HomeMy WebLinkAboutCRA-R-26-0009 Exhibit ACarlos I. Suarez
Executive Director
Omni
C R A
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO: Board Chair Damian Pardo DATE: February 12th, 2026
and Members of the CRA Board
FROM: Carlos I. Suarez SUBJECT: Professional Services Agreement —
Executive Director Achievement Consulting Group, Inc.
BACKGROUND:
The attached Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Omni Redevelopment District
Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") serves to approve the execution of a Professional
Services Agreement with Achievement Consulting Group, Inc. for the provision of financial,
accounting, budgetary, and development -related advisory services to the CRA. The Agreement
establishes a one (1) year term beginning on January 1, 2026, and ending on December 31,
2026, for an amount not to exceed $200,000.00.
Under the Agreement, Achievement Consulting Group, Inc. will support the CRA in reviewing and
analyzing development proposals, coordinating with taxing authorities on CRA-related financial
matters, assisting in strategies related to debt financing, and providing accounting and budget
services, including payroll processing, accounts payable, budget development, preparation of
financial statements, and liaison support during the CRA's external audit. In addition, the
Consultant will prepare any necessary reports and presentations required to advance the CRA's
goals and objectives.
This Resolution provides funding for these services.
JUSTIFICATION:
Section 163.356 (3)(c), Florida Statutes states that CRA may "employ... technical experts, and
such other agents and employees, permanent and temporary, as it requires, and determine their
qualifications, duties, and compensation".
The CRA requires specialized financial and development -related advisory services to support its
ongoing operations, fiscal responsibilities, and major redevelopment initiatives. Achievement
Consulting Group, Inc. possesses the experience, expertise, and familiarity with CRA functions
necessary to fulfill these needs effectively.
To waive competitive procurement requirements set forth in Sections 18-85 and 18-86 of the
City's Procurement Ordinance, shall be subject to the concurrence and ratification by an
affirmative fourth -fifths (4/5ths) vote of the Board of Commissioners of the CRA, for the execution
of a PSA with Achievement Consulting Group, Inc. for the provision of financial consulting services
as described therein.
FUNDING:
$200,000.00 allocated from OMNI Tax Increment Fund, entitled "Professional Services" Account
Code No.10040.920501.531000.0000.00000.