HomeMy WebLinkAbout26316AGREEMENT INFORMATION
AGREEMENT NUMBER
26316
NAME/TYPE OF AGREEMENT
CENTER FOR BLACK INNOVATION, INC
DESCRIPTION
GRANT AGREEMENT FOR $1,500 TO CARRY OUT ARTS AND
CULTURE PROGRAMMING
EFFECTIVE DATE
October 7, 2026
ATTESTED BY
TODD B. HANNON
ATTESTED DATE
9/30/2026
DATE RECEIVED FROM ISSUING
DEPT.
10/8/2026
NOTE
Christine Forde-King
Board Chair
James McQueen
Executive Director
HAND DELIVERY: TRANSMITTAL FORM
DATE: October 7, 2026
TO: Mr. Todd Hannon, City Clerk
City Hall
3500 Pan American Drive
Miami, Miami -Dade, FL, 33133
FROM: Antonette English, Administrative Assistant
Southeast Overtown/ Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33136
RE: For your records Center for Black Innovation, Inc., grant agreement.
SOUTHEAST OVE:RTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
819 N.W. 2n° Avenue, 3'4 Floor I Miami, FL 33136
Tel (3051679-6800 I Fax (305) 679-6835 I http://www.miamicra.com
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GRANT AGREEMENT
This GRANT AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made as of this 7 day of OC Ibig 2026
("Effective Date") by and between SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, a public agency and body corporate created pursuant to Section 163.356,
Florida Statutes ("SEOPW CRA"), and CENTER FOR BLACK INNOVATION, INC., a Florida Not -For -Profit
Corporation ("Grantee") (collectively, the "Parties").
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the SEOPW CRA is a community redevelopment agency created pursuant to the Community
Redevelopment Act of 1969, currently codified in, Part III, Chapter 163, Florida Statutes (the "Act"), and is
responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its redevelopment area in
accordance with the 2018 Southeast Overtown/Park West Redevelopment Plan Update (the "Plan"); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 163.340(9) of the Act, "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 4 of the Plan lists the "creati[on of] jobs within the community..." as a
stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Goal 5 of the Plan lists "[p]romot[ing] and [m]arket[ing] the community —as a
[c]ultural and [e]ntertainment [d]estination ... that is attractive" as a stated redevelopment goal; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 4 of the Plan lists "restor[ing] a sense of community and unify[ing] the
area culturally" as a stated guided principle; and
WHEREAS, Section 2, Principle 6 of the Plan promotes "address[ing], improv[ing] ... and expand[ing]
economic opportunities of present and future residents... [which] entails both the support and enhancement of
existing businesses and local entrepreneurs" as a stated redevelopment principle; and
WHEREAS, Grantee is a Not -For -Profit Corporation that presents an array of arts & culture programming
within the redevelopment area during Historic Overtown's annual showcase Soul Basel; and
WHEREAS, on July 24, 2025, the SEOPW CRA Board of Commissioners (the `Board"), adopted
Resolution No. CRA-R-25-0037, establishing the Public Art Activation and Beautification Grant Program
("Program") for the purpose of enhancing visual attractiveness in the SEOPW CRA redevelopment area and
providing opportunities to Program applicants in an effort to preserve its rich and connect the community; and
WHEREAS, Grantee submitted an application to the Program, attached hereto as Exhibit "A," requesting
financial assistance from the SEOPW CRA and, in accordance with Program requirements, was selected to receive
a grant in an amount not to exceed One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars and Zero Cents ($1,500.00), which shall
be used solely to underwrite approved costs associated with carrying out its arts & culture programming (the
"Grant"); and
WHEREAS, the Parties wish to enter into this Agreement to set forth the terms and conditions relating to
the use of this Grant;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises of the Parties contained herein and other
good and valuable consideration, receipt, and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the SEOPW 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 SEOPW CRA hereby agrees to make available to 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 assist with the Program during the Term (as defined
in Section 4) of this Agreement, in accordance with the Program's approved scope of work and budget ("Program
Budget"), attached hereto as Exhibit "B." Grantee is aware that the SEOPW CRA is not obligated to expend
additional funds beyond the approved Grant amount.
4. TERM.
a. INITIAL TERM. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date written
above and shall terminate when the Grant of One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars and Zero Cents ($1,500.00) is
expended. However, the following rights of the SEOPW 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.
b. RETROACTIVE PAYMENTS. Grantee may claim reimbursement for expenses and activities
permissible under the terms of this Agreement and in accordance with the approved Program Budget, attached
hereto as Exhibit `B," that occurred after September 1st, 2025 and before December 31st, 2025.
c. RENEWAL OPTION. At the SEOPW CRA's sole option and discretion, this Agreement and
Grantee's grant may be renewed for one (1) additional one (1) year term.
5. DISBURSEMENT OF GRANT.
a. GENERALLY. Subject to the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement, the
SEOPW CRA shall make available to Grantee an amount not to exceed One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars and
Zero Cents ($1,500.00). In no event shall payments to Grantee under this Agreement exceed One Thousand Five
Hundred Dollars and Zero Cents ($1,500.00). Payments shall be made to Grantee or directly to vendors on behalf
of Grantee, only after receipt and approval of requests for disbursements in accordance with the approved Program
Budget.
b. REQUESTS FOR DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS. All requests for the disbursement of
funds by Grantee shall be submitted in writing to the SEOPW CRA by Grantee's authorized representative prior
to the termination of this Agreement. All such requests must be accompanied by supporting documents reflecting
the use of funds and/or expenditures incurred, and that the request is being made in accordance with the approved
Program Budget, as reflected in Exhibit `B," for expenditures incurred during the Term of this Agreement. For
purposes of this Agreement, "supporting documentation" may include invoices, receipts, photographs, and any
other materials evidencing the expense incurred. Grantee agrees that all invoices or receipts reflecting the expenses
incurred in connection to the Program shall be in Grantee's name, and not in the name of the SEOPW CRA in light
of Grantee's inability to bind the SEOPW CRA to any legal and/or monetary obligation whatsoever. The SEOPW
CRA reserves the right to request additional supporting documentation for any expenditures, and the SEOPW CRA
reserves the right to deny any and all requests it deems to be outside of the approved Program Budget. Grantee's
failure to provide additional supporting documentation or explanation regarding expenses incurred, when requested
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by the SEOPW CRA, shall serve as grounds for immediate termination of this Agreement, and Grantee solely shall
bear all costs associated with any expenditures not approved by the SEOPW CRA.
c. PRE -APPROVAL OF EXPENSES. Grantee agrees to submit to the SEOPW CRA all
requests for the expenditure of Grant funds for pre -approval by the SEOPW CRA. Failure to submit said requests
prior to incurring expenses may result in the Grantee bearing the costs incurred. The SEOPW CRA shall review
said requests to ensure that the expense sought to be incurred by the Grantee is an expense within the approved
Program Budget, attached hereto as Exhibit "B," and the SEOPW CRA reserves the right to deny any and all
requests it deems to be outside of the approved Program Budget.
d. APPROVAL OF BUDGET MODIFICATIONS. Grantee agrees to submit any and all
budget modifications, in writing, including line -item expenditures and descriptions, which exceed the budgeted
amount, to the Executive Director for approval.
e. CASH AND MOBILE PAYMENT TRANSACTIONS PROHIBITED. The Parties agree
that no payment will be made to Grantee as a reimbursement for any Program -specific expenditure paid in cash or
via mobile payment application(s), including, but not limited to, Cash App, Zelle, PayPal, and Venmo. Grantee
acknowledges that cash and mobile payment transactions are insufficient per se to comply with record -keeping
requirements under this Agreement.
f. NO ADVANCE PAYMENTS. The SEOPW CRA shall not make advance payments to
Grantee or Grantee's vendors for services not performed or for goods, materials, or equipment which have not been
delivered to Grantee for use in connection with the 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 SEOPW CRA activities in issuing the funds. SEOPW CRA agrees to provide notice of
said guidelines and other requirements to the Grantee in advance of requiring compliance with same. Without
limiting the generality of the foregoing, the 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 SEOPW 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 SEOPW CRA audit rights in Section 8(c) below, Grantee acknowledges and accepts the
SEOPW CRA right to access Grantee's records, legal representatives' and contractors' records, and the obligation
of Grantee to retain and to make those records available upon request, and in accordance with all applicable laws.
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Grantee shall keep and maintain records to show its compliance with this Agreement. In addition, Grantee's
contractors and subcontractors must make available, upon the SEOPW CRA request, any books, documents,
papers, and records which are directly pertinent to this specific Agreement for the purpose of making audit,
examination, excerpts, and transcriptions. Grantee, its contractors and subcontractors shall retain records related to
this Agreement or the Program for a period of five (5) years after the expiration, early termination or cancellation
of this Agreement.
b. REPORTS. Grantee shall deliver to the SEOPW CRA reports relating to the use of Grant
as requested by the SEOPW CRA, from time to time and as detailed herein. Failure to provide said reports shall
result in funds being withheld until Grantee has complied with this provision. Thereafter, continued failure by
Grantee in providing such reports shall be considered a default under this Agreement.
c. AUDIT RIGHTS. The SEOPW CRA shall have the right to conduct audits of Grantee's
records pertaining to the Grant and to visit the Program, in order to conduct its monitoring and evaluation activities.
Grantee agrees to cooperate with the SEOPW CRA in the performance of these activities. Such audits shall take
place at a mutually agreeable date and time.
d. FAILURE TO COMPLY. Grantee's failure to comply with these requirements or the
receipt or discovery (by monitoring or evaluation) by the SEOPW CRA of any inconsistent, incomplete, or
inadequate information shall be grounds for the immediate termination of this Agreement by the SEOPW CRA.
9. UNUSED FUNDS. Upon the expiration of the Term of this Agreement, Grantee shall transfer to
the SEOPW CRA any unused funds on hand at the time of such expiration, as defined in Section 4 of this
Agreement.
10. REPRESENTATIONS; WARRANTIES; CERTIFICATIONS. Grantee represents, warrants, and
certifies the following:
a. INVOICES. Invoices for all expenditures paid for by Grantee shall be submitted to the
SEOPW CRA for review and approval in accordance with the terms set forth in this Agreement. Grantee, through
its authorized representative, shall certify that work reflected in said invoices has, in fact, been performed in
accordance with the approved Program Budget set forth in Exhibit "B."
b. EXPENDITURES. Grant funds disbursed under this Agreement shall be used solely for
the Program in accordance with the approved Program Budget set forth in Exhibit "B." All expenditures of funds
shall be made in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement.
c. SEPARATE ACCOUNTS. This Grant shall not be co -mingled with any other funds, and
separate accounts and accounting records shall be maintained.
d. POLITICAL ACTIVITIES. No expenditure of this Grant shall be used for political
activities.
e. LIABILITY GENERALLY. Grantee shall be liable to the SEOPW CRA for the amount
of the Grant expended in any manner inconsistent with this Agreement.
f. AUTHORITY. This Agreement has been duly authorized by all necessary actions on the
part of, and has been, or will be, duly executed and delivered by Grantee, and neither the execution and delivery
hereof, nor compliance with the terms and provisions hereof: (i) requires the approval and consent of any other
party, except such as have been duly obtained or as are specifically noted herein; (ii) contravenes any existing law,
judgment, governmental rule, regulation or order applicable to or binding on any indenture, mortgage, deed of trust,
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bank loan, or credit agreement, applicable ordinances, resolutions, or on the date of this Agreement, any other
agreement or instrument to which Grantee is a party; or (iii) contravenes or results in any breach of, or default
under any other agreement to which Grantee is a party, or results in the creation of any lien or encumbrances upon
any property of Grantee.
11. NON-DISCRIMINATION. Grantee, for itself and on behalf of its contractors and sub -contractors,
agrees that it shall not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any
other protected class prescribed by law in connection with its performance under this Agreement. Furthermore,
Grantee represents that no otherwise qualified individual shall, solely, by reason of his/her/their 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 activityreceiving financial
assistance pursuant to this Agreement.
12. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. Grantee is familiar with the following provisions regarding conflict
of interest in the performance of this Agreement by Grantee. Grantee covenants, represents, and warrants that it
will comply with all such conflict -of -interest provisions:
a. Code of the City of Miami, Florida, Chapter 2, Article V.
b. Miami -Dade County Code, Section 2-11.1.
13. CONTINGENCY. Funding for this Agreement is contingent on the availability of funds and
continued authorization for Program activities and is subject to amendment or termination due to lack of funds or
authorization, reduction of funds, or change in regulations. The SEOPW CRA shall not be liable to Grantee for
amendment or termination of this Agreement pursuant to this Section.
14. MARKETING.
a. PUBLICATION. In the event Grantee wishes to engage in any marketing efforts, Grantee
shall, if approved by the SEOPW CRA in accordance with Section 14(b) below, produce, publish, advertise,
disclose, or exhibit the SEOPW CRA name and/or logo, in acknowledgement of the SEOPW CRA contribution to
the Program, in all forms of media and communications created by Grantee for the purpose of publication,
promotion, illustration, advertising, trade, or any other lawful purpose, including but not limited to stationary,
newspapers, periodicals, billboards, posters, email, direct mail, flyers, telephone, public events, and television,
radio, or internet advertisements, or interviews.
b. APPROVAL. The SEOPW CRA shall have the right to approve the form and placement
of all acknowledgements described in Section 14(a) above, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld.
c. LIMITED USE. Grantee further agrees that the SEOPW CRA name and logo may not be
otherwise used, copied, reproduced, altered in any manner, or sold to others for purposes other than those specified
in this Agreement. Nothing in this Agreement, or in Grantee's use of the SEOPW CRA name and logo, confers or
may be construed as conferring upon Grantee any right, title, or interest whatsoever in the SEOPW CRA name and
logo beyond the right granted in this Agreement.
15. DEFAULT. If Grantee fails to comply with any term or condition of this Agreement, or fails to
perform any of Grantee's obligations hereunder, and Grantee does not cure such failure within thirty (30) days
following receipt of written notice from the SEOPW CRA that such failure has occurred, then Grantee shall be in
default. Upon the occurrence of such default hereunder the SEOPW CRA, in addition to all remedies available to
it by law, may immediately, upon written notice to Grantee, terminate this Agreement whereupon all payments,
advances, or other compensation paid by the SEOPW CRA directly to Grantee and utilized by Grantee in violation
of this Agreement shall be immediately returned to the SEOPW CRA. Grantee understands and agrees that
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termination of this Agreement under this section shall not release Grantee from any obligation accruing prior to the
effective date of termination.
16. NO LIABILITY. In consideration for the issuance of Grant funds under this Agreement, Grantee
hereby waives, releases, and discharges the SEOPW CRA, the City of Miami, its officers, employees, agents,
representatives, or attorneys, whether disclosed or undisclosed, any and all liability for any injury or damage of
any kind which may hereafter accrue to Grantee, its officers, directors, members, employees, agents, or
representatives, with respect to any of the provisions of this Agreement or performance under this Agreement. Any
liability of the SEOPW CRA under this Agreement shall be subject to the limitations imposed by Section 768.28,
Florida Statutes.
17. SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE. In the event of breach of this Agreement by the SEOPW CRA,
Grantee may only seek specific performance of this Agreement and any recovery shall be limited to the funding
authorized for the services provided herein. In no event shall the SEOPW CRA be liable to the Grantee for any
additional compensation, other than that provided herein, and/or required in the approved Program Budget attached
hereto as Exhibit "B."
18. INDEMNIFICATION OF THE SEOPW CRA. Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend, protect and
hold harmless the SEOPW CRA and the City of Miami from and against all loss, costs, penalties, fines, damages,
claims, expenses (including attorney's fees) or liabilities (collectively referred to as "liabilities") for reason of any
injury to or death of any person or damage to or destruction or loss of any property arising out of, resulting from
or in connection with: (i) the performance or non-performance of the services, supplies, materials and equipment
contemplated by this Agreement or the Program, including risk of loss of artwork on display, or otherwise stored
within public premises for the duration of 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 SEOPW CRA, unless such injuries or
damages are ultimately proven to be the result of grossly negligent or willful acts or omissions on the part of the
SEOPW CRA; or (ii) the failures of the Grantee to comply with any of the paragraph's 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
SEOPW 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 participant would otherwise be limited to payments under
state Worker's Compensation or similar laws.
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If, in the reason of SEOPW CRA, -prevailing conditions warrant the provision by Grantee of
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20. DISPUTES. In the event of a dispute between the Parties as to the terms and conditions of this
Agreement, the Parties 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 Parties agree to resolve any disputes between them
arising from the alleged violation of the terms of this Agreement, in accordance with Section 18-105, of the Code
of the City of Miami, as amended ("City Code").
21. INTERPRETATION.
a. CAPTIONS. The captions in this Agreement are for convenience only and are not a part
of this Agreement and do not in any way define, limit, describe, or amplify the terms and provisions of this
Agreement or the scope or intent thereof.
b. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This instrument constitutes the sole and only agreement of the
Parties hereto relating to the grant, and correctly set forth the rights, duties, and obligations of the Parties. There
are no collateral or oral agreements or understandings between the SEOPW CRA and Grantee relating to the
Agreement. Any promises, negotiations, or representations not expressly set forth in this Agreement are of no force
or effect. This Agreement shall not be modified in any manner except by an instrument in writing executed by the
Parties. The masculine (or neuter) pronoun and the singular number shall include the masculine, feminine and
neuter genders and the singular and plural number. The word "including" followed by any specific item(s) is
deemed to refer to examples rather than to be words of limitation.
c. CONTRACTUAL INTERPRETATION. Should the provisions of this Agreement require
judicial or arbitral interpretation, it is agreed that the judicial or arbitral body interpreting or construing the same
shall not apply the assumption that the terms hereof shall be more strictly construed against one party by reason of
the rule of construction that an instrument is to be construed more strictly against the party which itself or through
its agents prepared same, it being agreed that the agents of both parties have equally participated in the preparation
of this Agreement.
d. COVENANTS. Each covenant, agreement, obligation, term, condition, or other provision
herein contained shall be deemed and construed as a separate and independent covenant of the party bound by,
undertaking or making the same, not dependent on any other provision of this Agreement unless otherwise
expressly provided. All of the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement shall apply throughout the term of
this Agreement unless otherwise expressly set forth herein.
e. CONFLICTING TERMS. In the event of a conflict between the terms of this Agreement
and any terms or conditions contained in any attached documents, the terms of this Agreement shall govern.
f. WAIVER. No waiver or breach of any provision of this Agreement shall constitute a
waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision hereof, and no waiver shall be effective unless
made in writing.
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g. SEVERABILITY. Should any provision contained in this Agreement be determined by a
court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable under the laws of the State of
Florida, then such provision shall be deemed modified to the extent necessary to conform with such laws, or if not
modifiable to conform with such laws, that same shall be deemed severable; and in either event, the remaining
terms and provisions of this Agreement shall remain unmodified and in full force and effect.
h. THIRD -PARTY BENEFICIARIES. No provision of this Agreement shall, in any way,
inure to the benefit of any third party so as to make such third party a beneficiary of this Agreement, or of any one
or more of the terms hereof or otherwise give rise to any cause of action in any party not a party hereto.
22. AMENDMENTS. No amendment to this Agreement shall be binding on either party, unless in
writing and signed by both parties.
23. DOCUMENT OWNERSHIP. Upon request by the SEOPW CRA, all documents developed by
Grantee shall be delivered to the SEOPW CRA upon completion of this Agreement, and may be used by the
SEOPW CRA, without restriction or limitation. Grantee agrees that all documents maintained and generated
pursuant to this Agreement shall be subject to all provisions of the Public Records Law, Chapter 119, Florida
Statutes. It is further understood by and between the Parties that any document which is given by the SEOPW
CRA to Grantee pursuant to this Agreement shall at all times remain the property of the SEOPW CRA and shall
not be used by Grantee for any other purpose whatsoever, without the written consent of the SEOPW CRA.
24. AWARD OF AGREEMENT. Grantee warrants that it has not employed or retained any person
employed by the SEOPW 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 SEOPW CRA any fee, commission percentage, brokerage fee, or gift of any
kind contingent upon or resulting from the award of grant funds.
25. NON-DELEGABILITY. The obligations of Grantee under this Agreement shall not be delegated
or assigned to any other party without the SEOPW CRA prior written consent which may be withheld by the
SEOPW CRA, in its sole discretion.
26. TERMINATION. The SEOPW CRA reserves the right to terminate this Agreement, at any time
for any reason upon giving five (5) days written notice of termination to Grantee. Should the SEOPW CRA
terminate this Agreement, the SEOPW CRA will be relieved of all obligations under this Agreement. In no way
shall the SEOPW CRA be subjected to any liability or exposure for the termination of this Agreement under this
Section.
27. 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 SEOPW CRA: Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
James D. McQueen, Executive Director
819 N.W. 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, FL 33136
Email: JMcQueen@a,miamigov.com
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With copies to: Vincent T. Brown, Esq., Staff Counsel
Email: VTbrown(a,miamigov.com
To Grantee:
Center For Black Innovation, Inc., a Florida Not -For -Profit Corporation
Zakiyya White, Authorized Representative
937 N.W. 3rd Avenue
Miami, Florida 33136
Email: zakiyya(&,,cfbi.org
28. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. Grantee, its contractors, subcontractors, employees, agents,
and participants in the Program shall be deemed to be independent contractors, and not agents or employees of the
SEOPW CRA, and shall not attain any rights or benefits under the civil service or retirement/pension programs of
the SEOPW CRA, or any rights generally afforded its employees; further, they shall not be deemed entitled to
Florida Workers' Compensation benefits as employees of the SEOPW CRA.
29. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS. This Agreement shall be binding upon the Parties hereto, and
their respective heirs, executors, legal representatives, successors, and assigns.
30. 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.
31. ANTI -HUMAN TRAFFICKING AFFIDAVIT. The Grantee confirms and certifies that it is not
in violation of Section 787.06, Florida Statutes, and that it does not and shall not use "coercion" for labor or
services as defined in Section 787.06, Florida Statutes. The Grantee shall execute and submit to the SEOPW
CRA an Affidavit in compliance with Section 787.06(13), Florida Statutes, attached an incorporated hereto as
Attachment "A." If Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Section, the SEOPW CRA may suspend or
terminate this Agreement immediately, without prior notice, and in no event shall the SEOPW CRA be liable to
Grantee for any consequential or incidental damages.
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 herein, and made a part of this
Agreement.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, in consideration of the mutual entry into this Agreement, for other good and
valuable consideration, and intending to be legally bound, the SEOPW CRA and Grantee have executed this
Agreement.
ATTEST:
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Clerk of the Board
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
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By:
Vincent T. Brown, Esq.
General Counsel
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APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE
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Interim Director of Risk Management
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CENTER FOR BLACK INNOVATION,
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Exhibit "A"
Program Application
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SEOPW CRA Public Art Activation and Beautification Grant Program
SEOPW CRA PUBLIC ART ACTIVATION AND BEAUTIFICATION GRANT PROGRAM
GRANT APPLICATION
SECTION 1: APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name: Center for Black Innovation
Primary Contact Person: Zakiyya White
Phone Number: 862-576-1795
Email Address:
ContactZakiyya@gmail.com , Zakiyya@cfbi.org
Website/social media (if applicable):CFB.org, @centerforblackinnovation
Is the organization a registered 501(c)(3) Non-profit? (If yes, please attach a copy of your tax-exempt
status.) yes
Federal EIN or State Registration Number: 47-2134965
SECTION 2: PROJECT OVERVIEW
Project Title:
Type of Grant Requested (Please check box):
Ck Tier 1 ($5,000)
❑ Tier 2 ($15,000)
❑ Tier 2 ($30,000)
SECTION 3: EVENT/ACTIVATION DETAILS
Event Type (Art Installation, Festival, Historical Exhibit, etc.): Youth Art Civic Engagement & Beautification Event
The Overtown Youth Civic Leadership & Art Activation engages 25 middle and
Description of Event/Activation (max 300 words): high school students in documenting their neighborhoods meaning through
collaborative art with local artist Reginald O'Neal, creating five permanent
Date(s) and Time(s): December 6th and 7th
Location(s):
Center for Black Innovation
NON-TIF (Tax Increment Financing) funding is used to support this program.
SEOPW CRA Public Art Activation and Beautification Grant Program
Will the event take place at a public venue?
Lix Yes
❑ No
Is this a private venue with substantial public access?
4 Yes
❑ No
Estimated Attendance:
Is this event (check all that apply)
4 Family Friendly
❑ For Profit
❑ Open to the Public
❑ Requiring an Admission Fee
SECTION 4: EDUCATIONAL OR HISTORICAL RELEVANCE
How does your project include an educational or historical component, or highlight SEOPW CRA
redevelopment? (Maximum of 300 words)
As Overtown experiences rapid development, this program creates intentional space for 25 youth to document and
preserve their neighborhood before it's transformed. Through artist Reginald O'Neal's guidance, youth explore
"Remembering Home" —capturing the places, people, and stories that define Overtown for them. Their
collaborative artwork becomes a living historical archive of what Overtown means to current young residents
during this pivotal transition
The program teaches that civic engagement means having agency in shaping community narrative. Youth learn
their perspectives are valuable historical documentation —not secondary to adult or developer visions. By creating
public art, they practice cultural preservation and advocacy. The five permanent installations directly support
SEOPW CRA goals by beautifying public spaces while centering current residents' voices. Each piece becomes a
visible marker of youth presence, promoting walkability and placemaking. These installations create a youth-curated
cultural trail, ensuring their voices remain visible as the neighborhood evolves —honoring heritage while
embracing transformation.
SECTION 5: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
• How will your project involve or benefit the local Overtown community? (max 250 words)
This project is deeply rooted in Overtown's community infrastructure through partnerships with established
youth organizations: Booker T. Washington Senior High School, Optimist Club of Overtown, Overtown
Youth Center, Overtown Youth and Children Coalition. These partnerships ensure we reach youth already
embedded in community networks.
Youth Co -Design: Before the program, we engage youth in selecting art themes and installation locations,
centering their authentic vision rather than adult assumptions.
Intergenerational Mentorship: Local artist Reginald O'Neal provides mentorship, showing youth career
pathways while strengthening intergenerational bonds.
Permanent Community Benefit: Five art installations remain visible throughout Overtown, creating ongoing
pride and beautification. Youth can return to see their work, reinforcing ownership and belonging.
Accessibility: The program is completely free for students, includes meals and transportation, and removes
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SEOPW CRA Public Art Activation and Beautification Grant Program
SECTION 6: BUDGET BREAKDOWN
Provide a budget that includes:
• Artist fees
• Production costs
• Permits/security
• Venue/rental fees
• Other (please itemize)
Attach quotes/invoices where available.
SECTION 7: REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
❑ Proof of nonprofit or business registration
❑ IRS W-9 form
❑ Letters of support (optional but encouraged)
❑ Visual concept examples or mood board (if applicable)
Grant recipients are required to submit documentation after the event is completed that, at a
minimum, provides:
❑ Total amount spent on the event. (Copies of receipts and invoices are required for processing.)
❑ The number of attendees (not counting the applicant's organization or community partners).
❑ All metrics requested regarding the Events Program Expense & Reporting Form
❑ Failure to provide the information listed above within three months of the event's completion or
the deadline specified in the grant agreement may disqualify the applicant and the event from
future grant funding under this program.
NON-TIF (Tax Increment Financing) funding is used to support this program.
Exhibit "B"
Program Budget
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Art Basel BUDGET BREAKDOWN
SEOPW CRA Sponsorship/Grant Request: $1,500
DETAILED BUDGET - SWAG BAG ITEMS (CRA GRANT FOCUS)
YOUTH TAKE-HOME MATERIALS - $1,500 (CRA GRANT REQUEST)
Item Quantity Unit Cost
Custom Suite 30
116 Shirts
$13.33
Total
Funding
Source
$400 CRA GRANT
Art Supply Sets 30 $23.33 $750 CRA GRANT
Artist 50 $2.00 $100 CRA GRANT
Postcards
(Printing)
Misc Program N/A $250 CRA GRANT
Supplies/Snack
s
Custom Swag 30 DONATED $0 IN -KIND
Bags
SUBTOTAL -
CRA GRANT
$1,500
Quantity Note: 30 total bags account for 25 youth participants plus 5 staff/volunteers involved
in program delivery.
Breakdown of Art Supply Sets (per person):
• Sketchbook or drawing pad
• Set of colored pencils or markers
• Paintbrush set
• Small watercolor or acrylic paint set
• Small wood panel for personal artwork
• Pencils and erasers
Suite 116 Shirts: Custom -designed t-shirts from Overtown-based clothing brand Suite 116,
reinforcing local business support and community pride. Shirts will feature program branding
and Overtown identity.
Artist Postcards: Personalized postcards designed and signed by Reginald O'Neal, creating
lasting mentor connection and keepsake from the experience.
Misc Supplies/Snacks: Additional art materials, refreshments, and supplies needed during the
program to support youth comfort and engagement.
Wood Panels: Small wood panels included in each swag bag allow students to continue
creating at home on a professional surface, extending their artistic practice beyond the program.
Swag Bags: Branded tote bags donated to carry all materials (30 bags - in -kind donation
valued at approximately $570).
Exhibit "C"
Insurance Requirements
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SPECIAL EVENTS INSURANCE
I. Commercial General Liability
A. Limits of Liability
Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability
Each Occurrence $1,000,000
General Aggregate Limit $ 2,000,000
Personal and Adv. Injury $ 1,000,000
Products/Completed Operations $ 1,000,000
B. Endorsements Required
City of Miami and SEOPW CRA listed ed as an additional insured
Primary Insurance Clause
Contingent and Contractual liability included
Host liquor included as applicable
City of Miami
444 SW 2nd Avenue
Miami, Florida 33130
Attn: Risk Management
Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency
819 NW 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor
Miami, Florida 33136
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 included as an Additional Insured
Letter may be provided if no auto exposure is anticipated
III. Worker's Compensation (IF APPLICABLE)
Limits of Liability
Statutory -State of Florida
Employer's Liability
C. 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
Letter may be provided, if less than (4) employees
Attachment A
Anti -Human Trafficking Affidavit
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ATTACHMENT A - ANTI -HUMAN TRAFFICKING AFFIDAVIT
The undersigned affirms, certifies, attests, and stipulates as follows:
1. The entity/individual is a nongovernmental entity authorized to transact business in the State of
Florida (hereinafter, "nongovernmental entity").
2. The nongovernmental entity is either executing, renewing, or extending a contract (including, but
not limited to, any amendments, as applicable) with the SEOPW CRA or one of its agencies,
authorities, boards, trusts, or other SEOPW CRA entity which constitutes a governmental entity
as defined in Section 287.138(1), Florida Statutes (2024). c. The nongovernmental entity is not in
violation of Section 787.06, Florida Statutes (2024), titled "Human Trafficking."
3. The nongovernmental entity does not use "coercion" for labor or services as defined in Section
787.06, Florida Statutes (2024).
Under penalties of perjury, pursuant to Section 92.525, Florida Statutes, I declare the following:
a) I have read and understand the foregoing Anti -Human Trafficking Affidavit and that the facts,
statements and representations provided in Section 1 are true and correct; and
b) I am an officer, a representative, or individual of the nongovernmental entity authorized to
execute this Anti -Human Trafficking Affidavit.
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