HomeMy WebLinkAbout24227AGREEMENT INFORMATION
AGREEMENT NUMBER
24227
NAME/TYPE OF AGREEMENT
SEOPW CRA & ENCOURAGING DREAMERS BREAKING
BARRIERS, LLC.
DESCRIPTION
GRANT AGREEMENT/UNDERWRITE COSTS ASSOCIATED
WITH THE ALL STAR DETAILING SERVICES TRAINING &
SECOND CHANCE PROGRAM/FILE ID: 12826/CRA-R-22-0046
EFFECTIVE DATE
September 29, 2022
ATTESTED BY
TODD B. HANNON
ATTESTED DATE
12/6/2022
DATE RECEIVED FROM ISSUING
DEPT.
1/11/2023
NOTE
GRANT AGREEMENT "
This GRANT AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made as of this n 94\ day of TV 1 r ! 6C%" 2022
("Effective Date") by and between SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK ST COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY of the City of Miami, a public agency and body corporate created pursuant to
Section 163.356, Florida Statutes ("CRA"), and ENCOURAGING DREAMERS BREAKING BARRIERS, LLC,
a Florida limited liability company ("Grantee").
RECITALS
A. WHEREAS, the 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 2009 Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Plan
(the "Plan"); and
B. WHEREAS, Section 2, Goals 4 and 6 on page 11 of the Plan lists the "creati[on of] jobs within
the community" and "improving the quality of life for residents" as stated redevelopment goals; and
C. WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6 on page 15 of the Plan lists the promotion of "local cultural
events, institutions, and businesses" as a stated redevelopment principle; and
D. WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6 on page 15 of the Plan provides that in order to "address and
improve the neighborhood economy and expand economic opportunities of present and future residents and
businesses[,] ... [it is necessary to] support and enhance existing businesses and ... attract new businesses that
provide needed services and economic opportunities ..."; and
E. WHEREAS, Grantee's All Star Detailing Services training and second -chance program (the
"Program") will provide on-the-job training and employment opportunities to residents in the Redevelopment Area
who are interested in entrepreneurship in the vehicle servicing and detailing industry. The Program will also provide
vehicle detailing services to the fleet of vehicles owned by the City of Miami (the "City"). Through its Program,
Grantee also intends to further develop its relationship with the City of Miami Police Department and assist in
bridging the gap and fostering a better relationship between the community and the police department; and
F. WHEREAS, Grantee anticipates gainfully employing between five and fifteen individuals from
the Redevelopment Area through the Program, in positions ranging from "vehicle tech specialists" to supervisory
level positions fostering the development of managerial skills and encouraging career advancement; and
G. WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners, by Resolution No. CRA-R-22-0046 attached hereto as
Exhibit "A," passed and adopted on October 27, 2022, authorized the issuance of a grant, in an amount not to
exceed Thirty -Six Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($36,000.00), to the Grantee for funding to underwrite costs
associated with the Program
H. 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 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 CRA hereby agrees to make available to Grantee grant funds to be used for the
purpose and disbursed in the manner hereinafter provided.
3. USE OF GRANT. The Grant shall be used to underwrite costs associated with the Program
incurred during the Term of this Agreement, in accordance with the Program's approved scope of work and budget,
("Scope of Work and Budget") as described in Exhibit "B", attached hereto and incorporated herein.
4. TERM. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date written above and shall
terminate upon the earlier of one (1) year after the Effective Date, or when the grant funds of Thirty -Six Thousand
Dollars and Zero Cents ($36,000.00), are expended, whichever occurs first. However, the following rights of the
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.
5. DISBURSEMENT OF GRANT.
a. GENERALLY. Subject to the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement, the CRA
shall make available to Grantee up to Thirty -Six Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($36,000.00). In no event shall
payments to Grantee under this Agreement exceed Thirty -Six Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($36,000.00),
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 the approved Scope of Work and Budget.
b. REQUESTS FOR DISBURSEMENT OF GRANT FUNDS. All requests for the
disbursement of grant funds by Grantee shall be submitted in writing to the 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 grant funds and/or expenditures incurred, and that the request is being made in
accordance with the Program's approved Scope of Work and 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 CRA in light of Grantee's inability to bind the CRA to any legal and/or monetary
obligation whatsoever. The CRA reserves the right to request additional supporting documentation for any
expenditures, and the CRA reserves the right to deny any and all requests it deems to be outside of the approved
Scope of Work and Budget. Grantee's failure to provide additional supporting documentation or explanation
regarding expenses incurred, when requested by the 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 CRA.
c. CASH TRANSACTIONS PROHIBITED. The parties agree that no payment will be made
to Grantee as a reimbursement for any Proj ect-specific expenditure paid in cash. Grantee acknowledges that a cash
transaction is insufficient per se to comply with record -keeping requirements under this Agreement.
d. NO ADVANCE PAYMENTS. The 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 Project.
6. COMPLIANCE WITH POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. Grantee understands that the use of
grant funds is subject to specific reporting, record keeping, administrative, and contracting guidelines and other
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requirements affecting the CRA's activities in issuing the grant. CRA agrees to provide notice of said guidelines
and other requirements to Grantee in advance of requiring compliance with same. Without limiting the generality
of the foregoing, Grantee represents and warrants that it will comply, and the grant funds 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 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 Project; 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 CRA's audit rights in Section 9(c) below, Grantee acknowledges and accepts the CRA's 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 CRA's 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 CRA reports relating to the use of grant funds as
requested by the CRA, from time to time and as detailed herein. Failure to provide said reports shall result in grant
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 CRA shall have the right to conduct audits of Grantee's records
pertaining to the grant funds and to visit the Program, in order to conduct its monitoring and evaluation activities.
Grantee agrees to cooperate with the 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 CRA of any inconsistent, incomplete, or inadequate
information shall be grounds for the immediate termination of this Agreement by the CRA.
9. UNUSED FUNDS. Upon the expiration of the term of this Agreement, Grantee shall transfer to
the CRA any unused grant funds on hand at the time of such expiration.
10. REPRESENTATIONS; WARRANTIES; CERTIFICATIONS. Grantee represents, warrants, and
certifies the following:
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a. INVOICES. Invoices for all expenditures paid for by Grantee shall be submitted to the
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 Scope of Work and Budget set forth in Exhibit `B".
b. EXPENDITURES. Funds disbursed under this Agreement shall be used solely for the
Project in accordance with the Scope of Work and Budget set forth in Exhibit `B". All expenditures of grant funds
will be made in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement.
c. SEPARATE ACCOUNTS. Grant funds shall not be co -mingled with any other funds, and
separate accounts and accounting records shall be maintained.
d. POLITICAL ACTIVITIES. No expenditure of grant funds shall be used for political
activities.
e. LIABILITY GENERALLY. Grantee shall be liable to the CRA for the amount of the
grant expended in a 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 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 fmancial 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 CRA shall not be liable to Grantee for amendment
or termination of this Agreement pursuant to this Section.
14. MARKETING.
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a. PUBLICATION. In the event Grantee wishes to engage in any marketing efforts, Grantee
shall, if approved by the CRA in accordance with Section 14(b) below, produce, publish, advertise, disclose, or
exhibit the CRA's name and/or logo, in acknowledgement of the CRA's 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 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 CRA's 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 CRA's name and logo, confers or may be
construed as conferring upon Grantee any right, title, or interest whatsoever in the CRA's 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 CRA that such failure has occurred, then Grantee shall be in default.
Upon the occurrence of such default hereunder the 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 CRA directly to Grantee and utilized by Grantee in violation of this Agreement shall be
immediately returned to the 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 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 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 CRA, Grantee may
only seek specific performance of this Agreement and any recovery shall be limited to the grant funding authorized
for the services provided herein. In no event shall the CRA be liable to Grantee for any additional compensation,
other than that provided herein.
18. INDEMNIFICATION OF THE CRA. Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend, protect, and hold
harmless the 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, 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 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 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 CRA; or (ii) the failures of Grantee to
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comply with any of the paragraphs provisions herein; or (iii) the failure of 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 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 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. The Indemnification shall
survive the cancellation or expiration of the Agreement.
19. INSURANCE. Grantee shall, at all times during the term hereof, maintain such insurance
coverage as provided in Exhibit "C", attached hereto and incorporated herein. All such insurance, including
renewals, shall be subject to the approval of the 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 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 CRA. Completed Certificates of
Insurance shall be filed with the CRA, to the extent practicable, prior to the performance of Services hereunder,
provided, however, that Grantee shall at any time upon request by CRA file duplicate copies of the policies of such
insurance with the CRA.
If, in the reasonable judgment of CRA, prevailing conditions warrant the provision by Grantee of additional
liability insurance coverage or coverage which is different in kind, 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 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, 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 Executive Director of the CRA and Grantee as
to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Executive Director of the CRA and Grantee 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 dispute shall be submitted to the CRA's Board of Commissioners for resolution within ninety
(90) days of the expiration of such thirty (30) day period or such longer period as may be agreed to by the parties
to this Agreement. The Board's decision shall be deemed final and binding on the parties.
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 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.
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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.
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 CRA, all documents developed by Grantee
shall be delivered to the CRA upon completion of this Agreement, and may be used by the 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 CRA to Grantee pursuant to this Agreement shall at
all times remain the property of the CRA, and shall not be used by Grantee for any other purpose whatsoever,
without the written consent of the CRA.
24. AWARD OF AGREEMENT. Grantee warrants that it has not employed or retained any person
employed by the 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 CRA any fee, commission percentage, brokerage fee, or gift of any kind contingent
upon or resulting from the award of the grant funds.
25. NON-DELEGABILITY. The obligations of Grantee under this Agreement shall not be delegated
or assigned to any other party without the CRA's prior written consent which may be withheld by the CRA, in its
sole discretion.
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26. CONSTRUCTION. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with Florida
law.
27. TERMINATION. The 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 CRA terminate this
Agreement, the CRA will be relieved of all obligations under this Agreement. In no way shall the CRA be subjected
to any liability or exposure for the termination of this Agreement under this Section.
28. 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 CRA: James McQueen, Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33136
Email: JMcQueen@miamigov.com
To Grantee:
With copies to: Vincent T. Brown, Esq., Staff Counsel
Email: Vtbrown@miamigov.com
Ijamyn Gray, Chief Executive Officer
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Bathers, LLC
3520 Douglas Road
Miami, FL 33133
Email: ijamyngray62@gmail.com
29. 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
CRA, and shall not attain any rights or benefits under the civil service or retirement/pension programs of the CRA,
or any rights generally afforded its employees; further, they shall not be deemed entitled to Florida Workers'
Compensation benefits as employees of the CRA.
30. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto, and
their respective heirs, executors, legal representatives, successors, and assigns.
31. MULTIPLE 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
32. 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.
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Agreement.
b. Time shall be of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.
c. All exhibits attached to this Agreement are incorporated in, and made a part of this
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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 CRA and Grantee have executed this Agreement.
ATTEST:
odd B. Ha
Title: Clerk of the Boar
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
By:
Name: Vincent T. Brown, Esq.
Title: Staff Counsel
WITNESSES:
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By:
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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: /U
Na e: ames McQueen
Titl . Executive Director
APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE
REQUI}j TENTS:
By: rarGomez (Nov 22, 2022 1G:56 EST)
Name: Ann -Marie Sharpe
Title: Director of Risk Management
ENCOURAGING DREAMERS BREAKING
BARRIERS, LLC a Florida limited liability company
("Grantee")
By: Ijamyn Gray, its Chief Executive Officer
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EXHIBIT "A"
CRA-R-22-0046
Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
Legislation
CRA Resolution: CRA-R-22-0046
File Number: 12826
Final Action Date:10/27/2022
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
("SEOPW CRA") AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF AN ADDITIONAL GRANT,
IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THIRTY-SIX THOUSAND DOLLARS
($36,000.00), TO ENCOURAGING DREAMERS BREAKING BARRIERS, LLC, TO
UNDERWRITE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ALL STAR DETAILING
SERVICES TRAINING AND SECOND CHANCE PROGRAM; FURTHER
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY FOR SAID PURPOSE; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, UPON
PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION,
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY FOR SAID PURPOSE AND PROVIDING FOR THE
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AN EFFECTIVE DATE; ALLOCATING FUNDS
FROM SEOPW, "OTHER GRANTS AND AIDS," ACCOUNT CODE NO.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
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 2009 Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"); and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goals 4 and 6 on page 11 of the Plan lists the "creation of jobs within the
community" and "improving the quality of life for residents" as stated redevelopment goals; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6 on page 15 of the Plan lists the promotion of "local cultural
events, institutions, and businesses" as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6 on page 15 of the Plan provides that in order to "address and
improve the neighborhood economy and expand economic opportunities of present and future
residents and businesses [,] ... [it is necessary to] support and enhance existing businesses
and ... attract new businesses that provide needed services and economic opportunities ... ";
and
WHEREAS, the All -Star Detailing Services training and second -chance program ("Program") by
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC ("EDBB") will provide on-the-job training, a
robust
curriculum, and employment opportunities to residents in the Redevelopment Area who are
interested in
entrepreneurship as it pertains to the vehicle servicing and detailing industry. Specifically, the
Program
will provide vehicle detailing services to the fleet of vehicles owned by the City of Miami.
Through its
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Program, EDBB also intends to further develop its relationship with the City of Miami Police
Department
and assist in bridging the gap and fostering a better relationship between the community and
the police
department; and
WHEREAS, the Program anticipates gainfully employing between five and fifteen individuals
from the Overtown community in positions ranging from "vehicle tech specialists" to supervisory
level positions fostering the development of managerial skills and encouraging career
advancement. Ultimately, EDBB will provide job training skills while creating job opportunities for
residents and those in need of a second chance to encourage dreams and break down societal
barriers; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to authorize an additional grant, in an amount
not to exceed thirty-six thousand dollars ($36,000.00) to EDBB to underwrite costs associated
with the Program; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that such a grant would further the SEOPW
CRA' s redevelopment goals and objectives;
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. The Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes the issuance of a grant in an amount
not to exceed thirty-six thousand dollars ($36,000.00), to EDBB to underwrite costs associated
with the Program.
Section 3. The Executive Director is authorized to execute all documents necessary for said
purpose.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized to disburse funds, at his discretion, on a
reimbursement basis or directly, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation
for the Program.
Section 5. Funds to be allocated from SEOPW Tax Increment Fund, entitled "Other Grants and
Aids," Account Code No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
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EXHIBIT "B"
Scope of Work and Budget
PROPOSED FUNDING REQUEST
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
Project Name
EDBB Al!stars Youth Escape Detailing Services
Prepared For
The City of Miami SEOPW CRA
Prepared By
Ijamyn Gray, CEO
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
1490 NW 3rd Avenue I Miami, FL 33136
Tel: 786.317.7729
ijamyngray62@gmail.com
Submitted on
September 21, 2022
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PO Box 11363, Miami FL 33101
Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragingdreamers@gmail.com
FACT SHEET
WHO WE ARE:
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC, was established in 2017, with just a
dream and a will. We are a for profit organization currently located at 1490 NW 3rd
Avenue, Suite 106, Miami, Florida 33136. This organization is founded on removing barriers
encountered among youth and young men ages 14-24 living in the City of Miami. Our mission is to
provide mentorship while uniting the diverse cultures in underprivileged communities by exposing
them to entrepreneurship opportunities while educating them in life skills training and promoting
successful ways for maturing from an adolescent to a young adult.
WHAT WE DO:
We offer participation in our paid on the job training followed by job opportunities as well
as entrepreneurial opportunities for residents between the ages of 16-24, living in
underprivileged communities within the City of Miami. Our most current on the job
paid training and job placement opportunities are offered through our All -Star Youth
Escape Carwash Detail Service, launched in August of 2021, amid the pandemic. Our carwash
initiative has been successful in improving the quality of life for our fifteen (15)
participants by assuring job placement after completion of their job training. Our
mobile carwash pop -ups have also allowed our participants to provide services at
many community events and businesses within the City of Miami.
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PO Box 11363, Miami FL33101
Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragingdreamers@gmail.com
PRIOR/CURRENT YEAR PROJECT DELIVERABLES:
Staying true to our mission, we partnered with and supported local businesses to provide the following
services and incentives to our participants:
SERVICES PROVIDED /
DELIVERABLES
PROVIDED BY
SUCCESS RATE
Talent Acquisitions
1. The hiring of 15-20 youth and young
adults within the City of Miami
2. The participation of 15 youth
volunteers during Spring and
Summer break Carwash Youth
Escape Program
Career Source South Florida
Referrals from Local Businesses
and Residents
Improved social skills, Increased self-
esteem and self-sufficiency and
promotes a sense of fulfillment
through community engagements
On the job car detailing training which
includes car tech videos
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking
Barriers, LLC
All employees are certified car
specialists within four weeks
Financial Literacy Classes / Trainings
Regions Bank and Encouraging
Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
90% of employees open new bank
accounts within four weeks
Mentorship and Life Skills Trainings
Daily Staff Meetings - Encouraging
Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
95% of attendance rate, 95%
employee uniformity and enhanced
customers service
Support of local businesses:
Supplies purchased for the business
1. Neighborhood Price Choice
Purchased meals for our participants:
2. 2 Guys
3. Chic-fil-A
4. Neighborhood Mc Donald's
EDBB, INC (non-profit organization)
and Encouraging Dreamers
Breaking Barriers, LLC
Improved social skills, Increased self -
esteem and self-sufficiency and
promotes a sense of fulfillment
through community engagements
Participation in the following community
events: Father and Son Football Tournament,
Thanksgiving Turkey Drive, Community Pop-
up Events, Valentine Grams Drive, Back to
School Drive, EDBB Annual Christmas
Wishlist Event
EDBB, INC (non-profit organization)
and Encouraging Dreamers
Breaking Barriers, LLC
Improved social skills, Increased self -
esteem and self-confidence and
promotes a sense of fulfillment
through community engagements
PO Box 11363, Miami FL 33101
Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragingdreamers@gmail.com
PRIOR YEAR PROJECT SUCCESS STORIES:
SUCCESS STORY NO. 1
Our first success story was finding my father Randy Hudnell. One day God asked me "how can I save the
world and forget about my own. With that though in mind I found my father who was homeless and on drugs
at the time. It was a challenge looking past him being an absent parent but with God's permission I was able
to forgive my father for his shortfall and offer him a life changing opportunity through employment with
Encouraging Dreamer's Breaking Barriers Allstars Detailing Service. Mr. Hudnell, now has a stable job as a
car tech specialist/record keeper, he has his own place and is no longer homeless. Our next mission is to
assist him with his dream of opening his own business of selling nutritious and delicious organic and natural
food and drinks. — Ijamyn Gray, CEO of Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
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SUCCESS STORY NO. 2
The second success story is helping groom and mentor Antiwone Johnson, who has been a part of
Encouraging Dreamer's Breaking Barriers Allstars Detailing Service from its start. His dream is to someday
own his own security company. As a result of shadowing the owner of EDBB, Antiwone has learned the tools
needed to operate and manage his own business. He is now the proud owner of A3 Security Services, LLC,
which is another service provided under the EDBB umbrella.
— Ijamyn Gray, CEO of Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
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SUCCESS STORY NO. 3
Our third success story was the hiring of a young man name Robert Whittle. He was featured on a
documentary — Behind the Bars in Miami, where he was in Bootcamp after serving 5'/2 years in prison. He
was released in June of 2021, and since his release from prison he has been employed by Encouraging
Dreamer's Breaking Barriers Allstars Detailing Service. As a result he now has a stable source of income,
has opened a bank account and has transformed his mind into being a model citizen and employee.
— ljamyn Gray, CEO of Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
SUCCESS STORY NO. 4
The fourth success story is the hiring of over 20 youth from different communities and creating a safe haven
through our carwash youth escape initiative. These youth are learning the true meaning of "One Brother
One Hood". Each day they realize that this carwash is a life changing opportunity where we wash away our
past while waxing and shining into a brighter future
— Ijamyn Gray, CEO of Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
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PO Box 11363, Miami FL 33101
Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragingdreamers@gmail.com
WHAT WE NEED:
We are pleased to submit this funding request to the City of Miami SEOPW CRA. support our continual
efforts. Our desire is to build a relationship with the SEOPW CRA and work in conjunction with the
city to achieve its redevelopment goals by supporting our local car washing project. This project will
enhance many City of Miami residents by providing jobs and a service within the local community,
while improving the quality of life and promoting entrepreneurship and technology innovations to its
participants. The total operating cost per year to fund this program is Three Hundred Thirty -Thousand
Dollars ($330,000.00). In order to keep this effort ongoing, we are seeking your monetary support in
the amount of Thirty -Six Thousand Dollars ($36,000.00), to be used to help fund our car
wash/mentorship initiative expenses. With your support we will be able to continue to reach and teach
the participates in our program.
Our goal is to give the youth of today an opportunity to learn all the tools needed in becoming a
successful business owner and a productive citizen. We realize not all youth are suited for college after
graduating from high school. However, all youth can become productive citizens' by earning and
learning. With your financial assistance this opportunity will continue to create jobs for our youth and
give them a sense of responsibility geared towards earning an honest living. We promote self-worth
and reduce the chances of our participants from engaging in unproductive activities. I truly believe
initiatives such as this is a necessity throughout our unprivileged neighborhoods/communities which
ultimately empower our youth to become self-sufficient productive citizens. The requested funds will
be allocated as follows:
Item Description
No.
Unit Price
Line Total
1
TRAINEES/ CONTRACT MANAGER
$ 24,000.00
2
WRAPPING OF VANS
$ 12,000.00
3
ADMINSTRATIVE / AUDIT SERVICES
$
4
Infrastructure Request — EDBB is requesting the continued use of
the property located at 1490 NW 3`d Avenue for its services and
mentorship program
J
Total Budget
S 36,000.00
PO Box 11363, Miami FL 33101
Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragingdreamers@gmail.com
WHY WE NEED IT:
We have seen the effects of our program and community engagements and the outcome has been
phenomenal thus far. I am a testimony of how programs such as this made a difference in my childhood.
With youth violence on the rise our organization is committed to providing job opportunities,
mentorship and other trainings, which teach life skills that focus on how to work through the many
barriers that may prevent our participants from succeeding.
CONCLUSION:
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC takes pride in caring for our employees, our customers,
our shareholders and our environment. We hire dedicated employees who have similar values. We are
a customer -first establishment, and we provide all of our employees the opportunity to build everlasting
careers. EDBB All Star Youth Escape Detailing Services has created a working environment in the
City of Miami where employees can perform their best and strive to achieve his or her personal goals.
Because of our detailed training and safety program, we encourage our employees to dream big despite
the barriers we face.
We are confident that we can meet the challenges ahead and stand ready to partner with you in
delivering an effective, employee invested, and customer first solution.
Thank you for your consideration,
Mr. Ijamyn Gray, Founder
Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC
(EDBB All Star Youth Escape Carwash Detailing Services)
PO Box 11363, Miami FL 33101
Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragingdreamers@gmail.com
MONTH
PROJECT TIMELINE
January
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners, and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Father and Son Football Tournament"
February
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "EDBB Spreading Love on Valentine's Day"
March
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Spring Break Youth Escape"
April
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Easter Egg Give Away Car Wash Drive"
May
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• EDBB Annual Team Building Event — "Car Wash Expo"
June
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Summer Break Youth Escape"
July
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Summer Break Youth Escape continued"
August
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Back to School Youth Car wash Drive"
PO Box 11363, Miami FL 33101
Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragingdreamers@gmail.com
September
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Teacher Planning Day Youth Car Wash"
October
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Trick or Treat Youth Car Wash Candy Drive"
November
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "Turkey Give -Away Youth Car Wash Drive"
December
2022
• Meeting with team daily
• Meet with CRA Project Manager weekly
• Detail cleaning of vehicles (residents, local business owners and employees)
• Complete Bi-weekly Professionalism and Skills Trainings
• Engage in Community Event — "EDBB Christmas Wishlist Toy Drive"
TRAININGS
All employees will attend trainings on the proper techniques to detail all vehicles and safety precautions before
any work is performed on the vehicles. Professionalism and Skills Trainings are conducted monthly and
mandatory for all employees.
TITLE
NEW HIRE ORIENTATION
ADMINISTERED BY
EDBB INC
CAR WASH DETAILING TRAINING / SERIES
101-105
Ammo Training Academy
PROFESSIONALISM IN THE WORK -PLACE
EDBB INC / Bogie Knowledge House (BKH)
FINANCIAL LITERACY
REGIONS BANK & TRANSITION INC
DRESS CODE
EDBB INC / Bogie Knowledge House (BKH)
GOOD DECISION MAKING
EDBB INC / Bogie Knowledge House (BKH)
CUSTOMER SERVICE
EDBB INC / Bogie Knowledge House (BKH)
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
EDBB INC / Bogie Knowledge House (BKH)
RESPECT IN THE WORKPLACE
EDBB INC / Bogie Knowledge House (BKH)
SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE
EDBB INC / Bogie Knowledge House (BKH)
TIME MANAGEMENT
EDBB INC / Bogie Knowledge House (BKH)
MONEY MANAGEMENT
EDBB INC / Bogie Knowledge House (BKH)
PO Box 11363, Miami FL 33101
Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragingdreamersPgmail.com
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Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragingdreamers@gmail.com
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Office (786) 317-7729
Email: encouragingdreamers@gmail.com
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Office (786) 317-7729
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EXHIBIT "C"
Insurance Requirements
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS - ENCOURAGING DREAMERS BREAKING
BARRIERS, LLC
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 and SEOPWCRA listed as additional insured
Contingent & Contractual Liability
Premises and Operations Liability
Primary Insurance Clause Endorsement
II. Business Automobile Liability (if applicable)
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 and SEOPWCRA listed as an additional insured
III. Worker's Compensation
Limits of Liability
Statutory -State of Florida
Waiver of Subrogation
Employer's Liability
A. Limits of Liability
$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
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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.