HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEOPW CRA 2026-04-09 Agenda PacketCity of Miami
819 NW 2nd Ave
3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33136
www.seopwcra.com
Meeting Agenda
Thursday, April 09, 2026
10:00 AM
City Hall
3500 Pan American Drive
Miami, FL 33133
SEOPW Community Redevelopment Agency
Christine King, Chair, District Five
Damian Pardo, Vice Chair, District Two
Miguel Gabela, Board Member, District One
Rolando Escalona, Board Member, District Three
Ralph "Rafael" Rosado, Board Member, District Four
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SEOPW CRA OFFICE ADDRESS:
819 NW 2ND AVENUE, 3RD FLOOR
MIAMI, FL 33136
Phone: (305) 679-6800
www.seopwcra.com
Southeast Overtown/Park West CRA Meeting Agenda
April 9, 2026
MINUTES APPROVAL
1. Thursday, January 22, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
CRA RESOLUTION
1. CRA RESOLUTION
18946 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY ("SEOPW CRA"), RATIFYING AND RETROACTIVELY
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO ACCEPT DONATIONS IN
THE AMOUNT OF SIXTY-ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS
($61,000.00) ("FUNDS") FOR THE 16TH ANNUAL HISTORIC OVERTOWN
HOLIDAY TOY GIVEAWAY HELD ON DECEMBER 19, 2025 ("PURPOSE");
PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
File # 18946 - Backup
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2. CRA RESOLUTION
19140 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, AND WAIVING SAID
PROCEDURES, AWARDING A GRANT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
SIX HUNDRED TWENTY-SEVEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED FIFTY
DOLLARS AND EIGHTY-FIVE CENTS ($627,550.85) ("FUNDS"), TO
NATIONAL CHURCH OF GOD, INC., A FLORIDA NOT -FOR -PROFIT
CORPORATION ("GRANTEE"), TO UNDERWRITE COSTS FOR URGENT
REPAIR AND REHABILITATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH 40-YEAR
RECERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, AT 1817 NORTHWEST 2ND COURT,
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136 ("PURPOSE"); AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE 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. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000
"OTHER GRANTS AND AIDS"; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO COUNSEL, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, A RESTRICTIVE COVENANT TO BE RECORDED IN
THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR SAID
PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
File # 19140 - Exhibit A
File # 19140 - Backup
File # 19140 - Notice To The Public
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3. CRA RESOLUTION
19141 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, AND WAIVING SAID
PROCEDURES, AWARDING A GRANT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
THREE HUNDRED TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS
($310,000.00) ("FUNDS"), TO SMOOTHIE GIRLS 4 FL, LLC, A FLORIDA
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ("GRANTEE"), WITH A PRINCIPAL
ADDRESS AT 249 NORTHWEST 6TH STREET, SUITE 110C, MIAMI,
FLORIDA 33136 ("PROPERTY"), TO UNDERWRITE COSTS ASSOCIATED
WITH THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION BUILD -OUT OF THE "TROPICAL
SMOOTHIE CAFE" AT 249 NORTHWEST 6TH STREET, SUITE 102, MIAMI,
FLORIDA 33136 ("PURPOSE"); AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE 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. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000
"OTHER GRANTS AND AIDS"; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO COUNSEL, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, A RESTRICTIVE COVENANT TO BE RECORDED IN
THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR SAID
PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
File # 19141 - Exhibit A
File # 19141 - Backup
File # 19141 - Notice To The Public
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4. CRA RESOLUTION
19142 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, AND WAIVING SAID
PROCEDURES, AWARDING A GRANT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
NINE HUNDRED SEVENTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO
CENTS ($975,000.00) ("FUNDS"), TO ST. JOHN INSTITUTIONAL
MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, INC., A FLORIDA NOT -FOR -PROFIT
CORPORATION ("GRANTEE"), TO UNDERWRITE COSTS FOR URGENT
REPAIR AND REHABILITATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH 40-YEAR
RECERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, AT 1328 NORTHWEST 3RD
AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136 ("PURPOSE"); AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE 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. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000
"OTHER GRANTS AND AIDS"; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO COUNSEL, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, A RESTRICTIVE COVENANT TO BE RECORDED IN
THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR SAID
PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
File # 19142 - Backup
File # 19142 - Exhibit A
File # 19142 - Notice To The Public
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5. CRA RESOLUTION
19143 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, AND WAIVING SAID
PROCEDURES, AWARDING A GRANT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
THREE MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO
CENTS ($3,500,000.00) ("FUNDS"), TO SIXTH STREET MIAMI PARTNERS
LLC, A FOREIGN LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY AUTHORIZED TO
CONDUCT BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA ("GRANTEE"), WITH A
PRINCIPAL ADDRESS AT 2200 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, MIAMI, FLORIDA
33137, TO UNDERWRITE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE
CONSTRUCTION BUILD -OUT AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE "FREEDOM
CENTER" AT GALE MIAMI HOTEL (FOLIO NO: 01-0105-090-2160),
GENERALLY LOCATED AT 159 NORTHEAST 6TH STREET, MIAMI,
FLORIDA 33132 ("PROPERTY") ("PURPOSE"); AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE 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. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000
"OTHER GRANTS AND AIDS"; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO COUNSEL, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, A RESTRICTIVE COVENANT TO BE RECORDED IN
THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR SAID
PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
File # 19143 - Exhibit A
File # 19143 - Backup
File # 19143 - Notice To The Public
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6. CRA RESOLUTION
19144 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY ("SEOPW CRA"), WITH ATTACHMENT(S), RETROACTIVELY
APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE SEOPW CRA FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
AND AUDIT REPORT ("2025 AUDIT"), ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED
HEREIN AS EXHIBITS "A-B," RESPECTIVELY, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2024 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
("FY 2024-2025"); PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS
AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
File # 19144 Exhibit A
File # 19144 Exhibit B
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 9, 2026
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King Date: April 1, 2026
and Members of the CRA
Board File: 18946
From: James McQueen
Executive Director
Subject: Retroactive Approval to Accept
Donations — 2025 Holiday Toy
Giveaway
Enclosures: File # 18946 - Backup
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA"), ratifying and retroactively authorizing the
Executive Director to accept donations in the amount of Sixty -One Thousand Dollars and Zero
Cents ($61,000.00) ("Funds") for the 16`h Annual Historic Overtown Holiday Toy Giveaway held on
December 19, 2025 ("Purpose").
It is recommended that the Board of the SEOPW CRA approve and adopt the attached Resolution for the
Purpose stated herein.
The SEOPW CRA oversees and facilitates an annual Holiday Toy Giveaway in Historic Overtown, which
engages with residents and various community partners, attracting visitors, and ultimately opportunities,
to the Redevelopment Area. For Fiscal Year 2025-2026, various community partners donated a total
amount of Sixty -One Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($61,000.00), which was used to purchase
services and toys that were subsequently provided to children in the Overtown community as a part of the
holiday events.
This year's Historic Overtown Toy Giveaway was "lit" with brights lights and artificial snow that fell
from the sky. Further, visitors were welcomed with food and beverages as they participated in a number
of activities at vendor booths that were featured.
JUSTIFICATION:
Pursuant to Section 163.340(9), Florida Statutes (the "Act") community redevelopment means
"undertakings, activities, or projects of a ... community redevelopment agency in a community
redevelopment area for the elimination and prevention of the development or spread of slums and
blight...."
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Section 2, Principle 6, of the Plan, provides for the promotion of "local cultural events, institutions, and
businesses" as a stated redevelopment principle.
Lastly, Section 2, Principle 14, of the Plan, lists restoration of "a sense of community and unification of
the area culturally" as a stated redevelopment principle.
DONATIONS:
$61,000.00 will be placed in Account Code No. 10051.920101.469000.0000.00000 — SEOPW NonTIF
Misc-Other Revenues.
FACT SHEET:
Number of participants: 350
Funding request: N/A
Age range of participants: 2 - 12
Scope of work or services (Summary): The 16t' Annual Historic Overtown Holiday Toy Giveaway
provides residents of Overtown an opportunity to enjoy the holiday spirit, express community pride,
and receive toys for the holiday season.
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AGENDA ITEM
FINANCIAL INFORMATION FORM
SEOPW CRA
CRA Board Meeting Date: April 9, 2026
CRA Section:
Brief description of CRA Agenda Item:
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("SEOPW
CRA"), RATIFYING AND RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TO ACCEPT DONATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF SIXTY-ONE THOUSAND
DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS ($61,000.00) ("FUNDS") FOR THE 16TH ANNUAL
HISTORIC OVERTOWN HOLIDAY TOY GIVEAWAY HELD ON DECEMBER 19, 2025
("PURPOSE"); PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Project Number
YES, there
Account Code:
(if applicable):
are sufficient funds in Line Item:
10051.920101.883000.0000.00000 Amount: $1 0 3 , 41 8.91
NO (Complete the following source of funds information):
Amount budgeted in the line item: $
Balance in the line item: $
Amount needed in the line item: $
Sufficient funds will be transferred from the following line items:
ACTION
ACCOUNT NUMBER
TOTAL
Project No./Index/Minot Object
From
$
To
$
From
$
To
$
Comments: A total of $103,418.91 were disbursed for the 2025's Christmas Tree
Lighting Event derived from the Non TIF Revenue Fund. Nevertheless, said total of
expenditures were netted out by $61,000.00 collected through donations.
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Approved by:
Approval:
Executive Director 2/19/2026
Miguel A Valcntirr, Finance Officer 2/19/2026
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Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
File Type: CRA Resolution
Enactment Number:
File Number: 18946 Final Action Date:
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("SEOPW
CRA"), RATIFYING AND RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TO ACCEPT DONATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF SIXTY-ONE THOUSAND
DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS ($61,000.00) ("FUNDS") FOR THE 16TH ANNUAL
HISTORIC OVERTOWN HOLIDAY TOY GIVEAWAY HELD ON DECEMBER 19, 2025
("PURPOSE"); PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its Redevelopment
Area in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Plan ("Plan"); and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6, of the Plan, provides for the promotion of "local cultural
events, institutions, and businesses," as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 14, of the Plan, lists restoration of "a sense of community and
unification of the area culturally," as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, the SEOPW CRA oversees and facilitates an annual Overtown Tree Lighting
Ceremony event ("Ceremony") and Holiday Toy Giveaway event ("Toy Giveaway"), which engages
residents and attracts visitors to the Redevelopment Area; and
WHEREAS, the SEOPW CRA allocated a total amount of Sixty -One Thousand Dollars and Zero
Cents ($61,000.00) in donations ("Donations") from various community partners ("Donees") in support
of the oversight and facilitation of the Toy Giveaway, held on December 19, 2025, respectively, which
were used to pay for services, equipment, as well as toys that were then distributed to children within the
Redevelopment Area; and
WHEREAS, the Executive Director now seeks retroactive approval for accepting the Donations
for the Toy Giveaway held on December 19, 2025 ("Purpose"); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that authorizing this Resolution 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:
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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 retroactively approves the acceptance of the
Donations, which were placed into the SEOPW CRA "Other Current Charges and Obligations," Account
Code No. 10051.920101.469000.0000.00000 — SEOPW NonTIF Misc-Other Revenues, for the Purpose
stated herein.
Section 3. The Executive Director is authorized to execute any and all action necessary to
effectuate the acceptance of said Donations from the Donees, including any and all amendments thereto,
all in forms acceptable to Counsel.
Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
ounsel 2/19/2026
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Holiday Budget 2025
Christmas Decor
$ 61,064.54
Food & Beverage
$ 11,572.22
Marketing (Photo, Video, Flyers)
$ 6,099.00
Equipment ( Barricades)
$ 1,080.00
Toys
$ 10,455.82
Program (DJ, Santa, Characters)
$ 12,509.25
Permits
$ 638.08
Donations
$ (61,000.00)
TOTAL:
$ 42,418.91
Attachment: File # 18946 - Backup (18946 : Retroactive Approval to Accept Donations — 2025 Holiday Toy
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 9, 2026
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King
and Members of the CRA
Board
From: James McQueen
Executive Director
Date: April 2, 2026
File: 19140
Subject: 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church
of God, Inc.
Enclosures: File # 19140 - Exhibit A
File # 19140 - Backup
File # 19140 - Notice To
The Public
BACKGROUND:
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, and waiving said procedures, awarding a grant, in an amount not to exceed Six Hundred Twenty -
Seven Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars and Eighty -Five Cents ($627,550.85) ("Funds"), to National
Church of God, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit Corporation ("Grantee"), to underwrite costs for urgent
repair and rehabilitation, in accordance with 40-year recertification requirements, at 1817 Northwest 2"d
Court, Miami, Florida 33136 ("Purpose").
It is recommended that the Board of the SEOPW CRA approve and adopt the attached Resolution,
authorizing the allocation of the Funds to the Grantee for the Purpose stated herein.
JUSTIFICATION:
Pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA") 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").
Section 163.340(9), Florida Statutes (the "Act"), community redevelopment means "undertakings,
activities, or projects of a ... community redevelopment agency in a community redevelopment area for
the elimination and prevention of the development or spread of slums and blight...."
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Section 2, Goal 1, of the Plan, lists the "preserv[ation of] historic buildings and community heritage," as a
stated redevelopment goal.
Lastly, Section 2, Principle 8, of the Plan, provides that "[o]lder buildings that embody the area's cultural
past must be restored," as a stated redevelopment principle.
FUNDING:
$627,550.85 allocated from SEOPW "Other Grants and Aids" Account No.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Entity name: National Church of God, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit Corporation
Address: 1817 Northwest 2"d Court, Miami, Florida 33136
Scope of work or services (Summary): To support urgent repairs and rehabilitation costs for the
National Church of God, a house of worship.
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AGENDA ITEM
FINANCIAL INFORMATION FORM
SEOPW CRA
CRA Board Meeting Date: April 9, 2026
CRA Section:
Brief description of CRA Agenda Item:
AWARDING A GRANT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED ($627,550.85), TO
NATIONAL CHURCH OF GOD, INC., A FLORIDA NOT -FOR -PROFIT CORPORATION
("GRANTEE"), TO UNDERWRITE COSTS FOR URGENT REPAIR AND
REHABILITATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH 40-YEAR RECERTIFICATION
REQUIREMENTS, AT 1817 NORTHWEST 2ND COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA
Project Number
YES, there
Account Code:
(if applicable):
are sufficient funds in Line Item:
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 Amount: $ 6 2 7, 5 5 0.8 5
NO (Complete the following source of funds information):
Amount budgeted in the line item: $
Balance in the line item: $
Amount needed in the line item: $
Sufficient funds will be transferred from the following line items:
ACTION
ACCOUNT NUMBER
TOTAL
Project No./Index/Minot Object
From
$
To
$
From
$
To
$
Comments:
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Approved by:
Approval:
Executive Director 4/2/2026
Miguel A Valcntirr, Finance Officer 4/2/2026
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Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
File Type: CRA Resolution
Enactment Number:
File Number: 19140 Final Action Date:
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, AND WAIVING SAID PROCEDURES, AWARDING A GRANT, IN
AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED SIX HUNDRED TWENTY-SEVEN THOUSAND FIVE
HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS AND EIGHTY-FIVE CENTS ($627,550.85) ("FUNDS"),
TO NATIONAL CHURCH OF GOD, INC., A FLORIDA NOT -FOR -PROFIT
CORPORATION ("GRANTEE"), TO UNDERWRITE COSTS FOR URGENT REPAIR
AND REHABILITATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH 40-YEAR RECERTIFICATION
REQUIREMENTS, AT 1817 NORTHWEST 2ND COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136
("PURPOSE"); AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE 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. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 "OTHER
GRANTS AND AIDS"; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO
NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, ALL IN
FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO COUNSEL, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, A
RESTRICTIVE COVENANT TO BE RECORDED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR SAID PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its Redevelopment
Area in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Plan ("Plan"); and
WHEREAS, 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
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WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 1, of the Plan, lists the "preserv[ation] of historic buildings and
community heritage," as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 8, of the Plan, provides that "[o]lder buildings that embody the
area's cultural past should be restored," as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, National Church of God, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit Corporation ("Grantee"),
owns National Church of God, a house of worship, located at 1817 Northwest 2"d Court, Miami, Florida
33136 (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Property was built over 100 years ago and is in need of repairs and
improvements to satisfy the 40-year recertification; and
WHEREAS, Grantee is requesting financial assistance, in an amount not to exceed Six Hundred
Twenty -Seven Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars and Eighty -Five Cents ($627,550.85), to underwrite
costs associated with urgent repairs and improvements needed at the Property, which includes 40-year
recertification, structural repairs and interior renovation, energy and hurricane mitigation, mechanical,
electrical and plumbing improvements, exterior stucco repairs and painting, church facade renovation and
improvement, mold and termite treatment, parking lot repairs and sitework, as well as soft costs
("Purpose"); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to award grant funds, in an amount not to
exceed Six Hundred Twenty -Seven Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars and Eighty -Five Cents
($627,550.85) ("Funds"), for the Purpose stated herein; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that adopting this Resolution would further the
redevelopment goals and objectives of the SEOPW CRA; 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 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, 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, with Grantee for said Purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are
adopted by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. Pursuant to Section(s) 18-85 and 18-86 of the City Code, as adopted by the
SEOPW CRA, by a four -fifths (4/5t11) 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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Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized' to disburse the Funds, at his
discretion, on a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory
documentation from Other Grants and Aids - Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000, subject to
funding availability, for the Purpose stated herein.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized' to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary documents, 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:
ounsel 4/2/2026
' 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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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 9, 2026
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4/5ths RECOMMENDATION INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King and Date: April 9, 2026 File:
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Subject: Recommendations and findings to waive
competitive sealed bidding and negotiation
methods, pursuant to Sec. 18-85 and 18-86, for
National Church of God, Inc.
From: James D. McQueen Enclosures: Exhibit "A"
Executive Director
BACKGROUND:
The Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
("SEOPW CRA") is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its
Redevelopment Area in accordance with the 2018 Updated SEOPW CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan").
National Church of God, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit Corporation ("Grantee"), has submitted a request for
financial assistance for immediate repairs and improvements of the National Church of God, a house of worship,
located at 1817 Northwest 2nd Court, Miami, Florida 33136 (the "Property"). The SEOPW CRA desires to provide
funding, in an amount not to exceed Six Hundred Twenty -Seven Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars and Eighty -
Five Cents ($627,550.85) ("Funds").
The National Church of God, built over 100 years ago, is in urgent need of repairs to address 40-year recertification
requirements and improvements, which includes structural repairs and interior renovation, energy and hurricane
mitigation, mechanical, electrical and plumbing improvements, exterior stucco repairs and painting, and other church
facade renovations, as well as soft costs, in order to maintain its functional presence in the Overtown community and
for its congregation. With the help of the SEOPW CRA, the Grantee's revitalizations efforts will help strengthen its
role in the community for 100 more years.
It is recommended that the SEOPW CRA Board authorize the issuance of the Funds to Grantee for the Purpose stated
herein. The Executive Director has reviewed and vetted the request, in accordance with the objectives of the Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
In light of the above -stated, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods
as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended,
specifically Section(s) 18-85 and 18-86, and the affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding the same
to the SEOPW CRA Board by a four -fifths vote is respectfully requested.
APPROVED
James D. McQueen,
Executive Director
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Attachment: File # 19140 - Exhibit A (19140 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church of God, Inc.)
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National Church of God, Inc.
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977 NW 17th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
ncoginc@aol.com
Bishop Nathaniel Hickmon \\���� Bishop Gregory Washington
General Overseer Assistant General Overseer
Bishop Franklin Ramsey
General Secretary iTreasurer
The Story of the National Church of God Miami
With a rich history spanning over 100 years, the National Church of God Miami (NCOG), located at 1821 NW
2nd Court in Overtown, Miami, Florida 33136, is more than just a place of worship; it is a pillar of hope, healing,
and community transformation in the heart of Overtown. Founded by a group of visionary individuals, the church
began as a mission as the Church of God, in 1903 to bring the message of hope and salvation to those in need. In
1967 under the leadership of Bishop George (Shirley) Wallace, the Church of God transitioned to the National
Church of God Miami. Throughout the years, the following pastors and first ladies were Bishop Leonard
(Merlene) Josey, Elder Vernal Juanita) Weech, Elder Curtis (Almeta) Kelly, Bishop Rupert (Ethel A,) Ramsey,
Bishop Ralph Johnson, Elder Craven (Betty) Ferguson, Sr., Elder Herman (Vivian) Henderson, Sr., Bishop Wi11io
(Ernestine) Coleman, Jr., Bishop Lawrence (Regina) Smith, and Bishop David Glass.
Today, that mission continues with strength, purpose, and compassion, with two churches coexisting with one
another in the same building. Currently under the faithful leadership of Elder Gould, who has been a dedicated
member for nine years and has served as Pastor for the last six, the church remains committed to spiritual growth
and community impact. Also, Lawrence Brown, the Pastor of God's Grace Church of Worship, has been pastorinl
for nearly three years. Pastor Brown became a part of the Clergy Ministry at St. John Institutional Missionary
Baptist Church under the teachings of the late and former Pastor Henry Nevins and Rev. Franklin Clark of Mt
Olivette Missionary Baptist Church. Focus on Street Ministries.
As a 501(c)(3) organization, NCOG touches the lives of over 150 families each month, driven by a model of
community partnership. Their service areas are broad yet focused, including efforts in food sovereignty, health
and wellness, social service support, and housing stability. These initiatives are more than charitable; they are
life -changing for the individuals and families served. Ministries within the church thrive, offering a spiritual
home for all ages and stages of life. The Children's Ministry, Women's Ministry, and Men's Ministries provide
age -appropriate teachings and fellowship. Marriage and Family Counseling offers guidance, healing, and strength
to couples and families facing life's challenges. NCOG also remains active in addressing the immediate needs of
the Overtown community through youth summer camps, regular community feeding programs, and donations to
the homeless. The church partners with shelters such as Lotus House and Miami Rescue Mission, creating a
powerful network of support for Miami's most vulnerable residents. As you know, Overtown is one of the most
poverty-stricken areas in Miami, so there's a lot of work to be done in the Overtown area, and the church is one o
the focal places of the community that helps and teaches people how to start living a more productive life.
The National Church of God Miami is proof that faith in action changes lives. With a legacy built on love,
service, and resilience, this century -old church continues to be a light in Overtown, guiding hearts, supporting
families, and building a stronger, more compassionate community for generations to come.
THE NEED
After years of service, our church is in dire need of repairs; we need your help. See below the scope of work that
we need funding support for:
Attachment: File # 19140 - Backup (19140 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church of God, Inc.)
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Structural Repairs & Interior Renovation
Structural repair to concrete cracks, spall & exposed rebar at columns & beams
Remove all mold infested drywall in the bathroom and other locations
Supply and install new mold resistance drywall, and duroc appropriately.
Prepare and install new drywall, tape, compound, and finish to match.
Mold treatment/abatement & building termite tenting
Prepare, prime and paint one (1) coat primer and two (2) coats Sherwin Williams (Low VOC) paint
Energy & Hurricane Mitigation
Replace all Exterior doors with Hurricane impact doors
Replace all Exterior windows with Hurricane impact windows
Replace all ceiling fans & Iightings to energy efficient
Waterproofing & Weatherization
Re -roofing existing with tapered insulation Flat roofing system
Remove and replace damaged roof sheathings
Interior insulation (Church auditorium)
Caulk and seal all doors and window openings
Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Improvements
Maintenance repair to all HVAC units including flushing and gas exchange
Upgrade one (1) 150 Amps electrical panel to NEC code
Repair and upgrade all outlets and CGFI sockets
Replace outdated fixtures with energy -efficient, warm LED lighting
Upgrade all bathroom plumbing fittings & fixtures
A&E Designs, Permits fees, & Insurances
Attachment: File # 19140 - Backup (19140 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church of God, Inc.)
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BOFAM CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC
General Contractors, Estimators & Roofing Contractors
CGC 062660 & CCC 1329221
(Certified DBE, CSBE, SECTION 3)
TEL: (754) 245-0102
FAX: (305) 675-9269
AUSTIN@BOFAMINC.COM
Date: February 151, 2026
Proposal: # B25-021
To: Hurlette Brown
National Church of God, Inc
Coordinator,
1817 NW 2"d Court
Miami, FL 33136
Tel: 305-496-2236
Email: Brownie33162ayahoo.com
Attention: Mrs. Brown,
We appreciate the opportunity to submit a proposal on your firm's project.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (754) 245 — 0102.
Respectfully, Austin Akinrin
1600 N.W 3RD AVENUE,
BLDG. D4
MIAMI, FL 33136
Project: National Church of God, Inc— Renovation Repairs & 40 Years Recertification
Location: 1817 NW 2"d Court, Miami, FL 33136
Scope of Work:
RENOVATION: Furnish all materials, labor, services, supervision, equipment, and tools required for renovation and repairs
to include but not limited to Permits, demolition, structural repairs, interior renovations, new impact doors & windows,
Glass/glazing, Electrical upgrades, Plumbing, AC repairs, new roofing, painting & baseboard, and finishes (ceiling, wall &
floors), Existing bathroom upgrades, to meet Florida building codes and regulations. (See budget summary).
Base Price
National Church of God, Inc. 40-Yr. Recertification & Repairs $582,550.85
A&E Designs, Permits fees & Insurances. $ 45,000.00
Total Proposal Amount $627,550.85
Special Notes: This is a preliminary proposal pending final plan reviews and approvals by all government agencies having
jurisdiction. All changes required by the building agencies having jurisdiction shall be the owner's responsibilities.
Payment Schedule: TBD
This proposal may be withdrawn and/or revised in (Fifteen) 15 days. If not accepted the undersigned owner accepts the above
job at the price quoted and agrees to pay for said work as it progresses or as per the agreed payment schedule specified
herein. In the event of legal dispute, if any sums due are collected by suit or demand of an attorney or collection agency then
the defaulting party shall pay all costs, including reasonable attorney's fees.
Sincerely,
Austin Akinrin,
President.
ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL: The above prices, specifications and conditions are satisfactory and accepted. You are
authorized to do the work as Specified and payments will be made as described above.
Date of Acceptance; / 2026 Signature:
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Attachment: File # 19140 - Backup (19140 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church of God, Inc.)
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BUDGET SUMMARY
Structural Repairs & Interior Renovation $132,725.00
40-Years structural and electrical recertification
Demolish interior storage wall obscuring main entrance door
Structural repair to concrete cracks, spall & exposed rebar at columns & beams
Remove all mold infested drywall in the bathroom and other locations
Supply and install new mold resistance drywall, and duroc appropriately.
Prepare and install new drywall, tape, compound, and finish to match.
Prepare, prime and paint one (1) coat primer and two (2) coats Sherwin Williams (Low VOC) paint
Energy & Hurricane Mitigation
Replace all Exterior doors with Hurricane impact doors
Open existing blocked up window openings
Replace all Exterior windows with Hurricane impact windows
Replace all ceiling fans & Iightings to energy efficient
Waterproofing & Weatherization
Re -roofing existing with tapered insulation Flat roofing system
Remove and replace damaged roof sheathings
Interior insulation (Church auditorium)
Caulk and seal all doors and window openings
Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Improvements
Maintenance repair to all HVAC units including flushing and gas exchange
Upgrade one (1) 150 Amps electrical panel to NEC code
Repair and upgrade all outlets and CGFI sockets
Replace outdated fixtures with energy -efficient, warm LED lighting
Upgrade all bathroom plumbing fittings & fixtures
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$93,600.50
$75,528.50
$62,350.00
Attachment: File # 19140 - Backup (19140 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church of God, Inc.)
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Exterior Stucco Repairs & Painting $70,650.75
Set up scaffolds to repair exterior wall cracks to receive stucco
Prepare and apply first scratch coat of stucco on repaired wall (Entire Church Building)
Apply 5/8" min. thick two coats Portland cement plaster
Prepare, prime and paint one (1) coat primer and two (2) coats Sherwin Williams (Low VOC) paint
Church Facade Renovation & Improvement
Prepare architectural & structural plans for new front entry design
Demolish existing cracked and spalled entry tower and extra steps
Construct new front entry facade per construction plans
ADA Accessibility Upgrades
Install or improve ramps, handrails, and automatic door openers.
Mold & Termite Treatment
Mold and termite were determined to be present in some locations.
Recommend mold and termite survey on the property.
Mold treatment and abatement
Termite treatment and tenting
Parking Lot Repairs and Sitework
Repair to existing fence and gates
Prepare parking areas for new drainage and asphalt overlay
New asphalt striping and install wheel stop per plans
Additional lighting to illuminate parking lot per 40-Yrs recertification
$64,700.50
$35,420.00
$47,575.60
SUBTOTAL
A&E Designs, Permits fees, & Insurances
GRANT TOTAL
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$582,550.85
$ 45,000.00
$627,550.85
Attachment: File # 19140 - Backup (19140 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church of God, Inc.)
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2/18/26, 9:46 AM Detail by Entity Name
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Detail by Entity Name
Florida Not For Profit Corporation
NATIONAL CHURCH OF GOD, INC.
Filing Information
Document Number 715246
FEI/EIN Number 59-2201186
Date Filed 09/13/1968
State FL
Status ACTIVE
Last Event AMENDMENT
Event Date Filed 04/14/2003
Event Effective Date NONE
Principal Address
977 NW 17TH AVE
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33311
Changed: 02/06/1997
Mailing Address
PO BOX 14244
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33302
Changed: 02/06/1997
Registered Agent Name & Address
Road To Success Services, LLC
2630 W BROWARD BLVD
SUITE 203-235
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
Name Changed: 04/23/2015
Address Changed: 05/01/2021
Officer/Director Detail
Name & Address
Title Director
Attachment: File # 19140 - Backup (19140 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church of God, Inc.)
https://search.sunbiz.org/Inquiry/CorporationSearch/SearchResultDetail?inquirytype=EntityName&directionType=Initial&searchNameOrc
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WILLIAMS, OTIS
318 SW 6TH AVE
DELRAY BEACH, FL 33444
Title President
HICKMON, NATHANIEL
4107 COONTIE CT
LANTANA, FL 33462
Title Director
MCKENZIE, LIPTON
3820 NW 5th Ct
Lauderhill, FL 33311
Title VP
Washington, Gregory
5514 Oakfield Street
Orlando, FL 32808
Title Treasurer
Ramsey, Franklin
627 NW 5th Street
Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Title Director
Cartwright, Vincent E
3390 NW 7th Ct
Lauderhill, FL 33311
Title Executive Secretary
Jackson -Rhodes, Cassandra F
651 SW 30th Ter
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Title Asst. Treasurer
WELLS, DALE
5251 NE 9TH AVE
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33064
Annual Reports
Report Year Filed Date
2023 05/02/2023
2024 04/03/2024
2025 04/30/2025
Detail by Entity Name
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Attachment: File # 19140 - Backup (19140 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church of God, Inc.)
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SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PLEASE ALL TAKE NOTICE, the Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast
Overtown / Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA") will hold a
Public Hearing meeting on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., or anytime thereafter,
in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive,
Miami, Florida 33133.
The Board will consider the allocation of funding to National Church of God, Inc., a
Florida Not -For -Profit Corporation ("Grantee"), to underwrite costs for 40-year
recertification repairs and rehabilitation of the National Church of God Miami, a house
of worship, located at 1817 N.W. 2nd Court, Miami, Florida 33136.
In accordance with the SEOPW CRA 2018 Redevelopment Plan Update ("Plan") and
Section 163, Florida Statutes, the Board will consider awarding a grant to Grantee in
an amount not to exceed Six Hundred Twenty -Seven Thousand Five Hundred Fifty
Dollars and Eighty -Five Cents ($627,550.85).
All comments and questions with respect to the meeting and public participation should
be addressed to James D. McQueen, Executive Director, or Vincent T. Brown, Esq.,
Staff Counsel/Deputy Director, at 819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami, Florida 33136
or (305) 679-6800.
This action is being considered pursuant to Section(s) 18-85 and 18-86 of the Code of
the City of Miami, Florida as amended ("City Code"). The recommendation and findings
to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed resolution and will be
available as with the scheduled SEOPW CRA Board meeting or anytime thereafter in
the City Commission chambers.
The Board requests all interested parties be present or represented at the meeting, and
may be heard with respect to any proposition before the Board in which it may take
action. Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to
any matter considered at this meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record
of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and evidence upon which any appeal
may be based (F.S. 286.0105).
Pursuant to CRA-R-24-0071, whenever a scheduled SEOPW CRA meeting is
cancelled or is not held due to a lack of a quorum or other emergency, a special SEOPW
CRA meeting will be automatically scheduled for the Tuesday immediately following the
cancelled meeting. In the event of one of the aforementioned circumstances, the special
meeting would be held on April 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., or anytime thereafter, in the
City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive,
Attachment: File # 19140 - Notice To The Public (19140 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church of God, Inc.)
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Miami, Florida 33133. All of the scheduled agenda items from that cancelled meeting
shall automatically be scheduled as an agenda item at the special SEOPW CRA
meeting. The Clerk of the Board shall notify the public of the special meeting that is to
take place by placing a notice of the special SEOPW CRA meeting at the entrance of
City Hall, placing a notice on the SEOPW CRA's website, and, if feasible, placing an ad
in a newspaper of general circulation before the special meeting on the immediately
following Tuesday. There shall be no additional notice by publication required for any
such scheduled agenda item that is moved to the special SEOPW CRA meeting.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special
accommodations to participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City
Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than two (2) business days prior to the
proceeding. TTY users may call 711 (Florida Relay Service), not later than two (2)
business days prior to the proceeding.
Ad No. 43919
James D. McQueen, Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
Attachment: File # 19140 - Notice To The Public (19140 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to National Church of God, Inc.)
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 9, 2026
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King
and Members of the CRA
Board
From: James McQueen
Executive Director
Date: April 2, 2026
File: 19141
Subject: 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls
4 FL, LLC.
Enclosures: File # 19141 - Exhibit A
File # 19141 - Backup
File # 19141 - Notice To
The Public
BACKGROUND:
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, and waiving said procedures, awarding a grant, in an amount not to exceed Three Hundred Ten
Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($310,000.00) ("Funds"), to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC, a Florida
Limited Liability Company ("Grantee"), with a principal address at 249 Northwest 6th Street, Suite 110C,
Miami, Florida 33136 ("Property"), to underwrite costs associated with the design and construction build -
out of the "Tropical Smoothie Cafe" at 249 Northwest 61h Street, Suite 102, Miami, Florida 33136
("Purpose").
Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC, is a multi -brand, multi -unit franchise operator led by Dannie and Genese
Augustin, who both bring over sixteen (16) years of franchise management experience. The brand
currently owns and operates three (3) successful "Tropical Smoothie Cafe" locations across South
Florida, each developed with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and community engagement.
Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC, has maintained steady growth in a competitive market by offering nutritious,
made -to -order menu items that appeal to residents, students, and working professionals.
It is recommended that the Board of the SEOPW CRA approve and adopt the attached Resolution,
authorizing the allocation of the Funds to the Grantee for the Purpose stated herein.
JUSTIFICATION:
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Pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA") 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").
Section 163.340(9), Florida Statutes (the "Act"), community redevelopment means "undertakings,
activities, or projects of a ... community redevelopment agency in a community redevelopment area for
the elimination and prevention of the development or spread of slums and blight...."
Section 2, Goal 4, of the Plan, lists the "creat[ion of] jobs within the community," as a stated
redevelopment goal.
Section 2, Goal 6, of the Plan, focuses on "improv[ing] the quality of life for residents," as a stated
redevelopment goal.
Lastly, Section 2, Principle 6, of the Plan, discusses "address[ing] and improv[ing] the neighborhood
economy and expand[ing] the economic opportunities of present and future residents," as a stated
redevelopment principle.
FUNDING:
$310,000.00 allocated from SEOPW "Other Grants and Aids" Account No.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Entity name: Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company
Address: 249 N.W. 6`'' Street, Suite 102, Miami, FL 33136
Funding request: $310,000.00
Scope of work or services (Summary): To support the development of a restaurant build -out designed to
appeal to local residents, downtown professionals, students, and health -conscious individuals seeking
nutritious, affordable meal options in a fast -casual dining environment.
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AGENDA ITEM
FINANCIAL INFORMATION FORM
SEOPW CRA
CRA Board Meeting Date: April 9, 2026
CRA Section:
Brief description of CRA Agenda Item:
AWARDING A GRANT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THREE HUNDRED TEN
THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS ($310,000.00) ("FUNDS"), TO SMOOTHIE
GIRLS 4 FL, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ("GRANTEE"), WITH A
PRINCIPAL ADDRESS AT 249 NORTHWEST 6TH STREET, SUITE 110C, MIAMI,
FLORIDA 33136 ("PROPERTY"), TO UNDERWRITE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH
THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION BUILD -OUT OF THE "TROPICAL SMOOTHIE
CAFE" AT 249 NORTHWEST 6TH STREET, SUITE 102, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136
Project Number
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Approved by:
Approval:
Executive Director 4/2/2026
Miguel A Valcntirr, Finance Officer 4/2/2026
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Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
File Type: CRA Resolution
Enactment Number:
File Number: 19141 Final Action Date:
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, AND WAIVING SAID PROCEDURES, AWARDING A GRANT, IN
AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THREE HUNDRED TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS AND
ZERO CENTS ($310,000.00) ("FUNDS"), TO SMOOTHIE GIRLS 4 FL, LLC, A
FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ("GRANTEE"), WITH A PRINCIPAL
ADDRESS AT 249 NORTHWEST 6TH STREET, SUITE 110C, MIAMI, FLORIDA
33136 ("PROPERTY"), TO UNDERWRITE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE DESIGN
AND CONSTRUCTION BUILD -OUT OF THE "TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE" AT 249
NORTHWEST 6TH STREET, SUITE 102, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136 ("PURPOSE");
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE 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. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 "OTHER GRANTS AND AIDS";
FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND
EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, ALL IN FORMS
ACCEPTABLE TO COUNSEL, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, A RESTRICTIVE
COVENANT TO BE RECORDED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE
COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR SAID PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its Redevelopment
Area in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Plan ("Plan"); and
WHEREAS, 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
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WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 4, of the Plan, lists the "creat[ion of] jobs within the community," as
a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 6, of the Plan, focuses on "improv[ing] the quality of life for
residents," as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6, of the Plan, discusses "address[ing] and improv[ing] the
neighborhood economy and expand[ing] the economic opportunities of present and future residents," as a
stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company ("Grantee"), has
secured a prime commercial leased property located at 249 Northwest 6`" Street, Suite 102, Miami, FL
33136 ("Property"), where it has plans to undergo the design and construction build -out phase of the
"Tropical Smoothie Cafe"; and
WHEREAS, Grantee is requesting financial assistance, in an amount not to exceed Three
Hundred Ten Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($310,000.00), to support the build -out phase
("Purpose"); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to award grant funds, in an amount not to
exceed Three Hundred Ten Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($310,000.00) ("Funds"), to the Grantee for
said Purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that adopting this Resolution would further the
redevelopment goals and objectives of the SEOPW CRA; 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 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, 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, with Grantee for said Purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are
adopted by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. Pursuant to Section(s) 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.
Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized' to disburse the Funds, at his
discretion, on a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory
' 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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documentation from Other Grants and Aids - Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000, subject to
funding availability, for the Purpose stated herein.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized' to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary documents, 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:
e B Counsel 4/2/2026
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 9, 2026
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4/5ths RECOMMENDATION INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King and Date: April 9, 2026 File:
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Subject: Recommendations and findings to waive
competitive sealed bidding and negotiation
methods, pursuant to Sec. 18-85 and 18-86, for
Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.
From: James D. McQueen Enclosures: Exhibit "A"
Executive Director
BACKGROUND:
The Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
("SEOPW CRA") is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its
Redevelopment Area in accordance with the 2018 Updated SEOPW CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan").
Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company ("Grantee"), is a multi -brand, multi -unit franchise
operator led by Dannie and Genese Augustin, who brings over sixteen (16) years of franchise management experience.
Grantee currently owns and operates three successful "Tropical Smoothie Cafe" locations across South Florida, each
developed with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and community engagement. Grantee has maintained steady
growth in a competitive market by offering nutritious, made -to -order menu items that appeal to residents, students,
and working professionals.
Grantee has now secured its fourth location at 249 Northwest 6th Street, Suite 102, Miami, Florida 33136 ("Property"),
expanding its presence into the Overtown community. This strategic location aims to offer economic advantages for
the venture, including proximity to major institutions, vibrant cultural demographics, and a bursting urban
environment, further supporting continued clientele growth.
In furtherance of its efforts, Grantee has submitted a request to the SEOPW CRA for financial assistance, in an amount
not to exceed Three Hundred Ten Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($310,000.00) ("Funds") for build -out costs. It is
recommended that the SEOPW CRA Board authorize the issuance of the Funds to Grantee for the Purpose stated
herein. The Executive Director has reviewed and vetted the request, in accordance with the objectives of the Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
In light of the above -stated, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods
as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended,
specifically Section(s) 18-85 and 18-86, and the affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding the same
to the SEOPW CRA Board by a four -fifths vote is respectfully requested.
APPROVED
James D. McQueen,
Executive Director
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January 20, 2026
Overtown Community Redevelopment Agency
Miami, Florida
RE: Grant Funding Request — Tropical Smoothie Cafe — Overtown
Dear Members of the Overtown CRA Review Committee,
Smoothie Girls 4 FL respectfully submits this request for $310,000 in grant funding to support
the development of Tropical Smoothie Cafe — Overtown, located at 249 NW 6th Street, Suite
102, Miami, FL 33136.
Smoothie Girls 4 FL is a multi -brand, multi -unit franchise ownership group led by Dannie and
Genese Augustin, with a combined 16 years of franchise ownership and operational experience.
The proposed Overtown cafe will be the company's fourth Tropical Smoothie Cafe and second in
Miami -Dade County, representing a continued commitment to investing in local communities.
The project will involve the complete interior build -out of a vanilla shell space, including kitchen
installation, customer seating, ADA-compliant upgrades, life safety systems, and exterior
signage. Construction is expected to begin in March 2026, with a projected opening in June
2026.
This project aligns with the Overtown CRA's goals of economic revitalization and job creation.
Upon opening, the cafe will create one full-time management position and approximately ten
part-time jobs, with an emphasis on hiring local residents. The cafe will also expand access to
healthy, affordable food options for Overtown residents, employees, and visitors.
Grant funds in the amount of $310,000 will be used toward eligible build -out and equipment
costs. Smoothie Girls 4 FL is further investing in the project through business loan financing to
support inventory, smallwares, working capital, insurance, and operating systems.
Thank you for your time and consideration. We respectfully request your favorable review of this
application and welcome the opportunity to provide any additional information.
Sincerely,
Dannie Augustin
Managing Member, Smoothie Girls 4 FL
Genese Augustin
Managing Member, Smoothie Girls 4 FL
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Smoothie Girls 4 FL I Tropical Smoothie Cafe — Overtown
Grant Request Package
Address: 249 NW 6th St, Suite 102, Miami, FL 33136
Submitted by: Dannie and Genese Augustin, Owners
Submission Date: January 20, 2026
Requested Amount: $310,000
1. Business Overview
Smoothie Girls 4 FL is a multi -brand, multi -unit franchise operator led by Dannie and Genese
Augustin, who collectively brings over 16 years of franchise management experience. The
company currently owns and operates three successful Tropical Smoothie Cafe locations in
South Florida, with the Overtown site being their fourth. This new cafe will be located at 249
NW 6th Street, Suite 102, Miami, FL 33136.
At Smoothie Girls 4 FL, our mission is to empower healthier lifestyles by offering high -quality,
made -to -order smoothies, wraps, and bowls. We aim to create an inviting, vibrant space that
fosters community engagement, encourages wellness, and provides accessible, nutritious meal
options for residents, professionals, and visitors alike.
Target Market:
The Overtown cafe will serve a diverse customer base, including local residents, downtown
professionals, students, and health -conscious individuals seeking nutritious, affordable meal
options in a fast -casual dining environment.
This location represents an expansion, with an anticipated opening date of June 2026.
2. Project Details
The project will transform a vanilla shell space into a fully functional Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
The scope includes interior build -out, kitchen installation, customer seating, ADA compliance
upgrades, fire alarm system installation, and signage.
Scope of Work Includes:
• Interior Build -Out: Comprehensive construction of the kitchen, dining, and seating areas
to maximize space efficiency and enhance customer experience.
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• Kitchen Installation: Acquisition and installation of state-of-the-art commercial kitchen
equipment tailored to meet the operational demands of the cafe.
• ADA Compliance: All necessary modifications to ensure the cafe meets Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, providing accessibility for all customers.
▪ Fire Alarm and Safety Systems: Installation of fire alarm systems in full compliance with
local regulations to ensure the safety of customers and staff.
• Signage: Professional signage to enhance visibility and attract customers to the cafe.
Lease Status:
The lease for this space was executed December 9, 2024.
Estimated Timeline:
• Construction Start: March 2026
• Projected Opening: June 2026
3. Community Impact
The Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Overtown will play an essential role in the neighborhood's
revitalization efforts by contributing to local economic growth, job creation, and healthier
lifestyle choices. Our business will create new employment opportunities and provide the
community with nutritious meal options in a modern, convenient setting.
Economic and Employment Impact:
▪ Job Creation: The project will create 1 full-time position and 10 part-time jobs, with a
strong emphasis on hiring local talent from the Overtown community.
• Local Economy: We anticipate that the cafe will contribute to increased foot traffic and
local spending in the Overtown business district, supporting other local businesses in the
area.
Community Benefits:
• Healthier Dining Options: By offering nutritious, made -to -order smoothies, bowls, and
wraps, we will provide a healthy alternative to the fast food options that are often
prevalent in urban areas.
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• Inclusive Employment: We are committed to hiring locally, providing jobs and training
for community members in the Overtown area, which helps foster economic mobility.
• Community Engagement: Smoothie Girls 4 FL plans to engage with local schools,
community centers, and health -focused organizations to promote wellness and healthy
eating habits.
4. Financial Summary
Build -out
$251,528
Fire Alarm System
$12,500
Signage
$4,736
Permit Fees
$9,572
Equipment
$25,664
Payment and Performance Bond
$6,000
Total Project Cost
$310,000.00
Requested Grant Assistance: We are seeking $310,000 to fully fund the project. This will cover
all costs associated with the build -out, equipment, and necessary permits.
Business Contribution:
The owners, Dannie and Genese Augustin, will contribute $200,000 in the form of a loan to
cover inventory, small equipment, working capital, insurance, and POS systems.
Additional Funding Sources:
We will also secure bank financing and owner investments to ensure the project is fully funded.
5. Supporting Documentation (Appendix)
To support our application, we have assembled a comprehensive set of materials that provide
further detail on the project and its feasibility. These documents demonstrate our preparation for
the build -out and meet the requirements for review by the Overtown CRA.
Included in Appendix:
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• Architectural Drawings: Detailed floor plans and elevations for the proposed Tropical
Smoothie Cafe — Overtown build -out, including ADA compliance layout, kitchen, and
seating configuration.
• Equipment Quotes: Itemized quotes from approved Tropical Smoothie Cafe vendors
covering kitchen equipment, refrigeration, POS systems, and installation costs.
• Construction Quotes: General contractor estimates outlining the full scope of interior
build -out, finishes, fire alarm system, and peilnitting.
• Entity Registration: Verifying active registration for Smoothie Girls 4 FL.
Additional items such as the executed lease agreement, W-9, and updated site photos will be
provided as they become available.
Conclusion
Smoothie Girls 4 FL is poised to bring a high -quality, health -conscious dining option to the
Overtown community, while contributing to the area's broader revitalization and economic
development efforts. With 16 years of proven franchise management expertise, a commitment to
community engagement, and a vision for promoting healthier lifestyles, we are confident that
this project will have a meaningful, lasting impact.
We appreciate your consideration of this grant request and look forward to the opportunity to
contribute to the growth and success of the Overtown neighborhood.
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Dannie Augustin Only 11.4.25 Justin Chapman
249 Northwest 2nd Ave 249 Northwest 2nd Ave 6100 W. 73rd. St.
Suite 301 Miami, FL 33136 Ste 1
Miami, FL 33136 Bedford Park, IL 60638
(850) 321-0591 (Contact) 630-308-8848
Item Qty
**Prices may not reflect applicable tariffs. Any increase in costs resulting
from tariffs shall be added to the total price included in this Quote.
Trmark will provide advanced notice of any price increase due to tariffs**
Description
Sell Sell Total
1A.2 1 ea WALK COOLER/FREEZER
Nor -Lake FAST-TRAK INDOOR Walk -In Cooler/Freezer
Combination (2 compartments) 14' 0" long, 6' 0" wide, 7' 7" high.
Finishes:
26 Gauge Corrosion Resistant Stucco Embossed Coated Steel -
Interior wall, Exterior wall, Interior ceiling .100 Smooth Aluminum
- Interior floor Foamed Sealer 4 3/8" for (1) Cooler (35.0°F)
Freezer (-10.0°F) Details:
(1) 30" X 78" Walk -In Door left-hand swing
Includes door closer, cam lift hinges (one spring loaded on 36"
wide and smaller doors), NL9800 deadbolt key/padlock handle
with inside release, magnetic gasket, heater wire, double sweep
gasket, LED vapor proof light, Heated Air Vent (standard on all
freezer compartments) and NL508 combination digital
thermometer and switch w/pilot light.
(1) Standard Strip Curtain
(1) CPF075PC-S-0* NEW CAPSULE PAK ECO'' -10° F Operation,
Capsule -Pak Refrigeration System w/ Medium Size Opening,
Indoor Only, Ceiling Mount, R-290 Refrigerant, 2.00 AWEF Rating,
115v Electrical, NEMA 5-20P Cord, 11.4 Total Amps With Integrated
LogiTemp Controller ( system capacity 2900 BTU's/hour at 90.0"F
ambient temperature.) Refrigeration is "sized" for holding
product only
(1) 75 Series - Optional Five Year Extended Compressor Warranty
(1) 18 Month Labor/Service Warranty
Cooler (35.0°F) Details:
$25,664.00 $25,664.00
Attachment: File # 19141 - Backup (19141 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.)
FL-412 Miami - Walk-in, Ice, Refrig Only
11.4.25 Tropical Smoothie Cafe #FL-412
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Qty Description
Sell
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Sell Total
(1) 30" X 78" Walk -In Door left-hand swing
Includes door closer, cam lift hinges (one spring loaded on 36"
wide and smaller doors), NL9800 deadbolt key/padlock handle
with inside release, magnetic gasket, heater wire, double sweep
gasket, LED vapor proof light, Heated Air Vent (standard on all
freezer compartments) and NL508 combination digital
thermometer and switch w/pilot light.
(1) Standard Strip Curtain
(1) CPBOSOPC-S-0* NEW CAPSULE PAK ECG"' 35" F Operation,
Capsule -Pak Refrigeration System w/ Medium Size Opening,
Indoor Only, Ceiling Mount, R-290 Refrigerant, 5.61 AWEF Rating,
115v Electrical, NEMA 5-15P Cord, 6.9 Total Amps With Integrated
LogiTemp Controller ( system capacity 4000 BTU's/hour at 90.0'F
ambient temperature.) Refrigeration is "sized" for holding
product only;
(1) 50 To 60 Series - Optional Five Year Extended Compressor
Warranty
(1) 18 Month Labor/Service Warranty
1 ea Configuration **Freezer LEFT & Cooler RIGHT**
1 ea Both Doors Hinged *LEFT*
***NO RAMP and SELF-CONTAINED REFRIGERATION ON TOP OF
BOX***
***REQUIRES 11'0" CLEARANCE FOR REFRIGERATION***
***INSTALL OF COOLER- BY GENERAL CONTRACTOR &/OR
AUTHORIZED REFRIGERATION INSTALLER***
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1 ea ICE MAKER, NUGGET COMPRESSED
Model No. 861094
Scotsman Prodigy*" Ice Maker, NUGGET° Style, air-cooled, self-
contained condenser, up to 956-Ib production/24 hours, Auto -
alert"' indicating lights, stainless steel finish, R-404A refrigerant,
208-230v/60/1-ph,12.2 amps
**Cord and Plug provided by E.C./G.C.**
3 year parts & labor warranties
5 year parts on compressor
$6,560.00
$6,560.00
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1 ea ICE BIN
Model No. 861095
Ice Bin, w/top-hinged front -opening door, up to 893-Ib ice storage
capacity, for top -mounted ice maker, corrosion resistant metal
alloy exterior, polyethylene liner, includes 6" legs
$1,662.00
$1,662.00
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1 ea ICE SANITIZER SYSTEM
Model No. 861096
IMSB Guardian Ice Machine Sanitizer System By RGF.
**Sanitizer wiring & plumbing will be Installed in Each Ice
Machine
$975.00
$975. 00
FL-412 Miami - Walk-in, Ice, Refrig Only
11.4.25 Tropical Smoothie Cafe #FL-412
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CARIBE SIGNS
12251 SW 128 CT #105 1,IIAMI,FL 33186
INVOICE '=8914
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JOP Side.:249 NW 6 ST
COIJSTOMER:Tropical Smoothie Cafe
249 NW 6 ST Suite 110C
Miami:FL 33137
1- One set of Led Channel Letters to read " Tropical 16" Smoothie 10" CAFE 22"
Mounted on a Raceway Painter in silver
2-Permit Runner fee is to be paid to Renato 950.00
3- All City permitb fee is to be paid by Coustomer
TOTAL:4-736.00
50% DEPOSIT:2_ 368.00
BALANCE:2.3 68A
FL-412 Miami - Walk-in, Ice, Refrig Only
11.4.25
Tropical Smoothie Cafe #FL-412
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Appendix C — Construction Quotes
TROPICAL SMOOTHIE PROJECT
ESTIMATE # 25030039
PROJECT NAME TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
ADDRESS 249 NW 6TH STREET
DATE JULY72025
SCOPE OF WORK INTERIOR TENANT IMPROVEMENT OF
A NEW SMOOTHIE CAFE LOCATED
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$ 22,742.00
Insurance
Superintendent
Workers Comp.
Project safety, such as equipment and supplies
Tools and Equipment
Dumpster
Permits by Owner
Miscelaneous expenses
Cleaning
Builder Risk by owner
EXISTING CONDITIONS
$ 5,980.00
Verification all existing conditions
Debris disposal
Asbestos by owner
METALS (05):WOOD AND PLASTICS (06) AND THERMAL
$ 12,540.00
Metal Frame all interior walls/soffits & hard ceilings by plans , dated
05/30/2025
Backing & Plywood
Roof Penetration ( charged separtely if it is needed)
OPENING AND WINDOWS (08)
FINISHES (09)
$ 82,184.60
DRYWALL 5/8 GYPSUM 5" Drywall Partition Full Height
7" Drywall Partition Full Height
5" Drywall Partition Half Height
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CEILING
BASEBOARD
Armstrong ceiling WH Fine Fissured White
24"x24"
Washable Vinyl White Ceiling 24"x48"
Washable Vinyl White Ceiling 24524"
B1 Stain Grade Pine 1"x4" strips special
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B2 3-5/8" Metal Stud Installed with
Flanges Facing the wall, Shiny, non
textured finish 20 cauge
B3 Ceramic Cove Base White 3"x6"
B4 Quarry Tile Base 5"x6" Sanded
FRP FRP Panels
FLOOR FT-1 Luxury Vinyl Plank Exoguard
FT-2 Quarry Tile Ashen Gray
PAINT Satin Paint Whitetail color
Satin Paint Emotional color
Satin Paint Breaktime color
Ceiling Paint
WOOD W1 1"x2" Trim Board Painted P-1
W2 Stain Grade Pine Painted P-1
W3 4' x 8' Bead Board Panel Painted P-1
W4 1"X4" Stnps Stain Grade fine fainted
P-1
W5 1"x6" Knotty Pine Framing Grade
Wood Planks Sherwin Williams
W6 1"x6" Knotty Pine Framing Grade
Wood Planks Sherwin Williams
W7 1"x1" Knotty Pine Framing Grade
Wood Planks Sherwin Williams
Fire Rated Penetrations
SPECIALTIES DIVISION (10) $ 2,600.00
Interior Signs /
Restroom signs, restroom accessories
Fire Extinguishers
SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION (13)
FIRE SPRINKLESS $ 7,425.00
This price is using our vendor, If we need to use landlord mandatory vendor will be adjusted
FIRE ALARM
By owner
Mechanical Scope of Work
1-Fumish and insta I new single wall round outwork with exterior r6
2-Fumish and insta I new Supply/retum diffusers with flex connections
3-Re use existing 5 ton heat pump
4-Re use existing bathroom exhaust fan
14,675.00
Attachment: File # 19141 - Backup (19141 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.)
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5-Fumish and insta I new motorized fresh air damper with galvanized
ductwork
6-Fumish and insta I new 7 day programable thermostat
7-Total labor with a I materials
WALK IN COOLER/ FREEZER COMBO UNIT
6,755.00
Installation Only
Note: (We can provide the combo unit with drawings for $44656.54)
PLUMBING
$ 44,656.54 OPTIONAL
$ 18,530.00
Run new 1 1l2 cold water line and 1" +3/4 pipe (cpvc)
Install new EWH mounted above MOP sink
Install hot water line and hot water return
Install backflow preventer (double check valve)
Install and provide HW return pump
Run new 3/4 condensate line
Run new 3" inches vent pipe and provide 2" vent pipes branches for
Install fixtures costumer provide
Landlord will provide all waste pipe underground for bathrooms, floor
Concrete slab not included
Permit fees riot included
orovie all olumbina materials
If exceed more, price will increase, if it less price will be less.
ELECTRICAL (16)
$ 53,170.00
Lights as Allowance of $5,899.19 Based on Specified Package or Equal.
Lights Installation & Power Switchgear Panel A & TX 45 KVA
Feeders for above equipment's
Power for Devices
Fire Alarm Stub -Ups & Boxes if needed.
LOW VOLTAGE - OPTIONAL $
-TP-Link TL-SG2428P JetStream 28-Port Gigabit Smart Switch with 24-Port PoE+
TP-Link ER7212PC Omada 3-in-1 Gigabit VPN Router
TP TP-Link EAP650 AX3000 Ceiling Mount Wi-Fi 6 A -Link EAP650 AX3000 Ceiling Mount Wi-Fi 6 Access P ccess Point oin
RA RACK ER18 18 Space Enclosed Rack w/ A CK ER1818 Space Enclosed Rack wl Activ ctive Cooling
RA RACK L CK LAACEBAR Horiz CEBAR Horizontal Rack Lacer Bars (10 P ontal Rack Lacer Bars (10 Pack) ack)
Furman D10-PFP 10-Outlet Rack -Mountable Power Distribution (No Surge Protection)
Savant HST-SIPA1ECO-00 IP Audio 1 Ecosystem Host
Elura R6.5LCRZ.2 Red Label Series 6.5" In -Ceiling Speaker (QTY 3)
LLTN8716D-P16N TN8716D-P16N
DHWD43PURZ
LTCMIP1382WE-CMIP1382WE-28MDA (QTY 8)
Labor and Installation of Camer Labor and Installation of Cameras (QTY
8)
Labor and Installation of Speak Labor and Installation of Speakers (QTY
Labor and Pr Labor and Programming
Labor and Installation of netw Labor and Installation of network point ork points Cat6 s Cat (QTY 26)
Sawant SSL ant SSL-IP-IPAUDIOE-1YR Sa AUDIOE-1YR Sawant
$
14,091.85 OPTIONAL
SUBTOTAL
$ 226,601.60
Attachment: File # 19141 - Backup (19141 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.)
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5-Furnish and insta I new motorized fresh air damper with galvanized
ductwork
6-Furnish and insta I new 7 day programable thermostat
7-Total labor with a I materials
WALK IN COOLER/ FREEZER COMBO UNIT
6,755.00
Installation Only
Note: (We can provide the combo unit with drawings for $44656.54)
$ 44,656.54 OPTIONAL
PLUMBING $ 18,530.00
Run new 1 112 cold water line and 1" + 3/4 pipe (cpvc)
nstall new EWH mounted above MOP sink
nstall hot water line and hot water return
nstall backflow preventer (double check valve)
nstall and provide HW return pump
Run new 3/4 condensate line
Run new 3" inches vent pipe and provide 2" vent pipes branches for
nstall fixtures costumer provide
-andlord will provide all waste pipe underground for bathrooms, floor
concrete slab not included
,ermit fees not included
>rovie all plumbing materials
f exceed more, price will increase, if it less price will be less.
ELECTRICAL (16)
$ 53,170.00
Lights as Allowance of $5,899.19 Based on Specified Package or Equal.
Lights Installation & Power Switchgear Panel A & TX 45 INA
Feeders for above equipment's
Power for Devices
Fire Alarm Stub -Ups & Boxes if needed.
LOW VOLTAGE - OPTIONAL $
-TP-Link TL-SG2428P JetStream 28-Port Gigabit Smart Switch with 24-Port PoE+
TP-Link ER7212PC Omada 3-in-1 Gigabit VPN Router
TP TP-Link EAP650 AX3000 Ceiling Mount Wi-Fi 6 A -Link EAP650 AX3000 Ceiling Mount Wi-Fi 6 Access P ccess Point pin
RA RACK ER18 18 Space Enclosed Rack w/ A CK ER18 18 Space Enclosed Rack wl Activ ctive Cooling
RA RACK L CK LAACEBAR Horiz CEBAR Horizontal Rack Lacer Bars (10 P ontal Rack Lacer Bars (10 Pack) ack)
Furman D10-PFP 10-Outlet Rack -Mountable Power Distribution (No Surge Protection)
Savant HST-SIPA1ECO-00 IP Audio 1 Ecosystem Host
Elura R6.5LCRZ.2 Red Label Series 6.5" In -Ceiling Speaker (QTY 3)
LLTN8716D-P16N TN8716D-P16N
DHWD43PURZ
LTCMIP1382WE-CMIP1382WE-28MDA (QTY 8)
Labor and Installation of Gamer Labor and Installation of Cameras (QTY
8)
Labor and Installation of Speak Labor and Installation of Speakers (QTY
Labor and Pr Labor and Programming
Labor and Installation of netw Labor and Installation of network point ork points Cat6 s Cat (QTY 26)
Savant SSL ant SSL-IP-IPAUDIOE-1YR Sa AUDIOE-1YR Savant
14,091.85 OPTIONAL
Is
SUBTOTAL $ 226,601.60
Attachment: File # 19141 - Backup (19141 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.)
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3.5%
Overhead
$ 7,931.06
7.5%
Contractor Fe
$ 16,995.12
TOTAL $ 251,527.78
NOTE 1: As an Option we quoted the Walking Cooler/Freezer Combo and the Low Voltage.
ALL WORK TO BE PERFORMED DURING NORMAL WORKING HOURS BUSINESS DAYS
DUMSPTER LOCATION & ACCESS IS TO BE PROVIDED BY CLIENT
NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY EXISTING OR CONCEALED CONDITIONS
ANY ITEMS NOT SPECIFIED IN THIS PROPOSAL ARE NOT TO BE ASSUMED INCLUDED
ANY ALTERATION OR DEVIATION FROM THE ABOVE SPECIFICATION, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY SUCH ALTERATION OR DEVIATIOI
CHANGE ORDERS WILL BE PAID 50% AT THE TIME OF REQUEST/ SECOND PAYMENT OF 50% WHEN JOB BE FINISHED.
PAYMENTS ARE DUE NO MORE THAN 7 (SEVEN) DAYS FROM DATE OF INVOICE. IF PAYMENT IS NOT MADE WITHIN 14 (FOURTEEN) DAYS OF -
IF IT IS ANY INCREASE ON MATERIAL THAT EXCEED THE 10% OF COST , NEEDS TO BE ASSUMED BY CUSTOMER ( HOWEVER, CALIMA INVES'
NOT RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR WEATHER/PERMIT/INSPECTION/HOLIDAYS OR OTHER CONTRACTORS DELAYS.
20% OF CONTRACT FEE WILL CHARGED TO ANY SUBPERMIT TIED TO THE MASTER PERMIT ADDITIONAL DRAWINGS OR SHOP DRAWINGS AF
By signing this document, the customer agrees to the services and conditions outlined in this document.
Attachment: File # 19141 - Backup (19141 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.)
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Tropical Smoothie Caffe
October 30, 2025
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'Tropical Smoothie Caffe
249 NW 6'^ Street.
Fire Alarm Proposal
POWeR
GO Ian
Power Design is pleased to offer the following pricing for the Life Safety scope for this project as follows:
Project Description Summary
Project Location
Project Type
Miami, Florida
Residential (Tied to the Main High -Rise building.
Proposal Type
Unit Built -out.
Pricing Summary — Small Turnkey
Fire Alarm System: Gamewell/FCI
Installation of Fire Alarm Devices to meet code requirements.
Programming of the main building's Fire Alarm Panel to reflect the
changes corresponding to Tropical Smoothie Caffe.
PDI will not program panel installed by others.
Drawings:
Provide a new set of drawings with updated backgrounds. Signed
And Sealed by the EOR.
Fire Alarm Inspection:
Power Design Technician to be present during Fire Alarm Inspections
and fulfill completion of the work.
Equipment Rental: Lifts, pallet jacks, etc.
Permitting, Permit and Inspections Fees:
Excluded
X
X
Total
$ 12,500.00
Included
X
Payment Schedule
On projects under $20,000 of total value, the
total approved pricing proposal shall be paid in
its totality up -front.
Please contact the System team below with any questions.
Lisset Carratala
Fire Alarm Project Executive
Imcarratala@powerdesigninc.us
Marco Lobaina
Fire Alarm Project Manager
mlobaina@powerdesigninc.us
Power Design Inc
11600 90 St North Saint Petersburg, FL 33716
GA #EN211276
Leonardo Pascual
Systems Construction Manager
Ipascual@powerdesigninc.us
Attachment: File # 19141 - Backup (19141 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.)
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Appendix D —Entity Registration
Attachment: File # 19141 - Backup (19141 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.)
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Electronic Articles of Organization
For
Florida Limited Liability Company
Article I
The name of the Limited Liability Company is:
SMOOTHIE GIRLS 4 FL, LLC
L24000238691
FILED 8:00 AM
May 22 2024
Sec. Of' State
crico
Article II
The street address of the principal office of the Limited Liability Company is:
3901 WEST BROWARD BLVD.
UNIT 121394
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL. US 33312
The mailing address of the Limited Liability Company is:
3901 WEST BROWARD BLVD.
UNIT 121394
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL. US 33312
Article III
The name and Florida street address of the registered agent is:
DANNIE AUGUSTIN
3901 WEST BROWARD BLVD.
UNIT 121394
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL. 33312
Having been named as registered agent and to accept service of process for the above stated limited
liability company at the place designated in this certificate, I hereby accept the appointment as registered
agent and agree to act in this capacity. I further agree to comply with the provisions of all statutes
relating to the proper and complete performance of my duties, and I am familiar with and accept the
obligations of my position as registered agent.
Registered Agent Signature: DANNIE AUGUSTIN
Attachment: File # 19141 - Backup (19141 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.)
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DIVISION OF CORPORATIONS
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Department of State / Division of Corporations / Search Records / Search by Entity Name /
Detail by Entity Name
Florida Limited Liability Company
SMOOTHIE GIRLS 4 FL, LLC
Filing Information
Document Number
FEI/EIN Number
Date Filed
Effective Date
State
Status
Principal Address
249 NW 6th St
UNIT 121394
Suite 110C
Miami, FL 33136
L24000238691
33-2810551
05/22/2024
05/22/2024
FL
ACTIVE
Changed: 04/05/2025
Mailing Address
3901 WEST BROWARD BLVD.
UNIT 121394
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
Registered Agent Name & Address
AUGUSTIN, DANNIE
3901 WEST BROWARD BLVD.
UNIT 121394
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
Authorized Person(a) Detail
Name & Address
Title MGR
AUGUSTIN, DANNIE
3901 WEST BROWARD BLVD., UNIT 121394
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
Title MGR
Attachment: File # 19141 - Backup (19141 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.)
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AUGUSTIN, GENESE
3901 WEST BROWARD BLVD., UNIT 121394
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
Annual Reports
Report Year Filed Date
2025 04/05/2025
Document Images
04/05/2025 -- ANNUAL REPORT View image in PDF format
05/22/2024 -- Florida Limited Liability View image in PDF format
Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations
Attachment: File # 19141 - Backup (19141 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC.)
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SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PLEASE ALL TAKE NOTICE, the Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast
Overtown / Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA") will hold a
Public Hearing meeting on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., or anytime thereafter,
in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive,
Miami, Florida 33133.
The Board will consider the allocation of funding to Smoothie Girls 4 FL, LLC, a
Florida Limited Liability Company ("Grantee"), to underwrite costs associated with
the build -out of a health -conscious dining franchise within the SEOPW CRA area at 249
N.W. 6th Street, Suite 102, Miami, FL 33136.
In accordance with the SEOPW CRA 2018 Redevelopment Plan Update ("Plan") and
Section 163, Florida Statutes, the Board will consider awarding a grant to Grantee in
an amount not to exceed Three Hundred Ten Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents
($310,000.00) to support the project build -out.
All comments and questions with respect to the meeting and public participation should
be addressed to James D. McQueen, Executive Director, or Vincent T. Brown, Esq.,
Staff Counsel/Deputy Director, at 819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami, Florida 33136
or (305) 679-6800.
This action is being considered pursuant to Section(s) 18-85 and 18-86 of the Code of
the City of Miami, Florida as amended ("City Code"). The recommendation and findings
to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed resolution and will be
available as with the scheduled SEOPW CRA Board meeting or anytime thereafter in
the City Commission chambers.
The Board requests all interested parties be present or represented at the meeting, and
may be heard with respect to any proposition before the Board in which it may take
action. Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to
any matter considered at this meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record
of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and evidence upon which any appeal
may be based (F.S. 286.0105).
Pursuant to CRA-R-24-0071, whenever a scheduled SEOPW CRA meeting is
cancelled or is not held due to a lack of a quorum or other emergency, a special SEOPW
CRA meeting will be automatically scheduled for the Tuesday immediately following the
cancelled meeting. In the event of one of the aforementioned circumstances, the special
meeting would be held on April 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., or anytime thereafter, in the
City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive,
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Miami, Florida 33133. All of the scheduled agenda items from that cancelled meeting
shall automatically be scheduled as an agenda item at the special SEOPW CRA
meeting. The Clerk of the Board shall notify the public of the special meeting that is to
take place by placing a notice of the special SEOPW CRA meeting at the entrance of
City Hall, placing a notice on the SEOPW CRA's website, and, if feasible, placing an ad
in a newspaper of general circulation before the special meeting on the immediately
following Tuesday. There shall be no additional notice by publication required for any
such scheduled agenda item that is moved to the special SEOPW CRA meeting.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special
accommodations to participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City
Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than two (2) business days prior to the
proceeding. TTY users may call 711 (Florida Relay Service), not later than two (2)
business days prior to the proceeding.
Ad No. 43921
James D. McQueen, Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 9, 2026
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King Date: April 2, 2026
and Members of the CRA
Board File: 19142
From: James McQueen
Executive Director
Subject: 4/5th Vote: Grant to St. John
Institutional Missionary Baptist
Church, Inc.
Enclosures: File # 19142 - Backup
File # 19142 - Exhibit A
File # 19142 - Notice To
The Public
BACKGROUND:
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, and waiving said procedures, awarding a grant, in an amount not to exceed Nine Hundred Seventy -
Five Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($975,000.00) ("Funds"), to St. John Institutional Missionary
Baptist Church, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit Corporation ("Grantee"), to underwrite costs for urgent
repair and rehabilitation, in accordance with 40-year recertification requirements, at 1328 Northwest 3'd
Avenue, Miami, Florida 33136 ("Purpose").
St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, a historic house of worship, has long served as a
spiritual, cultural, and civic anchor in Overtown, providing worship services, community gatherings,
outreach programs, and a safe place for residents of all ages.
It is recommended that the Board of the SEOPW CRA approve and adopt the attached Resolution,
authorizing the allocation of the Funds to the Grantee for the Purpose stated herein.
JUSTIFICATION:
Pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA") 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").
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Section 163.340(9), Florida Statutes (the "Act"), community redevelopment means "undertakings,
activities, or projects of a ... community redevelopment agency in a community redevelopment area for
the elimination and prevention of the development or spread of slums and blight...."
Section 2, Goal 1, of the Plan, lists the "preserv[ation of] historic buildings and community heritage," as a
stated redevelopment goal.
Lastly, Section 2, Principle 8, of the Plan, provides that "[o]lder buildings that embody the area's cultural
past must be restored," as a stated redevelopment principle.
FUNDING:
$975,000.00 allocated from SEOPW "Other Grants and Aids" Account No.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Entity name: St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit Corporation
Address: 1328 Northwest 3rd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33136
Funding Request: $975,000.00
Scope of work or services (Summary): To support urgent repairs and rehabilitation costs for the St.
John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, a historic house of worship.
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AGENDA ITEM
FINANCIAL INFORMATION FORM
SEOPW CRA
CRA Board Meeting Date: April 9, 2026
CRA Section:
Brief description of CRA Agenda Item:
AWARDING A GRANT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED ($975,000.00) ("FUNDS"),
TO ST. JOHN INSTITUTIONAL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, INC., A FLORIDA
NOT -FOR -PROFIT CORPORATION ("GRANTEE"), TO UNDERWRITE COSTS FOR
URGENT REPAIR AND REHABILITATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH 40-YEAR
RECERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, AT 1328 NORTHWEST 3RD AVENUE, MIAMI,
FLORIDA 33136
Project Number
YES, there
Account Code:
(if applicable):
are sufficient funds in Line Item:
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 Amount: $ 9 7 5, 0 0 0.0 0
NO (Complete the following source of funds information):
Amount budgeted in the line item: $
Balance in the line item: $
Amount needed in the line item: $
Sufficient funds will be transferred from the following line items:
ACTION
ACCOUNT NUMBER
TOTAL
Project No./Index/Minot Object
From
$
To
$
From
$
To
$
Comments:
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Approved by:
Approval:
Executive Director 4/2/2026
Miguel A Valcntirr, Finance Officer 4/2/2026
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Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
File Type: CRA Resolution
Enactment Number:
File Number: 19142 Final Action Date:
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, AND WAIVING SAID PROCEDURES, AWARDING A GRANT, IN
AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED NINE HUNDRED SEVENTY-FIVE THOUSAND
DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS ($975,000.00) ("FUNDS"), TO ST. JOHN
INSTITUTIONAL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, INC., A FLORIDA NOT -FOR -
PROFIT CORPORATION ("GRANTEE"), TO UNDERWRITE COSTS FOR URGENT
REPAIR AND REHABILITATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH 40-YEAR
RECERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, AT 1328 NORTHWEST 3RD AVENUE, MIAMI,
FLORIDA 33136 ("PURPOSE"); AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO
DISBURSE 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.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 "OTHER GRANTS AND AIDS"; FURTHER
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY
AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO COUNSEL,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, A RESTRICTIVE COVENANT TO BE
RECORDED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR
SAID PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its Redevelopment
Area in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Plan ("Plan"); and
WHEREAS, 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
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WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 1, of the Plan, lists the "preserv[ation] of historic buildings and
community heritage," as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 8, of the Plan, provides that "[o]lder buildings that embody the
area's cultural past should be restored," as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit
Corporation ("Grantee"), owns St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, a house of worship,
located at 1328 Northwest 3`a Avenue, Miami, Florida 33136 (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Property serves as a spiritual, cultural, and civic anchor in Overtown and is is in
need of urgent repairs and rehabilitation, and to satisfy 40-year recertification requirements; and
WHEREAS, Grantee is requesting financial assistance, in an amount not to exceed Nine Hundred
Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($975,000.00), to underwrite costs associated with urgent
repairs and improvements needed at the Property, which includes 40-year recertification, hurricane impact
windows, HVAC replacement, re -roofing, termite and mold treatment, and tenting, as well as soft costs
("Purpose"); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to award grant funds, in an amount not to
exceed Nine Hundred Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($975,000.00) ("Funds"), for the
Purpose stated herein; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that adopting this Resolution would further the
redevelopment goals and objectives of the SEOPW CRA; 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 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, 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, with Grantee for said Purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are
adopted by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. Pursuant to Section(s) 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.
Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized' to disburse the Funds, at his
discretion, on a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory
' 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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documentation from Other Grants and Aids - Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000, subject to
funding availability, for the Purpose stated herein.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized' to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary documents, 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:
V;icer. T Bro\Ar, Giarr Counsel 4/2/2026
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sT JOHN
INSTITUTIONAL
MISSIONARY
BAPTIST CHURCH
March 11, 2026
Dear Commissioner King,
Greetings. I hope this message finds you well.
I am writing on behalf of St. John Baptist Church. We respectfully request your consideration for
financial assistance as we approach the final phase of our sanctuary renovation and 40-year
recertification. We are approximately six months away from completion, but the project is
currently stalled due to a remaining funding gap of $1,187,105.00. See attached proposal.
To date, St. John Baptist Church has invested over $800,000 of our own church funds into this
renovation. This investment reflects our deep commitment to preserving our historic place of
worship and ensuring it continues to serve not only our congregation but the broader Overtown
community. Unfortunately, without additional support, we are unable to move forward and bring
this important project to completion.
The renovation of our sanctuary is vital to our members and to the surrounding community. St.
John Baptist Church has long served as a spiritual, cultural, and civic anchor in Overtown,
providing worship services, community gatherings, outreach programs, and a safe space for
residents of all ages. Completing this project will allow us to fully restore these services and
expand our ability to serve the community with dignity and pride.
We would be honored to meet with you or your staff to discuss the project in greater detail and
explore any potential funding opportunities or resources that may be available. Your leadership
and continued support of Overtown mean a great deal to our congregation, and we are hopeful
you may be able to assist us during this critical final stage.
Thank you for your time, consideration, and ongoing commitment to the people of Overtown. We
look forward to the opportunity to speak with you further. Please contact me at
spencedarry167ayahoo.com or (786) 314-2561.
With gratitude,
(
`DarryU T. Spence
Chairman, Trustee Ministry
St. John Baptist Church
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BOFAM CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC
General Contractors, Estimators & Roofing Contractors
CGC 062660 & CCC 1329221
(Certified DBE, CSBE, SECTION 3)
TEL: (754) 245-0102
FAX: (305) 675-9269
AUSTIN@BOFAMINC.COM
Date: March 23, 2026
Proposal: # B26-003
To: St. John Institutional Missionary
Baptist Church, Inc.
1328 NW 3rd Avenue,
Miami, FL 33136
786-489-1935 (Tel)
305-000-0000 (Fax)
E-mail: Spencedarry167@yahoo.com
Attention: Mr. Darryl,
We appreciate the opportunity to submit a proposal on your firm's project.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me on (754) 245 — 0102.
Respectfully, Austin Akinrin
1600 N.W 3RD AVENUE,
BLDG. D4
MIAMI, FL 33136
Project: St. John Church Rehabilitation, Renovation & Remodeling (Phase II)
Location: 1328 NW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
Scope of Work:
Renovation: Proposal includes Permits, Demolition, Concrete work, Masonry, Drywall framing & finish, Wood & plastics,
doors & windows, Glass/glazing, Electrical, Plumbing, AC replacement, Fire alarms system, Cabinets, Fixtures & fittings,
painting & baseboard, and Interior finishes (ceiling, wall & floors), Existing bathroom upgrades, Works to be performed in
accordance with the Florida building codes and regulations.
Base Price:
St. John Church Renovation, Remodeling & 40-Yrs Recertification
Permit fees, Bonding, Builder's risk, and AHJ fees. (If required)
$870,000.00
$105,000.00
GRAND TOTAL $975,000.00
Special Notes: This is a preliminary proposal pending final plan reviews and approvals by all government agencies having
jurisdiction. All changes required by the building agencies having jurisdiction shall be the owner's responsibilities.
Payment Schedule: TBD
This proposal may be withdrawn and/or revised in (Fifteen) 15 days. If not accepted the undersigned owner accepts the above
job at the price quoted and agrees to pay for said work as it progresses or as per the agreed payment schedule specified
herein. In the event of legal dispute, if any sums due are collected by suit or demand of an attorney or collection agency then
the defaulting party shall pay all costs, including reasonable attorney's fees.
Sincerely,
Austin Akinrin,
President.
Attachment: File # 19142 - Backup (19142 : 4/5th Vote: Grant to St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, Inc.)
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BOFAM CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC
General Contractors, Estimators & Roofing Contractors
CGC 062660 & CCC 1329221
(Certified DBE, CSBE, SECTION 3)
TEL: (754) 245-0102
FAX: (305) 675-9269
AUSTIN@BOFAMINC.COM
1600 N.W 3RD AVENUE,
BLDG. D4
MIAMI, FL 33136
ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL: The above prices, specifications and conditions are satisfactory and accepted. You are
authorized to do the work as Specified and payments will be made as described above.
Date of Acceptance; / 2026 Signature:
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Budget Summary
St. John MB Church - 40-Years Recertification Renovation & Remodeling
All Work is to be performed on the Church buildings located at 1328 NW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
Church Renovation, Remodeling, and Rehabilitation $420,605.00
• Repair church for 40-Years structural and electrical recertification
• Remove all mold infested drywall in the basement and repair
• Supply and install new mold resistance drywall, and duroc appropriately.
• Prepare and install new drywall, tape, compound, and finish to match.
• Install floor tiles and baseboard in all rooms, bathrooms and around baptismal pool area
• Install all new interior doors with hardware and lockset complete
• Basement - Demolish existing glass wall office and create a new office complete
• Alterations to the front sanctuary/pulpit area including new handrails and steps
• Convert an office to a new accessible ADA Bathroom with AOR revised plans
• All basement flooring to be redone with new epoxy flooring throughout the floor area
• Renovate and repair existing baptismal pools including plumbing and working drains
• Supply and install new auditorium floor carpets and tiles including the sanctuary and choir areas
• Prepare, prime and paint one (1) coat primer and two (2) coats Sherwin Williams (Low VOC) paint
40- Years Recertification Repairs $ 82,400.00
• Beam Crack/ spalling to be repaired
• Demolition Slab spalling to be repaired
• Column crack and spalling to be repaired
• Brick cracks, chippings and broken to be repaired
• Water damaged areas in basement and auditorium to be repaired.
• Walls stucco to be repaired in all visible areas.
• All branch circuits to be labelled and identified.
• Repair existing equipment, grounding rods, and strap equipment.
• Per revised plans, connect underground service hand hole to FPL pole.
HVAC Replacement $205,700.00
• Engineering Design: Provide HVAC and Electrical design required for permitting.
• Demolition: Disconnect existing cooling tower and electrical system, provide crane equipment to
remove the entire unit.
• Disposal: Dispose of the existing system appropriately.
• New Installation:
• Install new one (1) Carrier packaged air handling units, Model # 39LA25AA-LQ-AEK2A9
• Install new one (1) 40 Ton Carrier air-cooled condensing unit, Model # 38RCS04053-3D000
• Install three (3) separate thermostats for easy access and control.
• Clean existing ductwork and steel supports accordingly,
• Install and charge new refrigerant, conduct test and balance for all equipment.
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Re -Roofing (Built-up Membrane Reroof)
$103,395.00
• Provides permits, labor, and materials to replace existing Membrane roofs.
• Remove existing roofs to wood decks, including parapet walls.
• Supply and install new Built-up Membrane
• Replace new vent stacks, flashings, and edge drip.
• Install with UL label on package and MDC Product Control Division as per manufacturer's specs
and county codes.
• Supply and install new gutters and downspouts to replace damaged and missing gutters.
Termite and Mold treatment & Tenting
• Mold was determined to be present in the basement.
• Bofam will treat and abate mold found in the basement
• Termite was determined to be present in building.
• Recommend termite survey in all the rooms and on the property.
• Bofam will treat subterranean termites and tent the entire church.
$ 57,900.00
SUBTOTAL
Soft Cost
Permit fees, Bonding, Builder's risk, and AHJ fees. (If required)
$870,000.00
$105,000.00
GRANT TOTAL $975,000.00
END OF SECTION
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Detail by Entity Name
Florida Not For Profit Corporation
ST. JOHN INSTITUTIONAL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, INC.
Filing Information
Document Number 752763
FEUEIN Number 59-2006578
Date Filed 06/03/1980
State FL
Status ACTIVE
Last Event AMENDMENT
Event Date Filed 07/21/1988
Event Effective Date NONE
Principal Address
1328 N.W. 3RD AVE.
MIAMI, FL 33136
Changed: 04/03/2007
Mailing Address
P.O. BOX 523431
MIAMI, FL 33152
Changed: 01 /21 /2022
Registered Agent Name & Address
ROBINSON-DUFFIE, CECILYATTY
13499 Biscayne Boulevard
Suite 210
North Miami, FL 33181
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Name Changed: O6/09/2008
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Address Changed: 04/28i2023
Officer/Director Detail
Name &Address
Title Director
ANDERSON, MICHAEL
1448 NW 42 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33142
Title President
SPENCE; DARRYL
1038 NW 41 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33127
Title Treasurer
HUDSON, EDDIE L
1310 NW 85 WAY
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
Title Secretary
FORTSON, ROBERTA
525 NW 19 Street
Miami, FL 33138
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ROBBINS; SHAMAR Z
250 NW 13 STREET
APT. 100
Miami, FL 33/ 36
Title Director
PEEPLES; JOHNNY
3389 NW 49 STREET
Miami, FL 33142
Title Director
ROBINSON-DUFFIE, CECILY
13499 Biscayne Boulevard
Suite 210
North Miami, FL 33181
Annual Reports
Report Year Filed Date
2023 04/28/2023
2024 04/30/2024
2025 04/29/2025
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ST.JOHN
HISTORY OF THE CHURCH AND RENOVATION PROJECT
On June 17, 1906 at the corner of NW 2nd Avenue and 11th Terrace, a small group was called together for
worship. They initially called this congregation Second Baptist Church. The membership later moved to
Jackson's Hall on 10th Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenue. The members considered plans for a
permanent location. After purchasing a lot at 12th Street and 3rd Avenue, construction began on a 50 X
48 foot frame building.
The congregation moved into this building on the third Sunday in February 1908. In 1912, Rev. Jarius
Wilkerson Drake joined the church and assumed leadership of the church on the first Sunday in February.
The initial church building was damaged and wrecked during storms in 1926 and 1928, but was remodeled.
This membership outgrew the structure under Rev. Drake's leadership, and the congregation purchased a
larger site to accommodate the membership.
The current structure at 1328 Northwest 3 Avenue was designed by architects McKissack & McKissack (an
African -American owned firm) in Moderne style and was completed in 1940. On April 17, 1992, it was
added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
During the tenure of Rev. Thedford Johnson, the church's Fellowship Hall was built. This structure became
renowned in the 70s and 80s as "ground zero" of civic and political affairs in the City of Miami, with the
Pastor and church hosting weekly "Political Breakfasts", providing a platform for politicians and community
leaders to address the constituents of Overtown and Greater Miami. Beginning in the 1990's, the
Fellowship Hall was utilized as the distribution center for the church's pantry which provided free groceries
to the community's underserved population each week.
The church's daycare — one of the first in Miami — was opened in order to serve local families with reliable
childcare for their children while their parents worked. This center has been a beacon of light for more
than six decades and has served generations of children and families. Thousands of local residents reflect
fondly upon their education at St. John's daycare and credit it with providing them with the scholastic
foundation which later catapulted them to career success.
St. John's commitment to children and youth extends far beyond its daycare. The church has previously
hosted its "Faith, Feast, and Fun Festival" which invited all of Overtown to an afternoon of wholesome and
safe activities, and now has its annual Hallelujah Party each fall and Vacation Bible School Block Party each
summer for local residents. These multi -cultural events are filled with music, games, and entertainment.
Similarly, St. John has gained notoriety for its annual Vacation Bible School, which pre -pandemic
enrollment exceeded three hundred youth. The church embraces the opportunity to welcome children of
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all ages to a week of free bible curriculum, arts and crafts, physical education, and a hot breakfast and
lunch. Teen students publish a daily newsletter and make daily posts to the church's social media.
The church is always open to innovative opportunities to serve the community. Portable restrooms and
showers were placed on the parking lot during the pandemic to afford unhoused neighbors access to
refresh themselves. Social workers were provided space to meet with clients to assist them with needed
social services. Additionally, St. John's clothing ministry has operated for more than 20 years, providing
clothing and toys to families in need.
Rev. Henry Nevin who became Senior Pastor in 1986 introduced the idea of having a Community
Development Corporation to assist in rehabilitating subsidized housing for the poor and building median
income housing for the community. The St. John CDC is not only the first local CDC, but remains at the
forefront in providing affordable housing for Overtown residents.
In April 2010, Bishop James Dean Adams became Senior Pastor of St. John and served until December
2021. His tenure included an increased commitment to community service, and he served as a liaison
between the City of Miami Police and the residents.
The church initiated its renovation of the 85-year-old sanctuary in 2014. The initial contract was for less
than $200,000.00, and the work was projected to span several months. However, the age of the structure
led to the discovery of multiple necessary repairs and upgrades. Ultimately, the Covid-19 Pandemic and a
change in the church's leadership led to a several -year stall in construction, further enhancing the breadth
of the required repairs. Twelve years later, the church has expended more than $1,000,000.00 and finds
that it is lacking at least $900,000.00 to bring the building to completion.
For 116 years, St. John has steadfastly served the Miami community, providing a sanctuary of faith, hope,
and unity. Its rich history and contributions have greatly enriched the lives of countless individuals and
families, fostering a spirit of community and compassion.
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 9, 2026
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4/5ths RECOMMENDATION INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King and Date: April 9, 2026 File:
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Subject: Recommendations and findings to waive
competitive sealed bidding and negotiation
methods, pursuant to Sec. 18-85 and 18-86, for St.
John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, Inc.
From: James D. McQueen Enclosures: Exhibit "A"
Executive Director
BACKGROUND:
The Board of Commissioners ("Board") ofthe Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
("SEOPW CRA") is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its
Redevelopment Area in accordance with the 2018 Updated SEOPW CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan").
St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit Corporation ("Grantee"), has
submitted a request for financial assistance for renovation, remodeling and 40-year recertification repairs of the St.
John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, a house of worship, located at 1328 Northwest 3rd Ave, Miami, FL
33136 (the "Property"). The SEOPW CRA desires to provide funding, in an amount not to exceed Nine Hundred
Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($975,000.00) ("Funds").
The St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church has long served as a spiritual, cultural, and civic anchor in
Overtown, providing worship services, community gatherings, outreach programs, and a safe place for residents of
all ages. The church requires renovation, remodeling, and rehabilitation, 40-year recertification repairs, hurricane
impact windows, HVAC replacement, re-roofmg, termite and mold treatment and tenting.
It is recommended that the SEOPW CRA Board authorize the issuance of the Funds to Grantee for the Purpose stated
herein. The Executive Director has reviewed and vetted the request, in accordance with the objectives of the Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
In light of the above -stated, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods
as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended,
specifically Section(s) 18-85 and 18-86, and the affirmation of these written fmdings and the forwarding the same
to the SEOPW CRA Board by a four -fifths vote is respectfully requested.
APPROVED
James D. McQueen,
Executive Director
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SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PLEASE ALL TAKE NOTICE, the Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast
Overtown / Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA") will hold a
Public Hearing meeting on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., or anytime thereafter,
in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive,
Miami, Florida 33133.
The Board will consider the allocation of funding to St. John Institutional Missionary
Baptist Church, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit Corporation ("Grantee"), to
underwrite costs for 40-year recertification repairs and rehabilitation of the St. John
Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, a historic building in Overtown, located
at 1328 N.W. 3rd Ave, Miami, Florida 33136.
In accordance with the SEOPW CRA 2018 Redevelopment Plan Update ("Plan") and
Section 163, Florida Statutes, the Board will consider awarding a grant to Grantee in
an amount not to exceed Nine Hundred Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars and Zero
Cents ($975,000.00).
All comments and questions with respect to the meeting and public participation should
be addressed to James D. McQueen, Executive Director, or Vincent T. Brown, Esq.,
Staff Counsel/Deputy Director, at 819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami, Florida 33136
or (305) 679-6800.
This action is being considered pursuant to Section(s) 18-85 and 18-86 of the Code of
the City of Miami, Florida as amended ("City Code"). The recommendation and findings
to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed resolution and will be
available as with the scheduled SEOPW CRA Board meeting or anytime thereafter in
the City Commission chambers.
The Board requests all interested parties be present or represented at the meeting, and
may be heard with respect to any proposition before the Board in which it may take
action. Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to
any matter considered at this meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record
of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and evidence upon which any appeal
may be based (F.S. 286.0105).
Pursuant to CRA-R-24-0071, whenever a scheduled SEOPW CRA meeting is
cancelled or is not held due to a lack of a quorum or other emergency, a special SEOPW
CRA meeting will be automatically scheduled for the Tuesday immediately following the
cancelled meeting. In the event of one of the aforementioned circumstances, the special
meeting would be held on April 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., or anytime thereafter, in the
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City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive,
Miami, Florida 33133. All of the scheduled agenda items from that cancelled meeting
shall automatically be scheduled as an agenda item at the special SEOPW CRA
meeting. The Clerk of the Board shall notify the public of the special meeting that is to
take place by placing a notice of the special SEOPW CRA meeting at the entrance of
City Hall, placing a notice on the SEOPW CRA's website, and, if feasible, placing an ad
in a newspaper of general circulation before the special meeting on the immediately
following Tuesday. There shall be no additional notice by publication required for any
such scheduled agenda item that is moved to the special SEOPW CRA meeting.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special
accommodations to participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City
Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than two (2) business days prior to the
proceeding. TTY users may call 711 (Florida Relay Service), not later than two (2)
business days prior to the proceeding.
Ad No. 43920
James D. McQueen, Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 9, 2026
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King
and Members of the CRA
Board
From: James McQueen
Executive Director
Date: April 2, 2026
File: 19143
Subject: 4/5th Vote: Grant to Sixth Street
Miami Partners, LLC.
Enclosures: File # 19143 - Exhibit A
File # 19143 - Backup
File # 19143 - Notice To
The Public
BACKGROUND:
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, and waiving said procedures, awarding a grant, in an amount not to exceed Three Million Five
Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($3,500,000.00) ("Funds"), to Sixth Street Miami Partners
LLC, a Foreign Limited Liability Company authorized to conduct business in the State of Florida
("Grantee"), with a principal address at 2200 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, Florida 33137, to underwrite
costs associated with the construction build -out and development of the "Freedom Center" at Gale Miami
Hotel (Folio No: 01-0105-090-2160), generally located at 159 Northeast 6th Street, Miami, Florida 33132
("Purpose").
It is recommended that the Board of the SEOPW CRA approve and adopt the attached Resolution,
authorizing the allocation of the Funds to the Grantee for the Purpose stated herein.
JUSTIFICATION:
Pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA") 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").
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Section 163.340(9), Florida Statutes (the "Act"), community redevelopment means "undertakings,
activities, or projects of a ... community redevelopment agency in a community redevelopment area for
the elimination and prevention of the development or spread of slums and blight...."
Section 2, Goal 6, of the Plan, focuses on "improv[ing] the quality of life for residents," as a stated
redevelopment goal.
Lastly, Section 2, Principle 6, of the Plan, discusses "address[ing] and improv[ing] the neighborhood
economy and expand[ing] the economic opportunities of present and future residents," as a stated
redevelopment principle.
FUNDING:
$3,500,000.00 allocated from SEOPW "Other Grants and Aids" Account No.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
FACT SHEET:
Entity name: Sixth Street Miami Partners LLC, a Foreign Limited Liability Company
Address: Folio no: 01-0105-090-2160, generally located at 159 Northeast 6`'' Street, Miami, Florida
33132.
Funding request: $3,500,000.00
Scope of work or services (Summary): To support the buildout and development of a Conference and
Exhibition Center, referred to as the "Freedom Center" at Gale Miami Hotel.
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AGENDA ITEM
FINANCIAL INFORMATION FORM
SEOPW CRA
CRA Board Meeting Date: April 9, 2026
CRA Section:
Brief description of CRA Agenda Item:
AWARDING A GRANT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED ($3,500,000.00)
("FUNDS"), TO SIXTH STREET MIAMI PARTNERS LLC, A FOREIGN LIMITED
LIABILITY COMPANY AUTHORIZED TO CONDUCT BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF
FLORIDA ("GRANTEE"), WITH A PRINCIPAL ADDRESS AT 2200 BISCAYNE
BOULEVARD, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137, TO UNDERWRITE COSTS ASSOCIATED
WITH THE CONSTRUCTION BUILD -OUT AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE "FREEDOM
CENTER" AT GALE MIAMI HOTEL (FOLIO NO: 01-0105-090-2160), GENERALLY
LOCATED AT 159 NORTHEAST 6TH STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33132
Project Number
YES, there
Account Code:
(if applicable):
are sufficient funds in Line Item:
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 Amount: $ 3, 50 0, 0 0 0.0 0
NO (Complete the following source of funds information):
Amount budgeted in the line item: $
Balance in the line item: $
Amount needed in the line item: $
Sufficient funds will be transferred from the following line items:
ACTION
ACCOUNT NUMBER
TOTAL
Project No./Index/Minot Object
From
$
To
$
From
$
To
$
Comments:
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Approved by:
Approval:
Executive Director 4/2/2026
Miguel A Valcntirr, Finance Officer 4/2/2026
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Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
File Type: CRA Resolution
Enactment Number:
File Number: 19143 Final Action Date:
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, AND WAIVING SAID PROCEDURES, AWARDING A GRANT, IN
AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THREE MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND
DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS ($3,500,000.00) ("FUNDS"), TO SIXTH STREET MIAMI
PARTNERS LLC, A FOREIGN LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY AUTHORIZED TO
CONDUCT BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA ("GRANTEE"), WITH A
PRINCIPAL ADDRESS AT 2200 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137,
TO UNDERWRITE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONSTRUCTION BUILD -OUT
AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE "FREEDOM CENTER" AT GALE MIAMI HOTEL
(FOLIO NO: 01-0105-090-2160), GENERALLY LOCATED AT 159 NORTHEAST 6TH
STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33132 ("PROPERTY") ("PURPOSE"); AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE 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.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000 "OTHER GRANTS AND AIDS"; FURTHER
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY
AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO COUNSEL,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, A RESTRICTIVE COVENANT TO BE
RECORDED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR
SAID PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF RECITALS AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW
CRA") is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its Redevelopment
Area in accordance with the 2018 Updated Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment
Plan ("Plan"); and
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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 6, of the Plan, focuses on "improv[ing] the quality of life for
residents," as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6, of the Plan, discusses "address[ing] and improv[ing] the
neighborhood economy and expand[ing] the economic opportunities of present and future residents," as a
stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, Sixth Street Miami Partners LLC, a Foreign Limited Liability Company authorized
to conduct business in the State of Florida ("Grantee"), has submitted a proposal for the buildout and
development of a Conference and Exhibition Center, referred to as the "Freedom Center" at Gale Miami
Hotel (Folio no: 01-0105-090-2160), generally located at 159 Northeast 6' Street, Miami, Florida 33132
("Property"); and
WHEREAS, Grantee is requesting financial assistance, in an amount not to exceed Three Million
Five Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($3,500,000.00), from the SEOPW CRA to underwrite a
portion of the cost for the buildout of the space ("Purpose"); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to award grant funds, in an amount not to
exceed Three Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($3,500,000.00) ("Funds"), to the
Grantee for said Purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that adopting this Resolution would further the
redevelopment goals and objectives of the SEOPW CRA; 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 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, 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, with Grantee for said Purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are
adopted by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. Pursuant to Section(s) 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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Section 3. The Executive Director is hereby authorized' to disburse the Funds, at his
discretion, on a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory
documentation from Other Grants and Aids - Account No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000, subject to
funding availability, for the Purpose stated herein.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized' to negotiate and execute an agreement,
including any and all necessary documents, 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:
ounsel 4/2/2026
' 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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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 9, 2026
THE SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
4/5ths RECOMMENDATION INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King and Date: April 9, 2026 File:
Members of the SEOPW CRA Board
Subject: Recommendations and findings to waive
competitive sealed bidding and negotiation
methods, pursuant to Sec. 18-85 and 18-86, for
Sixth Street Miami Partners LLC.
From: James D. McQueen Enclosures: Exhibit "A"
Executive Director
BACKGROUND:
The Board of Commissioners ("Board") ofthe Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
("SEOPW CRA") is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its
Redevelopment Area in accordance with the 2018 Updated SEOPW CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan").
Sixth Street Miami Partners LLC, a Foreign Limited Liability Company authorized to conduct business in the State
of Florida ("Grantee"), has submitted a proposal for the buildout and development of a Conference and Exhibition
Center referred to as the "Freedom Center at Gale Miami Hotel" (the "Project"), to be located at 159 Northeast 6th
Street, Miami, Florida 33132 ("Property").
In furtherance of its efforts, Grantee has submitted a request to the SEOPW CRA for financial assistance, in an amount
not to exceed Three Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($3,500,000.00) ("Funds"), from the
SEOPW CRA to underwrite a portion of the cost for the buildout of the space. It is recommended that the SEOPW
CRA Board authorize the issuance of the Funds to Grantee for the Purpose stated herein. The Executive Director has
reviewed and vetted the request, in accordance with the objectives of the Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
In light of the above -stated, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods
as not being practicable or advantageous to the SEOPW CRA as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended,
specifically Section(s) 18-85 and 18-86, and the affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding the same
to the SEOPW CRA Board by a four -fifths vote is respectfully requested.
APPROVED
James D. McQueen,
Executive Director
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SIXTH STREET
MIAMI PARTNERS LLC
March 24, 2026
Chairwoman Christine King
Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
401 N Miami Ave, 2nd Floor
Miami, FL 33136
Re: Proposal Request for SEOPW CRA Funding for the Freedom Center at Gale Miami Hotel
— Developer Terms and Community Benefits
Dear Chairwoman King:
This proposal is respectfully submitted on behalf of Sixth Street Miami Partners LLC for the
buildout and development of a Conference and Exhibition Center referred to as the " Freedom Center
at Gale Miami Hotel" (the "Project"), to be located at 159 NE 6th Street Miami, FL 33132 ("Property")
within the boundaries of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
("CRA").
The Project is intended to serve as a regional economic anchor —enhancing Miami's capacity
to attract conventions, trade shows, professional conferences, cultural exhibitions, and large-scale
tourism activations. It is projected to generate significant public benefits, including job creation,
increased tax revenue, and meaningful neighborhood revitalization. At this time, we respectfully
request an initial grant award of Three Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($3,500,000.00)
from the CRA to underwrite a portion of the cost for the buildout of the space.
The Freedom Center development plans align with the proposed buildout, site location, and
key community benefits outlined in the attached term sheet. All commitments follow Interlocal
Agreement requirements related to labor participation, wage standards, and workforce reporting.
Planned community benefits include hosting ten community events each year, supporting the annual
Christmas Giving initiative, prioritizing local hiring and vendor participation, partnering with
reentry -focused organizations such as Transition Inc. or Circle of Brotherhood, and expanding
workforce development opportunities for residents of the SEOPW CRA District.
The development team remains committed to upholding both the letter and spirit of the
SEOPW CRA's mission —including the promotion of job creation, economic mobility, and the activation
of community -serving spaces. We appreciate the CRA's continued collaboration and look forward to
advancing this transformative opportunity. We stand ready to provide any additional information that
may assist in your review.
Thank you for your partnership and thoughtful consideration.
Respectfully submitted,
Jefferson Brackin
Manager / Authorized Representative
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SIXTH STREET
MIAMI PARTNERS LLC
March 24, 2026
Mr. James McQueen
Executive Director
Southeast Overtown Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
819 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
Re: Proposal Request for SEOPW CRA Funding for the Freedom Center at Gale Miami Hotel
— Developer Terms and Community Benefits
Dear Mr. James McQueen:
This proposal is respectfully submitted on behalf of Sixth Street Miami Partners LLC for the
buildout and development of a Conference and Exhibition Center referred to as the " Freedom Center
at Gale Miami Hotel" (the "Project"), to be located at 159 NE 6th Street Miami, FL 33132 ("Property")
within the boundaries of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
("CRA").
The Project is intended to serve as a regional economic anchor —enhancing Miami's capacity
to attract conventions, trade shows, professional conferences, cultural exhibitions, and large-scale
tourism activations. It is projected to generate significant public benefits, including job creation,
increased tax revenue, and meaningful neighborhood revitalization. At this time, we respectfully
request an initial grant award of Three Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($3,500,000.00)
from the CRA to underwrite a portion of the cost for the buildout of the space.
The Freedom Center development plans align with the proposed buildout, site location, and
key community benefits outlined in the attached term sheet. All commitments follow Interlocal
Agreement requirements related to labor participation, wage standards, and workforce reporting.
Planned community benefits include hosting ten community events each year, supporting the annual
Christmas Giving initiative, prioritizing local hiring and vendor participation, partnering with
reentry -focused organizations such as Transition Inc. or Circle of Brotherhood, and expanding
workforce development opportunities for residents of the SEOPW CRA District.
The development team remains committed to upholding both the letter and spirit of the
SEOPW CRA's mission —including the promotion of job creation, economic mobility, and the activation
of community -serving spaces. We appreciate the CRA's continued collaboration and look forward to
advancing this transformative opportunity. We stand ready to provide any additional information that
may assist in your review.
Thank you for your partnership and thoughtful consideration.
Respectfully submitted,
Jefferson Brackin
Manager / Authorized Representative
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Economic and Fiscal Benefits
Floor 7 1 42,000 SF 1 Overtown/Park West CRA I March 2026
Prepared for Sixth Street Miami Partners
March 2026
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary 3
1. Introduction and Project Overview 4
2. Market Context: Miami -Dade Tourism Economy 5
3. Strategic Market Timing: Miami Riverbridge Analysis 6
4. Methodology and Data Sources 7
5. EconomiclmpactAnalysis 8
6. Fiscal Impact Analysis
7. Build -Out Cost Projections
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8. Pro Forma Financial Projections 11
9. Sensitivity Analysis 12
10. Community Redevelopment Agency Benefits 13
11. Qualitative Benefits 17
12. Conclusions and Recommendations 18
Appendix A: Data Sources and References 19
Appendix B: TIF Revenue Projections 20
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Executive Summary
The Freedom Center at Gale Miami Hotel represents a strategic opportunity to establish a 42,000 square foot
convention and exhibition facility on the seventh floor of Downtown Miami's newest landmark tower. This
economic impact study quantifies the facility's projected contribution to Miami -Dade County's economy using
industry -standard input-output modeling and locally -calibrated multipliers from Lightcast.
Key Findings
Metric
Value
Project Scope
42,000 SF - Floor 7, Gale Miami Hotel
Direct Visitor Spending (Annual, Stabilized)
$11.8M — $30.7M
Total Economic Output (Annual)
$24.1M — $62.7M
Jobs Supported (Annual)
118 — 308 FTE
Labor Income Generated (Annual)
$6.8M — $17.7M
Annual Incremental Tax Revenue (All Jurisdictions)
$0.85M — $1.8M
Total Build -Out Investment
$7.5M
CRA Grant Contribution (Overtown/Park West)
$3.5M
Developer Contribution (Sixth Street Miami Partners)
$4.0M
Total Project Cost
$7.5M
16-Year Cumulative TIF (Scenario A: Cost Escalation Only)
$1.65M
16-Year Cumulative TIF (Scenario B: Conservative Base)
$1.98M
16-Year Cumulative TIF (Scenario C: Stabilized Performance)
$2.9M
Strategic Market Timing
The Freedom Center enters the market at a uniquely advantageous moment. The Miami Riverbridge development
agreement initiates a multi -year redevelopment of the James L. Knight Convention Center, creating a 5-7 year
period during which Downtown Miami's primary convention facility will be offline. The Freedom Center serves a
critical market stewardship role:
• Market Continuity: Maintains convention and exhibition business in Downtown Miami during the Knight Center
construction period, preventing market atrophy and loss of business to competing destinations.
• Demand Cultivation: Establishes and validates the downtown Worldcenter location for events, building client
relationships and repeat business that will benefit the entire market.
• Focused Positioning: At 42,000 SF on a single floor, the Freedom Center serves the mid -market segment with a
nimble, hotel -integrated operating model ideally suited to trade shows, expos, and civic gatherings.
• Rising Tide Effect: When Miami Riverbridge opens, expected in the early 2030s, it will inherit a stronger, more
established downtown meetings market.
Community Redevelopment Agency Benefits
Located within the Overtown/Park West CRA, the Freedom Center advances agency objectives including job
creation, space activation, and tax base expansion. Under the conservative base case (Scenario B), the project
generates $1.98 million in cumulative TIF revenue over 16 years; under stabilized performance assumptions
(Scenario C), TIF increases to $2.89 million. With 189 FTE jobs supported annually in the regional economy,
concentrated first within the Overtown/Park West CRA boundary and radiating outward through Downtown
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Miami, and total annual incremental tax impact of $1.1 million across all jurisdictions, a CRA grant contribution of
$3 million is well -supported by the evidence.
The project's capital structure is straightforward: $3.5 million from the Overtown/Park West CRA and $4.0
million from Sixth Street Miami Partners fund the complete $7.5 million build -out. The developer is additionally
funding infrastructure improvements on adjacent floors, bringing total private commitment to approximately
$5.0 to $5.7 million.
1. Introduction and Project Overview
1.1 Project Description
The Freedom Center at Gale Miami Hotel & Residences is a 42,000 square foot convention and exhibition
venue occupying the seventh floor of a 51-story landmark tower in the heart of Downtown Miami, adjacent to
Miami Worldcenter and centrally located near all major transit stations. The facility is purpose-built to serve trade
shows, expos, large civic gatherings, and mid -sized corporate and association events, with state-of-the-art
audio, visual, climate control, and logistics infrastructure. The project is owned and developed by Sixth Street
Miami Partners, doing business as the Freedom Center.
Freedom Center Specifications
Detail
Total Exhibition Space
42,000 SF (Floor 7)
Floor Configuration
Single floor, 42,000 SF
Ceiling Height
14-foot exposed ceilings
Floor Finish
Polished concrete floors
Views / Outdoor Space
Sweeping balconies, panoramic skyline/bay views
Maximum Capacity
Up to 1,000 standing (single floor)
Building Infrastructure
Advanced smart -building, dedicated office lobby
Access / Security
Three exclusive elevators, 24-hour secured access
1.2 Gale Miami Hotel & Residences Context
The Freedom Center is integrated within Gale Miami Hotel & Residences, a 51-story landmark tower blending
luxury hospitality with modern residential living. The property features 688 residences (337 in the hotel program),
multiple dining venues, rooftop amenities, and 24-hour valet parking. The hotel's on -site conference facilities (a
separate 20,000 SF Gale Conference Center with up to 13 partitionable rooms) complement the Freedom
Center's seventh -floor exhibition space, enabling the combined property to serve events from boardroom
meetings to large-scale convention gatherings.
2. Market Context: Miami -Dade Tourism Economy
2.1 Tourism Industry Overview
Miami -Dade County's tourism industry achieved record performance in 2024, establishing the economic
foundation that supports convention and exhibition activity. According to the Greater Miami Convention &
Visitors Bureau's 2024 Visitor Industry Overview, the destination welcomed 28.2 million visitors who generated
$22.0 billion in direct spending, a 4% increase over 2023 and 23% above pre -pandemic 2019 levels.
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Metric
2024 2023
YoY
Total Visitors
28.2 million
27.2 million
+4%
Overnight Visitors
20.1 million
19.3 million
+4%
Total Visitor Spending
$22.0 billion
$21.1 billion
+4%
Total Economic Impact $31.1 billion
$29.6 billion +5%
Jobs Supported
209,000+
+10%
Total Tax Revenue $5.2 billion
Source: GMCVB Visitor Industry Overview 2024
2.2 Visitor Spending Patterns
Convention and exhibition attendees demonstrate spending patterns aligned with international overnight visitors.
This analysis uses the international visitor benchmark ($473 per visit) as the basis for daily attendee spending,
reflecting business travel characteristics: hotel stays rather than staying with friends/family, business expense
accounts, and destination -focused itineraries.
Category
Domestic Int'I FL Resident Average
Lodging
$423
$473
$181
$359
Food & Beverage
$199
$214
$72
$163
Transportation
$89
$162
$66
$99
Entertainment $56
$64
$46
$55
Shopping
$85 $167 $90 $105
Total Per Visit $852
Source: GMCVB Visitor Industry Overview 2024
$1,080
$455 $780
2.3 Hotel Market Performance
The Downtown Miami/Brickell hotel submarket achieved 73.7% occupancy with an Average Daily Rate of
$241.59 through October 2025 YTD. Miami -Dade County ranks #4 nationally in both ADR ($222.04) and RevPAR
($163.79) among the Top 25 U.S. hotel markets, providing a strong lodging infrastructure to support Freedom
Center event attendees.
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3. Strategic Market Timing: Miami Riverbridge Analysis
3.1 Miami Riverbridge Development Overview
On June 12, 2023, the Miami City Commission approved Resolution 13923, authorizing a 99-year ground lease
for the comprehensive redevelopment of the James L. Knight Convention Center into the $1.7 billion Miami
Riverbridge project. This creates a 5-7+ year gap in Downtown Miami's convention capacity, a window the
Freedom Center is uniquely positioned to fill.
Milestone
Base Deadline
Extension Available
Commencement Conditions
30 months from Effective
Date
Up to 18 months
Demolition Completion
12 months after start
Up to 12 months
Substantial Completion
4 years after construction
Up to 24 months
Event planners book 18-36 months in advance. Clients displaced by the Knight Center closure are making venue
decisions now for their 2027 and 2028 events. Without viable downtown convention space, those decisions will
default to Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Miami Beach; and once established elsewhere, event organizers have
little incentive to return.
4. Methodology and Data Sources
4.1 Input -Output Modeling Framework
This analysis employs regional input-output modeling using Miami -Dade Lightcast 2024 multipliers, separating
effects into Direct Effects (initial attendee spending), Indirect Effects (business -to -business supplier spending), and
Induced Effects (consumer spending by workers whose incomes derive from direct and indirect activity).
Industry (NAICS)
Type II
Direct
Indirect
Induced
Hotels & Motels (721110)
1.316
2.002
1.000
0.316
0.686
Full -Service Restaurants (722511) 1.397 2.021
1.000
0.397
0.624
Event Venues (711310)
1.590
2.239 1.000
0.590 0.649
Weighted Average
1.367
2.040
Source: Lightcast 2024 Regional Multipliers, Miami -Dade County, FL
4.2 Key Assumptions
1.000 0.367
0.673
Parameter
Assumption
Facility Scope
42,000 SF (Floor 7)
Average Daily Attendee Spending
$473 (GMCVB Int'I Visitor benchmark)
Average Length of Stay
2.5 nights (industry standard)
Average Event Attendance
500 attendees per event
Total Output Multiplier
2.04 (Lightcast weighted)
Hotel ADR (Downtown Miami)
$241.59 (GMCVB/STR, Oct 2025 YTD)
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5. Economic Impact Analysis
5.1 Operating Scenarios
The Moderate scenario of 60 event days represents the most likely stabilized performance for a 42,000 SF single -
floor facility, translating to approximately 24 events annually with an average duration of 2.5 days. This utilization
rate is appropriately conservative for a facility in its early operational years in a competitive urban market and
allows meaningful upside as the Freedom Center establishes itself as Downtown Miami's premier mid -market
event venue.
Scenario
Event Days
Events/Year Total Attendance
Utilization
Conservative
40
20
25,000
11%
Moderate
60
24
40,000
16%
Strong
80
32
55,000
22%
Optimistic
95
38 65,000 26%
5.2 Direct Visitor Spending
At the Moderate scenario, 40,000 annual attendees will inject $18.9 million in new spending into the Miami -Dade
economy. The concentration of spending on lodging (46%) and food and beverage (21%) directly benefits
Downtown Miami's hospitality sector, with the Gale Miami Hotel well -positioned to capture a significant share of
on -site lodging and dining revenue.
Category
Conservative
Moderate
Strong Optimistic
Lodging (46%)
$5.4M
$8.7M
$12.0M
$14.1M
Food & Beverage (21%) $2.5M
$4.0M
$5.5M
$6.5M
Transportation (13%)
$1.5M
$2.5M
$3.4M
$4.0M
Shopping (13%)
$1.5M $2.5M
$3.4M $4.0M
Entertainment (7%)
$0.8M $1.3M
$1.8M $2.1M
Total Direct Spending
$11.8M $18.9M
$26.0M
$30.7M
5.3 Total Economic Output
The Lightcast weighted 2.04 total output multiplier means every dollar of direct visitor spending generates an
additional $1.04 in economic activity circulating through the local economy. At the Moderate scenario, $18.9
million in direct spending grows to $38.6 million in total economic output.
Effect Type
Conservative
Moderate
Strong Optimistic
Direct Effects
$11.8M
$18.9M
$26.0M
$30.7M
Indirect Effects
$4.3M
$6.9M
$9.5M
$11.3M
Induced Effects
$7.8M
$12.7M
$17.5M
$20.7M
Total Economic Output $24.1M
$38.6M
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5.4 Employment Impact
Employment Category
Conservative
Moderate
Strong Optimistic
Direct Jobs
65
87
119
141
Indirect Jobs
18
24
33
39
Induced Jobs
35
78
108
128
Total Jobs Supported 118
5.5 Labor Income
189
260
308
Income Category
Conservative
Moderate
Strong Optimistic
Direct Labor Income
$3.8M
$5.1 M
$7.0M
$8.3M
Indirect Labor Income
$1.4M
$1.8M
$2.6M
$3.1M
Induced Labor Income $1.6M
$4.0M
$5.4M
$6.3M
Total Labor Income
6. Fiscal Impact Analysis
6.1 Tax Structure Overview
$6.8M $10.9M
$15.0M $17.7M
Tax
Rate
Base Collector
Convention Development Tax
3% Hotel room rentals
Miami -Dade County
Tourist Development Tax
2% Hotel room rentals
Miami -Dade County
Professional Sports Tax
1%
Hotel room rentals Miami -Dade County
Florida State Sales Tax
6% All taxable
goods/services
State of Florida
Miami -Dade Surtax 1% All taxable Miami -Dade County
goods/services
6.2 Projected Incremental Tax Revenue
Tax revenue projections reflect only the incremental contribution from out-of-town visitors whose hotel stays and
spending represent new activity to Miami -Dade County. The Gale Hotel's existing room inventory is already
operating and generating bed tax revenue; this analysis captures only the Freedom Center -attributable increment.
Using a conservative assumption that 60% of Freedom Center attendees are out-of-town visitors (24,000 at the
Moderate scenario), incremental direct spending is $11.35 million at the Moderate scenario. Bed taxes (CDT,
TDT, Professional Sports) are applied to the lodging share of incremental spending only; state and county sales
taxes are applied to total incremental spending.
Tax Category
Conservative
Moderate
Strong Optimistic
Convention Dev. Tax (3%)
$94K
$157K
$204K
$242K
Tourist Dev. Tax (2%)
$63K
$104K
$136K
$161K
State Sales Tax (6%)
$567K
$681K
$938K
$1,108K
County Surtax (1%)
$94K $114K $156K $185K
Total Incremental Tax Revenue $0.85M $1.1M
$1.53M $1.8M
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Note: Total attendee economic activity ($18.9M direct spending, Moderate scenario) is reported in Section 5 as a measure of
total economic impact. The incremental tax figures above are the more conservative and technically correct basis for fiscal
contribution analysis, given the Gale Hotel's existing operations. Over a 10-year stabilized operating period, cumulative
incremental tax generation under the Moderate scenario reaches $11.1 million.
7. Build -Out Cost Projections
The $7.5 million build -out cost represents the full investment required to convert 42,000 SF of Floor 7 into a
Class A convention and exhibition facility, at a rate of $179 per square foot. The $3.5 million CRA grant and $4
million developer contribution together fund the complete build -out with no additional private capital required.
In addition, Sixth Street Miami Partners is independently funding HVAC distribution, electrical upgrades,
additional bathrooms, and a connecting staircase on adjacent floors —estimated at $500,000 to $1.2 million —
bringing total developer investment to approximately $5.0 to $5.7 million.
Component
Floor 7 Core Construction & Fit -Out
MEP & Infrastructure
FF&E and Technology
Soft Costs & Contingency
Amount
$5,040,000
$1,100,000
$900,000
$460,000
Notes
'$120/SF x 42,000 SF
Electrical, HVAC, plumbing distribution
AV, lighting, furniture, event
infrastructure
Design, permitting, contingency
Total Build -Out Investment
$7,500,000 $179/SF blended rate
Estimates based on South Florida convention center construction costs, Q12026. Floor 7 only. Construction cost estimates are
being finalized and will be provided prior to board presentation.
The build -out investment generates a one-time construction -period economic stimulus. The estimated $35-37
million in total construction -period output can support 73-80 temporary construction job -years, injecting $9.4-
10.3 million in labor income into the local economy prior to opening.
8. Pro Forma Financial Projections
8.1 Revenue Projections
Projected annual revenue of $1.71—$4.65 million positions the Freedom Center competitively within the mid -
market convention facility segment. The 42,000 SF single -floor configuration supports efficient operations scaled
to the facility's footprint, while maintaining capacity to serve events from corporate meetings to large-scale trade
shows.
Revenue Category
Facility Rental
Food & Beverage (net)
AV & Technology Services
Other Revenue
Conservative (40 days)
$855,000
$428,000
$257,000
$171,000
Moderate (60 days)
$1,400,000
$700,000
$420,000
$280,000
% Mix
50%
25%
15%
10%
Total Revenue
$1,711,000 $2,800,000
100%
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Revenue projections based on industry benchmarks for Class A exhibition facilities in hotel -integrated environments, scaled to
42,000 SF.
8.2 Operating Expenses and NOI
A 63% operating expense ratio reflects the labor-intensive nature of convention facility management. The 37%
NOI margin ($0.63M—$1.72M annually, across scenarios) demonstrates operational viability and confirms that
CRA participation addresses a one-time capital gap, not an ongoing operating subsidy.
Category
Labor & Benefits
Utilities & Maintenance
Sales & Marketing
Insurance & Admin
F&B Cost of Goods
Other Operating
Conservative
$513,000
$137,000
$103,000
$86,000
$171,000
$69,000
Moderate
% Rev
$840,000
$224,000
$168,000
$140,000
$280,000
$112,000
30%
8%
6%
5%
10%
4%
Total Operating Expenses
Net Operating Income
$1,079,000
$632,000
$1,764,000
$1,036,000
63%
37%
9. Sensitivity Analysis
9.1 Comprehensive Scenario Comparison
Metric
Annual Event Days
Total Attendance
Direct Spending
Total Economic Output
Jobs Supported
Incremental Tax Revenue (60%
out-of-town)
Conservative Moderate Strong
40
25,000
$11.8M
$24.1M
118
$0.85M
60
40,000
$18.9M
$38.6M
189
$1.1M
80
55,000
$26.0M
$53.1M
260
$1.53M
Optimistic
95
65,000
$30.7M
$62.7M
308
$1.8M
Net Operating Income
$0.63M $1.04M
$1.45M $1.72M
9.2 Key Variable Sensitivity
• Each additional 20 event days generates approximately $3.15M in additional direct spending and $6.4M in
additional total economic output.
• A 10% increase in average event attendance increases all economic metrics proportionally.
• The analysis uses international visitor spending ($473/day). A domestic -only mix would reduce per -person
spending to approximately $341/day, reducing Moderate scenario direct spending to —$13.6M.
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10. Community Redevelopment Agency Benefits
The CRA's primary public benefit mandate is job creation accessible to Overtown/Park West residents. The
Freedom Center delivers on that mandate at a scale and depth that few single projects can match. The 189 FTE
supported annually under the Moderate scenario represents direct, indirect, and induced employment- but the
character of those jobs, who holds them, and how they connect to the surrounding community requires more
than a headline number.
10.1 Occupational Composition of Direct Employment
Of the approximately 87 direct FTE at the Freedom Center, Food and Beverage operations represent the largest
category at roughly 20 to 25 positions, including the Executive Catering Chef, sous chefs, line cooks, banquet
servers, and bartenders. Event Operations accounts for approximately 12 positions across event directors,
coordinators, and setup crews. Security and Guest Services adds 14 FTE including licensed security officers and
front -of -house staff. Facilities and Maintenance accounts for 10 FTE. AV and Technology contributes 6 skilled -trade
positions. Management and Administration rounds out the remaining 8 to 9 permanent leadership and finance
roles.
This distribution matters for the CRA because the largest single occupation at the facility- banquet server,
approximately 12 to 16 FTE equivalent - is both the most accessible entry point for Overtown/Park West residents
and one of the better -compensated hourly hospitality positions available in Miami -Dade. Unlike restaurant tipped
workers, convention banquet servers operate under mandatory service charge structures (typically 22 to 24
percent added to food and beverage billings), which distributes guaranteed income rather than discretionary
gratuities. A full-time equivalent banquet server working a stabilized 24-event calendar earns meaningfully more
per hour than their counterpart in a restaurant setting - a distinction that is economically significant for households
in a neighborhood where median income runs approximately $28,000 to $35,000.
10.2 Career Pathway Structure
The Freedom Center creates a four -tier employment ladder, each rung accessible from the one below through
performance and incremental training rather than credential barriers:
Entry -tier positions ($26,000—$38,000) include custodial and housekeeping staff, banquet servers, line cooks,
food prep workers, security officers, valet attendants, and guest services. The primary hiring barriers for these
roles are reliability and basic certifications - ServSafe food handler certification costs approximately $15 to $25 and
can be obtained online; the Florida Class D security license requires 40 hours of training and approximately $150
in fees. These 28 to 34 positions are the facility's deepest connection to the Overtown/Park West labor pool and
are accessible to individuals with limited formal education, including returning citizens.
Skilled and experienced positions ($38,000—$58,000) include AV technicians, maintenance technicians, sous
chefs, banquet captains, event coordinators, sales coordinators, security supervisors, and administrative staff.
These positions typically require one to three years of experience in an adjacent role, plus specific certifications:
Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) through AVIXA for AV roles; EPA 608 certification for maintenance workers
doing HVAC work; Food Handler Manager designation for kitchen supervisors. Critically, most of these positions
can be filled by promoting Tier 1 workers who demonstrate performance over 12 to 24 months. A community
hiring agreement that includes an explicit internal -promotion preference before external recruitment for this tier
would meaningfully expand the career ceiling for CRA-area residents who enter at the bottom of the ladder.
Professional and management positions ($52,000—$92,000) include the F&B Director, AV Director/Technical
Director, event managers, senior sales managers, facilities manager, controller, and assistant general manager -
approximately 12 positions in total. This tier requires hospitality management experience or a relevant degree,
with FIU's Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (nationally ranked top 10) and Miami Dade
College as the primary local pipelines.
Senior leadership ($72,000—$105,000) covers the General Manager, Director of Sales, and Executive Catering
Chef- three to four positions recruited from Miami-Dade's broader convention and hospitality market.
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10.3 Industry Validation of Staffing Projection
The 87 FTE direct employment figure is independently validated by standard convention industry benchmarks.
The IAEE and PCMA convention management benchmarks indicate one direct FTE per $43,000 to $48,000 in
annual facility revenue. Applied to the Freedom Center's Moderate scenario revenue of $2.80 million, this
implies approximately 58-65 core direct FTE - consistent with the model's 87 direct FTE when event -day
equivalent staffing is included. This revenue -per -employee benchmark provides independent confirmation that
the staffing projection is internally consistent with industry operating norms, not an inflated number constructed
to support the investment case.
At 2.07 direct FTE per 1,000 square feet, the Freedom Center falls at the higher end of the documented range for
mid -size convention and conference facilities (1.0 to 2.2 FTE per 1,000 SF), reflecting the hotel -integrated model
where food, beverage, and event services are more intensive per square foot than standalone convention halls.
10.4 Event -Day Labor Activation
The 189 FTE annual figure represents stabilized employment equivalent - the workforce required to operate the
facility across a full calendar year. On any individual event day, the labor activation is substantially larger. A single
major event serving 500 to 1,000 attendees will activate 30 to 50 Freedom Center staff, 10 to 20 third -party
vendor personnel (AV, decor, entertainment), and 15 to 30 exhibitor or sponsor staff from the booking
organizations.
Across the Moderate scenario's 60 event days per year, this represents approximately 1,800 to 3,000 individual
worker -event engagements annually— positions concentrated in server, setup, AV support, security, and
registration roles directly accessible to Overtown/Park West residents. This figure is additive to the 189 FTE count
and represents a labor market activation benefit not captured in the primary impact model.
10.5 Geographic Distribution
The geographic distribution of jobs across the four tiers reflects realistic hiring patterns for a convention facility at
this location. Overtown/Park West CRA residents, with proximity to the Worldcenter site and concentration in the
entry-level and service workforce, stand to capture 35 to 42 percent of direct FTE positions without a formal hiring
agreement, and 40 to 55 percent with one - translating to approximately 35 to 48 direct jobs for CRA-area
residents. The facility also activates the supplier ecosystem in Miami-Dade's event services economy: AV and
equipment rental companies concentrated in the Wynwood and Design District corridors, food and beverage
distributors operating out of Doral and Airport West, and professional services firms throughout Downtown,
collectively accounting for the 24 indirect FTE in the model.
Geographic Zone
Zone Definition
Est. Jobs
(Moderate)
Cumulative
Tier 1: Overtown/Park West CRA
Tier 2: Inner Downtown Core
Tier 3: Greater Downtown
Miami
Tier 4: Miami -Dade County
(Broader)
CRA boundary (-0-0.5 mi)
Downtown/Brickell/Wynwood
(0.5-1.0 mi)
Little
Havana/Edgewater/upper
Brickell (1-2 mi)
Indirect/induced effects
county -wide (2+ mi)
-35-48 FTE
-50-65 FTE
-35-48 FTE
-85-113 FTE
- 35-45 FTE-120-158 FTE
-31-69 FTE 189 FTE (Total)
* Approximately40-55% of
direct jobs align with workforce
skills prevalent in
Overtown/Park West. Local
hiring commitments should
target Tier 1 and Tier 2 residents.
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10.6 Capital Structure and Financing
Source
Type Amount
% of Total
Overtown/Park West CRA
Grant / Contribution
$4,000,000
53%
Sixth Street Miami Partners
Total Build -Out
Private Equity Contribution
$ 3, 500,000
$7,500,000
47%
100%
Capital structure note: The $3.5 million CRA grant and $4 million developer contribution (Sixth Street Miami
Partners) together fund the complete $7.5 million build -out of Floor 7. The developer's additional infrastructure
investments on adjacent floors bring total private commitment to approximately $5.0 to $5.7 million; equaling or
exceeding the CRA grant amount.
10.7 Community Hiring Cascade
The Freedom Center's position within the Overtown/Park West CRA creates both the obligation and the
opportunity to implement a structured community hiring preference. As a condition of the $3 million CRA grant,
the developer and operator commit to a best-efforts hiring cascade that prioritizes local residents in the following
order:
Priority 1 - Overtown/Park West CRA Residents. The first and primary hiring preference applies to residents living
within the Overtown/Park West CRA boundary, generally bounded by 1-395 to the north, the Miami River to the
south, 1-95 to the west, and Biscayne Boulevard to the east. This population has the most direct claim on the
public investment and the most to gain from employment access at a facility of this scale and permanence.
Priority 2 - City of Miami Residents in Adjacent ZIP Codes. Where CRA-boundary residents cannot be identified
or qualified for a given position, hiring preference extends to City of Miami residents in the immediately adjacent
ZIP codes - principally 33127 (Wynwood/Edgewater), 33130 (Little Havana/Riverside), 33132
(Downtown/Biscayne), and 33136 (Health District/Allapattah).
Priority 3 - City of Miami Residents Countywide. The third tier extends the preference to all remaining City of
Miami residents before the search broadens to the wider county labor market.
Priority 4 - Miami -Dade County Residents. Only after exhausting best-efforts outreach through the first three tiers
does hiring proceed on an unrestricted county -wide basis.
This cascade applies to all direct employment positions and, where contractually enforceable, to the hiring
practices of primary contractors and vendors providing services at the facility.
Implementation Mechanisms. Best-efforts compliance is most effective when tied to specific process
requirements rather than numeric targets, which are difficult to enforce and create legal exposure. Recommended
mechanisms include: posting all open positions with the Miami -Dade CareerSource network and SEOPW CRA job
board for a minimum of 10 business days before external advertising; participating in at Ieast two CRA-area job
fairs per year; partnering with Miami -Dade College, FIU, and Miami Dade County Public Schools' career and
technical education programs for entry-level pipeline development; and submitting an annual workforce report to
the CRA documenting the residential distribution of hires by tier.
Promotion Preference. The hiring cascade should also extend to internal promotion decisions. Before recruiting
externally for Tier 2 skilled and experienced positions, the operator should demonstrate best-efforts consideration
of current employees who entered at Tier 1 - converting what would otherwise be a static entry-level workforce
into a genuine career mobility pathway for Overtown/Park West residents.
10.8 TIF Revenue Projections
The build -out generates new taxable value flowing to the CRA through the TIF mechanism. The combined City of
Miami (7.1364 mills) and Miami -Dade County (4.574 mills) millage captured at 95% yields an effective rate of
11.1295 mills on incremental taxable value.
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Scenario A: Cost Escalation Only. The cost -based taxable value grows at 5.5% annually throughout the full 16-year
period, reflecting propertyvalue appreciation without any assumption about income -based revaluation. This is the
most conservative possible floor. The project generates $1.65 million in cumulative TIF revenue over 16 years.
Scenario B: Conservative Base Case. Years 1 and 2 use cost -based valuation derived from the build -out
investment. Beginning Year 3, the model transitions to income approach valuation using Moderate NOI ($1.04M)
at a 7% capitalization rate. The project generates $1.98 million in cumulative TIF revenue over 16 years.
Scenario C: Stabilized Performance Case. Conservative performance in Years 1 and 2, Moderate in Years 3
through 5, and Strong performance from Year 6 forward with cap rate compression from 7% to 6%. The project
generates $2.89 million in cumulative TIF revenue over 16 years.
10.9 Return on CRA Investment
Return Metric
Value
Annual Direct Spending Generated (Moderate)
Annual Incremental Tax Revenue (Out -of -Town Visitors)
Annual Jobs Supported (Moderate)
Annual Labor Income (Moderate)
10-Year Cumulative Economic Output
16-Year Cumulative TIF (Scenario A: Cost Escalation Only)
16-Year Cumulative TIF (Scenario B: Conservative Base)
16-Year Cumulative TIF (Scenario C: Stabilized Performance)
$18.9M
$1.1M
189 FTE
$10.9M
$386M
$1.65M
$1.98M
$2.89M
Total Build -Out Investment
$7.5M
CRA Grant as % of 10-Year Economic Output
Cost per Permanent Job (189 FTE)
1.0%
$15,873 per job
The $3 million CRA grant translates to $15,873 perjob created — below the approximately $24,000 combined
public investment perjob authorized under Florida's Qualified Target Industry (MI) program and consistent
with comparable economic development incentive programs statewide. Cost -per -job is one measure of
investment efficiency. The full case rests on the combination of TIF recovery ($1.6M to $2.9M over 16 years
depending on scenario), $1.1 million in annual incremental tax revenue, $38.6 million in total annual economic
output, 189 permanent jobs concentrated in and around the CRA, and the market continuity value of preserving
Downtown Miami's convention industry during the Knight Center transition period.
10.10 Capital Gap, Not Operating Subsidy
The Freedom Center will operate profitably once constructed. CRA participation addresses a capital gap for
accelerated build -out, not an ongoing operating deficit. CRA investment is a one-time grant that unlocks a self-
sustaining operation generating returns for decades.
10.11 Market Timing and Accelerated Build -Out
The Knight Center closure creates a narrow window during which Downtown Miami risks losing convention
market share. CRA capital participation enables accelerated construction timelines that conventional private
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financing cannot match. The difference between a 2027 opening and a 2028 opening may determine whether
Downtown Miami maintains market continuity or cedes ground to Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Miami Beach.
10.12 Justification for $3 Million CRA Grant Contribution
Proportional to Economic Return: $386M in cumulative 10-year economic output. A $3.5M CRA grant represents
1.0%of that return.
Proportional to TIF Return: Under the Conservative Base Case (Scenario B), TIF reaches $1.98M over 16 years. Under
the Stabilized Performance Case (Scenario C), TIF reaches $2.9M. The primary investment case rests on $1.1M in
annual incremental tax revenue across all jurisdictions, totaling $11.1 M over 10 years.
Proportional to Job Creation: $15,873 per job created —below the QTI benchmark of —$24,000 combined public
investment per job.
Market Risk Mitigation: CRA investment directly mitigates the quantifiable risk of Downtown Miami losing
convention market share during the Knight Center transition. Each year of delay allows competing destinations to
capture client relationships that may not return.
Operational Viability: Positive NOI at stabilized occupancy confirms CRA participation is a one-time grant to
complete the build -out, not a recurring subsidy.
A $3.5 million CRA grant unlocks $38.6 million in annual economic output, 189 permanent jobs
concentrated in and around the Overtown/Park West CRA, $1.65 to $2.89 million in direct TIF over 16 years
depending on operational performance, $1.1 million in annual incremental tax revenue, and the preservation
of Downtown Miami's convention market during its most vulnerable transition period.
11. Qualitative Benefits
11.1 Market Stewardship and Continuity
Without mid -sized convention capacity in Downtown Miami during the Knight Center redevelopment, the
destination risks client relationship atrophy, market perception damage, and competitive displacement. The
Freedom Center directly addresses this risk.
11.2 Destination Enhancement
Live -Work -Play Integration: Seamless access to accommodations, dining, and events within a single 51-story mixed -
use tower.
• Connectivity Hub: Proximity to Brightline, Metromover, Miami Worldcenter, and PortMiami.
• Complementary to Miami Riverbridge: Events that start at the Freedom Center may grow over time into larger
conventions served by the future Miami Riverbridge facility.
11.3 Community and Cultural Benefits
• Art and Cultural Fairs: Gallery -style configurations support art fairs, cultural exhibitions, and community celebrations.
• Educational Programming: Academic summits and professional development conferences support lifelong learning
and workforce development.
• Civic Engagement: Space for community forums and public engagement events.
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12. Conclusions and Recommendations
12.1 Summary of Findings
The Freedom Center at Gale Miami Hotel (Floor 7, 42,000 SF) will generate substantial economic benefits at
stabilized operations under the Moderate scenario: $18.9 million in annual direct visitor spending; $38.6 million
in total annual economic output; 189 FTE jobs supported annually; $10.9 million in annual labor income; $1.1
million in annual incremental tax revenue; and $1.6 to $2.9 million in cumulative TIF over 16 years depending
on operational performance. The complete $7.5 million build -out is funded by a one-time $3.5 million CRA
grant and $4 million from Sixth Street Miami Partners, with no additional private capital required.
12.2 Recommendations
• Approve the $3.5 million CRA grant contribution to fund the build -out of Floor 7.
• Negotiate community hiring commitments targeting Tier 1 (Overtown/Park West CRA) and Tier 2 (Inner Downtown
Core) residents for direct employment.
Target stabilized operations at the Moderate scenario (60 event days) as the planning baseline, with infrastructure
supporting the Strong scenario.
Coordinate with the GMCVB for destination marketing support and client referrals from displaced Knight Center
business.
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Appendix A: Data Sources and References
1. Sixth Street Miami Partners / Freedom Center. Project Description and Facility Specifications. Floor plans,
capacity data, and build -out scope provided by developer.
2. GMCVB. Visitor Industry Overview 2024. Prepared with data from Integrated Insight Inc., STR, and IMPLAN.
3. GMCVB. Miami -Dade Occupancy by Region, October 2025. Data from STR.
4. GMCVB. Analysis of Miami -Dade Tourist Taxes, Fiscal Year 2023/24.
5. Lightcast. 2024 Regional Multipliers, Miami -Dade County, FL.
6. City of Miami. Resolution 13923 and Ground Lease Agreement. Approved June 12, 2023.
Limitations
This analysis relies on the following key assumptions: (1) Attendee spending patterns align with GMCVB
international visitor benchmarks, consistent with convention industry practice; (2) Average event attendance of
500 with 2.5-day average duration, based on facility capacity analysis; (3) Multiplier effects remain stable over the
projection period; (4) No material changes to the Miami -Dade tax structure. Attendance and utilization
projections are order -of -magnitude estimates appropriate for feasibility analysis. Actual results may vary based on
market conditions, operator execution, and facility positioning. The Gale Conference Center (20,000 SF, 13
rooms) is a separate facility and is not included in this analysis.
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Appendix B: TIF Revenue Projections
Modeling Assumptions
Parameter
Value / Source
City of Miami Millage
Miami -Dade County Millage
CRA TIF Capture Rate
Effective TIF Rate
Taxable Share of Improvements
7.1364 mills (FY2025 adopted rate)
4.574 mills (FY2025 adopted rate)
95% (Overtown/Park West CRA)
11.1295 mills (combined x 95%)
80% (conservative assumption)
Total Build -Out Cost
$7.5M
Cost -Based Taxable Value (Yr 1)
Annual Growth Rate
Cap Rate (Scenarios B and C base)
Cap Rate (Scenario C stabilized)
Moderate NOI (Scenario B/C income approach)
Strong NOI (Scenario C, Yr 6+)
$6.0M ($7.5M x 80%)
5.5% property value appreciation
7.0% income approach
6.0% strong performance adjustment
$1,036,000
$1,445,775 (estimated)
Scenario A: Cost Escalation Only
The most conservative scenario. No income approach is applied at any point. The cost -based taxable value grows
at 5.5% annually throughout the full 16-year CRA period. This is the absolute floor for TIF projections.
Year
Taxable Value
Annual TIF Revenue
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
2032
2033
2034
2035
2036
2037
2038
2039
2040
$6,000,000
$6,330,000
$6,678,150
$7,045,448
$7,432,948
$7,841,760
$8,273,057
$8,728,075
$9,208,119
$9,714,566
$10,248,867
$10,812,554
$11,407,245
$12,034,643
18
$66,777
$70,450
$74,324
$78,412
$82,725
$87,275
$92,075
$97,139
$102,482
$108,118
$114,065
$120,338
$126,957
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2041
2042
16-Year Total
$12,696,549
$13,394,859
Year Valuation Basis
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
2032
2033
2034
2035
2036
2037
2038
2039
2040
2041
2042
Cost
Cost
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
Income (7% cap)
16-Year Total
Year Valuation Basis
2027 Cost
2028 Cost
2029 Income (7% cap,
Moderate)
2030 Income (7% cap,
Moderate)
2031 Income (7% cap,
Moderate)
2032 Income (6% cap, Strong)
2033 Income (6% cap, Strong)
2034 Income (6% cap, Strong)
2035 Income (6% cap, Strong)
2036 Income (6% cap, Strong)
2037 Income (6% cap, Strong)
2038 Income (6% cap, Strong)
$141,306
$149,078
$1,645,461
Taxable Value Annual TIF Revenue
$6,000,000
$6,330,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$66,777
$70,450
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$1,982,053
Taxable Value Annual TIF Revenue
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$6,000,000
$6,330,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$11,840,000
$19,277,000
$19,277,000
$19,277,000
$19,277,000
$19,277,000
$19,277,000
$19,277,000
$66,777
$70,450
$131,773
$131,773
$131,773
$214,543
$214,543
$214,543
$214,543
$214,543
$214,543
$214,543
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Freedom Center at Gale Miami Hotel BusinessFlare®
2039
2040
2041
2042
Income (6% cap, Strong)
Income (6% cap, Strong)
Income (6% cap, Strong)
Income (6% cap, Strong)
$19,277,000
$19,277,000
$19,277,000
$19,277,000
$214,543
$214,543
$214,543
$214,543
16-Year Total
$2,892,524
Note: Cap rate adjusts from 7% to 6% beginning Year 6 (Strong performance), reflecting reduced operational risk of a proven
stabilized asset. Actual Property Appraiser valuations may vary. Scenario B ($1.98M) is the reliable planning floor; Scenario C
($2.89M) represents achievable upside. Actual results are likely to fall within the range of Scenarios B and C.
TIF in Context: The Full Fiscal Picture
Direct TIF increment represents approximately 15 to 20% of the Freedom Center's total annual fiscal contribution.
The full incremental benefit includes Convention Development Tax ($157,000 annually at Moderate scenario),
state sales tax ($681,000 annually), county surtax ($114,000 annually), catalytic property value effects throughout
the district, and market preservation value during the Knight Center transition. These figures are calculated on the
incremental basis of 60% out-of-town attendees only. CRA investment evaluation should weight the full fiscal
benefit picture, not TIF alone.
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Freedom Center at Gale Miami Hotel BusinessFlare®
About BusinessFlare®
BusinessFlare® is a collaborative economic development enterprise that approaches Economic Development
and Design in away that envisions each community's potential through a refreshing and unique experience based
on authenticity, place brand and feasibility. "We design economic spaces for everybody."
Since establishing the BusinessFlare® brand in January 2013, Kevin S. Crowder has helped more than 75
communities improve their economic condition, ranging in size from 1,500 to over 600,000. Since 2022 he has
performed economic and fiscal analysis on projects representing more than $10 billion in private sector
investment in Florida.
BusinessFlare's recent CRA engagements include extensions for the Fort Lauderdale, North Miami, and Naranja
Lakes CRAs; expansion of the Naranja Lakes, NW 7th Avenue, and West Perrine CRAs; redevelopment advisory
for the Homestead CRA; CRA plan development for Palm Springs and Lake Park; and creation of CRAs in
Allapattah, South Miami, Sweetwater, and Arcadia.
BusinessFlare® is a State of Florida Veteran and Minority Owned Business. Kevin S. Crowder is a veteran of the
U.S. Army, where he served in intelligence, and has over 30 years of experience in economic development,
redevelopment, and revitalization, including 15 years as the Director of Economic Development and Government
Affairs for the City of Miami Beach and the Miami Beach CRA.
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MIAMI
GREATER MIAMI & MIAMI BEACH
GREATER MIAMI
CONVENTION &
VISITORS BUREAU
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The Official Accredited Destination Sales & Marketing Organization for Greater Miami & Miami Beach
January 29, 2026
SEOPW CRA Board
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd floor
Miami, FL 33136
Dear Chairwoman King and Board Members:
On behalf of the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB), I am pleased to express
our support for the proposed development of the Freedom Center at the Gale Miami Hotel &
Residences that will provide a conference and convention center within the hotel by repurposing
vacant space.
The Gale Miami Hotel & Residences is conveniently located behind the Freedom Tower and in
the years to come will be cattycorner to the proposed Donald J. Trump Presidential Library.
As President & CEO of the GMCVB, our mission is to promote Miami -Dade County as a
premier global destination for leisure, business, meetings & conferences, and family travel.
This area of Downtown Miami contains iconic hospitality assets such as Bayside Marketplace,
the Kaseya Center and the Freedom Tower, attracting domestic and international visitors as
well as group meetings that contribute to our local economy.
The proposed Freedom Center represents an investment in the future growth of Miami and
aligns with Miami -Dade County's tourism and economic development goals. Enhancements of
this nature help ensure that our destination remains competitive by offering meeting space for
smaller conferences and conventions which generate meaningful economic benefits for our
community and supports jobs across hospitality, construction, and other related service sectors.
For these reasons, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau fully supports the
proposed development of the Freedom Center at the Gale Miami Hotel & Residences.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
David Whitaker
President and CEO
Main Office: 201 S. Biscayne Blvd. Suite 2200, FL 33131 USA • Miami Beach: 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139 USA
T. 1.800.933.8448 • T: 305.539.3000 • MiamiandMiamiBeach.com
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IMIAMDDA
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Board of Directors
Ralph "Rafael" Rosado
Chairman
Commissioner, District 4
City of Miami
Vicki L. Lopez
Commissioner, District 5
Miami -Dade County
Suzanne M. Amaducci
Bilzin Sumberg
T. Spencer Crowley III
Akerman
Jarred Diamond
The Miami HEAT Group
Martu Freeman -Parker
MEF Productions LLC
Patrick Goddard
Brightline
Arva Suzanne Graham Gibson
Arva G. Consulting
Amal Solh Kabbani
Publicis Groupe, SA
Nicolas Katz
Skate Free Inc.
Maryam Laguna Borrego
Miami Dade College
Jose Mallea
Biscayne Bay Brewing Company
Gary Ressler
Tilia Companies
Melissa Tapanes Llahues
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin &
Tapanes
Executive Staff
Christina Crespi
CEO/Executive Director
Ivonne Berrios-Colona
CFO/CPO/Board Treasurer
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
819 NW 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33136
Dear Honorable Chairwoman Christine King and Members of the
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
Re: Letter of Support — Proposed Freedom Center Gale Miami Hotel &
Residences
On behalf of the Miami Downtown Development Authority (Miami DDA),
we are pleased to submit this letter expressing our strong support for the
proposed development of the Freedom Center, a conference and
convention center located within the Gale Miami Hotel & Residences in
the heart of Downtown Miami.
As the agency charged with advancing economic development, business
growth, and long-term competitiveness in Downtown Miami, the Miami
DDA has witnessed firsthand the rapid transformation of the district.
Downtown's residential density, office population, tourism activity, and
global visibility have increased dramatically over the past decade. This
growth has been further accelerated by Miami's emergence as an
international business hub and global destination for major sporting,
cultural, and business events.
Today, Downtown Miami faces a structural shortage of modern, centrally
located, flexible, and affordable conference and convening space. As
visitor volumes and business travel continue to rise, demand has outpaced
supply —particularly for venues that are accessible, scalable, and
financially viable for mid -sized conventions, industry summits, nonprofit
convenings, cultural exhibitions, and business gatherings.
This gap is further intensified by the anticipated closure of key legacy
venues, including the James L. Knight Center and MANA Wynwood, which
historically served as anchors for conferences, cultural programming, and
large-scale gatherings. Without new capacity coming online, the City risks
losing convention bookings, visitor spending, and associated economic
activity to competing domestic and international destinations that are
actively investing in flexible, purpose-built convening infrastructure.
The proposed Freedom Center at the Gale Miami Hotel & Residences offers a timely, strategic,
and cost-effective solution to this growing market demand. By leveraging existing vertical
infrastructure within an established 51-story mixed -use tower, this project creates a new, centrally
located conference asset without the delays, costs, and land constraints associated with ground -
up development.
�MIAMIDDA
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
201 S. Biscayne Blvd, Suite 2600
Miami, FL 33131
305.579.6675 www.miamidda.com
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From an economic development perspective, this project directly advances the core mission of
the Southeast Overtown/Park West CRA by activating underutilized space, generating year-round
economic activity, expanding the tax base, and creating sustainable employment opportunities.
The Freedom Center will drive consistent visitor flows that support surrounding hotels,
restaurants, small businesses, cultural institutions, and service providers —while creating jobs in
hospitality, operations, logistics, event production, and facility management, many of which are
accessible to nearby residents through direct transit connectivity.
Importantly, this project addresses Downtown Miami's growing need for affordable, accessible
conference space that supports inclusive economic growth —ensuring that nonprofits, small and
mid -sized organizations, startups, cultural institutions, community -based organizations, and
emerging industries have access to high -quality convening facilities that are not limited exclusively
to luxury or premium -priced venues.
By repurposing vacant raw space in a prime downtown location, the Freedom Center represents
a highly efficient model of urban redevelopment —maximizing public benefit while leveraging
existing private infrastructure to deliver long-term, sustainable economic returns.
For these reasons, the Miami Downtown Development Authority strongly supports the request for
SEOPW CRA funding to facilitate the build -out and completion of the Freedom Center. This
investment will catalyze new economic activity, strengthen Downtown Miami's convention and
business tourism ecosystem, advance community revitalization goals, and position Overtown and
the urban core as integral beneficiaries of Miami's continued global growth.
We appreciate the Board's thoughtful consideration of this proposal and stand ready to
collaborate in advancing this strategic opportunity for Overtown, Downtown Miami, and the City
of Miami as a whole.
Sincerely,
Christina Crespi
Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director
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DIVISION OF CORPORATIONS
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Department of State / Division of Corporations / Search Records / Search by Entity Name /
Detail by Entity Name
Foreign Limited Liability Company
SIXTH STREET MIAMI PARTNERS LLC
Filing Information
Document Number M18000010212
FEI/EIN Number 83-2452458
Date Filed 11/13/2018
State DE
Status ACTIVE
Principal Address
2200 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33137
Changed: 02/20/2020
Mailing Address
2200 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33137
Changed: 02/20/2020
Registered Agent Name & Address
Bai, Huilin
c/o Crescent Heights
2200 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33137
Name Changed: 04/30/2025
Address Changed: 04/27/2021
Authorized Person(s) Detail
Name & Address
Title President
Galbut, Marisa A
2200 Biscyne Blvd
Miami, FL 33137
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Menin , Keith
2200 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33137
Title VP, Secretary
Rozsansky, Binyomin
2200 BISCAYNE BLVD
MIAMI, FL 33137
Title Treasurer
Aguiar, Dayami
2200 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33137
Title VP
Carrera, Lidia
2200 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33137
Annual Reports
Report Year Filed Date
2023 04/28/2023
2024 04/30/2024
2025 04/30/2025
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04/30/2025 -- ANNUAL REPORT
04/30/2024 -- ANNUAL REPORT
12/20/2023 -- AMENDED ANNUAL REPORT
04/28/2023 -- ANNUAL REPORT
04/20/2022 -- ANNUAL REPORT
04/27/2021 --AMENDED ANNUAL REPORT
03/25/2021 -- ANNUAL REPORT
09/30/2020 -- AMENDED ANNUAL REPORT
02/20/2020 -- ANNUAL REPORT
04/05/2019 -- ANNUAL REPORT
11/13/2018 -- Foreign Limited
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SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PLEASE ALL TAKE NOTICE, the Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Southeast
Overtown / Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA") will hold a
Public Hearing meeting on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., or anytime thereafter,
in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive,
Miami, Florida 33133.
The Board will consider the allocation of funding to Sixth Street Miami Partners LLC,
a Foreign Limited Liability Company authorized to conduct business in the State
of Florida ("Grantee"), to underwrite costs for the buildout and development of a
Convention and Exhibition Center (to be referred to as the "Freedom Center") within
the SEOPW CRA Redevelopment Area at Gale Miami Hotel (Folio no: 01-0105-090-
2160), generally located at 159 N.E. 6th Street, Miami, Florida 33132.
In accordance with the SEOPW CRA 2018 Redevelopment Plan Update ("Plan") and
Section 163, Florida Statutes, the Board will consider awarding a grant to Grantee in
an amount not to exceed Three Million Dollars and Zero Cents ($3,000,000.00).
All comments and questions with respect to the meeting and public participation should
be addressed to James D. McQueen, Executive Director, or Vincent T. Brown, Esq.,
Staff Counsel/Deputy Director, at 819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami, Florida 33136
or (305) 679-6800.
This action is being considered pursuant to Section(s) 18-85 and 18-86 of the Code of
the City of Miami, Florida as amended ("City Code"). The recommendation and findings
to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed resolution and will be
available as with the scheduled SEOPW CRA Board meeting or anytime thereafter in
the City Commission chambers.
The Board requests all interested parties be present or represented at the meeting, and
may be heard with respect to any proposition before the Board in which it may take
action. Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to
any matter considered at this meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record
of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and evidence upon which any appeal
may be based (F.S. 286.0105).
Pursuant to CRA-R-24-0071, whenever a scheduled SEOPW CRA meeting is
cancelled or is not held due to a lack of a quorum or other emergency, a special SEOPW
CRA meeting will be automatically scheduled for the Tuesday immediately following the
cancelled meeting. In the event of one of the aforementioned circumstances, the special
meeting would be held on April 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., or anytime thereafter, in the
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City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive,
Miami, Florida 33133. All of the scheduled agenda items from that cancelled meeting
shall automatically be scheduled as an agenda item at the special SEOPW CRA
meeting. The Clerk of the Board shall notify the public of the special meeting that is to
take place by placing a notice of the special SEOPW CRA meeting at the entrance of
City Hall, placing a notice on the SEOPW CRA's website, and, if feasible, placing an ad
in a newspaper of general circulation before the special meeting on the immediately
following Tuesday. There shall be no additional notice by publication required for any
such scheduled agenda item that is moved to the special SEOPW CRA meeting.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special
accommodations to participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City
Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than two (2) business days prior to the
proceeding. TTY users may call 711 (Florida Relay Service), not later than two (2)
business days prior to the proceeding.
Ad No. 43922
James D. McQueen, Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
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SEOPW Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 9, 2026
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Christine King Date: April 2, 2026
and Members of the CRA
Board File: 19144
From: James McQueen
Executive Director
Subject: Retroactively Approve and Adopt
SEOPW CRA Financial Statements
and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.
Enclosures: File # 19144 Exhibit A
File # 19144 Exhibit B
BACKGROUND:
A Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency ("SEOPW CRA"), with attachment(s), retroactively approving and adopting the
SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report ("2025 Audit"), attached and incorporated herein as
Exhibits "A-B," respectively, for the fiscal year commencing October 1, 2024 and ending September 30,
2025 ("FY 2024-2025") ("Purpose").
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners of the SEOPW CRA approve and adopt the attached
Resolution, retroactively approving and adopting the 2025 Audit for FY 2024-2025.
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AGENDA ITEM
FINANCIAL INFORMATION FORM
SEOPW CRA
CRA Board Meeting Date: April 9, 2026
CRA Section:
Approved by:
Executive Director 4/2/2026
Approval:
Miguel A Valcntlr , iriarce Officer 4/2/2026
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Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
File Type: CRA Resolution
Enactment Number:
File Number: 19144 Final Action Date:
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("SEOPW
CRA"), WITH ATTACHMENT(S), RETROACTIVELY APPROVING AND ADOPTING
THE SEOPW CRA FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND AUDIT REPORT ("2025 AUDIT"),
ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS EXHIBITS "A-B," RESPECTIVELY,
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2024 AND ENDING
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 ("FY 2024-2025"); 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, on October 24, 2025, the SEOPW CRA issued Request for Proposals ("RFP") #25-
07, inviting proposals from qualified audit firms to assist the SEOPW CRA in performing the necessary
financial audit services, as required by Section 218.39, Florida Statutes, and in accordance with
government auditing standards, as adopted by the Florida Board of Accountancy; and
WHEREAS, on November 17, 2025, the SEOPW CRA's Auditor Selection Committee
("Committee"), established through Resolution No. CRA-R-25-0065, adopted on October 23, 2025 by the
Board of Commissioners ("Board"), selected Richie Tandoc, P.A. ("Auditor"), to perfotin the necessary
financial audit services; and
WHEREAS, the Auditor has presented its results of the basic financial statements of the SEOPW
CRA, attached and incorporated herein as Exhibits "A-B," summarizing the audits, engagement, and key
observations and findings for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 ("FY 2024-2025"), including the communications
required by generally accepted professional standards and by Government Auditing Standards; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to retroactively approve and adopt the SEOPW
CRA's 2025 Audit Report for FY 2024-2025, as set forth in Exhibit "A-B"; and
WHEREAS, the SEOPW CRA and the Committee have dutifully complied with Section(s)
218.39 and 218.391, Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners finds that adopting this Resolution would further the
redevelopment goals and objectives of the SEOPW CRA.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
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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 Committee recommends to the Board of Commissioners of the SEOPW
CRA that the 2025 Audit, attached and incorporated herein as Exhibits "A-B," be hereby retroactively
approved and adopted.
Section 3. The Board of Commissioners of the SEOPW CRA hereby approves and adopts
the 2025 Audit.
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:
Wei B aw-3tnTrtounsel 4/2/2026
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN PARK
WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A Component Unit of the City of Miami, Florida)
Basic Financial Statements
September 30, 2025
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN PARK
WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
Independent Auditor's Report
Management's Discussion and Analysis (Required Supplementary Information)
Panes
1-2
3-7
Basic Financial Statements:
Government -wide Financial Statements:
Statement of Net Position 8
Statement of Activities 9
Fund Financial Statements:
Balance Sheet — Governmental Funds 10
Reconciliation of the Balance Sheet - Governmental Funds to the
Statement of Net Position 11
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balances —
Governmental Funds 12
Reconciliation of the Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes
in Fund Balances - Governmental Funds to the Statement of Activities 13
Notes to Basic Financial Statements 14-25
Required Supplementary Information (Unaudited):
Budgetary Comparison Schedule — Special Revenue Fund
Note to Required Supplementary Information
26
27
Other Reports:
Independent Auditor's Report on Intemal Control Over Financial Reporting and
and on Compliance and Other Matters Based on an Audit of Financial
Statements Performed in Accordance With Government Auditing Standards 28-29
Management letter in Accordance with the Rules of the Auditor General of the
State of Florida 30-31
Independent Accountant's Report on Compliance with Sections 163.387(6) and
(7), Florida Statutes 32
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
The Board of Directors
City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park
West Community Redevelopment Agency:
Opinions
We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the governmental activities and each major fund
of the City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment Agency (the Agency), a
component unit of the City of Miami, Florida, as of and for the year ended September 30, 2025, and the
related notes to the financial statements, which collectively comprise the Agency's basic financial statements
as fisted in the table of contents.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the
respective financial position of the governmental activities and each major fund of the Agency as of
September 30, 2025, and the respective changes in financial position thereof for the year then ended in
accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Basis for Opinions
We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of
America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards,
issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. Our responsibilities under those standards are
further described in the Auditor's Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our
report. We are required to be independent of the Agency, and to meet our other ethical responsibilities, in
accordance with the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audit. We believe that the audit evidence
we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinions.
Responsibilities of Management for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in
accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, and for the
design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair
presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or
error.
In preparing the financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or
events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Agency's ability to continue as a
going concern for twelve months beyond the financial statement date, including any currently known
information that may raise substantial doubt shortly thereafter.
Auditor's Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are
free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that
includes our opinions. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not absolute assurance and
therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards and Government Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from
error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of
internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or
in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial
statements.
In performing an audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and Government Auditing
Standards, we:
• Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.
• Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud
or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures include
examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements.
• Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures
that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the
effectiveness of the Agency's internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is expressed.
• Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant
accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial
statements.
• Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that
raise substantial doubt about the Agency's ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period
of time.
We are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the
planned scope and timing of the audit, significant audit findings, and certain internal control -related matters
that we identified during the audit.
Required Supplementary Information
Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the management's
discussion and analysis and budgetary comparison information be presented to supplement the basic
financial statements. Such information, although not a part of the basic financial statements, is required by
the Governmental Accounting Standards Board who considers it to be an essential part of financial reporting
for placing the basic financial statements in an appropriate operational, economic, or historical context. We
have applied certain limited procedures to the required supplementary information in accordance with
auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, which consisted of inquiries of
management about the methods of preparing the information and comparing the information for
consistency with management's responses to our inquiries, the basic financial statements, and other
knowledge we obtained during our audit of the basic financial statements. We do not express an opinion or
provide any assurance on the information because the limited procedures do not provide us with sufficient
evidence to express an opinion or provide any assurance.
Other Reporting Required by GovernmentAuditing Standards
In accordance with Government Auditing Standards, we have also issued our report dated February 3, 2026
on our consideration of the Agency's internal control over financial reporting and our tests of its compliance
with certain provisions of laws, regulations, contracts, and grant agreements and other matters. The
purpose of that report is to describe the scope of our testing of internal control over financial reporting and
compliance and the results of that testing, and not to provide an opinion on the internal control over
financial reporting or on compliance. That report is an integral part of an audit performed in accordance
with Government Auditing Standards in considering the Agency's internal control over financial reporting.
Miami, Florida
February 3, 2026
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN
PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
MANAGEMENT'S ❑ISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS - UNAUDITED
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
This section of the City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment Agency (the
Agency) financial statements presents management's analysis of the financial performance for the fiscal
year ended September 30, 2025. This discussion addresses whether or not the Agency as a whole is better
off or worse off as a result of this year's activities.
Overview
The purpose of the Agency is to eliminate blight and slum conditions within the redevelopment area of the
Agency, pursuant to the redevelopment plans of the Agency for new residential and commercial activity in
the Southeast Overtown area. The Agency's primary source of revenue is tax -increment funds. This
revenue is computed by applying the operating tax rate for the City and the County, multiplied by the
increased value of property located within the boundaries of the redevelopment areas of the Agency, over
the base property value, minus 5%. Both the City and the County are required to fund this amount annually
without regard to tax collections or other obligations.
On August 6, 2007, the City, County and The Children's Trust (the Trust) entered into an Interlocal
Agreement with the Agency, whereby the Agency would receive from the Trust, on an annual basis, tax
increment revenues derived from the imposition of a half -mil tax levied by the Trust against real property
located within the redevelopment district (referred to as Trust revenues). The agency agreed to use the
Trust revenues for debt service on, and other obligations relating to, existing debts of the Agency only after
all other available tax increment revenues have been exhausted for such purpose, and to remit to the Trust
on the last day of the Agency's fiscal year, all of the Trust revenues that are not needed for debt service on,
or other obligations relating to, existing debts of the Agency.
Further, the Agency's policy is set by a board of directors comprised of the five members of the City
commission and are separate, distinct and independent from the governing body of the City; and its
management plan is executed by a small professional staff led by its executive director.
Financial Hip hiiphts
The liabilities of the Agency exceeded its assets at the close of its most recent fiscal year by $53,234,958.
Of this amount, $30,327,787 is invested in capital assets, and $150,000,000 is restricted for capital projects,
resulting in $(127,092,829) (unrestricted net deficit) available to meet the Agency's obligations to citizens in
the Southeast Overtown area.
At the close of the current fiscal year, the Agency's governmental funds reported combined ending fund
balances of $197,596,804, an increase of $151,224,450 in comparison with the prior year. This significant
increase was mainly a result of the issuance of Tax Increment Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A and Tax
Increment Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025B during the current fiscal year.
Overview to the Financial Statements
This discussion and analysis is intended to serve as an introduction to the Agency's basic financial
statements. The Agency's basic financial statements are comprised of three components:
• Government -wide financial statements
• Fund financial statements
• Notes to the basic financial statements
In addition, the Agency reports, as required supplementary information, a budget to actual comparison and
notes to the required supplementary information.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN
PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS - UNAUDITED
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
Government -wide Financial Statements
The government -wide financial statements are designed to provide readers with a broad overview of the
Agency's finances, in a manner similar to a private -sector business (i.e. economic resources and
measurement focus). The statement of net position presents information on all of the Agency's assets and
liabilities, with the difference between the two reported as net position. Over time, increases or decreases
in net position may serve as a useful indicator of whether the financial position of the Agency is improving
or deteriorating. The statement of activities presents information showing how the Agency's net position
changed during the most recent fiscal year. All changes in net position are reported as soon as the
underlying event giving rise to the change occurs, regardless of the timing of the related cash flows. Thus,
revenues and expenses are reported in this statement for some items that will only result in cash flows in
future fiscal periods.
The government -wide financial statements may be found on pages 8 and 9 of this report.
Fund Financial Statements
A fund is a grouping of related accounts that is used to maintain control over resources that have been
segregated for specific activities or objectives. The Agency, like other state and local governments, uses
fund accounting to ensure and demonstrate compliance with finance related legal requirements. All of the
funds of the Agency are categorized as governmental funds.
Governmental funds are used to account for essentially the same functions reported as governmental
activities in the government -wide financial statements. However, unlike the government -wide financial
statements, governmental fund financial statements focus on near -term inflows and outflows of expendable
resources, as well as on balances of expendable resources available at the end of the fiscal year. Such
information may be useful in evaluating a government's near -term financing requirements. Because the
focus of governmental funds is narrower than that of the government -wide financial statements, it is useful
to compare the information presented for governmental funds with similar information presented for
governmental activities in the government -wide financial statements. By doing so, readers may better
understand the long-term impact of the government's near -term financing decisions. Both the
governmental fund balance sheet and the governmental fund statement of revenues, expenditures and
changes in fund balances provide a reconciliation to facilitate this comparison between governmental funds
and governmental activities.
The Agency maintains four individual governmental funds during fiscal year 2025. Information is presented
separately in the governmental fund balance sheet and in the governmental fund statement of revenues,
expenditures, and changes in fund balances for each governmental fund.
The basic governmental fund financial statements can be found on pages 10 and 12 of this report. The
reconciliations between the governmental funds and governmental activities can be found on pages 11 and
13 of this report.
Notes to the Basic Financial Statements
The notes provide additional information that is essential to a full understanding of the data provided in the
government -wide and fund financial statements. The notes to the basic financial statements can be found
on pages 14 to 25 of this report.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN
PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS - UNAUDITED
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
Budgetary Highlights
The Agency adopts an annual budget on an individual fund basis. A budgetary comparison schedule has
been provided for the Special Revenue Fund to demonstrate compliance with the budget on page 26 of this
report.
The following is a brief review of the significant variances between the original budget and the final budget,
if any, as well as the significant variances between the final budget and actual amounts, for the Special
Revenue Fund:
■ The significant variance between the final budget and actual amounts reported for community
redevelopment expenditures is a result of redevelopment projects that either did not commence yet or
were not yet completed as planned.
Financial Analysis
Government -wide Analysis
Our analysis of the financial statements of the Agency begins below. The Statement of Net Position and the
Statement of Activities report information about the Agency's activities that will help answer questions about
the position of the Agency. A summary of the Agency's net position is presented in Table A-1 and a
summary of changes in net position is presented in Table A-2.
Table A-1
Summary of Net Position
FY 2025 FY 2024
Cash
Restricted cash
Interest receivable
Loan receivable
Lease receivables
Capital assets, net
Total assets
Current liabilities
Non -current liabilities
Total liabilities
Deferred Inflows of Resources
Net position:
Net investment in capital assets
Restricted for capital projects
Unrestricted
Total net position
$ 47,625,415
150,000,000
376,632
163,106
238,769
32,919,076
231,322,998
580,239
177,280,922
177,861,161
226,879
47,984,131
353,502
195,593
413,201
32,730,701
81, 677,128
2,547,237
27,097,485
32,005,955
401,253
30,327,787 30,201,837
150,000,000
(127,092,829) 19,068,083
53,234,958 $ 49,269,920
■ Increase in restricted cash from the prior year is a result of the issuance of Tax Increment Revenue
Bonds, Series 2025A in the current year.
■ Increase in non -current liabilities from the prior year is a result of the issuance of Tax Increment
Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A and Tax Increment Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025E in the
current year.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN
PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS - UNAUDITED
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
• A portion of the Agency's net position in the current year ($30,327,787) reflects its net investment in
capital assets (e.g. furniture and equipment, infrastructure and land), less any related outstanding debt
used to acquire those assets. These assets are not available for future spending.
• A portion of the Agency's net position in the current year ($150,000,000) reflects the funding from the
issuance of Tax Increment Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A restricted for specific capital projects.
• The remaining portion of the Agency's net position in the current year (-$127,017,829) represents
resources that are unrestricted and available for any lawful use by the Agency.
Table A-2
Summary of Changes in Net Position
FYE 2025 FYE 2024
Revenues:
General revenues:
Tax increment revenue
Charges for Services - leases
Investment income
Other
Total revenues
Expenses:
General government
Community redevelopment
Interest on long-term debt
Total expenses
Change in net position
Net position, beginning of year
Net position, end of year
$ 52,653,923 $ 48,080,037
174,374 150,823
1,171,240 2,583,622
5,142, 891 2,368,169
60,328,127 53,182,651
4,016,863
51,174,986
1,171,240
56,363,089
3,965,038
49,269,920
$ 53,234,958
5,331,650
34, 698,178
1,006,730
41,036,558
12,146,093
20,65Z 114
$ 49,269,920
• Tax increment revenue increased as a result of the increase in the payout by the City and County from
the prior year.
• Other revenues increased as a result of the reversal of accrued retainage from previous years and
income collected for rent on multiple properties managed by a third -party management company.
• Community redevelopment expenses increased in the current year as a result of the increase in project
activity.
Individual Fund Analysis
The fund balance for the Special Revenue Fund increased from $42,025,905 at September 30, 2024 to
$44,747,871 at September 30, 2025. The fund balance in the Capital Projects Fund was new during 2025
due to the Tax Increment Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A, and as such has a fund balance of $150,000,000
at September 30, 2025. The fund balance for the Debt Service Fund remained at $0 at September 30,
2025, compared to September 30, 2024. The fund balance for the Non -Major Governmental Fund
decreased from $4,346,449 at September 30, 2024 to $2,848,933 at September 30, 2025.
Since the Agency only has governmental funds/activities, the changes in fund balance also explain the
increases in net position. The following are key factors in the changes in fund balances for 2025:
• The decrease in fund balance in the Special Revenue Fund was mainly due to the increase use of Non-
TIF funds on redevelopment projects during the current fiscal year as compared to the prior fiscal year.
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN
PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS - UNAUDITED
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
Capital Assets
As of September 30, 2025, the Agency's investment in capital assets, net of accumulated depreciation,
amounted to $32,919,076, increasing from $30,201,837 as of September 30, 2024.
Land
Construction -in -progress
Furniture and equipment
Infrastructure
Right of use lease asset
Total capital assets
Summary of Capital Assets
(Net of Accumulated Depreciation)
Fiscal Year
2025
$ 19,911,165 $
3,795,102
59,242
6,610,641
2,542,926
$ 32,919,076 $
Additional capital asset information can be found on page 19 of this report.
Fiscal Year
2024
19,911,165
3,077,484
54,025
7,159,163
2,528,864
32,730,701
Long-term Obligations
During the fiscal year 2014, the Agency issued $55,885,000 (Series 2014A-1) in tax increment revenue
bonds. These bonds are secured by a pledge of certain tax increment revenue amounts received from the
City and County on the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment area. The proceeds of
the bonds were to be used to pay all or part of the costs of the construction and/or rehabilitation of certain
redevelopment projects undertaken pursuant to the Redevelopment Plan.
During the fiscal year 2025, the Agency issued $142,235,000 in tax increment revenue bonds (Series
2025A) and $19,675,000 in tax increment revenue refunding bonds (Series 2025B). These bonds are
secured by a pledge of certain tax increment revenue amounts received from the City and County on the
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment area. The proceeds of the Series 2025A bonds
are to be used to pay all or part of the costs of the construction and/or rehabilitation of certain
redevelopment projects undertaken pursuant to the Redevelopment Plan. The proceeds of the Series
20256 bonds were used to refund all of the Series 2014A-1 bonds and pay the costs of issuance related to
the Series 2025E bonds.
As of September 30, 2025, the Agency has bonds and loan outstanding in the amount of $174,460,819
compared to $30,616,209 as of September 30, 2024. Other than the Series 2025A and Series 2025E bonds,
no other debt was issued during fiscal year 2025. Also as of September 30, 2025, the Agency has lease
liabilities of $2,591,289 compared to $2,547,237 as of September 30, 2024, and compensated absences
payable as of September 30, 2025 of $228,814 compared to $188,413 as of September 30, 2024.
Additional long-term debt information can be found on pages 20 and 22 of this report.
Requests for Information
This financial report is designed to provide a general overview of the Agency's finances. Questions
concerning any of the information provided in this report or requests for additional information should be
addressed to the Executive Director, 819 NW 2nd Ave 3rd Floor Miami FL 33136.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN PARK
WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
STATEMENT OF NET POSITION
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
Governmental
Activities
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash $ 47,625,415
Restricted cash 150,000,000
Interest receivable 376,632
Loan receivable 33,811
Lease receivables 112,784
Non -current assets:
Loan receivable 129,295
Lease receivables 125,985
Capital assets (net of accumulated depreciation):
Land 19,911,165
Construction-i n-progress 3,795,102
Furniture and equipment 59,242
Infrastructure 6,610,641
Right to use leased asset 2,542,926
Total assets 231,322,998
LIABILITIES
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 580,239
Non -current liabilities:
Due within one year:
Bond payable 6,130,000
Lease liabilities 594,057
Due in more than one year:
Bond and loan payable 168,330,819
Lease liabilities 1,997,232
Compensated absences 228,814
Total liabilities 177,861,161
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Leases 226,879
NET POSITION
Net investment in capital assets 30,327,787
Restricted for capital projects 150,000,000
Unrestricted (deficit) (127,092,829)
Total net position 53,234,958
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the basic financial statements.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN PARK
WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES
YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
Expenses
Program
Revenues
Net Revenue
(Expense) and
Charges for Changes in Net
Services Position
Functions/Programs
Governmental Activities:
General government $ 4,016,863 $ 174,374 $ (3,842,489)
Community redevelopment 51,174,986 - (51,174,986)
Interest on long-term obligations 1,171,240 - (1,171,240)
Total governmental activities $ 56,363,089 $ 174,374 (56,188,715)
General revenues:
Tax increment revenue 52,653,923
Other 5,142,891
Investment income 2,356,939
Total general revenues 60,153,753
Change in net position 3,965,038
Net position - beginning of year 49,269,920
Net position - end of year $ 53,234,958
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the basic financial statements.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN PARK
WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
BALANCE SHEET- GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
ASSETS
Cash
Restricted cash
Interest receivable
Loan receivable
Lease receivables
Total assets
Major funds
Special
revenue
$ 44,615,474
376,632
163,106
24.749
Capital projects
$
150,000,000
Non -major
governmental
Debt service fund
Total
governmental
funds
$ 3,009,941 $ 47,625,415
150,000,000
376,632
163,106
214.020 238.769
$ 45,179,961 $ 150,000,000 $ - $ 3,223,961 $ 198,403,922
LIABILITIES
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 410,528 $
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Leases 21,562
FUND BALANCES
Non Spendable:
Loan receivable
Lease receivables
Spendable:
Restricted
Committed
Unassigned
Total fund balances
Total liabilities, deferred inflows of
resources and fund balances
129,295
3,187
150,000,000
43,059,908 -
1,555,481 -
44, 747, 871 150 000 000
169,711 $ 580,239
205,317
1,283,394
1,565,539
2.848.933
226,879
129,295
3,187
150,000,000
44,343,302
3,121,020
197.596.804
$ 45,179,961 $ 150,000,000 $ - $ 3,223,961 $ 198,403,922
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the basic financial statements.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN PARK
WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
RECONCILIATION OF THE BALANCE SHEET - GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS
TO THE STATEMENT OF NET POSITION
YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
Total fund balance - governmental funds $ 197,596,804
Amounts reported for governmental activities in the statement of net
position consist of:
Capital assets used in governmental activities are not financial
resources and, therefore, are not reported in the funds. 32,919,076
Long-term liabilities are not due and payable in the current period
and therefore are not reported in the funds:
Lease liabilities (2,591,289)
Bonds payable (172,751,955)
Loan payable (1,708,864)
Compensated absences (228,814) (177,280,922)
Net position of governmental activities $ 53,234,958
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the basic financial statements.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN PARK
WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES -
GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS
YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
Major funds Non -major Total
Special governmental governmental
revenue Capital projects Debt service fund funds
REVENUES
Tax increment $ 52,653,923 $ - $ - $ - $ 52,653,923
Leases 83,122 91,252 174,374
Investment income 2,165,227 191,712 2,356,939
Other 4,663,900 - 1,346 477,645 5,142,891
Total revenues 59,566,172 1,346 760,609 60,328,127
EXPENDITURES
Current:
General government 3,976,462 3,976,462
Community redevelopment 48,350,782 2,258,125 50,608,907
Debt service:
Principal 515,778 23,945,000 24,460,778
Interest and other charges 59,859 - 1,111,381 - 1,171,240
Other debt service costs - 2,198,074 2,198,074
Total expenditures 52,902,881 - 27,254,455 2,258,125 82,415,461
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
(under) expenditures 6,663,291 (27,253,109) (1,497,516) (22,087,334)
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES (USES)
Lease liability issued 559,829 - - 559,829
Issuance of debt - 150,000,000 11,910,000 - 161,910,000
Premium from issuance of debt - 10,841,955 10,841,955
Transfers in - - 4,501,154 - 4,501,154
Transfers out (4,501,154) - - (4,501,154)
Total other financing sources (uses) (3,941,325) 150,000,000 27,253,109 - 173,311,784
Net change in fund balances 2,721,966 150,000,000 - (1,497,516) 151,224,450
Fund balances - beginning of year 42,025,905 - 4,346,449 46,372,354
Fund balances - end of year $ 44,747,871 $ 150,000000 $ - $ 2,848,933 $ 197,596,804
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the basic financial statements.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN PARK
WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
RECONCILIATION OF THE STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND
CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES - GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS TO THE
STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES
YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
Net change in fund balances - total governmental funds
Amounts reported for governmental activities in the statement of activities
are different because:
The governmental funds reported capital outlays as expenditures,
however, in the statement of activities, the cost of those assets is
allocated over their estimated useful lives:
Expenditures for capital assets
Depreciation expense
Loss on disposal of capital assets
Items reported in the statement of activities do not require the use of
current financial resources, and therefore, are not reported as
expenditures in governmental funds:
Increase in compensated absences
The issuance of long-term debt provides current financial resources to
governmental funds, while the repayment of principal of long-term
debt consumes the current financial resources of governmental funds.
Neither transaction has any effect on net position. Also,
governmental funds report the effect of premiums, discounts and
similar items when debt is first issued, whereas these amount are
deferred and amortized on the statement of activities.
Lease liability issued
Issuance of bonds
Premium on issuance of bonds
Principal payments on lease liabilities
Principal payments on long-term debt
Amortization of bond premium
Change in net position of governmental activities
1,292,435
(838,014)
(266,047)
$ 151,224,450
188,374
(40,401)
(559,829)
(161,910,000)
(10,841,955)
515,778
23,945,000
1,443,621 (147,407,385)
$ 3,965,038
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the basic financial statements.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
This summary of the City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
(the Agency) significant accounting policies is presented to assist the reader in interpreting the basic
financial statements. The policies are considered essential and should be read in conjunction with the
basic financial statements.
The accounting policies of the Agency conform to accounting principles generally accepted in the United
States of America applicable to governmental units. This report, the accounting systems and
classification of accounts conform to standards of the Governmental Accounting Standards Board
(GASB), which is the accepted standard -setting body for establishing governmental accounting and
financial reporting principles. The following is a summary of the more significant policies:
A. Reporting Entity
The Agency was established in 1983, by the City of Miami, Florida (the City) under the provisions of
Section 163, Florida Statutes. The purpose of the Agency is to eliminate blight and slum conditions
within the redevelopment area of the Agency pursuant to the redevelopment plans of the Agency for
new residential and commercial activity in the Southeast Overtown area. The board of directors of the
Agency is comprised of the five members of the City commission and are separate, distinct and
independent from the governing body of the City.
The City entered into Interlocal Cooperation Agreements, dated March 31, 1982, with Miami -Dade
County, Florida (the County) and related ordinances of the City and County whereby tax increment
revenue collected by the parties would be paid to the Agency and used in accordance with the approved
budgets of the redevelopment plans and terms and conditions of the Interlocal Agreements for the
benefit of the Agency.
For financial reporting purposes, the Agency is a component unit of the City and is thus included in the
City's comprehensive annual financial report as a blended component unit.
B. Government -wide and Fund Financial Statements
The government -wide financial statements (i.e., the statement of net position and the statement of
activities) report information on all the nonfiduciary activities of the Agency. For the most part, the
effect of interfund activity has been removed from these statements. Governmental activities, which
normally are supported by taxes and intergovernmental revenues, are reported separately from
business —type activities, which rely to a significant extent on fees and charges for support. The Agency
does not have any business -type activities.
The statement of activities demonstrates the degree to which the direct expenses of a given function or
segment are offset by program revenues. Direct expenses are those that are clearly identifiable with a
specific function or segment. Program revenues include 1) charges to customers or applicants who
purchase, use, or directly benefit from goods, services, or privileges provided by a given function or
segment and 2) grants and contributions that are restricted to meeting the operational or capital
requirements of a particular function or segment. Taxes and other items not properly included among
program revenues are reported instead as general revenues
Separate financial statements are provided for the governmental funds. Major individual governmental
funds are reported as separate columns in the fund financial statements.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
C. Measurement Focus, Basis of Accounting, and Financial Statement Presentation
The government -wide financial statements are reported using the economic resources measurement
focus and the accrual basis of accounting. Revenues are recorded when earned and expenses are
recorded when a liability is incurred, regardless of the timing of related cash flows.
Governmental fund financial statements are reported using the current financial resource measurement
focus and the modified accrual basis of accounting. Revenues are recognized as soon as they are both
measurable and available. Revenues are considered available when they are collectible within the
current period or soon enough thereafter to pay liabilities of the current period. For this purpose, the
Agency considers revenues to be available if they are collected within 60 days of the end of the current
fiscal period. Expenditures generally are recorded when a liability is incurred, as under accrual
accounting. However, debt service expenditures, as well as expenditures related to compensated
absences and claims and judgments, are recorded only when payment is due. Tax increment revenue,
intergovernmental revenues, parking fees, lease revenues, and interest associated with the current
fiscal period are all considered to be susceptible to accrual and so have been recognized as revenues of
the current fiscal period. Only the portion due within the current fiscal period is considered to be
susceptible to accrual as revenue of the current period. All other revenue items are considered to be
measurable and available only when cash is received by the government.
The Agency reports the following major governmental funds:
■ The Special Revenue Fund accounts for the proceeds of specific revenue sources (other than
major capital projects) that are legally restricted for specified purposes. Specifically, this fund
reports tax increment revenue collected from the City, County and The Children's Trust;
• The Capital Projects Fund accounts for the proceeds from the Tax Increment Revenue Bonds,
Series 2025A restricted for specific capital projects in accordance with the bond indenture; and
■ The Debt Service Fund accounts for the accumulation of resources for, and the payment of, bond
principal and interest on the Tax Increment Revenue Bonds, Series 2014A, which was refunded.
The Agency reports the following non -major governmental fund:
• The Non-TIF Special Revenue Fund accounts for the proceeds of revenue sources that are not
tax increment revenue and/or other revenue sources not legally restricted for specified purposes.
D. Cash and Restricted Cash
The Agency's cash and restricted cash includes demand deposits and pooled cash. The Agency
participates in the City's pool on a dollar equivalent and daily transaction basis. Investment income
(which includes interest and unrealized gains and losses) is distributed monthly based on a monthly
average balance. Equity in pooled cash is reflected as Cash on the Agency's statement of net position
and governmental funds balance sheet. Unspent proceeds from the Tax Increment Revenue Bonds,
Series 2025A are considered restricted because their use is limited by the applicable bond indenture.
E. Lease Receivables
The Agency's lease receivables are measured at the present value of lease payments expected to be
received during the lease term. A deferred inflow of resources is recorded for the leases. The deferred
inflow of resources is recorded at the initiation of the lease in an amount equal to the initial recording of
the lease receivable. The deferred inflow of resources is amortized on a straight-line basis over the term
of the lease.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
F. Capital Assets
Capital assets, which include property, plant, and equipment are reported in the applicable
governmental type activities column in the government -wide financial statements. Capital assets are
defined by the Agency as assets with an initial, individual cost of more than $1,000 and an estimated
useful life in excess of one year. Such assets are recorded at historical cost or estimated historical cost
if purchased or constructed. Donated capital assets are recorded at acquisition value at the date of
donation. The costs of normal maintenance and repairs that do not add to the value of the asset or
materially extend assets lives are not capitalized. Major outlays for capital assets and improvements are
capitalized as projects are constructed.
The Agency has recorded a right to use leased asset for its office facility. The right to use leased asset is
initially measured at an amount equal to the initial measurement of the related lease liability plus any
lease payments made prior to the lease term, less lease incentives, and plus ancillary charges necessary
to place the lease into service, if any. The right to use leased asset is amortized on a straight-line basis
over the life of the related lease.
Capital assets of the Agency are depreciated using the straight-line method over the following estimated
useful lives:
Assets Years
Furniture and equipment 5
Infrastructure 5-35
Right of use leased asset 3-10
H. Deferred Inflows of Resources
The statement of financial position reports a separate section of deferred inflows of resources which
represents an acquisition of net position that applies to a future period and is not recognized an inflow
of resources or revenue until that time. The Agency has one type of resource, which occurs under a
modified accrual basis of accounting in this category, leases, reported in the governmental fund balance
sheet. The Special Revenue fund reports unavailable revenue from leases. These amounts are deferred
and recognized as an inflow of revenue in the period that the amounts become available.
I. Fund Balance / Net Position
Fund balance
Fund balances for governmental funds are reported in classifications that comprise a hierarchy based
primarily on the extent to which the government is bound to honor constraints on the specific purposes
for which amounts in those funds can be spent, as follows:
• Non spendable fund balance - amounts that cannot be spent because they are either (a) not in
spendable form or (b) legally or contractually required to be maintained intact.
• Restricted fund balance - amounts that are restricted to specific purposes when constraints placed
on the use of resources are either by (a) externally imposed by creditors (such as debt covenants),
grantors, contributors, or laws or regulations of other governments; or (b) imposed by law through
constitutional provisions or enabling legislations.
• Committed fund balance - amounts that can only be used for specific purposes pursuant to
constraints imposed by formal action of the government's highest level of decision -making authority.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
I. Fund Balance / Net Position (continued)
• Assigned fund balance - amounts that are constrained by the governments intent to be used for
specific purposes, but are neither restricted nor committed.
• Unassigned fund balance - amounts that have not been assigned to other funds and that have not
been restricted, committed, or assigned to specific purpose within the general fund.
When both restricted and unrestricted amounts are available for use, it is the Agency's practice to use
restricted resources first. Additionally, the Agency would first use committed, then assigned, and lastly
unassigned amounts of unrestricted fund balance.
Net position
The government -wide financial statements utilize a net position presentation. Net position can be
categorized as net investment in capital assets, restricted, or unrestricted. The first category represents
capital assets, less accumulated depreciation and net of any outstanding debt associated with the
acquisition of capital assets. Restricted net position represents amounts that are restricted by
requirement of debt indenture or enabling legislation. Unrestricted net position represents the net
position of the Agency which are not restricted for any project or purpose.
3. Bond premiums, discounts and issuance costs
In the government -wide financial statements, bond premiums and discounts are deferred and amortized
over the life of the bonds using the straight-line method. Bonds payable are reported net of the
applicable bond premium or discount. In the fund financial statements, governmental fund types
recognize bond premiums and discounts, as well as bond issuance costs during the current period. The
face amount of debt issued is reported as other financing sources. Premiums received on debt issuances
are reported as other financing sources while discounts are reported as other financing uses. Issuance
costs are reported as community redevelopment expenditures in the fund financial statements and
community redevelopment expense in the government -wide financial statements.
K. Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in
the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the
amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Although these estimates are
based on management's knowledge of current events and actions it may undertake in the future, they
may ultimately differ from actual results.
2. Cash and Restricted Cash
At September 30, 2025, the Agency's cash and restricted cash consists of the following:
Cash:
Demand deposits $ 816,034
Pooled cash 46t809,381
$ 47,625,415
Restricted Cash:
Demand deposits $ 150,000,000
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
2. Cash (continued)
Custodial Credit Risk is the risk that in the event of a bank failure, the Agency's deposits may not be
returned to it. In addition to insurance provided by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC),
deposits are held in banking institutions approved by the State of Florida, State Treasurer to hold public
funds. Under the Florida Statutes Chapter 280, "Florida Security for Public Deposits Act", the State
Treasurer requires all qualified public depositories to deposit with the Treasurer or another banking
institution eligible collateral. In the event of a failure of a qualified public depository, the remaining
public depositories would be responsible for covering any resulting losses.
3. Loan Receivable
On February 1, 2017, the Agency entered into a loan agreement with one of its Overtown Shopping
Center tenants to fund the cost of construction of the leased property in the original amount of
$400,000. Interest, at a fixed rate of 4%, and principal and interest payments are due monthly in the
amount of $3,310, commencing on May 1, 2017 and maturing on March 1, 2030.
As of September 30, 2025, future minimum principal payments to be received on the loan are as
follows:
4. Lease Receivables
Fiscal year Amount
2026 $ 33,811
2027 35,188
2028 36,622
2029 38,114
2030 19,371
$ 163,106
Lease receivables at September 30, 2025 consist of the following tenant leases at the Agency -owned
Overtown Shopping Center:
Tenant lease entered into on November 25, 2014, with the most recent
amendment to the agreement on April 4, 2022. Remaining lease term as of
October 1, 2021 was 65 months. Monthly rent payments due in accordance with
the amended agreement is $577 per month, with 3% escalations every March 1st.
The lease receivable is measured as the present value of the remaining minimum
rent payments expected to be received during the lease term at a discount rate of
6%, which is the Agency's incremental borrowing rate.
Tenant lease commencing on July 1, 2023 for a term of 36 months. Monthly rent
payments due is $1,524 per month, with 4% escalations every July 1s'. The lease
receivable is measured as the present value of the remaining minimum rent
payments expected to be received during the lease term at a discount rate of 6%,
which is the Agency's incremental borrowing rate.
Amount
$ 10,460
14,289
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
4. Lease Receivables (continued)
Tenant lease commencing on July 19, 2024 for a term of 41 months. Monthly rent
payments due is $8,317 per month, with 2.5% escalations every July 19th. The
lease receivable is measured as the present value of the minimum rent payments
expected to be received during the lease term at a discount rate of 6%, which is
the Agency's incremental borrowing rate.
Total lease receivables
Amount
214,020
$ 238,769
In fiscal year 2025, the Agency recognized a total of $174,374 of lease revenue and $19,141 of interest
revenue under the leases.
As of September 30, 2025, future minimum lease payments to be received on the leases are as follows:
Fiscal
Year(s) Principal Total
2026 $ 112,784 123,950
2027 100,687 105,450
2028 25,298 25,551
Interest
11,166
4,763
253
$ 238,769
16,182
254,951
5. Capital Assets
Capital asset activity for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025 was as follows:
Capital assets, not being depreciated:
Land
Construction -in -progress
Total capital assets, not being depreciated
Capital assets, being depreciated:
Furniture and equipment
Infrastructure
Right to use leased asset - office
Total capital assets, being depreciated
Less accumulated depreciation for:
Furniture and equipment
Infrastructure
Right to use leased asset - office
Total accumulated depreciation
Total capital assets, being depreciated, net
Total capital assets (net of accumulated
depreciation)
Balance
9/30/2024
Transfers / Transfers
Additions Deletions
Balance
9/30/2025
$ 19,911,165
3,077,484
22,988,649
717,618
717,618
- 19,911,165
3,795,102
- 22,706,267
224,691
11,023,787
3,382,789
14,631,267
14,988
559,830
574,818
395,769
395,769
239,679
10,628,018
3,942,619
14,810,316
170,666
3,864,624
853,925
4,889,215
9,742,052
$ 32,730,701
During fiscal year 2025, depreciation expense in
Redevelopment.
the amount
9,771
282,475
545,768
838,014
(263,196)
454,422
of $838,014
129,722
129,722
266,047
266,047
was charged
180,437
4,017,377
1,399,693
5,597,507
9,212,809
32,919,076
to Community
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
6. Long -Term Obligations
The changes in the long-term obligations for the year ended September 30, 2025 are summarized as
follows:
Tax Increment Revenue Bonds,
Series 2014A
Plus deferred amounts for
issuance premium, Series 2014A
Tax Increment Revenue Bonds,
Series 2025A
Tax Increment Revenue
Refunding Bonds, Series 2025E
Pius deferred amounts for
issuance premium, Series 2025A
and 2025B
Total bonds payable
Gran Central Loan
Total bonds and loan payable
Lease liabilities
Compensated absences
Balance
9/30/2024 Additions
23,945,000 -
1,443,621 -
- 142,235,000
19,675,000
10,841,955
Deletions
(23,945,000)
(1,443,621)
Balance
9/30/2025
Amount due
within one
year
- 142,235,000 2,735,000
19,675,000 3,395,000
10,841,955
25,388,621 172,751,955 (25,388,621) 172,751,955 6,130,000
1,708,864 - - 1,708,864
27,097,485 172,751,955 (25,388,621) 174,460,819 6,130,000
2,547,237 559,830 (515,778) 2,591,289 594,057
188,413 40,401 - 228,814
Total long-term obligations $ 29,833,135 173,352,186 (25,904,399) 177,280,922 6,724,057
Tax Increment Revenue and Tax Increment Revenue Refunding Bonds
On August 28, 2025, the Agency issued Tax Increment Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A ("Series 2025A")
in the principal amount of $142,235,000, and Tax Increment Revenue Refunding Bond, Series 20256
("Series 2025E") in the principal amount of $19,675,000, maturing in 2042 and 2030, respectively, with
interest rates ranging from 5% to 5.25% payable annually on March 1st These bonds are secured by a
pledge of certain tax increment revenue amounts received from the City and County on the Southeast
OvertownjPark West Community Redevelopment area.
The proceeds of the Series 2025A bonds are to be used to pay all or part of the costs of the
construction and/or rehabilitation of certain redevelopment projects undertaken pursuant to the
Redevelopment Plan. The proceeds of the Series 2025B bonds were used to refund all of the Series
2014A-1 bonds and pay the costs of issuance related to the Series 20256 bonds.
The annual debt service requirements for the bonds as of September 30, 2025, are as follows:
Fiscal Year(s)
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031-2035
2036-2040
2041-2042
Series 2025A
Series 2025B Total
Principal
$ 2,735,000
2,945,000
3,100,000
3,265,000
2,540,000
44,075,000
56,595,000
26,980,000
$ 142,235,000
Interest Principal Interest Principal Interest
7,170,652
6,968,825
6,817,700
6,658,575
6,513,450
26, 960, 375
14,439,625
1,435,087
76,964,289
3,395,000 907,073 6,130,000 8,077,725
3,570,000 724,750 6,515,000 7,693,575
3,745,000 541,875 6,845,000 7,359,575
3,935,000 349,875 7,200,000 7,008,450
5,030,000 125,750 7,570,000 6,639,200
44,075,000 26,960,375
56, 595,000 14,439,625
26,980,000 1,435,087
19,675,000 2,649,323 161,910,000 79,613,612
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
6. Long -Term Obligations (continued)
Gran Central Loan
On January 20, 1988, the City entered into a loan agreement with the Gran Central Corporation (GCC)
to finance 50% of the cost to acquire a parcel of property within the SEOPW CRA Area and relocate and
widen Northwest First Avenue between Northwest First Street and Northwest Eighth Street. The loan, in
the amount of $1,708,864, does not bear interest and is payable from tax increment funds received
from the City and County within a designated area defined in the loan documents on a junior and
subordinate basis to the lien granted to holders of the $11,500,000 Community Redevelopment
Revenue Bonds, Series 1990.
GCC was to be fully repaid by the year 2008 with annual payments to be made to the extent funds are
generated by tax increment revenue within the designated area, as defined in the loan document, is
available after required payments for the Series 1990 Bonds debt service and any requirement of the
reserve fund or reserve product, as defined in the Series 1990 Bond indenture. GCC has subsequently
been acquired by another company (referred to as the "predecessor company"), which has taken over
the loan. Although the loan was to be fully repaid by 2008, in accordance with the loan agreement,
management believes that since no tax increment funds have been generated within the designated
area, as defined in the loan documents, no payment on the loan is required, and will only become due
when any such tax increment funds have been generated within the designated area. Management
does not believe that any such tax increment funds will ever be generated within the designated area.
Lease liabilities
The Agency has the following operating leases as of September 30, 2025:
• On August 18, 2022, the Agency entered into an agreement to lease an office facility, expiring in
August 2031. The lease was recorded at the present value of the remaining future minimum lease
payments. The agreement requires 10 annual payments of $280,000 per year. The lease liability is
measured at a discount rate of 6%.
• On August 1, 2024, the Agency entered into an agreement to lease an office facility, expiring in
August 2027. The lease was recorded at the present value of the remaining future minimum lease
payments. The agreement requires 36 monthly payments of $19,460, with 3% escalations every
August 15t. The lease liability is measured at a discount rate of 6%.
• On February 11, 2025, the Agency entered into an agreement to sublease retail space, expiring in
February 2035. The lease was recorded at the present value of the remaining future minimum lease
payments. The agreement requires 120.5 monthly payments of $1,400. The lease liability is
measured at a discount rate of 6%.
• On February 14, 2025, the Agency entered into an agreement to lease retail/office facilities, expiring
in February 2035. The lease was recorded at the present value of the remaining future minimum
lease payments. The agreement requires 120.5 monthly payments of $1,667, with 5% escalations
every January 15t. The lease liability is measured at a discount rate of 6%.
• On April 22, 2025, the Agency entered into an agreement to lease a multipurpose space, expiring in
March 2028. The lease was recorded at the present value of the remaining future minimum lease
payments. The agreement requires 36 monthly payments of $7,560. The lease liability is measured
at a discount rate of 6%.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
6. Long -Term Obligations (continued)
The future minimum lease obligations and the net present value of the minimum lease payments of the
lease agreements as of September 30, 2025, are as follows:
Fiscal
Year(s) Principal Interest Total
2026 $ 594,057 55,941 649,998
2027 581,089 34,581 615,670
2028 351,110 21,395 372,505
2029 303,304 17,421 320,725
2030 307,606 15,315 321,921
2031-2035 454,123 26,691 480,814
7. Fund Balances
$
2,591,289 170,344 2,761,633
At September 30, 2025, the Agency reported the following governmental fund balances:
• Non spendable fund balance — these amounts represent the long-term portion of the loan
receivable, as well as the difference between the lease receivables and deferred inflows of resources
related to those leases, both of which cannot be spent because those amounts are not in spendable
form.
• Restricted fund balance — these amounts are restricted for specific capital projects in accordance
with the tax increment revenue bonds, Series 2025A and tax increment revenue refunding bonds,
Series 2025B.
• Committed fund balance - these amounts can only be used for specific purposes pursuant to
constraints imposed by the Board of the Agency. The items cannot be removed unless the Board
removes it in the same manner it was implemented.
■ Unassigned fund balance - amounts that have not been assigned to other funds and that have not
been restricted, committed, or assigned to specific purpose within the general fund.
Below is a table of fund balance categories and classifications, by fund, at September 30, 2025:
Non -major
Special Capital Governmental
Revenue Projects Fund
Non Spendable:
Loan receivable $ 129,295
Lease receivables 3,187
Spendable:
Restricted - 150,000,000
Committed to community redevelopment 43,059,908 - 1,283,394
Unassigned 1,555,481 - 1,565,539
Total $ 44,747,871 150,000,000 2,848,933
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN
PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
8. Tax Increment Revenue
The Agency's primary source of revenue is tax -increment funds. This revenue is computed by applying
the operating tax rate for the City and the County, multiplied by the increased value of property located
within the boundaries of the redevelopment areas of the Agency, over the base property value, minus
5%. Both the City and the County are required to fund this amount annually without regard to tax
collections or other obligations.
In fiscal year 2007, the City, County and The Children's Trust (the Trust) entered into an Interlocal
Agreement with the Agency, whereby the Agency would receive from the Trust, on an annual basis, tax
increment revenues derived from the imposition of a half -mil tax levied by the Trust against real
property located within the redevelopment district (referred to as Trust revenues). The Agency agreed
to use the Trust revenues for debt service on, and other obligations relating to, existing debts of the
Agency only after all other available tax increment revenues have been exhausted for such purpose, and
to remit to the Trust on the last day of the Agency's fiscal year, all of the Trust revenues that are not
needed for debt service on, or other obligations relating to, existing debts of the Agency. During 2025,
the Agency remitted a total of $2,250,155 to the Trust.
In fiscal year 2008, the Agency entered into an interlocal agreement with the City, the County and the
City of Miami Omni Community Redevelopment Agency, whereby the Agency may not, for fiscal years
2017 through 2030, budget in excess of 50% of the tax increment revenues collected from certain
projects described in that interlocal agreement. The Agency must return 45°I0 of tax increment revenues
collected from such projects to the taxing authorities which paid such revenues to the Agency.
However, for fiscal year 2025 and beyond, the City Commission, pursuant to resolution R-24-0109,
authorized the City Manager to disburse to the Agency the balance returned to the City for the
development of affordable housing and related infrastructure at or below sixty percent (60%) of the
area median income.
During fiscal year 2025, the amount returned to the County totaled $4,392,728. Also during fiscal year
2025, the amount due to the City but kept by the Agency pursuant to resolution R-24-0109 mentioned
above, totaled $6,853,577.
9. Interfund Transfers
During 2025, The Agency made a transfer of $4,501,154 from the special revenue fund to the debt
service fund to cover debt service expenditures.
10. Special Benefit Plans
(a) 401(a) Deferred Compensation Plan
All employees, including executives and general employees, of the Agency are eligible, after one
year of service, to join the ICMA Retirement Trust 401(a) Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan).
The Plan agreement requires the Agency to contribute 15% of each executive employee's earnable
compensation, and 5% of each general employee's earnable compensation. Contributions by
executive and general employees are not required. Participants may withdraw funds at retirement
or upon separation based on a variety of payout options. The following information relates to the
Agency's participation in the 401(a) Deferred Compensation Plan:
Executives General
Employees Employees
Current year's payroll
Current year's employer contributions
$ 965,995 1,154,873
241,499 144,534
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN
PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
10. Special Benefit Plans (continued)
(b) 457(b) Deferred Compensation flan
All employees, including executives and general employees, of the Agency are eligible to join the
United States Conference of Mayors 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan). The Plan
agreement requires the Agency to contribute 2-5% of each executive employee's earnable
compensation, and is not required to contribute to general employee participants. Contributions by
executive and general employees are not required. Participants may withdraw funds at retirement
or upon separation based on a variety of payout options.
The following information relates to the Agency's participation in the 457(b) Deferred Compensation
Plan:
Executives
Employees
Current year's payroll $ 965,995
Current year's employer contributions 21,154
11. Risk Management
The Agency is exposed to various risks of losses related to torts; theft or damage to, and destruction of
assets; errors and omissions; injuries to employees; and natural disasters. The Agency purchases
commercial insurance for the risks of loss to which it is exposed. Policy limits and deductibles are
reviewed by management and established at amounts to provide reasonable protection from significant
financial loss. There were no losses or claims incurred during the current fiscal year, and there were no
settlements that exceeded insurance coverage during the past three fiscal years.
12.Commitment and Contingencies
(a)The Agency is contractually obligated for approximately $153.6 million at September 30, 2025 for
construction projects, of which $132.5 million of the projects will be funded with the bonds that
were issued in 2025.
(b)The Agency is a defendant in several legal actions. The outcome of these actions cannot be
determined at this time. Management believes that any liability from these actions will not have a
material effect on the Agency's financial condition.
(c) In fiscal year 2010, the Agency entered into a grant agreement with the City, with two subsequent
amendments during fiscal year 2012, in an amount not to exceed $8 million, plus interest of
approximately $6.1 million, for the renovation of Gibson Park. Payments on the grant will be made
through fiscal year 2030, and are pledged by tax increment funds.
(d) In fiscal year 2015, the Agency entered into an economic incentive agreement with certain
developers in connection with the development of the Miami World Center mixed -use project. The
economic incentive agreement calls for payment to the master developer of a certain percentage of
tax increment revenues generated from the project during the time period from completion of the
first building. During fiscal year 2025, the Agency paid $5.2 million.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN
PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
12. Commitment and Contingencies (continued)
(e) In fiscal year 2019, the Agency entered into an economic incentive agreement with Downtown
Retail Associates, LLC for the development of Block 55. This project will be a developed as a mixed -
used development of not less than 250,000 square feet of retail, office, restaurant, and
entertainment uses, and not less than 500 residential units. As a development incentive, the Agency
shall pay to Developer an incentive payment equal to up to 70% of the incremental TIF generated
from this specific project.
(f) In fiscal year 2021, the Agency entered into an economic incentive agreement with Grand Central
Miami Holdings, LLC for the development of Block 46. This project contains one hundred (100)
affordable rental units. As a development incentive, the Agency shall pay to Developer an incentive
payment equal to up to 65% of the incremental TIF generated from this specific project. During
fiscal year 2025, the Agency paid $327,236
(g) In fiscal year 2024, the Agency entered into a Housing Subsidy Agreement with Block 55 Residential
L.P. to subsidize the affordability of 289 housing units for individuals Sixty -years of age and older.
The financial commitment for this agreement is $1.6 million per year for a five-year term, not to
exceed $8 million, and is subject to the availability of funding.
13. New Pronouncements Issued
The following pronouncements were recently issued, but were not yet effective for the Agency's fiscal
year ended September 30, 2025. Management will evaluate the effect that the following
pronouncements will have on its financial statements as they become effective:
• GASB Statement No. 103, Financial Reporting Model Improvements
• GASB Statement No. 104, Disclosure of Certain Capital Assets
14. Subsequent events
The Agency evaluated subsequent events through February 3, 2026, the date the financial
statements were available to be issued, and does not believe that there are any such events or
transactions that require disclosure.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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CITY OF MIAMI SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN PARK
WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
BUDGETARY COMPARISON SCHEDULE - SPECIAL REVENUE FUND
(REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION - UNAUDITED)
YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
REVENUES
Tax increment revenues
Leases
Investment income
Other
Total revenues
EXPENDITURES
Current:
General government
Community redevelopment
Debt service:
Principal
Interest and other charges
Total expenditures
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
(under) expenditures
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES (USES)
Lease liability issued
Transfers out
Net carryover fund balance
Total other financing sources (uses)
Net change in fund balance
Fund balances - beginning of year
Fund balances - end of year
Budgeted amounts
Original Final
$ 52,421,145
52,421,145
5,216,607
86,066, 541
$
Actual
52,421,145 $
52,421,145
5,216,607
86,066, 541
91,283,148 91,283,148
(38,862,003) (38,862,003)
(4,502,500) (4,502,500)
43,364,503 43,364,503
38,862,003 38,862,003
Variance with
final budget -
positive
(negative)
52,653,923 $ 232,778
83,122 83,122
2,165,227 2,165,227
4,663,900 4,663,900
59,566,172 7,145,027
3,976,462 1,240,145
48,350,782 37,715,759
515,778 (515,778)
59,859 (59,859)
52,902, 881 38, 380,267
6,663,291 45, 525,294
559,829
(4,501,154)
(3,941,325)
2,721,966
42,025,905
$ 44,747,871
The note to the required supplementary information is an integral part of this schedule.
559,829
1,346
(43,364,503)
(42,803,328)
$ 2,721,966
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
(A COMPONENT UNIT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA)
NOTES TO SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
1. Budgetary Policy
The Agency adopts an annual budget for the operations of the Special Revenue Fund in accordance with
generally accepted accounting principles.
The budget is adopted on a modified accrual basis of accounting, consistent with U.S. generally
accepted accounting principles. Budgetary control is maintained at the fund level.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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13453 Sw 105"' Ava, Florida 33174) 1 T. (305) 72.o,•250i
REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER
FINANCIAL REPORTING AND ON COMPLIANCE AND OTHER MATTERS BASED
ON AN AUDIT OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH GOVERNMENT AUDITING STANDARDS
The Board of Directors
City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park
West Community Redevelopment Agency:
We have audited, in accordance with the auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of
America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards issued
by the Comptroller General of the United States, the financial statements of the governmental activities and
the major fund of the City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment Agency (the
Agency) as of and for the year ended September 30, 2025, and the related notes to the financial
statements, which collectively comprise the Agency's basic financial statements, and have issued our report
thereon dated February 3, 2026.
Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
In planning and performing our audit of the financial statements, we considered the Agency's internal
control over financial reporting (internal control) as a basis for designing audit procedures that are
appropriate in the circumstances for the purpose of expressing our opinions on the financial statements, but
not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Agency's internal control.
Accordingly, we do not express an opinion on the effectiveness of the Agency's internal control.
A deficiency in internal control exists when the design or operation of a control does not allow management
or employees, in the normal course of performing their assigned functions, to prevent, or detect and
correct, misstatements on a timely basis. A material weakness is a deficiency, or a combination of
deficiencies, in internal control, such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of
the entity's financial statements will not be prevented, or detected and corrected on a timely basis. A
significant deficiency is a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control that is less severe
than a material weakness, yet important enough to merit attention by those charged with governance.
Our consideration of internal control was for the limited purpose described in the first paragraph of this
section and was not designed to identify all deficiencies in internal control that might be material
weaknesses or, significant deficiencies. Given these limitations, during our audit we did not identify any
deficiencies in internal control that we consider to be material weaknesses. However, material weaknesses
and significant deficiencies may exist that were not identified.
Report on Compliance and Other Matters
As part of obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the Agency's financial statements are free from
material misstatement, we performed tests of its compliance with certain provisions of laws, regulations,
contracts, and grant agreements, noncompliance with which could have a direct and material effect on the
determination of financial statement amounts. However, providing an opinion on compliance with those
provisions was not an objective of our audit, and accordingly, we do not express such an opinion. The
results of our tests disclosed no instances of noncompliance or other matters that are required to be
reported under Government Auditing Standards.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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Purpose of this Report
The purpose of this report is solely to describe the scope of our testing of internal control and compliance
and the results of that testing, and not to provide an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's internal
control or on compliance. This report is an integral part of an audit performed in accordance with
Government Auditing Standards in considering the entity's internal control and compliance. Accordingly, this
communication is not suitable for any other purpose.
PPar�: pJ
Miami, Florida
February 3, 2026
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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Certified itnblic Coo5c41'f"[.1o'1"
13453 Sw 105'" Ava, Miami,'Florida 33174, ! T. (305) 7Z0 Z50Z
MANAGEMENT LETTER IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
RULES OF THE AUDITOR GENERAL OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA
The Board of Directors
City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park
West Community Redevelopment Agency:
Report on the Financial Statements
We have audited the financial statements of the City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency (the Agency), a Component Unit of the City of Miami, Florida, as of and for the
fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, and have issued our report dated February 3, 2026.
Auditor's Responsibility
We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of
America; the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards, issued by
the Comptroller General of the United States; and Chapter 10.550, Rules of the Florida Auditor General.
Other Report Requirements
We have issued our Independent Auditors' Reports on Internal Control over Financial Reporting and on
Compliance and Other Matters Based on an Audit of the Financial Statements Performed in Accordance with
Government Auditing Standards. Disclosures in that report, which is dated February 3, 2026, should be
considered in conjunction with this management letter.
Prior Audit Findings
Section 10.554(1)(i)1., Rules of the Auditor General, requires that we determine whether or not corrective
actions have been taken to address findings and recommendations made in the preceding annual financial
audit report. Corrective action has been taken to address the finding and recommendation that was
reported in the preceding annual financial audit report.
Official Title and Legal Authority
Section 10.554(1)(1)4., Rules of the Auditor General, requires that the name or official title and legal
authority for the primary government and each component unit of the reporting entity be disclosed in this
management letter, unless disclosed in the notes to the financial statements. Such disclosures are made in
note 1 to the Agency's financial statements.
Financial Condition and Management
Section 10.554(1)(i)5.a. and 10.556(7), Rules of the Auditor General, requires that we report the results of
our determination as to whether or not the Agency has met one or more of the conditions described in
Section 218.503(1), Florida Statutes, and identification of the specific condition(s) met. In connection with
our audit, we determined that the Agency did not meet any of the conditions described in Section
218.503(1), Florida Statutes.
Pursuant to Sections 10.554(1)(i)5.c. and 10.556(8), Rules of the Auditor General, we applied financial
condition assessment procedures as of September 30, 2025. It is management's responsibility to monitor
the Agency's financial condition, and our financial condition assessment was based in part on
representations made by management and the review of financial information provided by same.
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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Section 10.554(1)(i)2., Rules of the Auditor General, requires that we communicate any recommendations
to improve Financial management. In connection with our audit, we did not have any such
recom mendations.
Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Programs
As required by Section 10.554(1)(i)6.a., Rules of the Auditor General, a statement is required as to whether
a PACE program authorized pursuant to Section 163.081 or Section 163.082, Florida Statutes, did or did not
operate within the Agency's geographical boundaries during the fiscal year under audit. The Agency did not
have a PACE program operate within its geographical boundaries during the fiscal year under audit.
Specific Information
As required by Section 218.39(3)(a), Florida Statutes, and Section 10.554(1)(i)6, Rules of the Auditor
General, the Agency reported:
a. A total of 20 employees compensated in the last pay period of the Agency's fiscal year.
b. No independent contractors to whom nonemployee compensation was paid in the last month of the
Agency's fiscal year.
c. Compensation earned by or awarded to employees, whether paid or accrued, regardless of contingency
totaled $2,159,994 for the fiscal year.
d. No compensation earned by or awarded to nonemployee independent contractors, whether paid or
accrued, regardless of contingency for the fiscal year.
e. The following is a list of construction projects with a total cost of at least $65,000 approved by the
Agency that is scheduled to begin on or after October 1 of the fiscal year being reported:
Project Name
Project
Expenditures
for FYE
9/30/2025
Quadplex Affordable Housing Project at 244 NW 16t" St.
$ 481,480
f. A budget variance based on the budget adopted under Section 189.016(4), Florida Statutes, before the
beginning of the fiscal year being reported if the Agency amends a final adopted budget under Section
189.016(6), Florida Statutes — is not applicable, as the Agency did not amend a final adopted budget
under Section 189.016(6), Florida Statutes.
Additional Matters
Section 10.554(1)(i)3., Rules of the Auditor General, requires that we address noncompliance with
provisions of contracts or grant agreements, or abuse, that have occurred, or are likely to have occurred,
that have an effect on the financial statements that is less than material but which warrants the attention of
those charged with governance. In connection with our audit, we did not have any such findings.
Purpose of this Letter
Our management letter is intended solely for the information and use of the Florida Legislative Auditing
Committee, members of the Florida Senate and the Florida House of Representatives, the Florida Auditor
General, and the Board of Directors and management of the Agency, and is not intended to be and should
not be used by anyone other than these specified parties.
PitieutromienR6
Miami, Florida
February 3, 2026
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANT'S REPORT ON COMPLIANCE
WITH SECTIONS 163.387(6) AND (7), FLORIDA STATUTES
The Board of Directors
City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park
West Community Redevelopment Agency:
We have examined the City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
(the Agency), a Component Unit of the City of Miami, Florida compliance with Sections 163.387(6) and (7),
Florida Statutes regarding the redevelopment trust fund during the year ended September 30, 2025.
Management is responsible for the Agency's compliance with those requirements. Our responsibility is to
express an opinion on the Agency's compliance based on our examination.
Our examination was conducted in accordance with attestation standards established by the American
Institute of Certified Public Accountants and, accordingly, included examining, on a test basis, evidence
about the Agency's compliance with those requirements and performing such other procedures as we
considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our examination provides a reasonable basis
for our opinion. Our examination does not provide a legal determination on the Agency's compliance with
specified requirements.
In our opinion, the Agency complied, in all material respects, with the aforementioned requirements for the
year ended September 30, 2025.
This report is intended solely for the information and use of the Florida Legislative Auditing Committee,
members of the Florida Senate and the Florida House of Representatives, the Florida Auditor General, and
the Board of Directors and management of the Agency, and is not intended to be and should not be used
by anyone other than these specified parties.
i af. P..n.
Miami, Florida
February 3, 2026
Attachment: File # 19144 Exhibit A (19144 : Retroactively Approve and Adopt SEOPW CRA Financial Statements and Audit Report, FY 2025-26.)
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2025 Audit Results and Required Communications
Report to Those Charged with Governance
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13453 SW 105* Ave, Miami, Florida 33176 / T. (305) 320-2502
February 3, 2026
Management and Board Members
City of Miami Southeast Overtown Park
West Community Redevelopment Agency
Miami, Florida
Dear Management and Board Members:
We are pleased to present the results of our audit of the basic financial statements of the City of Miami
Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment Agency (the "Agency") for the year ended
September 30, 2025.
This report summarizes our audits, the scope of our engagement, and key observations and findings from
our audit procedures for the year ended September 30, 2025. This report also contains the communications
required by our professional standards and by Government Auditing Standards.
The audit was designed to express an opinion on the Agency's 2054 basic financial statements. In
accordance with professional standards, we obtained a sufficient understanding of internal control to plan
the audits and to determine the nature, timing, and extent of tests to be performed. However, we were not
engaged to and we did not perform an audit of internal control over financial reporting.
This report is intended solely for the information and use of those charged with governance, and is not
intended to be and should not be used by anyone other than these specified parties.
We appreciate this opportunity to meet with you to discuss the contents of this report, and to answer any
questions that you may have about this report or any other audit -related matters. If you have any questions,
please contact Richie C. Tandoc, Partner in charge of the audit, at (305) 720-2502.
Very truly yours,
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2025 Audit Results and Required Communications
Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and Government Auditing Standards require the auditor to communicate
certain matters to those charged with governance that may assist in overseeing management's financial reporting and
disclosure process. Below is a summary of these required communications, and our response to each, as they apply to
the Agency as of and for the fiscal year ended September 30 2025.
Required Communication
Response
Auditors' Responsibilities Under Generally Accepted
Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Government Auditing
Standards (GAS)
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Agency's
financial statements based on our audit conducted in accordance
with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States
and Government Auditing Standards. Those standards require
that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether the financial statements are free of
material misstatement.
In addition, we are required to report on the Agency's internal
control over financial reporting and on compliance and other
matters. However, providing assurance on the internal control
or compliance with certain provisions of laws, regulations,
contracts, and agreements was not an objective of our audit, and
accordingly, we do not express such an opinion.
We have issued an unmodified opinion (i.e. clean opinion) on
the Agency's basic financial statements for the year ended
September 30, 2025.
We have also issued our report on the Agency's internal
control over financial reporting and on compliance and other
matters for the year ended September 30, 2025. We noted no
material weaknesses or material noncompliance issues.
Both reports were dated February 3, 2026.
Significant Accounting Policies
Initial selection of and changes in significant accounting
The Agency's significant accounting policies are described in
Note 1 to the financial statements.
Accounting principles selected by management are consistent
with those prescribed by government accounting standards,
and the Agency's financial statements and related disclosures
are clearly presented in a complete manner.
policies or their application and new accounting and reporting
standards during the year must be reported.
In addition, we must discuss our judgments about the quality,
not just the acceptability, of the accounting policies as applied
in the Agency's financial reporting.
Accounting Estimates
The preparation of the financial statements requires the use of
accounting estimates. We are required to inform those charged
with governance of such accounting estimates and about our
conclusions regarding the reasonableness of those estimates.
For fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, management's
judgment was called upon to establish the useful lives of
capital assets. We have determined that such estimates are
reasonable.
Methods of Accounting for Significant Unusual
Transactions and for Controversial or Emerging Areas
We are required to inform those charged with governance about
the methods used to account for significant unusual transactions
and the effects of significant accounting policies in
controversial or emerging areas for which there is a lack of
authoritative guidance or consensus.
We did not identify any significant unusual transactions by
the Agency or any significant accounting policies used by the
Agency related to controversial or emerging areas for which
there is a lack of authoritative guidance.
Significant and/or Unadjusted Audit Adjustments
We are required to inform those charged with governance about
auditor adjustments arising from the audit (whether recorded or
not) that could, in our judgment, have a significant effect,
individually or in the aggregate, on the Agency's financial
statements.
We had no significant or unadjusted audit adjustment during
the current year's audit. All adjustments made during the
audit were proposed by the Finance Officer, and approved by
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3.6.b
Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
2025 Audit Results and Required Communications
Required Communication
Response
Fraud and Illegal Acts
We are required to inform those charged with governance about
any and all fraud and illegal acts involving senior management
and any fraud and illegal acts (whether caused by management
or other employees) that cause a material misstatement of
financial resources.
We are not aware of any fraud or illegal acts that occurred
during the fiscal year involving senior management, or any
fraud or illegal acts involving any employee that would cause
a material misstatement of the financial statements.
Disagreements or Difficulties with Management
We are required to inform those charged with governance about
any significant disagreements or difficulties encountered with
management.
We did not encounter any significant disagreements or
difficulties with management during the course of the audit.
Major Issues Discussed with Management Prior to
Retention
We are required to inform those charged with governance about
any major issues discussed with management prior to retaining
us as auditors.
We did not discuss any major issues with management prior
to retaining us as your auditors.
Independence
We are required to communicate with those charged with
governance, at least annually, the following:
1. Disclose, in writing, all relationships between us and the
Agency and its related entities that, in our professional
judgment, may reasonably be thought to impede our
independence;
2. Confirm in writing that, in our professional judgment, we
are independent of the Agency in accordance with
generally accepted auditing standards and Government
Auditing Standards; and
3. Disclose any non -audit services performed for the Agency.
1. There are no relationships between us and the Agency
and its related entities that, in our professional judgment,
may reasonably be thought to impede our independence.
2. With regards to our audit of the Agency as of September
30, 2025, we are independent with respect to the
Agency, in accordance with Rule 101 of the American
Institute of Certified Public Accountants' Code of
Professional Conduct, its interpretations and rulings, and
Government Auditing Standards.
3. We have not performed any non -audit services for the
Agency during the fiscal year ended September 30,
2025, or thereafter, other than financial statements
preparation assistance.
Management Letter
We are required to issue a management letter responding to
certain requirements in accordance with the Rules of the Auditor
General of the State of Florida.
We have issued a management letter in accordance with the
Rules of the Auditor General of the State of Florida, dated
February 3, 2026.
We did not report any significant deficiencies or material
weaknesses therein.
Management Representations
We are required to communicate with those charged with
governance about representations requested from management.
We requested certain representations from management that
are included in the management representation letter dated
February 3, 2026.
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