HomeMy WebLinkAbout25513AGREEMENT INFORMATION
AGREEMENT NUMBER
25513
NAME/TYPE OF AGREEMENT
SEOPW CRA & BREATH OF LIFE MINISTRY OF THE ARTS,
INC.
DESCRIPTION
GRANT AGREEMENT/YOUTH TRAINING PROGRAMS/FILE ID:
17153/CRA-R-25-0006
EFFECTIVE DATE
March 17, 2025
ATTESTED BY
TODD B. HANNON
ATTESTED DATE
3/14/2025
DATE RECEIVED FROM ISSUING
DEPT.
3/24/2025
NOTE
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GRANT AGREEMENT
This GRANT AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made as of this _l tiay of MoirOtt 2025
("Effective Date") by and between 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 ("SEOPW CRA"), and BREATH OF LIFE MINISTRY OF THE ARTS, INC.,
a Florida not -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 Florida Statutes, Section 163.340(9) of the Act, "community redevelopment
means projects 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, Section 2, Goal 4 of the Plan Lists "[c]reat[ing] ... life sustainable jobs to residents [with]in
the ... community" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 6 of the Plan, lists "improv[ing] the quality of life for residents" as a stated
redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 4 of the Plan promotes "a variety in employment opportunities" for
existing residents as a stated guided principle; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6 of the Plan promotes "address[ing], improv[ing] ... and expand[ing]
economic opportunities of present and future residents...," as a stated guided principle; and
WHEREAS, Grantee is a Florida not -for -profit corporation committed to providing youth programming
aimed at combatting issues that directly impact children, teenagers and various youth residents throughout the
redevelopment area, such as youth unemployment, juvenile delinquency, poverty, etc., and requests support in
administering initiatives to promote economic and social growth throughout the Redevelopment Area (the
"Program"); and
WHEREAS, Grantee requested a grant from the SEOPW CRA to carry out the Program; and
WHEREAS, on January 23, 2025, the SEOPW CRA Board of Commissioners (the "Board"), adopted
Resolution No. CRA-R-25-0006, attached hereto as Exhibit "A," authorizing a grant in an amount not to exceed
Eighty -Two Thousand One Hundred Fifty -Five Dollars and Zero Cents ($82,155.00), to underwrite costs associated
with the Program ("Purpose"); 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:
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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-25-0006, 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 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 "B." Grantee is aware that the SEOPW CRA is not obligated to expend
additional funds beyond the authorized amount.
4. TERM.
a. INITIAL TERM. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date written
above and shall terminate September 30, 2025, 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 three (3) 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 Eighty -Two Thousand One
Hundred Fifty -Five Dollars and Zero Cents ($82,155.00). In no event shall payments to Grantee under this
Agreement exceed Eighty -Two Thousand One Hundred Fifty -Five Dollars and Zero Cents ($82,155.00). 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 "B."
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 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 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 `B," 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
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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 "B," and the SEOPW CRA reserves the right to deny any and all
requests it deems to be outside of the approved Program Budget.
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 will be made to Grantee as a reimbursement for any Project -specific expenditure paid in cash or
via mobile payment application(s), including, but not limited to, Cash App, Zelle, PayPal, and 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 of requiring compliance with same. Without
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;
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; 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
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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 Project 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 authorized representative, shall certify that work reflected in said invoices has, in fact, been performed in
accordance with the approved Program Budget set forth in Exhibit "B."
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 "B." 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.
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
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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,
newspapers, periodicals, billboards, posters, email, direct mail, flyers, telephone, public events, and television,
radio, or internet 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 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,
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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 "B."
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
SEOPW CRA, 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 "C" 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 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.
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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").
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. CONTRACTUAL 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 in the 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.
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.
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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 both 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.
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
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With copies to: Vincent T. Brown, Esq., Staff Counsel
Email: VTbrownamiamigov.com
To Grantee:
Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts, Inc., a Florida not -for -profit corporation
c/o Gloria A. Cohen, President
3339 N.W. 48th Terrace
Miami, FL 33142
Email: sheliafp(&,,bellsouth.net
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. MISCELLANEOUS.
a. In the event of any litigation between the parties under this Agreement, 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.
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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:
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: (��`
Jabes D. McQueen
Clerk of the Board Executive Director
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
By.
Vincent T. Brown, Esq.
Staff Counsel
WITNESSES:
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Prt t: Carol let
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APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE
REQUIREMENTS:
By:
Ann -Marie Sharpe
Director of Risk Management
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BREATH OF LIFE MINISTRY OF
THE ARTS, INC., a Florida not -for -
profit corporation
By: Gloria A. Cohen
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:
Todd B.
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
James D. McQueen
Clerk of the Board Executive Director
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
Vincent T. Brown, Esq.
Staff Counsel
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BREATH OF LIFE MINISTRY OF
THE ARTS, INC., a Florida not -for -
profit corporation
By: Gloria A. Cohen
President
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EXHIBIT "A"
Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
Legislation
CRA Resolution: CRA-R-25-0006
File Number: 17153 Final Action Date:1/23/2025
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
("SEOPW CRA"), WITH ATTACHMENT(S), BY A FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS)
AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING, RATIFYING,
APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S
RECOMMENDATION AND FINDING, ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED
HEREIN AS EXHIBIT "A," THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND
PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS, PURSUANT
TO SECTION(S) 18-85 AND 18-86 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI,
FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("CITY CODE"), AS ADOPTED BY THE SEOPW CRA;
WAIVING SAID PROCEDURES FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDDING;
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 CORRESPONDING ACCOUNT NO. 10051.920101.883000.0000.00000 —
"OTHER GRANT AIDS / NON — TIF REVENUE FUND," IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED EIGHTY TWO THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED FIFTY FIVE DOLLARS
AND ZERO CENTS ($82,155.00) ("FUNDS") TO ASSIST THE ORGANIZATION,
BREATH OF LIFE MINISTRY OF THE ARTS, INC., A FLORIDA NOT -FOR -
PROFIT CORPORATION, SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT "B," ATTACHED AND
INCORPORATED HEREIN, IN PROVIDING YOUTH TRAINING PROGRAMS, AS
DESCRIBED IN THEIR PROPOSAL, AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT "C," WITHIN
THE REDEVELOPMENT AREA FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 ("PURPOSE");
FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY, 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 ("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 means
projects 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, Section 2, Goal 4 of the Plan lists the "creati[on] of jobs within the community..."
as a stated redevelopment goal; and
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EXHIBIT "A"
File ID: 17153 Enactment Number: CRA-R-25-0006
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 6 of the Plan lists "improving the quality of life for residents" as a
stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 4 of the Plan states that "there must be a variety in employment
opportunities" as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, the organization, Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit
Corporation, defined in Exhibit `B," attached and incorporated herein, provides youth programming,
which among other things include, health and wellness enrichment, financial literacy, work readiness and
job skills training to youth residents within the Redevelopment Area ("Purpose"); and
WHEREAS, the organization, defined in Exhibit `B," attached and incorporated herein, has
requested funds to assist in continuing to provide youth training programs, as described in their respective
proposal, as set forth in Exhibit "C," attached and incorporated herein; and
WHEREAS, the organization's mission continues to align with the Plan and further the Purpose
stated herein; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners, on July 27, 2023, adopted Resolution No. CRA-R-23-
0038, authorizing the Executive Director to disperse funds in Fiscal Year 2023-2024 for youth training
programs similar to what is facilitated by the organization, defined in Exhibit `B"; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to further authorize funding in an amount not to
exceed Eighty -Two Thousand One Hundred Fifty -Five Dollars And Zero Cents ($82,155.00) ("Funds")
to the organization, as set forth in Exhibit `B," 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; and
WHEREAS, based on the recommendation and findings of the Executive Director, attached and
incorporated herein as Exhibit "A," 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 Sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as
amended ("City Code"), as adopted by the SEOPW CRA, to allocate said Funds, subject to availability,
and to authorize the Executive Director to negotiate and execute any and all agreements necessary, all in
forms acceptable to Counsel, for said Purpose;
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. Pursuant to Sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the City Code, as adopted by the
SEOPW CRA, by a four -fifths (4/5th) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, the Executive
Director's recommendation and written findings, attached and incorporated herein as Exhibit "A," that
competitive negotiation methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA,
and waiving the requirements for said procedures are hereby ratified, approved, and confirmed.
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EXHIBIT "A"
File ID: 17153 Enactment Number: CRA-R-25-0006
Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized' to disperse the Funds, at his
discretion, subject to the availability of funding from the corresponding Account No.
10051.920101.883000.0000.00000 — "Other Grant Aids / Non-TIF Revenue Fund" to the organization, as
set forth in Exhibit "B," and further the Purpose stated herein.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized' to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary agreements, all in forms acceptable to 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 for public hearing, by filing a corrected copy of same with
the City of Miami City Clerk.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
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' The herein authorization is further subject to compliance with all legal requirements that may be imposed,
including but not limited to those prescribed by applicable State law, City Charter and City Code provisions, as
adopted by the SEOPW CRA.
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EXHIBIT "B"
Breath Of Life Ministry of the Arts, Inc.
3339 NW 48th Terrace
Miami, FL 33142
Gloria Cohen
Executive Director
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Shelia P. Cohen
Assistant Director
sheliafp@bellsouth.net
November 8, 2024
James McQueen
Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
819 NW 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33136
Dear Mr. McQueen,
The Breath Of Life Ministry of the Arts Youth Program seeks $82,155 in funding from the
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to empower youth
through the transformative power of the arts. This comprehensive program will provide
underserved youth in the community with access to professional academic education,
mentorship, leadership skills, performance opportunities, fostering their personal and
professional development while addressing community challenges such as economic disparities
and lack of creative outlets.
The requested funding will be allocated toward operational costs, instructor salaries, equipment,
program materials, and program marketing. Our vision aligns with the CRA's mission to
promote community redevelopment and economic empowerment by investing in our youth and
fostering cultural enrichment.
Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts Youth Program is dedicated to building character and moral
standards in our youth. We have been dedicated to the nurturing of our youth for over
twenty-five (25) years. The Program nurtures and guides the gifts and talents that are hidden
within each youth to enhance their full potential. We provide assistance with school projects for
all grade levels and tutoring in various subjects including math, science, writing, history, and
ACT/SAT prep for high school students.
Our Mission is to encourage, educate and empower inner city youth front ages four (4) through
eighteen (18) by fostering hope through the form of training, education, tutoring, field trips,
mentoring and the Arts in the form of dance, music, singing, and drama to help build their
self-esteem and expose them to new and greater opportunities.
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EXHIBIT "B"
Our Vision continues to be an integral and vital part of the community by delivering excellent
training services that builds hope to promote lifelong learning and success for our youth. Most
of our graduates have succeeded in life and have become productive leaders of our community
and abroad.
Youth will be recruited from the Overtown communities. The Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts
Youth Program will be offered at A.M. Cohen Temple located in Overtown.
Youth attending Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts Youth Program will be equipped with the
skills needed to navigate pursue and complete their education. Lessons will be taught and equip
them to select career paths which will provide them with long term sustainable success. This is
the quality we want to ensure that is modeled and instilled in each youth.
We are providing a safe haven for children three (2-3) days a week to assist parents that are not
able to afford childcare, having to leave children at home alone without supervision, and keeping
them safe off the streets, educating them to become productive citizens in their community.
The Breath Of Life Ministry of the Arts plays a critical role in fostering creativity, self-expression,
and cultural enrichment in the community. Our program is important and the deserve funding will
support:
1. Fostering Creativity and Innovation: The arts encourage youth to think creatively and
approach problems in new ways. By participating in music, visual arts, dance, theater, and
other forms of creative expression, individuals develop critical thinking and problem -
solving skills that are valuable in all areas of life.
2. Providing Positive Youth Engagement: Involvement in the arts gives youth a
constructive outlet for self-expression, reducing the risk of negative influences. Arts
programs can serve as safe havens, offering mentorship, structure, and support to guide
young people away from harmful paths and toward productive, life -arming pursuits.
3. Educational Enrichment: Studies show that youth (students) who participate in the arts
perform better academically, demonstrate higher rates of graduation, and show unproved
literacy and numeracy skills. Arts programs help students develop discipline, focus, and
perseverance —qualities that are valuable both in school and in life.
Investing in the Breath Of Life Ministry of the Arts Youth Program is an investment in the
community's cultural, social, and economic well-being. With the funding requested, it can continue
to enrich lives, inspire future generations, and bring people together through the universal language
of creativity.
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EXHIBIT "B"
History:
The Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts has a rich history spanning over 30 years, dedicated to
enriching lives through creative expression and cultural engagement. Since its inception, the
ministry has offered programs in visual arts, music, dance, theater, and more, impacting
generations of community members. Over the decades, it has grown into a cornerstone of the
community, known for its commitment to nurturing talent, fostering personal growth, and
promoting a deep appreciation for the arts.
The Youth program quickly gained a reputation for nurturing talent and instilling confidence,
discipline, and teamwork in our youth. Each year, the youth would have the chance to participate
in seasonal performances, which became beloved traditions in the community. The ministry also
partnered with local schools and organizations, broadening its reach and allowing even more youth
to take part in these enriching experiences.
The Ministry has not only preserved artistic traditions but also encouraged innovation, providing
a platform for emerging and established artists to share their talents. With consistent support, the
Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts can continue its legacy of transforming lives through the power
of the arts.
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EXHIBIT "B"
Success Story: Lundi Bush — A Young Leader in Media
Lundi Bush, a passionate junior in high school with a love for media, has transformed her
interests into impactful service by leading the media ministry at her church. From a young age,
Lundi displayed a keen interest in all things media -related, from videography and photography to
managing social media platforms. When an opportunity arose to join her church's media
ministry, she eagerly accepted the chance to apply her skills in a meaningful way.
Over time, Lundi's dedication, creativity, and growing technical expertise did not go unnoticed.
Her commitment to delivering high -quality content and her knack for visual storytelling led to
her new role as head of the media ministry. Now, she oversees a team, coordinating live -streams,
managing digital content, and ensuring smooth technical operations during church services and
events. Under her leadership, the ministry has seen a noticeable increase in engagement from
church members and the wider conununity.
Lundi's success highlights not only her talents but also the power of youth involvement in
meaningfirl roles. She continues to bring fresh ideas and innovation to the ministry, and her
journey serves as an inspiration to her peers and mentors alike.
Success Story: Jasmine Moore - Path to Business Success"
Jasmine Moore had always been drawn to the arts. She joined the Breath of Life Ministry of the
Arts youth program at a young age, captivated by how the performances connected her with
others and strengthened her faith. Over the years, Jasmine grew from a shy participant to a
confident leader, working behind the scenes in the ministry's productions and learning valuable
skills like teamwork, organization, and communication.
As Jasmine entered high school, she began to realize the power of combining her love for the arts
with a growing interest in. business. Inspired by the ministry's long-standing legacy and her own
ambition to make an impact, Jasmine decided that she wanted to pursue business studies in
college with the ultimate dream of supporting nonprofit arts programs for youth.
The Breath of Life Ministry provided her with a platform to practice her leadership skills, as she
learned about managing budgets, and assisting with coordinating special events. This experience
fueled her passion, and by graduation, she had gained the skills, confidence, and vision to make
her dream a reality.
Jasmine's journey from the Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts to a business degree is a
testament to how community support, mentorship, and a conunitment to purpose can help youth
achieve their dreams. Fier story is just beginning, but her foundation is strong —a blend of faith,
passion for the arts, and a solid business education.
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EXHIBIT "B"
Goals:
The Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts Youth Program is committed to nurturing young people's
growth while positively impacting the community. Its goals emphasize both personal sevelopment
and service, focusing on how youth can use their artistic talents and leadership skills to enrich
those around them.
Key goals include:
1. Artistic Skill -Building and Expression: Equip youth with skills in various art forms, such
as music, dance, drama, and visual arts, to allow them to express their passions, and values
in impactful ways that engage and inspire the community.
2. Leadership and Community Responsibility: Foster leadership qualities and community -
mindedness, empowering youth to take initiative in planning, organizing, and leading
community -based performances and events.
3. Community Engagement and Service: Encourage youth to use their artistic gifts to serve
and uplift the community through performances, workshops, and outreach events that
promote unity, healing, and social awareness,
4. Positive Peer Support and Mentorship: Build a supportive environment where youth can
mentor one another, creating bonds of friendship, trust, and accountability that extend
beyond the program to their everyday lives.
5. Pathways to Personal and Professional Growth: Help youth explore future careers or
educational paths in the arts, ministry, or community service, showing them how their
talents and passions can lead to meaningful, impactful careers.
By focusing on these goals, the Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts Youth Program empowers
young people to grow as individuals while actively contributing to the well-being and enrichment
of the community, fostering a generation of compassionate, skilled, and purpose -driven leaders.
Breath of Life Ministry of the Arts Youth Program is serving youth 2 days a week (Tuesday, and
Thursday), and 3 hours a day. The sessions are held during the school calendar year (08/15/2024
— 06/09/2025) and summer (06/19/2024-07/31/2025). The Youth Program would especially be
enhanced with the support of additional funding is needed to enhance the tutorial programs
(STEAM, Reading and Writing), Financial. Literacy Workshop, Entrepreneurship, and preparing
for Workforce Readiness. Youth will attend interactive workshops focused on topics that bring
life to the subjects covered.
Curriculum of weekly activities
Weekdays: Tuesday, and Thursday
Time: 6:00 p.m. — 8:30 p.m.
(Sumner) Weekdays: 8:30am — 2:30pm
Homework Assistance
Days per week: 2
Offered: 30 minutes
Youth receives a snack and prepare for homework assistances. Combining well -designed
homework assistance with other academic enrichment activities can provide a well-rounded
package of expanded learning opportunities that contribute to school success and positive youth
development. Homework assistance also eases the pressure off families. Youth are not the only
ones whose stress levels rise with homework. Many of our youth come from single family
backgrounds and from families where educational achievement may have been limited. We
provide each youth with quality homework assistance.
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EXHIBIT "B"
Group Literacy
Days per week: 2
Offered: 30 minutes
Youth receive group literacy programming that utilizes evidence -based programs and/or
strategies that promote and improve oral reading fluency in grades (K-3), reading comprehension
in later grades (4-5), and vocabulary -building across all levels. Group Literacy may be
integrated into various activities that incorporate active reading and comprehension strategies.
Physical Activity (Arts: dance, sing, drawing/painting, music)
Days per week: 2
Offered: 60 minutes
Youth receive structured physical fitness programming to keep children moving throughout the
entire activity, while performing fitness, fun, building friendship, bonding, and teamwork.
Program offers a variety of activities that encourage youth for all skill levels and abilities, and
that meet the youth's needs and interest.
Social -Emotional Learning (SEL)
Days per week: 1
Offered: 30 minutes
The program focuses on positive skill -building through challenging activities, leadership
development, and opportunities for youth to have hands-on practice applying skills to real -world
scenarios. Program ensure a nurturing, socially positive environment, and intentionally foster
this environment by coaching and mentoring our youth.
Job Readiness (High school youth)
Days per week: 1
Offered: 30 minutes
Career Professionals are invited to sessions to educate youth on the following topics:
• Resume writing
• Business etiquette (what to wear)
• Completing Application Process (CAP)
• Creating Your 60 Seconds Elevator Speech
• Career Day (shadow mentor for a day in the field youth are interested in)
• Selecting your career field
o Salary compensation to match your lifestyle
o Timeline reaching your career level, i.e. CEO, President, etc.
Financial Literacy
Days per week: 1
Offered: 30 minutes
Career Professionals are invited to sessions to educate youth on the following topics:
• Banking (interest rates)
• Investing (saving for the future)
• Budget (how to manage your finances)
o Basic Household expenses
o Auto/Insurance expenses
o Higher Education expenses
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EXHIBIT "B"
• Benefits
• Entrepreneurship
o Owning your own business
o Type of business '
Field Trips
Field trips increase engagement in the program and give participants the opportunity to
experience new educational, cultural, and environmental experience. The selected field trip sites
and experience are aligned to the curricula, activities, and may include museums, galleries,
businesses, parks, college campus visits, and theater.
Budget:
Position
Salary
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Program Director (After
School and Summer)
$13,000
Responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of
program development, from designing workshops
and performances to coordinating partnerships
with schools, local organizations, and community
leaders. Also responsible for fundraising
initiatives, securing grants, and managing
resources to support an expanding array of arts -
based programs such as music, drama, dance,
visual arts, and digital media.
Assistant Program Director
(After School and Summer)
$11,295
Responsibilities includes day to day operations,
supports community outreach efforts, helping to
promote the program and build relationships with
local schools and organizations. Works with the
Program Director on administrative tasks,
including tracking program attendance, assisting
with budgeting, and supporting grant applications
and reporting.
Facilitator Instructors (After
School)
$5,760
Art Instructors (2) teach dance, theater, music,
and arts.
Certified Teacher (Summer)
$5,250
Certified Teacher works during the summer.
Oversee the academic curriculum, plans and
coordinate the field trips.
Teachers (Summer)
$6,000
Teachers (3) scheduled for the summer sessions.
Lead Counselor (Summer)
$1,200
Responsible for creating and leading group
activities, foster team -building, and ensure that
each young person feels valued and motivated.
Counselors (Summer)
$1,000
Responsible for setting and working toward
personal and artistic goals, providing feedback
and support to enhance their confidence and
skills. Also facilitate group discussions, team -
building exercises, and creative projects,
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EXHIBIT "B"
Position
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Desoription::,_ i
fostering collaboration and mutual respect
among participants.
Facilitator Instructors
$2,520
Art Instructors (2) teach dance, theater, music,
and arts.
Transportation
$1,500
Transportation for Field Trips
Facility Rental and utility usage. The BOL of Life
Space and Utilities
$24,000
office and facility space for the year
Office Supplies
$500
Office supplies for the year
Program Supplies
$1,000
Materials for the program (workbooks, arts/craft,
game boards, equipment, etc.)
Background Screening
$130
Background screening for new staff
Field Trips
$9,000
Field trips (5) @ $95 average per youth (25-30)
Total $82,155
Conclusion
The funding to support Breath
Of Life Ministry of the Arts Youth Program is an investment in the
Overtown area as we continue to model a program that will not only benefit our youth but
positively impact the entire community.
We appreciate the opportunity to bring this important youth program to your attention. Should
you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (305) 310-8565.
Sincerely,
Gloria Cohen, President
Ladygeolien60gmail.com
(786) 344-8778
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• Shelia P. Cohen, Interim Executive Director
sheliafp@bellsouth.net
(305) 310-8565
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Youth Learning environment and nature
Youth learning a stem project
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Game world field trip
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Youth in Arts j girls learning drumtine
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Community support day of coo! I provided free ice cream
Youth in Arts (learning to play the keyboard
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STEM Project !Youth participating in a STEM project:
Helium Balloon effect
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Youth creating and designing a kite
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Copy of Youth program Field trips, Arts, Media, College Tour
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EXHIBIT "C"
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
The City of Miami
Building Department
444 SW 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33130-0000
Southeast Overtown Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency
819 NW 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33136-0000
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
III. Worker's Compensation
Limits of Liability
Statutory -State of Florida
Waiver of Subrogation
Employer's Liability
EXHIBIT "C"
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 Liability/Errors and Omissions Coverage
Combined Single Limit
Each Claim $1,000,000
General Aggregate Limit $1,000,000
Retro 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.
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