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Home My WebLink AboutCRA-R-26-0008 Backup - Chapman Partnership Proposallit Omni 1111V2g C R A CHAPMAN partnership - EMPOWERING THE HOMELESS To: Mr. Carlos I. Suarez, Executive Director Omni CRA 1401 N. Miami Ave, 2nd Floor, Miami FI 33136 From: Alexander Paz Vice President, Education and Workforce Development Chapman Partnership / CP Works LLC 1550 North Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33136 NORKS Enclosure: Proposal for Transitional Employment Partnership with the MiamiOmni CRA 1 las Omni 41111P C R A CHAPMAN partnership - EMPOWERING THE HOMELESS CIWORKS 1. Executive Summary The Omni Community Redevelopment Agency (Omni CRA) continues to elevate the safety, cleanliness, and vitality of Downtown Miami. Their commitment to enhancing public spaces contributes directly to the district's economic competitiveness and community pride. Chapman Partnership, Miami -Dade County's leading homeless services organization, proposes a strategic partnership to expand workforce capacity for the Omni CRA while creating sustainable employment pathways for individuals transitioning out of homelessness. Through its social enterprise, CP Works LLC, Chapman Partnership will recruit, train, supervise, and employ transitional workers who will provide high -quality services aligned with the Omni CRA's Enhancement Team needs. This proposal builds on an existing, successful model. Chapman Partnership clients currently serve on Omni Work Crews, and several have achieved promotions into long-term roles within DDA operational teams. This partnership formalizes, expands, and strengthens a workforce pipeline that is already delivering strong performance and measurable impact. Under this proposal, Chapman Partnership will employ all workers, pay wages at the rate set by the Omni CRA, provide all required liability insurance, and deliver wraparound case management and employment and education support. Chapman Partnership will charge a 20 percent administrative fee to oversee and manage the program. 2. Program Overview 2.1 Purpose To provide the Omni CRA with a high -performing workforce composed of individuals who are rebuilding their lives, while giving those individuals stable income, skill -building opportunities, and pathways toward long-term employment and housing. 2.2 Rationale • Chapman clients have demonstrated strong performance, retention, and advancement within existing Omni and DDA-aligned work crews. • The model integrates employment with case management and education support, ensuring workers receive stabilization services that improve long-term success. • The Omni CRA benefits from a dependable, well -trained workforce that enhances district cleanliness and public space management. 3. Scope of Work CP Works transitional employees will work within the geographic boundaries of the Omni CRA. Tasks will include: • Litter, debris, and trash clean-up 2 las Omni C R A CHAPMAN partnership - EMPOWERING THE HOMELESS CIWORKS • Graffiti removal • Landscape installation and maintenance • Sidewalk pressure washing and scrubbing • Trash receptacle maintenance • Street planter installation and maintenance • General paint maintenance including traffic enclosures, poles, and streetlights • Maintenance and attendant services for designated public restrooms • Additional public -space duties as reasonably requested by DDA personnel Daily supervision will be provided by CP Works personnel, while all employment, HR, payroll, insurance, and administrative oversight will be handled by Chapman Partnership. The Omni CRA retains the right to request removal or reassignment of any employee deemed unfit or unable to meet performance expectations. Chapman Partnership will provide an annual list of observed holidays during which transitional employees will not be required to work unless otherwise agreed upon. 4. Fee Structure 4.1 Wage Rate Chapman Partnership will pay transitional workers the hourly wage established by the Omni CRA for Enhancement Team personnel. Rate adjustments made by the Omni CRA will be reflected in employee wages. 4.2 Administrative Fee Chapman Partnership will invoice the Omni CRA for the total wage cost plus a 20 percent administrative fee. Supplies and tools will be invoiced separately. This administrative fee supports: • Recruiting and hiring • Payroll processing and timekeeping • Human resources management • Staff scheduling and documentation • Training and onboarding • Workers' Compensation insurance • Liability insurance 3 las Omni CRA CHAPMAN partnership - EMPOWERING THE HOMELESS CIWORKS • Performance tracking and reporting • Program oversight and coordination • Case management services, including housing planning and benefits access • Employment and education support, including career coaching, training enrollment, and advancement planning This comprehensive structure ensures that each worker receives ongoing support both on the job and beyond the workplace. 4.3 Contract Value The total value of the contract will depend on the number of employees requested and the weekly hours established in collaboration with the Omni CRA. Chapman Partnership can prepare detailed budget models for Omni -only, or combined staffing plans. 5. CP Works Recognition: 2025 Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce NOVO Award In 2025, CP Works received the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce NOVO Award for Innovative Excellence. This distinction recognizes programs demonstrating exceptional creativity, measurable impact, and meaningful contributions to community progress. CP Works was recognized for: • Integrating employment, education, and case management into a comprehensive workforce development framework • Creating dignified public -space employment opportunities that support neighborhood revitalization and civic pride • Demonstrating strong performance in job retention, wage growth, and permanent housing transitions • Developing a scalable model aligned with municipal and nonprofit partners, including the DDA and Omni CRA This award affirms CP Works as an innovative, credible, and effective workforce partner. 6. Chapman Partnership Workforce Education and Training Program (WE&TP) CP Works operates within Chapman Partnership's Workforce Education and Training Program (WE&TP), an initiative dedicated to equipping unemployed or underemployed individuals experiencing homelessness with the skills needed to access middle -skill jobs and sustainable careers. WE&TP provides a comprehensive workforce development structure that strengthens the talent pipeline available to the Miami DDA and Omni CRA. 6.1 Program Structure 4 as Omni C R A CHAPMAN partnership - EMPOWERING THE HOMELESS CIWORKS WE&TP includes: • Foundational education and digital literacy • Workforce readiness and soft skills development • Industry -recognized certifications • Skills training aligned with local labor market priorities • Integrated case management • Career advancement and long-term employment planning 6.2 Key Partnerships Strengthening the Program To maximize opportunities for clients, Chapman Partnership has established major collaborations with: Miami Dade College A three-year Educational Partnership Agreement providing new pathways for higher education, readiness workshops, early college credit, guest lectures, virtual tours, bridge programs, and dedicated transition liaisons. Miami -Dade County Public Schools (Postsecondary Career & Technical Education) A signed agreement offering access to 25 career clusters, including: • Low literacy and English acquisition support • Paid workplace experience through CareerSource South Florida • Short-term CTE programs • Registered apprenticeships • Articulation agreements that support progression to associate degrees and beyond CareerSource South Florida CareerSource staff are housed at both Chapman Partnership centers, offering resume development, job application assistance, direct job placement, and access to a broad employer network. Registered Apprenticeship Programs Chapman launched registered apprenticeships in sectors such as Medical Assisting and Pharmacy Technology, providing paid, hands-on technical training. Chapman Partnership is actively strengthening workforce training partnerships with the DDA to align long-term training pathways with district workforce needs. 5 Omni 111P C R A 7. Data Collection and Accountability CHAPMAN partnership - EMPOWERING THE HOMELESS CIWORKS Chapman Partnership monitors client progress through the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), maintaining a 99 percent accuracy rate and an A grade on all HUD Universal Data Elements. Key indicators tracked include: • Length of stay in shelter • Income at program exit • Transition rates into permanent housing • Recidivism rates • Employment placement, retention, and wage progression Workforce program targets include: • 600 job placements annually • At least 40 enrollments and 30 completions in certification programs • Average wages of 16 dollars per hour or higher • Recidivism under 15 percent Customized reports can be provided to the Omni CRA, including hours worked, retention rates, cohort progress, and employment outcomes. 8. Success in the Omni CRA and DDA Chapman Partnership clients currently comprise the Omni Work Crews, providing services aligned with cleaning, maintenance, and public space stewardship. Through this work: • Clients have demonstrated strong performance and reliability • Several have been promoted or hired into ongoing DDA roles • Participants have transitioned into permanent housing with stable income • The program has generated positive public perception and operational efficiency This proposal expands a model that has already proven effective. 9. Implementation Timeline Chapman Partnership and CP Works LLC will implement the program in alignment with the Omni CRA's preferred timeline. CP Works is fully prepared to assume operations as soon as the Omni CRA is ready to proceed. 6 las Omni 41111P C R A CHAPMAN partnership - EMPOWERING THE HOMELESS eWVORKS Because CP Works is already operating a comparable program at The Underline urban park, the team can leverage existing supervisory structures, training systems, and staffing resources to quickly take on the Omni CRA's scope of work. This operational readiness enables CP Works to scale efficiently and initiate service delivery with minimal startup time. 10. Conclusion Chapman Partnership and CP Works LLC are prepared to provide the Omni CRA with a trained, reliable workforce that enhances the cleanliness and appearance of Downtown Miami while transforming the lives of participants transitioning out of homelessness. This partnership strengthens public spaces, promotes economic mobility, and builds on a proven model already delivering results within the Omni CRA and DDA. We welcome the opportunity to discuss this proposal and refine it further in collaboration with Omni CRA leadership. 7