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AGREEMENT NUMBER
23340
NAME/TYPE OF AGREEMENT
GRANT AGREEMMENT
DESCRIPTION
SEOPW CRAAND SUITED FOR SUCCESS, INC. FILE ID:
8329/CRA RESOLUTION R-20-0029
EFFECTIVE DATE
October 1, 2020
ATTESTED BY
TODD B. HANNON
ATTESTED DATE
1/27/2021
DATE RECEIVED FROM
ISSUING DEPT.
1/28/2021
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This GRANT AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made as of this lr !/"(-0
("Effective Date") by and between the SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, a public agency and body corporate created pursuant to Section 163.356, Florida
Statutes ("CRA"), and SUITED FOR SUCCESS, INC., a Florida non-profit corporation ("Grantee").
RECITALS
A. WHEREAS, the CRA is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and
projects within its Redevelopment Area in accordance with the 2009 Southeast Overtown/Park West Community
Redevelopment Plan, as amended and restated (the "Plan"); and
B. WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 4, at page 11 of the Plan lists the "creat[ion of] jobs within the
community" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
C. WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 6, at page 11 of the Plan also lists "improving the quality of life for
residents" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
D. WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 4, at page 14 ofthe Plan provides "that employment opportunities
be made available to existing residents ... " as a stated redevelopment principle; and
E. WHEREAS, the Grantee is a nonprofit organization that offers career guidance, technology skills
training, job -search support, and professional attire to at -risk women, men, and youth within the Redevelopment
Area ("Program"); and
F. WHEREAS, the Program also provides assistance for unemployed and under -employed adults and
youth in the Overtown community by helping them gain professional skills that are necessary to accelerate their
job search, and ultimately find employment; and
G. WHEREAS, on December 14, 2020, the Board of Commissioners passed and adopted Resolution
No. CRA-R-20-0029 attached hereto as Exhibit "A", authorizing the issuance of a grant, in an amount not to
exceed One Hundred Ninety Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($190,000.00), to the Grantee to underwrite costs
associated with the Program (the "Grant"); and
H. WHEREAS, the parties wish to enter into this Agreement to set forth the terms and conditions
relating to the use of the Grant.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises of the parties contained herein and other
good and valuable consideration, receipt and sufficient of which is hereby acknowledged, the CRA and Grantee
agree as follows:
1. RECITALS. The Recitals to this Agreement are true and correct, and are incorporated herein by
referenced and made a part hereof.
2. GRANT. Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein and Grantee's compliance with all of
its obligations hereunder, the CRA hereby agrees to make available, to the Grantee, the Grant to be used for the
purpose and disbursed in the manner hereinafter provided.
3. USE OF GRANT. The Grant shall be used to underwrite costs associated with the Program, in
accordance with Scope of Work and Budget in Exhibit "B", attached hereto and incorporated herein. The CRA is not
obligated to expend additional funds beyond the approved grant.
4. TERM. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date written above and shall
terminate upon the earlier of one (1) year from the Effective Date written above, full disbursement of One Hundred
Ninety Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($190,000.00), or earlier as provided for herein; provided, however, that the
following rights of the CRA shall survive the expiration or early termination of this Agreement: to audit or inspect; to
require reversion of assets; to enforce representations, warranties and certifications; to exercise entitlement to remedies,
limitation of liability, indemnification, and recovery of fees and costs.
5. DISBURSEMENT OF GRANT.
a. GENERALLY. Subject to the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement, the CRA
shall make available to Grantee up to One Hundred Ninety Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($190,000.00). In no
event shall payments to Grantee under this Agreement exceed One Hundred Ninety Thousand Dollars and No
Cents ($190,000.00). Payments shall be made to Grantee or directly to vendors on behalf of Grantee, only after the
CRA has received and approved requests for disbursement in accordance with the CRA and Grantee approved Program
Budget.
b. AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES. Grantee understands and agrees that all
expenditures shall be in accordance with the Scope of Work and Project Budget as described in Exhibit "B". The CRA
shall review said requests to ensure that the expense sought to be incurred by the Grantee is an expense within the Budget
attached hereto as Exhibit "B". The CRA reserves the right to request additional supporting documentation for any
expenditures, and the CRA reserves the right to deny any and all requests it deems to be outside of the budget.
c. APPROVAL OF BUDGET MODIFICATIONS. Grantee agrees to submit any and all
budget modifications, in writing, including line -item expenditures which exceed budgeted amount, to the Executive
Director for approval.
d. REQUESTS FOR DISBURSEMENT OF GRANT. All requests for the disbursement of
grant funds by the Grantee shall be certified by the Grantee's authorized representative. All requests for
disbursement of grant funds must be in writing and must be accompanied by supporting documents reflecting the
use of grant funds and/or expenditures incurred, and that said request is being made in accordance with the
Program's approved scope of work and budget and for expenditures incurred during the Term of this Agreement,
as reflected in Exhibit "B". For purposes of this Agreement, "supporting documentation" may include invoices,
receipts, photographs, and any other materials evidencing the expense incurred. The Grantee agrees that all invoices
or receipts reflecting the expenses incurred in connection to the Program shall be in the name of the Grantee, and
not in the name of the CRA in light of the Grantee's inability to bind the CRA to any legal and/or monetary
obligation whatsoever. The CRA retains the right to request additional supporting documentation, or additional
explanation for any and all expenses incurred by the Grantee. Grantee's failure to provide additional supporting
documentation or additional explanation regarding expenses incurred shall serve as grounds for immediate
termination of this Agreement, and the Grantee shall bear the costs associated with any expenditures not approved
by the CRA prior to the date of termination. Grantee understands and acknowledges that the CRA shall not disburse
grant funds for any expense that has not been previously approved by the CRA in accordance with Section 5(b)
above, and that such expenses shall be borne solely by the Grantee.
e. CASH TRANSACTIONS PROHIBITED. The parties agree that no payment will be made
to Grantee as a reimbursement for any Program -specific expenditure paid in cash. Grantee acknowledges that a
cash transaction is insufficient per se to comply with record -keeping requirements under this Agreement.
f. NO ADVANCE PAYMENTS. The CRA shall not make advance payments to the Grantee
or Grantee's vendors for services not performed or for goods, materials or equipment which have not been delivered
to the Grantee for use in connection with the Program.
6. COMPLIANCE WITH POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. Grantee understands that the use of the
Grant is subject to specific reporting, record keeping, administrative and contracting guidelines and other
requirements affecting the CRA's activities in issuing the Grant. CRA agrees to provide notice of said guidelines
and other requirements to Grantee in advance of requiring compliance with same. Without limiting the generality
ofthe foregoing, Grantee represents and warrants that it will comply and the Grant will be used in accordance with
all applicable federal, state and local codes, laws, rules and regulations.
7. REMEDIES FOR NON-COMPLIANCE. If Grantee fails to perform any of its obligations or
covenants hereunder, or materially breaches any of the terms contained in this Agreement, the CRA shall have the
right to take one or more of the following actions:
a. Withhold cash payments, pending correction of the deficiency by Grantee;
b. Recover payments made to Grantee;
c. Disallow (that is, deny the use of the Grant for) all or part of the cost for the activity or
action not in compliance;
d. Withhold further awards for the Program; or
e. Take such other remedies that may be legally permitted.
8. RECORDS AND REPORTS/AUDITS AND EVALUATION.
a. PUBLIC RECORDS; MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS. This Agreement shall be subject
to Florida's Public Records Laws, Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. The parties understand the broad nature of these
laws and agree to comply with Florida's Public Records Laws, and laws relating to records retention. Moreover, in
furtherance of the CRA's audit rights in Section 8(c) below, the Grantee acknowledges and accepts the CRA's right
to access the Grantee's records, legal representatives' and contractors' records, and the obligation of the Grantees
to retain and to make those records available upon request, and in accordance with all applicable laws. The Grantee
shall keep and maintain records to show its compliance with this Agreement. In addition, the Grantee's contractors
and subcontractors must make available, upon the CRA's request, any books, documents, papers, and records which
are directly pertinent to this specific Agreement for the purpose of making audit, examination, excerpts, and
transcriptions. The Grantee, its contractors and subcontractors shall retain records related to this Agreement or the
Program for a period of five (5) years after the expiration, early termination or cancellation of this Agreement.
b. REPORTS. The Grantee shall deliver to the CRA reports relating to the use of the Grant to
the CRA on a monthly basis, including details regarding supportive services provided to residents of the Redevelopment
Area. Failure to provide said reports shall result in grant funds being withheld until the Grantee has complied with
this provision. Thereafter, continued failure by the Grantee in providing such reports shall be considered a default under
this Agreement.
c. AUDIT RIGHTS. The CRA shall have the right to conduct audits ofthe Grantee's records
pertaining to the Grant and to visit the Program, in order to conduct its monitoring and evaluation activities. The
Grantee agrees to cooperate with the CRA in the performance of these activities. Such audits shall take place at a
mutually agreeable date and time.
d. FAILURE TO COMPLY. The Grantee's failure to comply with these requirements or the
receipt or discovery (by monitoring or evaluation) by the CRA of any inconsistent, incomplete or inadequate
information shall be grounds for the immediate termination of this Agreement by the CRA.
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9. UNUSED FUNDS. Upon the expiration of the term of this Agreement, the Grantee shall transfer
to the CRA any unused Grant funds on hand at the time of such expiration.
10. REPRESENTATIONS; WARRANTIES; CERTIFICATIONS. The Grantee represents, warrants,
and certifies the following:
a. INVOICES. Invoices for all expenditures paid for by Grant shall be submitted to the CRA
for review and approval in accordance with the terms set forth in this Agreement. The Grantee, through its
authorized representative, shall certify that work reflected in said invoices has, in fact, been performed in
accordance with the Scope of Work and Budget set forth in Exhibit"B".
b. EXPENDITURES. Funds disbursed under the Grant shall be used solely for the Program
in accordance with the Scope of Work and Budget set forth in Exhibit "B". All expenditures of the Grant will be
made in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement.
c. SEPARATE ACCOUNTS. The Grant shall not be co -mingled with any other funds, and
separate accounts and accounting records will be maintained.
d. POLITICAL ACTIVITIES. No expenditure of Grant funds shall be used for political
activities.
e. LIABILITY GENERALLY. The Grantee shall be liable to the CRA for the amount of the
Grant expended in a manner inconsistent with this Agreement.
f. AUTHORITY. This Agreement has been duly authorized by all necessary actions on the
part of, and has been, or will be, duly executed and delivered by the Grantee, and neither the execution and delivery
hereof, nor compliance with the terms and provisions hereof: (i) requires the approval and consent of any other
party, except such as have been duly obtained or as are specifically noted herein; (ii) contravenes any existing law,
judgment, governmental rule, regulation or order applicable to or binding on any indenture, mortgage, deed of trust,
bank loan or credit agreement, applicable ordinances, resolutions, or on the date of this Agreement, any other
agreement or instrument to which the Grantee is a party; or (iii) contravenes or results in any breach of, or default
under any other agreement to which the Grantee is a party, or results in the creation of any lien or encumbrances
upon any property of the Grantee.
11. NON-DISCRIMINATION. The Grantee, for itself and on behalf of its contractors and sub-
contractors, agrees that it shall not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age,
disability, or any other protected class prescribed by law in connection with its performance under this Agreement.
Furthermore, the Grantee represents that no otherwise qualified individual shall, solely, by reason of his/her race,
sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other member of a protected class be excluded from the
participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving
financial assistance pursuant to this Agreement.
12. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. The Grantee is familiar with the following provisions regarding
conflict of interest in the performance of this Agreement by the Grantee. The Grantee covenants, represents and
warrants that it will comply with all such conflict of interest provisions:
a. Code of the City of Miami, Florida, Chapter 2, Article V.
b. Miami -Dade County Code, Section 2-11.1.
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13. CONTINGENCY. Funding for this Agreement is contingent on the availability of funds and
continued authorization for Program activities, and is subject to amendment or termination due to lack of funds or
authorization, reduction of funds, or change in regulations. The CRA shall not be liable to the Grantee for
amendment or termination of this Agreement pursuant to this Section.
14. MARKETING.
a. PUBLICATION. In the event the Grantee wishes to engage in any marketing efforts, the
Grantee shall, if approved by the CRA in accordance with Section 14(b) below, produce, publish, advertise,
disclose, or exhibit the CRA's name and/or logo, in acknowledgement of the CRA's contribution to the Program,
in all forms of media and communications created by the Grantee for the purpose of publication, promotion,
illustration, advertising, trade or any other lawful purpose, including but not limited to stationary, newspapers,
periodicals, billboards, posters, email, direct mail, flyers, telephone, public events, and television, radio, or internet
advertisements or interviews.
b. APPROVAL. The CRA shall have the right to approve the form and placement of all
acknowledgements described in Section 14(a) above, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld.
c. LIMITED USE. The Grantee further agrees that the CRA's name and logo may not be
otherwise used, copied, reproduced, altered in any manner, or sold to others for purposes other than those specified
in this Agreement. Nothing in this Agreement, or in the Grantee's use of the CRA's name and logo, confers or may
be construed as conferring upon the Grantee any right, title, or interest whatsoever in the CRA's name and logo
beyond the right granted in this Agreement.
15. DEFAULT. If the Grantee fails to comply with any term or condition of this Agreement, or fails
to perform any of the Grantee's obligations hereunder, and the Grantee does not cure such failure within thirty (30)
days following receipt of written notice from the CRA that such failure has occurred, then the Grantee shall be in
default. Upon the occurrence of such default hereunder the CRA, in addition to all remedies available to it by law,
may immediately, upon written notice to the Grantee, terminate this Agreement whereupon all payments, advances,
or other compensation paid by the CRA directly to the Grantee and utilized by the Grantee in violation of this
Agreement shall be immediately returned to the CRA. The Grantee understands and agrees that termination of this
Agreement under this section shall not release the Grantee from any obligation accruing prior to the effective date
of termination.
16. NO LIABILITY. In consideration for the Grant, the Grantee hereby waives, releases and
discharges the City of Miami, the CRA, its Board of Commissioners, officers, employees, agents, representatives, and
attorneys, whether disclosed or undisclosed, any and all liability for any injury or damage of any kind which may
hereafter accrue to the Grantee, its officers, directors, members, employees, agents, representatives, with respect
to any of the provisions of this Agreement or performance under this Agreement.
17. SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE. In the event of breach of this Agreement by the CRA, the Grantee
may only seek specific performance of this Agreement and any recovery shall be limited to the grant funding
authorized for the Services provided herein. In no event shall the CRA be liable to the Grantee for any additional
compensation, other than that provided herein.
18. INDEMNIFICATION OF THE CRA. The Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend, protect and hold
harmless the City of Miami, the CRA, its Board of Commissioners, officers, employees, agents, representatives, and
attorneys from and against all loss, costs, penalties, fines, damages, claims, expenses (including attorney's fees) or
liabilities (collectively referred to as "liabilities") for reason of any injury to or death of any person or damage to
or destruction or loss of any property arising out of, resulting from or in connection with: (i) the performance or
non-performance of the services, supplies, materials and equipment
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contemplated by this Agreement or the Program, whether directly or indirectly caused, in whole or in part,
by any act, omission, default, professional errors or omissions, or negligence (whether active or passive) of
the Grantee or its employees, agents or subcontractors (collectively referred to as "Grantee"), regardless of
whether it is, or is alleged to be, caused in whole or part (whether joint, concurrent or contributing) by any
act, omission, default, breach, or negligence (whether active or passive) of the CRA, unless such injuries or
damages are ultimately proven to be the result of grossly negligent or willful acts or omissions on the pati of
the CRA; or (ii) the failures of the Grantee to comply with any of the paragraphs provisions herein; or (iii)
the failure of the Grantee, to conform to statutes, ordinances, or other regulations or requirements of any
governmental authority, federal, state, county, or city in connection with the granting or performance of this
Agreement, or any Amendment to this Agreement. Grantee expressly agrees to indemnify and hold harmless
the CRA, from and against all liabilities which may be asserted by an employee or former employee of
Grantee, any of subcontractors, or participants in the Program, as provided above, for which the Grantee's
liability to such employee, former employee, subcontractor, or patiicipant would otherwise be limited to
payments under state Worker's Compensation or similar laws.
19. INSURANCE. Grantee shall, at all times during the term hereof, maintain such insurance
coverage as provided in Exhibit "C" attached hereto and incorporated herein, All such insurance, including
renewals, shall be subject to the approval of the CRA, or the City of Miami (which approval shall not be
unreasonably withheld) for adequacy of protection and evidence of such coverage shall be furnished to the
CRA on Certificates of Insural lce indicating such insurance to be in force and effect and providing that it
will not be canceled, or materially changed during the performance of the Program under this Agreement
without thirty (30) calendar days prior written notice (or in accordance to policy provisions) to the CRA.
Completed Certificates of Insurance shall be filed with the CRA, to the extent practicable, prior to the
performance of Services hereunder, provided, however, that Grantee shall at any time upon request by CRA
file duplicate copies of the policies of such insurance with the CRA.
If, in the reasonable judgment of CRA, prevailing conditions warrant the provision by Grantee of
additional liability insurance coverage or coverage which is different in kind, CRA reserves the right to require
the provision by Grantee of an amount of coverage different from the amounts or kind previously required
and shall afford written notice of such change in requirements thirty (30) days prior to the date on which the
requirements shall take effect. Should Grantee fail or refuse to satisfy the requirement of changed coverage
within thirty (30) days following CRA's written notice, this Agreement shall be considered terminated on the
date the required change in policy coverage would otherwise take effect. Upon such termination, CRA shall
pay Grantee expenses incurred for the Program, prior to the date of termination but shall not be liable to
Grantee for any additional compensation, or for any consequential or incidental damages.
20. DISPUTES. In the event of a dispute between the Executive Director of the CRA and the
Grantee as to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Executive Director of the CRA and the Grantee
shall proceed in good faith to resolve the dispute. If the parties are not able to resolve the dispute within thirty
(30) days of written notice to the other, the dispute shall be submitted to the CRA's Board of Commissioners for
resolution within ninety
(90) days of the expiration of such thirty (30) day period or such longer period as may be agreed to by the
parties to this Agreement. The Board's decision shall be deemed final and binding on the parties.
21. INTERPRETATION.
a. CAPTIONS. The captions in this Agreement are for convenience only and are not a
part of this Agreement and do not in any way define, limit, describe or amplify the terms and provisions of
this Agreement or the scope or intent thereof.
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b. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This instrument constitutes the sole and only agreement of
the parties hereto relating to the Grant, and correctly set forth the rights, duties, and obligations of the parties.
There are no collateral or oral agreements or understandings between the CRA and the Grantee relating to the
Agreement. Any promises, negotiations, or representations not expressly set forth in this Agreement are of
no force or effect. This Agreement shall not be modified in any manner except by an instrument in writing
executed by the parties. The masculine (or neuter) pronoun and the singular number shall include the
masculine, feminine and neuter genders and the singular and plural number. The word "including" followed
by any specific item(s) is deemed to refer to examples rather than to be words of limitation.
c. CONTRACTUAL INTERPRETATION. Should the provisions of this Agreement require
judicial or arbitral interpretation, it is agreed that the judicial or arbitral body interpreting or construing the same
shall not apply the assumption that the terms hereof shall be more strictly construed against one party by reason of
the rule of construction that an instrument is to be construed more strictly against the party which itself or through
its agents prepared same, it being agreed that the agents of both parties have equally participated in the preparation
of this Agreement.
d. COVENANTS. Each covenant, agreement, obligation, term, condition or other provision
herein contained shall be deemed and construed as a separate and independent covenant of the party bound by,
undertaking or making the same, not dependent on any other provision of this Agreement unless otherwise
expressly provided. All of the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement shall apply throughout the term of
this Agreement unless otherwise expressly set forth herein.
e. CONFLICTING TERMS. In the event of conflict between the terms of this Agreement
and any terms or conditions contained in any attached documents, the terms of this Agreement shall govern.
f. WAIYER. No waiver or breach of any provision of this Agreement shall constitute a
waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision hereof, and no waiver shall be effective unless
made in writing.
g. SEVERABILITY. Should any provision contained in this Agreement be determined by a
court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal or otherwise unenforceable under the laws of the State of
Florida, then such provision shall be deemed modified to the extent necessary in order to conform with such laws,
or if not modifiable to conform with such laws, that same shall be deemed severable, and in either event, the
remaining terms and provisions of this Agreement shall remain unmodified and in full force and effect.
h. THIRD -PARTY BENEFICIARIES. No provision of this Agreement shall, in any way,
inure to the benefit of any third party so as to make such third party a beneficiary of this Agreement, or of any one
or more of the terms hereof or otherwise give rise to any cause of action in any party not a party hereto.
22. AMENDMENTS. No amendment to this Agreement shall be binding on either party, unless in
writing and signed by both parties.
23. DOCUMENT OWNERSHIP. Upon request by the CRA, all documents developed by the Grantee
shall be delivered to the CRA upon completion of this Agreement, and may be used by the CRA, without restriction
or limitation. The Grantee agrees that all documents maintained and generated pursuant to this Agreement shall be
subject to all provisions of the Public Records Law, Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. It is further understood by and
between the parties that any document which is given by the CRA to the Grantee pursuant to this Agreement shall
at all times remain the property of the CRA, and shall not be used by the Grantee for any other purpose whatsoever,
without the written consent of the CRA.
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24. AWARD OF AGREEMENT. The Grantee warrants that it has not employed or retained any person
employed by the CRA to solicit or secure this Agreement, and that it has not offered to pay, paid, or agreed to pay
any person employed by the CRA any fee, commission percentage, brokerage fee, or gift of any kind
contingent upon or resulting from the award of the Grant.
25. NON-DELEGABILITY. The obligations of the Grantee under this Agreement shall not be
delegated or assigned to any other party without the CRA's prior written consent which may be withheld by
the CRA, in its sole discretion.
26. CONSTRUCTION. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with
Florida law.
27. TERMINATION. The CRA reserves the right to terminate this Agreement, at any time for any reason
upon giving five (5) days written notice of termination to Grantee. If this Agreement should be terminated by the CRA,
the CRA will be relieved of all obligations under this Agreement. In no way shall the CRA be subjected to any liability
or exposure for the termination of this Agreement under this Section.
28. NOTICE. All notices or other communications which shall or may be given pursuant to this Agreement
shall be in writing and shall be delivered by personal service, or by registered mail, addressed to the party at the address
indicated herein or as the same may be changed from time to time. Such notice shall be deemed given on the day on which
personally served, or, if by mail, on the fifth day after being posted, or the date of actual receipt or refusal of delivery,
whichever is earlier.
To CRA:
To Grantee:
Cornelius Shiver, Executive Director
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33136
Email: CShiver(&,,miamigov.com
With copy to: Staff Counsel
819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33136
Sonia Jacobson, Director
Suited for Success, Inc.
1600 NW 3rd Avenue, Suite 111
Miami, FL 33136
Email: SJ@suitedforsuccess.org
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29. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. The Grantee, its contractors, subcontractors,
employees, agents, and participants in the Program shall be deemed to be independent contractors,
and not agents or employees of the CRA, and shall not attain any rights or benefits under the civil
service or retirement/pension programs of the CRA, or any rights generally afforded its employees;
further, they shall not be deemed entitled to Florida Workers' Compensation benefits as employees
of the CRA.
30. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties
hereto, and their respective heirs, executors, legal representatives, successors, and assigns.
31. MULTIPLE COUNTERPARTS AND ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES. This
Agreement may be simultaneously executed in multiple counterparts, all of which shall constitute one and
the same instrument, and each of which shall be deemed to be an original. The facsimile or other
electronically delivered signatures of the parties shall be deemed to constitute original signatures, and
facsimile or electronic copies hereof shall be deemed to constitute duplicate originals.
32. MISCELLANEOUS.
a. In the event of any litigation between the parties under this Agreement, the parties shall
bear their own attorneys' fees and costs at trial and appellate levels.
b. Time shall be of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.
c. All exhibits attached to this Agreement are incorporated in, and made a part of this
Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, in consideration of the mutual entry into this Agreement, for other
good and valuable consideration, and intending to be legally bound, the CRA and the Grantee have
executed this Agreement.
ATTEST:
Todd B. Hann
Clerk of the Board
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
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WITNESSES:
By: Angeline Evans (Jan 7, 202115:05 EST)
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SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, a
public agency and bo, +� orporate created pursuant
to Section 163.356, " . da S sj tes
By:
Cornelius Shi er
Executive D. ector
APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE
REQUIREMENTS:
By: Fk omiz (Jan 7, 202118:50 EST)
Anne Marie Sharpe
Director of Risk Management
SUITED FOR SUCCESS, INC., a Florida non-profit
corporation ("Grantee"):
By: Sonia Jacobs an 6.202118:27 EST)
Sonia Jacobson
Director
[SIGNATURE PAGE TO GRANT AGREEMENT]
EXHIBIT "A"
Resolution No. CRA-R-20-0029
Southeast Overtown/Park West
Community Redevelopment Agency
Legislation
CRA Resolution: CRA-R-20-0029
File Number: 8329
Final Action Date:12/14/2020
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTHEAST
OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A GRANT TO SUITED FOR SUCCESS,
INC., IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $190,000.00, TO UNDERWRITE
COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH JOB TRAINING AND OTHER EMPLOYMENT
SUPPORT SERVICES TO JOB SEEKERS FROM THE REDEVELOPMENT AREA
FOR 2020-2021; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE
ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY FOR SAID PURPOSE; FURTHER
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; FUNDS TO BE ALLOCATED FROM SEOPW TAX
INCREMENT FUND, ENTITLED "OTHER GRANTS AND AIDS," ACCOUNT
CODE NO. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
WHEREAS, the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") is
a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and is responsible
for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its Redevelopment Area in
accordance with the 2009 Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"); and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 4 on page 11 of the Plan, lists the "creati[on of] jobs within the
community" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 6 on page 11 of the Plan, lists "improving the quality of life for
residents" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 4 on page 14 of the Plan provides "that employment
opportunities be made available to existing residents ..." as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, with client referrals from over 125 social service agencies, Suited for Success, Inc.
("SFS") offers career guidance, technology skills training, job -search support, and professional attire to
unemployed and underemployed women, men, and youth within the Redevelopment Area; and
WHEREAS, the organization provides assistance to adults and youth in the Overtown community
by helping them gain professional skills that are necessary to find employment and accelerate their job
search. Its skills training courses cover interviewing skills, appropriate attire, resume -writing skills and
assistance, financial literacy, and offer clients the opportunity to engage in mock interviews; and
WHEREAS, in the current state of emergency, SFS has continued to provide its services to
residents in need. In close partnership with local agencies such as Lotus House, SFS is conducts weekly
virtual trainings and workshops through their newly launched Virtual Career Center; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners (the "Board") has previously supported SFS on an
annual basis, as authorized by Resolution Nos. CRA-R-10-0064, CRA-R-11-0054, CRA-R-12-0074,
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File ID: 8329 Enactment Number: CRA-R-20-0029
CRA-R-13-0065, CRA-R-15-0003, CRA-R-16-0022, CRA-R-17-0015, CRA-R-18-0044, and CRA-R-19-
0034; and
WHEREAS, the Board wishes to authorize a grant to SFS, in an amount not to exceed
$190,000.00, to underwrite costs associated with training and other employment support services to job
seekers from the Redevelopment Area; and
WHEREAS, the Board finds that such a grant would further the aforementioned redevelopment
goals and objectives.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMI N TY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are
adopted by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. The Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes the issuance of a grant to Suited
for Success, Inc., in an amount not to exceed to $190,000.00, to underwrite costs associated with training
and other employment support services to job seekers from the Redevelopment Area for 2020-2021.
Section 3. The Executive Director is authorized to execute all documents necessary for the
purposes set forth above.
Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized to disburse funds, at his discretion, on a
reimbursement basis or directly to vendors, upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation.
Section 5. Funds are to be allocated from SEOPW Tax Increment Fund, entitled "Other
Grants and Aids," Account Code No. 10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
illiam Bloom, pedal ounsel 1"/8/2020
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EXHIBIT "B"
Scope of Work and Project Budget
Suited for Success
Grant Proposal
CRA
FY 2020-21
The mission of Suited for Success (SFS) is to promote the economic independence of
disadvantaged men, women and youth by providing employment skills training, professional
business attire for job interviews, a network of support and the career development tools to
help them thrive in work and in life. We strive to provide assistance for the unemployed and
under -employed adults and youth in the Overtown community helping them gain the
professional skills they will need to find employment, accelerate their job search and build
confidence through ongoing training sessions, one-on-one career coaching and networking
in a supportive environment.
History of Suited for Success
Founded in 1994, Suited for Success answered a vital need for career -building initiatives
after welfare reform was instituted. The Welfare Reform Act in 1996 set time restrictions for
recipients on public assistance, which in turn forced heads of households into low -wage
jobs. Because of the rapid increase in the number of poor, working adults, they had become
a much underserved segment of society. Through our programs and services, Suited for
Success was able to answer the needs of a growing, poverty-stricken workforce. Suited for
Success has seen over 60,000 individuals since inception through its men's, women's
(Dress for Success Miami), military veteran (Vets for Success), and youth programs.
Program Description
As a part of our program, job training classes are held in Overtown as well as at partnering
agencies throughout Miami -Dade County. Our skills training course prepares clients on a
variety of topics: Managing the job search; Interviewing skills; Proper dress; Resume
writing; Financial literacy; Mock interviews. Once training has been completed, clients are
given an appointment to receive business attire for their job interview.
Clients arrive at SFS by referral only from over 125 social service agencies, including
homeless shelters, domestic violence shelters, and welfare -to -work job training centers.
These partnering agencies refer clients to us while adhering to our strict referral criteria. In
an average year, over 1,000 clients will be served by SFS. Approximately 50% of our
clients are African -American, 45% are Hispanic and 5% are defined as "other" which
includes Asian -American, Native American and those who don't define their background.
Last year alone we provided services to 1,066 clients of which more than 370 adults and
youth came from the Overtown community.
Upon completion of the employment skills training course, clients receive an appointment at
the SFS office to get them ready for their interviews. Trained volunteers provide one-on-one
help and select a wardrobe appropriate for a job interview. Our volunteers are trained to
gently guide the clients through the selection process, making recommendations and
educating them on workplace expectations.
In 2019, we launched a new Mobile Career Center program, made possible with a custom
fitted RV donated by Simply Healthcare. With the new unit, we are able to take our suiting
program to our partner training locations and provide those clients with their suitings on the
same day, streamlining our process and getting clients interview -ready even faster. In the
first four months of the program, we served 46 individuals with the unit.
Each client, be it man or woman, who comes to SFS receives personal attention and is
treated with dignity and respect. Clients are encouraged to discuss their upcoming
interview, professional presentation, child-care plans, and other concerns. Creating a
positive environment for the client, SFS strives to stimulate self-confidence helping clients
overcome the fears associated with job interviewing.
Suited for Success wants to build upon our 25 successful years of providing programs that
support economic and social development to low-income clients who are entering or
returning to the workforce. When we assist a client with skills to enable them to feel more
confident in their job search and ultimately find employment we are helping a future
generation into systematic change. Everyday we work towards getting men, women and
their children out of poverty and into self-sufficiency by providing a cadre of services to
move them into self-sufficiency.
Over the past several months, we have made necessary updates to our programs and
operations in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our office and services were put on hold in
March 2020, and staff began working remotely. In May 2020, we launched our first virtual
workshop and opened our Virtual Career Center, providing one-on-one services to
jobseekers across South Florida. Virtual workshops have continued weekly, and have
garnered positive feedback, and we plan to incorporate this even after our in -person
services resume. With unemployment spiking across industries due to business closures
(both temporary and permanent) and furloughs, we opened these virtual services to the
wider community of job seekers and case managers to address this urgent need.
Operationally, we are reopening slowly and with added health and safety measures. We
deep cleaned and sanitized our office, and equipped staff to work remotely. As we reopen,
limited staff will be in the office to enable adequate social distancing. As we prepare to suit
clients again, we have created new guidelines for client and staff safety, including limiting
the number of clients seen per day, closing our dressing rooms, COVID surveys and
temperature checks, providing hand sanitizer, masks and disposable socks, disinfecting
between clients, and regular deep cleaning and sanitation of the entire office. We have also
implemented new contactless donation procedures for safer intake of donated items.
Suited for Success is requesting that the CRA consider our request for $190,000 per
year to fund our program for 2020-21. This funding will enable us to continue our
community training workshops, including the new virtual training, and to bolster our
outreach efforts to the community. We would also like to be considered for a two-year
renewal.
With funding from the CRA we will be able to continue to meet the demands of the many
people and agencies that call upon us for assistance. This past year we have had referrals
from the following agencies located within the CRA boundaries: Transitions, Inc., Overtown
Youth Center, YWCA, Camillus House, Urgent Inc., Better Way of Miami, NANA, Overtown
Business Resource Center, MDC Hospitality Training Institute, Chapman Partnership,
Booker T. Washington Senior High School and Touching Miami with Love. These are only a
partial list of the 125 agencies that refer clients to our office throughout the year.
We have established relationships with Amazon, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol, and
Capital One. In addition, Suited for Success is a member of the Overtown Children and
Youth Coalition, working with community partners to enhance the services in Overtown for
the underserved youth.
Our location in The Culmer Center, 1600 NW 3rd Avenue, in the heart of Overtown gives us
access to nearby space and training rooms which enhance our ongoing training programs.
Community Recognition
Over the past 20 years, SFS has received an enormous amount of community recognition.
Here are some highlights:
• Florida's Finest Award given my Governor Lawton Chiles
• Outstanding Community Service Award given by Vice President Al Gore and The
White House
• United Way Impact Partner & Service Award Winner
• Feature story on CNN December 2009
• Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Diamond Award Finalist
• Department of Juvenile Justice Award Winner
• South Florida Work Force Award Winner
• City of South Miami Trailblazer Award
• Women's Committee of One Hundred Award Winner
• City of Miami Award Winner
• Non -Violence Project Award Winner
• PACE Award Winner
• South Florida Women's Business Conference Award Winner
• National Association of Courts Award Winner
• Jewish Community Services multiple Award Winner
• Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce Award Winner
• Proclamations from Miami -Dade County, City of Miami, City of South Miami
SUITED FOR SUCCESS
0 DRESS FORSUCCESS®
MIAMI
Suited For Success
1600 NW 3rd Avenue #111
Miami, FL 33136
Proposed Budget
FY 2020-21
Description
Proposed Budget
Rent
$5,000
Telephone/Communications
$3,500
Project Staff Trainer
$45,000
Program Developer/Training Manager
$30,000
Overtown Community Liaison
$30,500
Program Manager
$45,000
Office Manager (Part-time)
$15,000
Marketing/Development/Outreach
$1,500
Insurance
$4,500
Mobile Unit
$10,000
TOTAL
$190,000
1600 NW 3rd Avenue, Suite 111 • Miami, FL 33136. 305.444.1944 • www.suitedforsuccess.org
EXHIBIT "C"
Insurance Requirements
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS - SUITED FOR SUCCESS, INC.
I. Commercial General Liability
A. Limits of Liability
Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability
Each Occurrence $1,000,000
General Aggregate Limit $2,000,000
Personal and Adv. Injury $1,000,000
Products/Completed Operations $1,000,000
B. Covered Exposures and Endorsements
City of Miami included as an additional insured
SEOPWCRA listed as an additional insured
Primary and Non Contributory Endorsement
Contingent and Contractual Liability
Premises and Operations
II. Business Automobile Liability (if applicable)
A. Limits of Liability
Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability
Combined Single Limit
Any Auto
Including Hired, Borrowed or Non -Owned Autos
Any One Accident $300,000
B. Endorsements Required
City of Miami listed as an additional insured
SEOPWCRA listed as an additional insured
III. Worker's Compensation
Limits of Liability
Statutory -State of Florida
Waiver of Subrogation
Employer's Liability
A. Limits of Liability
$100,000 for bodily injury caused by an accident, each accident
$100,000 for bodily injury caused by disease, each employee
$500,000 for bodily injury caused by disease, policy limit
IV. Professional/Error's & Omissions Liability (if applicable)
Combined Single Limit
Each Claim $ 250,000
General Aggregate Limit $250,000
Retro Date Included
The above policies shall provide the City of Miami with written notice of
cancellation or material change from the insurer not less than (30) days prior to any
such cancellation or material change.
Companies authorized to do business in the State of Florida, with the following
qualifications, shall issue all insurance policies required above:
The company must be rated no less than "A" as to management, and no less
than "Class V" as to Financial Strength, by the latest edition of Best's Insurance
Guide, published by A.M. Best Company, Oldwick, New Jersey, or its
equivalent. All policies and /or certificates of insurance are subject to review and
verification by Risk Management prior to insurance approval.
1 Suited for Success Grant Agreement 2021
Final Audit Report 2021-01-07
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By: Antonette English (aenglish@miamigov.com)
Status: Signed
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