City of Bowling Green and Pennoni Associates Inc.  Grant Projects Summary 6/24/2024  1) 2020 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project replacement, and lift station wet well lining. Project was designed by Pennoni in 2020. CDBG program is administered by Florida Commerce.  Project includes WWTF headworks improvements (grit classifier), water plant high service pump  City's grant administrator (Fred Fox Enterprises) is responsible for the CDBG application. City has been awarded CDBG funds for construction oft the project ($700,000). Final approval to bid the project is expected from Florida Commerce very soon, according to 2) WWTF Phase 2 Improvements (Advanced Wastewater Treatment for Public Access Reuse Project is to improve City's WWTF to allow it to produce public access reuse quality effluent to The project scope includes other WWTF improvements that are needed by the City (digester, Pennoni assisted Cityi in applying for aF FDEP FY: 2021-22 Water Protection Funds Grant. Pennoni assisted City in submitting required Grant documents, and the Grant Agreement has  Melissa Fox.  Capability)- FDEP Wastewater Grant  broaden its opportunities for effluent disposal.  splitter box, etc.)  $8.8r million 100% grant was awarded. been executed byt the City. Pennoni is currently designing the project.  3) South Septic to Sewer Improvements- - FDEP Wastewater Grant  Project is to expand the City's wastewater collection system on the souths side (area bordered by Hardee St to north, Edison Ave to east, Broward St to south, and Dixiana Dr to west). This area Pennoni assisted City in applying for al FDEP FY 2021-22 Water Protection Funds Grant. Pennoni assisted City in submitting required Grant documents, and the Grant Agreement has  currently mostly has septic tanks. been executed by the City. Pennoni is currently designing the project. Willr need City's assistance with community outreach. 4) FDEP Drinking' Water SRF Project - Water Main Replacement  City has been awarded a Planning Grant (50% grant/50% low interest loan, $75,000 in total Next stepi ist to submit Loan. Application package to FDEP. Pennoni has prepared most oft this and Scope of project is to replace old small diameter iron water mains at throughout the City that are First phase of project is Facilities Planning phase where the water mains most needing  funding).  City staff needs tot finish financial portions of application.  known to have tuberculation.  Project may alsoi includei installation of additional water main valves. replacement are determined, and project is otherwise planned.    Construction ofp project should bea able tot take advantage of "90% grant funding provided by FDEP  DWSRF program.  5) FDEP Drinking Water SRF Project-L Lead Service Lines  The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 1991 Lead and Copper Rule (LCR), inclusive of revisions, requires all public water systems to conduct and submit an inventory of all water Ina addition, a replacement plan must also be prepared to ensure all known Lead Service Lines Funding assistance was approved by the FDEP Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) in August 2023 in the amount of $225,000 (49% grant and 51% loan), which will initially fund  services lines by October 16, 2004. (LSLs) will be replaced within 10 years. inventory, design, and planning efforts. Pennoni is under contract to complete the project.  Similar supplemental funding is likely available for replacement as required.  Next step is submittal of FDEP Loan Application package (need City's completion of financial  aspects of Application). 6) Hwy 17 Utility Extension Project approximately one-half mile. Project was previously designed by Pennoni. the water main extension portion.  Project is to extend City water and wastewater utilities on Hwy 17 on south side of City by Design funding was through Hardee County Economic Development Authority (DEA). Estimated cost of project (3+ years ago) was $2.5 million for entire project or $750,000 for only Cost of project is likely considerably higher now, perhaps approximately $3.5 million for entire project and $1 millioni for only the water main extension portion of the project. City received $500,000 of grant funding from Hardee County DEA for construction of project two years ago, which was not enough to construct even the water main portion of project. The City was awarded an additional $500,000 by Hardee County DEA for construction of water Decision is needed to move forward with water main portion of project or wait on other funding to allow wastewater portion to also! be constructed (new appropriation request or other). 7) Legislative. Appropriation for New Generator for Water Production Wells 5 and 6 (LPA0467)  main portion of project.  Appropriation amount is $140,000.  Pennoni has prepared design plans including selection oft the generator.  Pennoni has assisted with procurement of the generator through Mid Florida Diesel through the  Florida Sheriffs Association Purchasing Program. Generator has beeni installed and tested.  Record drawings and 0&M manuals have been submitted to City. Pennoni is preparing payr request for City to receive appropriate funds.  8) Legislative. Appropriation for New WWTF Digester (LPA0468)  Appropriation amount is $500,000  Since the existing digester was recently rehabilitated, thei immediate need to construct: a new digester no longer exists (coatings that were improved on existing include a 10-year warranty). AI mechanical: screent fort the WWTF headworks ist the more immediate need. The proposed plan is to use the $500,000 Appropriation fora a new mechanical: screen. The Wells 5&6 68 generator LPA0467 appropriation amount of $140,000 is more than the  generator will cost to install (approximately: $90,000 total).    The City would then like to move the unused funding from the Wells5 5 & 68 generator Appropriation approximately $60,000) and add toi the $500,000 to pay for the mechanical Pennoni has the design of the mechanical screen nearly completed under the WWTF AWT Next stepi is to finalize LPA0468 Agreement with FDEP for the revised scope. 9) FDOT Small County Outreach (SCOP) Street Paving Project for. Jones Street (451527-1) Project is to mill and resurface a portion of Jones Street that is in poor condition. Kimley-Horn will design the project, and Pennoni will perform CEI services (FDOT requires  screen. project.  separate engineer toi inspect). FDOT grant is a 100% grantf for $99,248. Grant Agreement has been submitted to FDOT.  Last stepi is to submit Resolution (on agenda for next City Commission meeting).  10) FDOT Small County Outreach (SCOP) Street Paving Project for Desoto St, South Ave, and Chester  Ave  Citys staff/Kimley! Horn submitted grant application on 3/14/2024.  FDOT requires SCOP projects to be designed by one engineer (Kimley Horn) and construction  inspected by a separate engineer (Pennoni). Grant Application is under review by FDOT.  11) Legislative Appropriation for New Generator for Water Production Facility (L0008) City received $280,000a appropriation of new generator at' Water Production Facility. New generator will allow all facilities at WPF to have backup power including Well #4. Pennonii is completing documents for City needed by FDEP to draft funding agreement. Amount off funding may allow additional related electrical improvements to also be constructed  at WPF; Pennoni is looking into this. 12) Potential New FDEP Clean' Water SRF Project  City would likely be eligible for 80% grant/20% low interest loan for a new Clean Water SRF  Project. Eligible projects could be:  Project to expand sewer system north of Cityt to low-income area. replacement, sewer pipe lining, manhole replacement, manhole lining).  Inflow/Infiltration (1/I) improvements to City's wastewater collection system (sewer pipe Any other wastewater or stormwater project the City desires to pursue; however, grants are  given priority to I/I and septic to sewer projects.        Review purposes - CPA is worling  on Section 3. Will have available before meeling  RESOLUTION24-02  A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOWLING GREEN, FLORIDA RELATING TO THE STATE REVOLVING FUND LOAN PROGRAM; MAKING FACTUAL FINDINGS; AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A STATE REVOLVING FUND LOAN APPLICATION FOR PROJECT NUMBER LS-25029; AUTHORIZING THE LOAN PLEDGED REPRESENTATIVES TO PROVIDE ASSURANCES AND COMMITMENTS FOR THE LOAN APPLICATION; PROVIDING ASSURANCES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE  REVENUES;  DESIGNATING  AUTHORIZED  DATE  WHEREAS, Florida Statutes provide for loans to local government agencies to finance WHEREAS, Florida Administrative Code rules require authorization to apply for loans, to establish pledged revenues, to designate an authorized representative; toj provide assurances of compliance with loan program requirements; and to enter into a loan agreement; and  the construction of drinking water facilities; and  WHEREAS, the City of Bowling Green, Florida anticipates that the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Priority List for Fiscal Year 2024 ("Priority List") will designate the City's Lead Service Line Inventory Planning and Design  project, No. LS-25029 (the Project"), as eligible for available funding; and  WHEREAS, the City of Bowling Green, Florida anticipates that the State Revolving Fund Priority List will designate an authorized loan amount in the sum of $225,000.00 with principal forgiveness of $110.250.00 ("Project Financing") for construction oft the Project; and WHEREAS, the City of Bowling Green, Florida, intends to enter into a loan agreement with the Department of Environmental Protection under the State Revolving Fund to borrow the  Project Financing and repay the same over a term of years; and  WHEREAS, the expected amortization of the loan agreement for the Project is over a WHEREAS, the Project is a capital improvement to be financed in whole or in part by  period oft twenty (20) years; and  Page 1of3    the issuance of debt service; and  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF  BOWLING GREEN, FLORIDA, in a public meeting assembled this  day of  2024:  SECTION1. FINDINGS.  The foregoing findings are incorporated herein by reference and made aj part hereof.  SECTION2.. AUTHORIZATIONTO APPLY FOR. LOAN  The City Manager is hereby authorized to apply to the State Revolving Fund for a loan to finance the Project in the amount of the Project Financing, and the Mayor is authorized to affix  his signature upon that loan application. SECTION: 3. PLEDGE OF REVENUES after payment of debt service on the following:  The revenues pledged for the repayment of the loan are net water and sewer system revenues  (a) (b) (c) (d)  SECTION4 4. CITY MANAGER DESIGNATED AS AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE The City Manager is authorized to represent the City in carrying out the City's responsibilities under the loan agreement and to provide the assurances and commitments required by the loan application. The City Manager is authorized to delegate responsibility to appropriate City staffto carry out technical, financial, and administrative activities associated with the loan agreement. SECTION 5. MAYOR DESIGNATED AS AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR The Mayor is hereby designated as the authorized representative to execute the loan agreement which will become a binding obligation in accordance with its terms when signed by both parties and approved by  EXECUTION OF DOCUMENTS. AUTHORIZED BY COMMISSION.  the City Commission of the City ofl Bowling Green, Florida. SECTION 6. LEGALAUTHORITY.  Page 2 of3    The legal authority for borrowing moneys for the Project is 88 166.021 & 403.8532, Florida Statutes and Article II, Chapter 1, Code of Ordinances, City ofBowling Green, Florida.  SECTION 7. CONFLICTS hereby repealed.  All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with any oft the provisions oft this resolution are  SECTION8. SEVERABILITY  If any section or portion of a section of this resolution proves to be invalid, unlawful or unconstitutional, it shall not be held to invalidate or impair the validity, force or effect of any  other section or part oft this resolution. SECTION9. EFFECTIVE DATE  This resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage.  IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City of] Bowling Green, Florida, has duly adopted this Resolution and caused it to be executed by the officers below. The vote was:  This Resolution was read at the Regular Meeting of the City Commission held on the  day of  20  The vote was as follows:  Yes No Abstain Absent  Commssioner/Mayor Jones Commissioner Fite Commissionerl Lunn Commissioner Durastanti Commissioner Arreola ATTEST:  D D 0 0 0 0 D 0 D D  D D D 0 D  0 0 0 0 0  CITY OF BOWLING GREEN, FLORIDA  Charlette Ganas, City Clerk APPROVED ASTOFORM: Gerald T. Buhr, City Attorney  N'Kosi. Jones, Mayor  Page 3 of3        Lead Service Line Inventory Public Workshop Notice  The City of Bowling Green is required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to conduct an inventory of all potable water lines within the City. All water providers in the United States are required to complete their inventory prior to October 16, 2024. As part of this inventory the City is required to verify the pipe material of all water service lines and the presence of any lead pipe materials. The  goal of this inventory is to locate all lead water service lines.  The presence of lead in drinking water poses a potential health risk to customers especially children and pregnant women. To keep the City residents informed of upcoming inventory efforts, the City of Bowling Green is holding a public  workshop at the City Hall on July 9, 2024 at! 5 PM.  The Lead Service Line Inventory will be completed in two phases on or adjacent  to your property:  PHASE 1 - Locating all City water meters. This phase has already been  completed by the City.  PHASE 2 - Excavating water service lines to determine pipe materials. The City must provide reasonable proof of the material type via historical records, pipe excavation, etc. The excavation will likely include uncovering a small section of service line on both sides of the meter. This process will be completed and documented following the EPA's template with both Bowling Green and Pennoni  staff.  The City of Bowling Green and Pennoni (City Engineer) will handle all inventory efforts and no action will be required by the residents of Bowling Green. However, onsite knowledge of water service line location and materials can be  provided by the homeowners to assist the City.  Any further questions will be answered at the Public Workshop at City Hall on  July 9, 2024 at 5PM.  THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!        BOWLING GREEN, FLORIDA RESOLUTION24-03  RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF  FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION  THE CITY OF BOWLING GREEN BOARD OF CITY COMMISSIONERS AUTHORIZES THE EXECUTION OF A CERTAIN. AGREEMENT WITH THE: STATE  OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.  WHEREAS, City of Bowling Green, Florida, has the authority to enter into an Agreement with the State of Florida Department ofTransportation as authorized by thel Florida  Statutes;  NOWT THEREFORE, BE ITI RESOLVED by the BOARD OF CITY 1. The. Agreement for Financial Project No. 451527 15401 is approved. 2. The Mayor oft the Board of City Commissioners is hereby authorized to execute said Agreement with the State of] Florida Department of Transportation; 3. The Clerk oft the City of Bowling Green is hereby authorized and directed to transmit one (1) certified copy oft the Resolution to the State of Florida Department ofTransportation. ADOPTED by the CITY OF BOWLING GREEN CITY COMMISSIONERS this  COMMISSIONERS OF BOWLING GREEN, FLORIDA, that:  9th day of. July, 2024.  BOARD OF CITY COMMISSIONERS CITY OF BOWLING GREEN, FLORIDA  N'KOSI JONES, MAYOR  ATTEST:  DATE:  CHARLETTE GANAS, CLERK TO THE BOARD OF CITY COMMISSIONERS        DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEOFFLORIDAD DEPARTMENT OF1 TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 05/23  CPN: 451527-1-54-01 FPN: FPN:  Fund: SCOP-SCRC Org Code: 55014010106 Fund: Org Code: Fund: Org Code: Contract No:  FLAIR Category:. FLAIR Obj: FLAIR Category: FLAIR Obj;:. FLAIR Category:. FLAIR Obj:. Vendor No: F596000281007  County No:06-Hardee  THIS STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT ("Agreement) is entered into on  (This datei to be entered by DOT only)  by and between the State of Florida Department of Transportation, ("Department"), and the City of Bowling Green, Department and thel Recipient are sometimes referred toi in this Agreement as a "Party" and collectively as the "Parties". NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual benefits to be derivedi fromj joint participation on the Project, thel Parties 1. Authority: The Department is authorized to enter into this Agreement pursuant to Sections 334.044, 334.044(7),  ("Recipient'). The  agree tot the following:  and (select the applicable statutory authority fort the program(s) below):  Section 339.2817 Florida Statutes, County Incentive Grant Program (CIGP), (CSFA 55.008) Section 339.2818 Florida Statutes, Small County Outreach Program (SCOP), (CSFA 55.009) Section 339.2816 Florida Statutes, Small County Road Assistance Program (SCRAP), (CSFA55.016) Section 339.2819 Florida Statutes, Transportation Regional Incentive Program (TRIP), (CSFA 55.026) The Recipient by Resolution or other form of official authorization, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit "D", Recipient Resolution, and made a part of this Agreement, has authorized its officers to execute this Agreement 2. Purpose of Agreement: The purpose of this Agreement is to provide for the Department's participation in the design.construction. and construction engineering inspection of the milling andresurfacing ofa0.058 mile portion of Jones Street east of US 17 and west of W Central Avenue, as further described in Exhibit "A", Project Description and Responsibilities, attached to and incorporated into this Agreement ("Project"); to provide Department financial assistance toi the Recipient; state the terms and conditions upon which Department funds will bey provided; and to set forth the manner in which the Project will be undertaken and completed. 3. Term of the Agreement, Commencement and Completion of the Project: This Agreement shall commence upon full execution by both Parties and the Recipient shall complete the Project on or before 12/31/2028. If the Recipient does not complete the Project within this time period, this Agreement will expire on the last day of the scheduled completion as provided in this paragraph unless an extension of the time period is requested by the Recipient and granted in writing by the Department prior to the expiration of this Agreement. Expiration of this Agreement willl be consideredi terminationofthe! Project. The Recipient acknowledges thatr nofunding for thel Project willl be provided by the State under this Agreement for work on the Project that is nott timely completed and invoiced ina accordance with the terms of this Agreement, or for work performed prior to full execution of the Agreement. Notwithstanding the expiration of the required completion date provided in this Agreement and the consequent potential unavailability of any unexpended portion of State funding to be provided under this Agreement, the  Insert Legal Authority, Insert Funding Program Name, Insert CSFANumber  on its behalf.  Page 1of14    DocuSign Envelope ID:C CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C286  STATEOFFLORIDAI DEPARTMENT OFT TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  PROGRAMN MANAGEMENT 525-010-60  05/23  Recipient shall remain obligated to complete all aspects oft the Project identified in Exhibit' "A" in accordance w Execution of this Agreement by both Parties shall be deemed al Notice to Proceed to the Recipient for the design phase or other non-construction phases of the Project. If the Project involves a construction phase, the Recipient shall not begin the construction phase of the Project untilt thel Department issues a written Notice to Proceed for the construction phase. Prior to commencing the construction work described in this Agreement, the Recipient shall 4. Amendments, Extensions and Assignment: This Agreement may be amended or extended upon mutual written agreement of the Parties. This Agreement shall not be assigned, transferred or otherwise encumbered by the Recipient under any circumstances without the prior written consent oft the Department. 5. Termination or Suspension of Project: The Department may, by written notice to the Recipient, suspend any or all oft the Department's obligations under this Agreement for the Recipient's failure to comply with applicable laws or thet terms oft this Agreement until such time as the event or condition resulting in such suspension has ceased or been corrected. The Department may also terminate this Agreement in whole or in part at any time the interest of a. Ifthe Department terminates the Agreement, the Department shall notify the Recipient of such termination in writing within thirty (30) days of the Department's determination to terminate the Agreement, with instructions as tot the effective date of termination or to specify the stage of work at which the Agreement is b. Thel Parties toi this Agreement may also terminate this Agreement when its continuation would not produce beneficial results commensurate with thet further expenditure off funds. Int this event, the Parties shall agree C. Ifthe Agreement is terminated before performance is completed, the Recipient shall be paid only for that work satisfactorily performed for which costs can be substantiated. Such payment, however, may not exceed an amount which is the same percentage oft the contract price as the amount of work satisfactorily completed is a percentage of the total work called for by this Agreement. All work in progress on the Department right-of-way will become the property of the Department and will be turned over promptly by d. Upon termination of this Agreement, the Recipient shall, within thirly (30) days, refund to the Department any funds determined by the Department to have been expended in violation of this Agreement. a. The estimated cost of the Project is $101.373.00 (One Hundred One Thousand Three Hundred Seventy- Three Dollars). This amount is based upon the Schedule of Financial Assistance in Exhibit' "B", Schedule of Financial Assistance, attached and incorporated in this Agreement. The Schedule of Financial Assistance may be modified by execution of an amendment oft the Agreement by the Parties. b. The Department: agrees to participate int the Project cost up tot the maximum amount of $99,248.00 (Ninety- Nine Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Eight Dollars) and, additionally the Department's participation in the Project shall note exceed 97.86% of thet total cost of the Project, and as more fully described in Exhibit' "B". The Department's participation may be increased or reduced upon a determination of the actual bid amounts of the Project by the execution of an amendment. The Recipient agrees to bear all expenses in excess of the amount of the Department's participation and any cost overruns or deficits incurred in  the remaining terms of this Agreement, unless otherwise agreed by the Parties, in writing.  request al Notice to Proceed from the Department.  the Department requires such termination.  to be terminated.  upon the termination conditions through mutual written agreement.  the Recipient.  6. Project Cost:  connection with completion oft the Project.  The Department's participation in eligible Project costs is subject to, but not limited to:  i. Legislative approval of the Department's appropriation request in the work program year that the  Project is scheduled to be committed;  Page 2of14    DocuSign Envelope ID:C CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEOFFLORIDAD DEPARTMENT OFT TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 05/23  ii. Approval of all plans, specifications, contracts or other obligating documents and all other terms of il. Department approval of the Project scope and budget att the time appropriation authority becomes  this Agreement; and available.  7. Compensation and Payment:  a, The Department shall reimburse the Recipient for costs incurred to perform services described in the Project Description and Responsibilities in Exhibit "A", and as set forth in the Schedule of Financial b. The Recipient shall provide quantifiable, measurable, and verifiable units of deliverables. Each deliverable musts specify the requiredr minimum level ofservice to be performed andi the criteriai for evaluating successful completion. The Project and the quantifiable, measurable, and verifiable units of deliverables are described more fully in Exhibit "A", Project Description and Responsibilities. Any changes to the deliverables shall Invoices shall be submitted no more often than monthly and nol less than quarterly by the Recipient in detail sufficient for a proper pre-audit and post-audit, based on the quantifiable, measurable and verifiable deliverables as established in Exhibit' "A". Deliverables and costsi incurred must be received and approved by the Department prior to reimbursements. Requests for reimbursement. by the Recipient shall include an invoice, progress report and supporting documentation for the period of services being billed that are acceptable to the Department. The Recipient shall use the format for the invoice and progress report that d. Supporting documentation must establish that the deliverables were received and accepted in writing by the Recipient and must also establish that the required minimum standards or level of service to be performed based on the criteria for evaluating successful completion as specified in Exhibit "A" has been met. All costs invoiced shall be supported by properly executed payrolls, time records, invoices, contracts or vouchers evidencing in proper detail the nature and propriety of charges as described in Exhibit "F",  Assistance in Exhibit "B".  require an amendment executed by both parties.  is approved by the Department.  Contract Payment Requirements.  Travel expenses are not compensable under this Agreement.  Payment shall be made only after receipt and approval of deliverables and costs incurred unless advance payments are authorized byt the Chief Financial Officer of the State of Florida under Chapters 215: and 216, Florida Statutes or the Department's Comptroller under Section 334.044(29), Florida Statutes. Ifthel Department determines that the performance of thel Recipient is unsatisfactory, the Department shall notify the Recipient of the deficiency tol be corrected, which correction shall be made within at time-frame to bes specified! by the Department." The Recipient shall, withini thirty (30) days after notice from thel Department, provide thel Department with a corrective action plan describing how the Recipient will address alli issues of contract non-performance, unacceptable performance, failure to meet the minimum performance levels, deliverable deficiencies, or contract non-compliance. If the corrective action plan is unacceptable to the Department, the Recipient will not be reimbursed to the extent of the non-periormance. The Recipient will not be reimbursed until the! Recipient resolves the deficiency. Ift the deficiencyi is subsequently resolved, the Recipient may bill the Department for the unpaid reimbursement request(s) during the next billing period. If the Recipient is unable to resolve the deficiency, the funds shall be forfeited at the end of the Agreement's Recipients receiving financial assistance from the Department should be aware of the following time frames. Inspection and approval of deliverables and costs incurred shall take no longer than 20 days fromi the Department's receipt of the invoice. The Department has 20 days to deliver ar request for payment (voucher) to the Department of Financial Services. The 20 days are measured from the latter of the date the invoice is received or the deliverables and costs incurred are received, inspected, and  term.  approved.  Page 3 of14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEOFF FLORIDAI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 525-010-60  05/23  Ifap payment is not available within 40 days, as separate interest penalty at a rate as established pursuar to Section 55.03(1), Florida Statutes, willl be due and payable, ina addition to thei invoice amount, to the Recipient. Interest penalties of less than one (1) dollar will not be enforced unless the Recipient requests payment. Invoices that have tol be returned to al Recipient because of Recipient preparation errors will result in a delay in the payment. The invoice payment requirements do not start until a properly AV Vendor Ombudsman has been established within the Department of Financial Services. The duties of this individual include acting as an advocate for Recipient who may be experiencing problems in obtaining timely payment(s) from a state agency. The Vendor Ombudsman may be contacted at (850)4 413-5516. 9. The Recipient shall maintain an accounting system or separate accounts to ensure funds and projects are tracked separately. Records of costs incurred under the terms of this Agreement shall be maintained and made available upon request tot the Department at alli times during the period oft this Agreement andi forf five years after final payment is made. Copies of these documents and records shall be furnished to the Department upon request. Records of costs incurred include the Recipient's general accounting records and the project records, together with supporting documents and records, of the contractor and all subcontractors performing work on the project, and all other records of the contractor and subcontractors h. Progress Reports. Upon request, the Recipient agrees to provide progress reports to the Department in the standard format used by the Department and at intervals established by the Department. The Department will be entitled at alli times to be advised, at its request, as to the status of the Project and of If, after Project completion, any claim is made by the Department resulting from an audit or for work or services performed pursuant to this Agreement, the Department may offset such amount from payment due for work or services done under any agreement which it has with the Recipient owing such amouni upon demand, payment oft the amounti is not made within 60 days tot the Department. Offsetting any amount pursuant to this paragraph shall not be considered al breach of contract by the Department. The Recipient must submit the final invoice on the Project to the Department within 120 days after the completion of the Project. Invoices submitted after the 120-day time period may not be paid. k. The Department's performance and obligation to pay under this Agreement is contingent upon an annual appropriation by thel Legislature. Ift the Department's financial assistance for this Project is inr multiple fiscal years, a notice of availability of funds from the Department's project manager must be received prior to costs being incurred by the Recipient. See Exhibit "B" for funding levels by fiscal year. Project costs utilizing any fiscal year funds are not eligible for reimbursement if incurred prior to funds approval being received. The Department will notify the Recipient, in writing, when funds are available. In the event this Agreement is in excess of $25,000 and has at term for a period of more than one year, the provisions of Section 339.135(6)(a), Florida Statutes, are hereby incorporated:  completed invoice is provided to the Department.  considered necessary by the Department for a proper audit of costs.  details thereof.  "The Department, during any fiscal year, shall not expend money, incur any liability, or enter into any contract which, byi its terms, involves the expenditure of money in excess of the amounts budgeted as available for expenditure during such fiscal year. Any contract, verbal or written, made in violation of this subsection is null and void, and no money may be paid on such contract. The Department: shall require a statement from the comptroller of the Department that funds are available prior to entering into any such contract or other binding commitment of funds. Nothing herein contained shall prevent the making of contracts for periods exceeding 1 year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or agreed to be paid fori in succeeding fiscal years, andi this paragraph shall! bei incorporated verbatim in all contracts oft the Department which are for an amount in excess of $25,000 and which have at term for a period of more  than 1y year."  Page 4 of 14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEOFFLORIDAI DEPARTMENT OFTRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 05/23  m. Any Project funds made available by the Department pursuant tot this Agreement which are determined by the Department to have been expended by the Recipient in violation of this Agreement or any other applicable law or regulation, shall be promptly refunded in full to the Department. Acceptânce by the Department of any documentation or certifications, mandatory or otherwise permitted, that the Recipient files shall not constitute a waiver of the Department's rights as the funding agency to verify alli information n. Inc determining the amount of the payment, the Department will exclude all Project costs incurred by the Recipient prior to the execution oft this Agreement, costs incurred prior toi issuance of ai Notice to Proceed, costs incurred after the expiration of the Agreement, costs which are not provided fori in the latest approved Schedule of Financial Assistance in Exhibit' "B" for the Project, costs agreed to be borne by the Recipient or its contractors and subcontractors for not meeting the Project commencement and final invoice time lines, and costs attributable to goods or services received under a contract or other arrangements which  ata al later date by audit ori investigation.  have not been approved in writing by the Department.  8. General Requirements:  The Recipient shall complete the Project with all practical dispatch in a sound, economical, and efficient manner, a. The Recipient must obtain written approval from the Department prior to performing itself (through the efforts of its own employees) any aspect of the Project that will be funded under this Agreement. lfthis box is checked, then the Agency is permitted to utilize its own forces and the following provision applies: Use of Agency Workforce. In the event the Agency proceeds with any phase of the Project utilizing its own forces, the Agency will only be reimbursed for direct costs (this  and in accordance with the provisions in this Agreement and all applicable laws.  excludes general overhead).  b. The Recipient shall provide to the Department certification and a copy of appropriate documentation substantiating that all required right-of-way necessary for the Project has been obtained. Certification is required prior to authorization for advertisement for or solicitation of bids for construction of the Project, C. The Recipient shall comply and require its contractors and subcontractors to comply with all terms and conditions oft this Agreement and alli federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to this Project. d. Thel Recipient shall havet the sole responsibility for resolving claims and requests for additional work for the Project by the Recipient's contractors and consultants. Not funds willl be provided for payment of claims or additional work oni the Project under this Agreement withoutt the priorwritten approval oft the claim or request  including if no right-of-way is required.  for additional work by Department.  9. Contracts of the Recipient  a, The Department has the right to review and approve any and all third party contracts with respect to the Project before the Recipient executes any contract or obligates itself in any manner requiring the disbursement of Department funds under this Agreement, including consultant or construction contracts or amendments thereto. Ifthe Department exercises this right andi the Recipient fails to obtain such approval, the Department may deny payment to the Recipient. The Department may review the qualifications of any consultant or contractor and to approve or disapprove the employment of such consultant or contractor. b. Itisu understood and agreed by the parties hereto that participation by the Department in a project that involves the purchase of commodities or contractual services or the purchasing of capital equipment or the equipping of facilities, where purchases or costs exceed the Threshold. Amount for CATEGORY TWO per Chapter 287.017 Florida Statutes, is contingent on the Recipient complying in full with the provisions of Chapter 287.057 Florida Statutes The Recipient shall certify to the Department that the purchase of commodities or contractual services has been accomplished in compliance with Chapter 287.057 Florida Statutes Its shalll bet thes sole responsibility oft the Recipient to ensurei thata any obligations madei in accordance with this Section comply with the current threshold limits. Contracts, purchase orders, task orders,  Page 5of14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEOFFLORIDAI DEPARTMENT OFT TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 05/23  construction change orders, or any other agreement that would result in exceeding the current budg contained in Exhibit "B", or that are not consistent with the Project description and scope of service contained in Exhibit "A" must be approved by the Department prior to Recipient execution. Failure to obtain such approval, and subsequent execution of an amendment to the Agreement if required, shall be Participation by the Department inap project thati involves a consultant contract for engineering, architecture ors surveying services, is contingent on the Recipient's complying in full with provisions of Section 287.055, Florida Statutes, Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act. In all cases, the Recipient shall certify to the Department that selection has been accomplished in compliance with the Consultants' Competitive d. Ifthe Project is procured pursuant to Chapter 255, Florida Statutes, for construction services and the cost of the Project is to be paid from state-appropriated funds, then the Recipient must comply with the  sufficient cause for nonpayment by the Department.  Negotiation Act.  requirements of Section 255.0991, Florida Statutes. the following provisions are incorporated into this Agreement:  10. Design and Construction Standards and Required Approvals: In the event the Project includes construction  a. The Recipient is responsible for obtaining all permits necessary for the Project.  b. Int the event the Project involves construction on the Department's right-of-way, the Recipient shall provide  the Department with written notification of either its intent to:  Award the construction of the Project to al Department prequalified contractor which is the lowest and best bidder in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, rules, and regulations. The Recipient shall then submit a copy of the bid tally sheet(s) and awarded bid contract, or ii. Construct the Project utilizing existing Recipient employees, if the Recipient can complete saia Project within thet timet frame seti forthi int this Agreement. Thel Recipient's use oft this optioni is subject The Recipient shall hire a qualified contractor using the Recipient's normal bid procedures to perform the construction work fort the Project. For projects that are not located on the Department's right-of-way, the Recipient is not required to hire a contractor prequalified by the Department unless the Department notifies the Recipient prior tol letting that they are required to! hire a contractor prequalified by the d. The Recipient is responsible for provision of Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) services. The Department reserves the right to require the Recipient to hire a Department pre-qualified consultant firm that includes one individual that has completed the Advanced Maintenance of Traffic Level Training. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, design services and CEI services may not be performed by the same entity. Administration of the CEI staff shall be under the responsible charge of a State of Florida Licensed Professional Engineer who shall provide the certification that all design and construction for the Project meets the minimum construction standards established by Department. The Department shall have the right to approve the CEI firm. The Department shall have the right, but not the obligation, to perform independent assurance testing during the course of construction of the Project. Subject to the approval of the Department, the Recipient may choose to satisfy the requirements set forth in this paragraph by either hiring al Department prequalified consultant firm or utilizing Recipient staff that Thel Recipienti is responsible fort the preparation of all design plans for thel Project. Thel Department reserves the right to require the Recipient to hire a Department pre-qualified consultant for the design phase oft the Project using thel Recipientsnoral; procurement procedures to performi the designservices fort thel Proje Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, design services and CEI services may not b. performed by the same entity. All design work on the Project shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of all applicable laws and governmental rules and regulations and federal and state accepted design standards for the type of construction contemplated by the Project, including, as applicable, but not  to approval by thel Department.  Department.  meet the requirements oft this paragraph, or a combination thereof.  Page 60 of14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEOFF FLORIDAI DEPARTMENT OFT TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 05/23  limited to, the applicable provisions of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and the AASHTO Policy on Geometric Design of Streets and Highways. Ifany portion of the Project willl bel located on, under, or over any Department-owned right-of-way, the Department shall review the Project's design plans for compliance with all applicable standards of the Department, as provided in Exhibit "O", Terms and Conditions of Construction, which is attached to and incorporated into this Agreement. The Recipient shall adhere to the Department's Conflict of Interest Procedure (FDOT Topic No. 375-030- g. The Recipient will provide copies oft the final design plans and specifications andi final bid documents to the Department's Construction Project Manager prior to commencing construction of the Project. The h. The Recipient shall require the Recipient's contractor to post a payment and performance bond in Thel Recipient shall be responsible to ensure that the construction work under this Agreement is performed ina accordance with the approved construction documents, and that it will meet all applicable Recipient and Upon completion of the work authorized by this Agreement, the Recipient shall notify the Department in writing of the completion of construction of the Project; and for all design work that originally required certification by a Professional Engineer, this notification shall contain an Engineers Certification of Compliance, signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer, the form of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit "C", Engineers Certification of Completion. The certification shall state that work has been completed in compliance with the Project construction plans and specifications. If any deviations are foundi from the approved plans, the certification shall include al list of all deviations along with Thel Recipient shall provide thel Department with as-built plans of any portions oft the Project funded through  006).  Department will specify the number of copies required and the required format.  accordance with applicable law. Department standards.  an explanation that justifies the reason to accept each deviation.  the Agreement prior to final inspection.  11. Maintenance Obligations: In the event the Project includes construction then the following provisions are  incorporated into this Agreement:  a. The Recipient agrees to maintain any portion of the Project not located on the State Highway System constructed under this Agreement for its useful life. If the Recipient constructs any improvement on  Departmentrghtolway, thel Recipient  shall shall not  maintain thei improvements located on the Department rignt-ol-waymade for their useful life. Ifthe Recipient is required to maintain Project improvements located on the Department right-of-way beyond final acceptance, then Recipient shall, prior to any disbursement of the State funding provided under this Agreement, also execute a Maintenance Memorandum of Agreement in a form that is acceptable to the Department. The Recipient has agreed to the foregoing by resolution, and such resolution is attached and incorporated into this Agreement as Exhibit "D". This provision will survive termination oft this Agreement. 12. State Single Audit: The administration of resources awarded through the Department to the Recipient by this Agreement may be subject to audits and/or monitoring by the Department. The following requirements do not limit the authority of the Department to conduct or arrange for the conduct of additional audits or evaluations of state financial assistance or limit the authority of any state agency inspector general, the Auditor General, or any other state official. The Recipient shall comply with all audit and audit reporting requirements as specified below. a. Ina addition to reviews of audits conducted in accordance with Section 215.97, Florida Statutes, monitoring procedures to monitor the Recipient's use of state financial assistance may include but not be limited to on- site visits by Department staff and/or other procedures including, reviewing any required performance and  Page 7of14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEOFFLORIDAD DEPARTMENT OF1 TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMN MANAGEMENT 05/23  financial reports, following up, ensuring corrective action, and issuing management decisions weaknesses found through audits whent those findings pertaintos state financial assistance awarded throuy.. the Department by this Agreement. By entering into this Agreement, the Recipient agrees to comply and cooperate fully with any monitoring proceduresiprocesses deemed appropriate by the Department. The Recipient further agrees to comply and cooperate with any inspections, reviews, investigations, or audits deemed necessary by the Department, the Department of Financial Services (DFS) or the Auditor General. b. The Recipient, ar nonstate entity as defined by Section 215.97(2)(n), Florida Statutes, as a recipient of state financial assistance awarded by the Department through this Agreement is subject to the following  requirements:  Int the event the Recipient meets the audit threshold requirements established by Section 215.97, Florida Statutes, thel Recipient must! have a State single or project-specific: audit conducted for such fiscal year in accordance with Section 215.97, Florida Statutes; applicable rules of thel Department of Financial Services; and Chapters 10.550 (local governmental entities) or 10.650 (nonprofit and for-profit organizations), Rules of the Auditor General. Exhibit "J", State Financial Assistance (Florida Single Audit Act) tot this Agreementi indicates state financial assistance awarded through thel Department byt this Agreementn needed byt the Recipient toi further comply with ther requirements of Section 215.97, Florida Statutes. In determining the state financial assistance expended in a fiscal year, the Recipient shall consider all sources of state financial assistance, including state financial assistance received from the Department by this Agreement, other state agencies and other nonstate entities. State financial assistance does not include Federal direct or pass-through awards and resources received by ai nonstate entity for Federal program matching requirements. ii. Inc connection with the audit requirements, the Recipient shall ensure that the audit complies with the requirements of Section 215.97(8), Florida Statutes. This includes submission of a financial reporting package as defined by Section 215.97(2)(e), Florida Statutes, and Chapters 10.550 (lo governmental entities) or 10.650 (nonprofit and for-profit organizations), Rules of the Audi. iii. In the event the Recipient does not meet the audit threshold requirements established by Section 215.97, Florida Statutes, the Recipient is exempt for such fiscal year from the state single audit requirements of Section 215.97, Florida Statutes. However, the Recipient must provide a single audit exemption statement to the Department at FDOTSingleAudit@dotstate.l.us no later than nine months after the end oft the Recipient's audit period for each applicable audit year. Int the event the Recipient does not meet the audit threshold requirements established by Section 215.97, Florida Statutes, in a fiscal year and elects to have an audit conducted in accordance with the provisions of Section 215.97, Florida Statutes, the cost of the audit must be paid from the Recipient's resources (ie., the cost of such an audit must be paid from the Recipient's resources iv. Inaccordance with Chapters 10.550 (local governmental entities) or 10.650 (nonprofit andi for-profit organizations), Rules of the Auditor General, copies of financial reporting packages required by  General.  obtained from other than State entities). this Agreement shall be submitted to:  Page 8 of 14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEOFF FLORIDAD DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 05/23  Florida Department of Transportation Office of Comptroller, MS2 24 605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-0405 Email: FDOTSingleAuditedotstate.f.us State of Florida Auditor General Local Government Audits/342 111 West Madison Street, Room 401 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1450 Email: flaudgen pcalgovl@audsile.lus  And  Any copies of financial reporting packages, reports or other information required to be submitted to thel Department shall be submitted timely in accordance with Section 215.97, Florida Statutes, and Chapters 10.550 (local governmental entities) or 10.650 (nonprofit and for-profit organizations), vi. The Recipient, when submitting financial reporting packages to the Department for audits done in accordance with Chapters 10.550 (local governmental entities) or 10.650 (nonprofit and for-profit organizations), Rules oft the Auditor General, should indicate the date the reporting package was delivered to the Recipient in correspondence accompanying the reporting package. vii. Upon receipt, and within six months, the Department will review the Recipient's financial reporting package, including corrective action plans and management letters, to the extent necessary to determine whether timely and appropriate corrective action on all deficiencies has been taken pertaining to the state financial assistance provided through the Department by this Agreement. If the Recipient fails tol have an audit conducted consistent with Section 215.97, Florida Statutes, the viii. Asa ac condition ofr receiving state financial assistance, thel Recipient shall permit the Department, or its designee, DFS or the Auditor General access to the Recipient's records including financial statements, thei independent auditor's working papers and project records as necessary. Records related to unresolved audit findings, appeals or litigation shall be retained until the action is The Recipient shall retain sufficient records demonstrating its compliance with the terms of this Agreement for a period of five years from the date the audit report is issued and shall allow the Department, or its designee, DFS or the Auditor General access to such records upon request. The Recipient shall ensure that the audit working papers are made available to the Department, or its designee, DFS or the Auditor General upon request for a period of five years from the date the audit report is issued unless extended in  Rules of the Auditor General, as applicable.  Department may take appropriate corrective action to enforce compliance.  complete or the dispute is resolved.  writing by the Department.  13. Restrictions, Prohibitions, Controls and Labor Provisions:  a. A person or affiliate who has been placed on the convicted vendor list following a conviction for a public entity crime may not submit al bid on a contract to provide any goods or services to a public entity; may not submit a bid on a contract with a public entity for the construction or repair of a public building or public work; may nots submit bids on! leases ofr real property to a public entity; may not be awarded or perform work as a contractor, supplier, subcontractor or consultant under a contract with any public entity; and may not transact business with any public entity in excess of the threshold amount provided in Section 287.017, Florida Statutes, for CATEGORY TWO for a period of 36 months from the date of being placed on the b. Ina accordance with Section 287.134, Florida Statutes, an entity or affiliate who has been placed on the Discriminatory Vendor List, kept! byt the Floridal Department of Management Services, may not submit al bid onacontractt to provide goods or services to aj public entity; may not submit al bid on a contract with aj public  convicted vendor list.  Page 9 of14    Docusign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEC OFF FLORIDAI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 05/23  entity for the construction or repair of a public building or public work; may not submit bids on leases of re property to a public entity; may not be awarded or perform work as a contractor, supplier, subcontractor. consultant under a contract with any public entity; and may not transact business with any public entity. Ane entity or affiliate who has had its Certificate of Qualification suspended, revoked, denied or have further been determined by the Department to be a non-responsible contractor may not submit a bid or perform work for the construction or repair ofa a public building or public work on a contract with the Recipient. d. Nofunds received pursuant tot this Agreement mayl be expendedi for lobbying thel Florida Legislature,judicial e. The Department shall consider the employment by any contractor of unauthorized aliens a violation of Section 274A(e) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. If the contractor knowingly employs unauthorized  branch, or any state agency, in accordance with Section 216.347, Florida Statutes. aliens, such violation will be cause for unilateral cancellation oft this Agreement.  The Recipient shall:  Utilize the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify system to verify the employment eligibility of all new employees hired by the Recipient during the term oft the contract; and ii. Expressly require any contractor and subcontractors performing work or providing services pursuant to the state contract to likewise utilize the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E- Verify system to verify the employment eligibility of all new employees hired by the contractor  and subcontractor during the contract term.  g. The Recipient shall comply and require its contractors and subcontractors to comply with all terms ar conditions oft this Agreement and all federal, state, andl locall laws and regulations applicable to this Projé  14. Indemnification and Insurance:  a. Itis specifically agreed between the parties executing this Agreement that it is not intended by any oft the provisions of any part of this Agreement to create in the public or any member thereof, a third-party beneficiary under this Agreement, or to authorize anyone not a party to this Agreement to maintain a suit for personal injuries or property damage pursuant to the terms or provisions of this Agreement. The Recipient guarantees the payment of all just claims for materials, supplies, tools, or labor and other just b. Tothe extent provided by! law, Recipient shalli indemnify, defend, and! hold harmless thel Department against any actions, claims, or damages arising out of, relating to, or resulting from negligent or wrongful act(s) of Recipient, or any ofi its officers, agents, or employees, acting within the scope oftheir office or employment, in connection with the rights granted to or exercised by Recipient hereunder, to the extent and within the limitations of Section 768.28, Florida Statutes. The foregoing indemnification shall not constitute a waiver of the Department's or the Recipient's sovereign immunity beyond the limits set forth in Florida Statutes, Section 768.28, nor shall the same be construed to constitute agreement by Recipient to indemnify the Department for the negligent acts or omissions of the Department, its officers, agents, or employees, or for the acts of third parties. Nothing herein shall be construed as consent by Recipient to be sued by third parties in any manner arising out of this Agreement. This indemnification shall survive the termination of Recipient agrees to include the following indemnification in all contracts with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, or subconsultants (each referred to as "Entity" for the purposes of the below indemnification) "To the extent provided by law, [ENTITY] shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the [RECIPIENTI and the State of Florida, Department of Transportation, including the Department's officers, agents, and employees, against any actions, claims, or damages arising out of, relating to, or resulting from negligent or wrongful act(s) of [ENTITYI, or any of its officers, agents, or  claims against the Recipient or any subcontractor, in connection with this Agreement.  this Agreement.  who perform work in connection with this Agreement:  Page 10of14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEOFF FLORIDAE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMN MANAGEMENT 05/23  employees, acting within the scope of their office or employment, in connection with the rights The foregoingi indemnification shall not constitute a waiver of the Department's or RECIPIENT!'S sovereign immunity beyond the limits set forth in Florida Statutes, Section 768.28. Nor shall the same be construed to constitute agreement by [ENTITY to indemnify [RECIPIENT! for the negligent acts or omissions of [RECIPIENT), its officers, agents, or employees, or third parties. Nor shall the same be construed to constitute agreement by [ENTITY] to indemnify the Department for the negligent acts or omissions of the Department, its officers, agents, or employees, or third d. The Recipient shall provide Workers' Compensation Insurance in accordance with Florida's Workers' Compensation law for all employees. If subletting any of the work, ensure that the subcontractor(s) and subconsultants have Workers' Compensation Insurance for their employees in accordance with Florida's Workers' Compensation law. If using "leased employees" or employees obtained through professional employer organizations ("PEO's"), ensure that such employees are covered by Workers' Compensation insurance through the PEO's or other leasing entities. Ensure that any equipment rental agreements that include operators or other personnel who are employees ofi independent contractors, sole proprietorships or partners are covered byi insurance required under Florida's Workers' Compensation law. e. Ifthe! Recipient elects to self-perform thel Project, ands such self-performancel is approved! byt the Department ina accordance with the terms of this Agreement, the Recipient may self-insure and proof of self-insurance shall be provided toi thel Department. Ifthe Recipient elects to hire a contractor or consultant to perform the Project, then the Recipient shall, or cause its contractor or consultant to carry Commercial General Liability insurance providing continuous coverage for all work or operations performed under the Agreement. Such insurance shall be no more restrictive than that provided by the latest occurrence form edition of the standard Commercial General Liability Coverage Form (ISO Form CG000 01) as filed for use in the State ofFlorida. Recipient shall, or cause its contractor to causet thel Departmentt to be made an Additional Insured as to such insurance. Such coverage shall be on an "occurrence" basis and shall include Products/Completed Operations coverage. The coverage afforded to the Department as an Additional Insured shall be primary as to any other available insurance and shall not be more restrictive than the coverage afforded tot thel Named Insured. The limits of coverage shall not be less than $1,000,0001 for each occurrence and notl less than a $5,000,000 annual general aggregate, inclusive of amounts provided by an umbrella or excess policy. Thel limits of coverage described herein shall applyt fullyt tot the work or operations performed under the Agreement, and may not be shared with or diminished by claims unrelated to the Agreement. The policy/es and coverage described herein may be subject to a deductible and such deductibles shall be paid by the Named Insured. No policy/ies or coverage described herein may contain or bes subject to al Retention or a Self-Insured! Retention unless the Recipienti is a state agency or subdivision oft the State of Florida that elects to self-perform the Project. Prior to the execution of the Agreement, and at all renewal periods which occur prior to final acceptance of the work, the Department shall be provided with an ACORD Certificate ofLiability Insurance reflecting the coverage described herein. The Department shall be notified in writing within ten days of any cancellation, notice of cancellation, lapse, renewal, or proposed change to any policy or coverage described herein. The Department's approval or failure to disapprove any policylies, coverage, or ACORD Certificates shall not relieve or excuse any obligation to procure and maintain the insurance required herein, nor serve as a waiver of any rights or defenses the Whent the Agreementi includes the construction ofa ar railroad grade crossing, railroad overpass or underpass structure, or any other work or operations within the limits of the railroad right-of-way, including any encroachments thereon from work or operations in the vicinity of the railroad right-of-way, the Recipient shall, or cause its contractor to,i in addition to the insurance coverage required above, procure and maintain Railroad Protective Liability Coverage (ISO Form CG 003 35) where the railroad is the Named Insured and where the limits are not less than $2,000,000 combined single limit for bodily injury and/or property damage per occurrence, and with an annual aggregate limit of not less than $6,000,000. The railroad shall also be added along with the Department as an Additional Insured on the policylies procured pursuant to the paragraph above. Prior tot the execution oft the Agreement, and at all renewal periods which occur prior to final acceptance of the work, both the Department and the railroad shall be provided with an ACORD Certificate of Liability Insurance reflecting the coverage described herein. The insurance described herein  granted to or exercised by [ENTITY.  parties. This indemnification shall survive the termination oft this Agreement."  Department may have.  Page 11of14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-8233752002B6  STATEOF FLORIDADEPARIMENT: OF TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 05/23  shall be maintained through final acceptance of the work. Both the Department and the railroad shall/ notified in writing within ten days of any cancellation, notice of cancellation, renewal, or proposed chan, to any policy or coverage described herein. The Department's approval or failure to disapprove any policylies, coverage, or ACORD Certificates shall not relieve or excuse any obligation to procure and maintain thei insurance required herein, nor serve as a waiver of any rights thel Department may have. When the Agreement involves work on or in the vicinity of utility-owned property or facilities, the utility shall be added along witht the Department: as an Additional Insured oni the Commercial Generall Liability policylies  procured above.  15. Miscellaneous:  a. In no event shall any payment to the Recipient constitute or be construed as a waiver by the Department of any breach of covenant or any default which may then exist ont the part of the Recipient and the making ofs such payment by the Department, while any such breach or default shall exist, shall in no way impair or prejudice any right or remedy available to the Department with respect to such breach or default. b. Ifany provision oft this Agreement is held invalid, the remainder of this Agreement shall not be affected. In such an instance, the remainder would then continue to conform to the terms and requirements of The Recipient and the Department agree that the Recipient, its employees, contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and subconsultants are not agents of the Department as a result of this Agreement. d. By execution of the Agreement, the Recipient represents that it has not paid and, also agrees not to pay, any bonus or commission for the purpose of obtaining an approval of its application for the financing e. Nothing in the Agreement shall require the Recipient to observe or enforce compliance with any provision or perform any act or do any other thingi in contravention of any applicable state law. Ifa any of the provisions oft the Agreement violate any applicable state law, the Recipient will at once notify thel Department iny writing in order that appropriate changes and modifications may be made by thel Department and the Recipient to This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which shall constitute the same Agreement. A facsimile or electronic transmission of this Agreement with a signature on behalf ofa a party will be legal and binding on such party. g. The Department reserves the right to unilaterally terminate this Agreement for failure by the Recipient to h. The Recipient agrees to comply with Section 20.055(5), Florida Statutes, and to incorporate in all This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. In the event of a conflict between any portion oft the contract and Florida law, the laws of Florida shall prevail. The Recipient agrees to waive forum and venue and that the Department shall determine the forum and This Agreement does not involve the purchase of Tangible Personal Property, as defined in Chapter 273,  applicable law.  hereunder.  the end that the Recipient may proceed as soon as possible with the Project.  comply with the provisions of Chapter 119, Florida Statutes.  subcontracts the obligation to comply with Section 20.055(5), Florida Statutes  venue in which any dispute under this Agreement is decided.  Florida Statutes.  16. Exhibits.  a. Exhibits A, B,D,F,and. J are attached to and incorporated into this Agreement.  b. K The Project will involve construction, therefore, Exhibit "C", Engineer's Certification of Compliance is  attached and incorporated into this Agreement.  Page 12of14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-895F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATEOFFLORIDAD DEPARTMENT OFT TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 05/23  C. Alternative. Advance Payment Financial Provisions are used ont this Project. Ifan Alternative Pay! Method is used on this Project, then Exhibit "H", Alternative Advance Payment Financial Provisions, is attached This Project utilizes Advance Project Reimbursement. If this Project utilizes Advance Project Reimbursement, then Exhibit' "K", Advance Project Reimbursement is attached and incorporated into this e. Aportion or all of the Project will utilize the Department's right-of-way: and, therefore, Exhibit O, Terms and Conditions of Construction in Department Right-of-Way, is attached and incorporated into this - The following Exhibit(s), in addition to those listed in 16.a. through 16.f., are attached andi incorporated  andi incorporated into this Agreement.  d.  Agreement.  Agreement. into this Agreement: g. Exhibit and Attachment List  Exhibit A: Project Description and Responsibilities Exhibit B: Schedule of Financial Assistance *Exhibit C: Engineer's Certification of Compliance Exhibit D: Recipient Resolution Exhibit F: Contract Payment Requirements *Exhibit H: Altemative Advance Payment Financial Provisions Exhibit J: State Financial Assistance (Florida Single Audit Act) *Exhibit K: Advance Project Reimbursement  *Exhibit O: Terms and Conditions of Construction in Department Right-of-Way  *Additional Exhibit(s):  *Indicates that the Exhibit is only attached and incorporated if applicable box is selected.  The remainder of this page intentionally left blank.  Page 13of14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-8B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  STATE OFF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OFT TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-010-60 PROGRAMMANAGEMENT 05/23  IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year written above.  RECIPIENT City of Bowling Green  STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION  By: Name: Title:  By: Name: Title:  Legal Review: By: Name:  Page 14 of14    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-62337520C2B6  AtF Form5 525-010-60eA  STATEOFFLORIDAT DEPARTMENT OF1 TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-011-0A PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 05/21  EXHIBIT A  PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES  FPN: 451527-1-54-01  This exhibit forms an integral part of the Agreement between the State of Florida, Department of Transportation and  City of Bowling Green (the Recipient)  PROJECT LOCATION:  The project is on the National Highway System. The project is on the State Highway System.  PROJECT LENGTH AND MILE POSTL LIMITS: 0.058 Milepost- 0.18/0.206  PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The general objective is for the City of Bowling Green to provide contract administration, management services, construction engineering and inspection services and quality acceptance reviews of all work associated with the design, construction, and CEI for the milling and resurfacing of Jones Street east of US 17  nd west of W Central Avenue and associated improvements.  Specifically and non inclusive, the following are included in the Scope of Services: 1.N Milling and Resurfacing or Overlaying the existing travel lanes according to City Specifications. 2. Identifying and obtaining any geotechnical investigation, analysis, and design dictated by the project needs. All geotechnical work necessary shall be performed in accordance with the governing regulations. 3. Construction Plans and Documentation provided for FDOT review at preliminary and final completeness.  4. Plan Specifications and bid packages tol be provided by final Plan review.  5.A professional Engineer, registered in the State of Florida, in responsible charge of the project's design shall professionally endorse (sign, seal and certify) the record plans, the special provisions and all reference and support  documents.  6. Signing and pavement markings to meet the latest MUTCD standards, as appropriate. 7. Construct or reconstruct, as appropriate, sideroad and driveway tumouts. unavoidable, disposition of the utility conflicts should be coordinated.  8. Coordination with utility owners during construction will be required to determine and avoid potential impacts. Where 9. Acquisition of all applicable stormwater and environmental permits in accordance with Chapter 62-25, Regulation of Storm water Discharge, Florida Administrative Code; Chapter 373 and 403, Florida Statutes; Chapters 40 and 62, Florida Administrative Code; Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899; Section 404 of the Clean' Water Act; and parts 114 and 115, Title 33, Jode of Federal Regulations. In addition, permitting required by local agencies shall be prepared in accordance with their  specific regulations. Acquisition includes all associated permit fees.  Page 10 of2    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  10. Provide Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) and Quality Assurance Engineering. under thej jurisdiction of local governments or other regional and state agencies. all required right-of-way! has been properly obtained and certified (if applicable). 13. The plans and specifications shall include appropriate provisions for maintenance of traffic.  11. Coordinate construction activities with other projects that are impacted by or impact this project. This includes projects 12. Construction oft this project will not commence until FDOT has approved the construction plans and specifications and  14. Upon completion of construction, Final As-built Construction Plans, signed and sealed by an Professional Engineer,  registered in the State of Florida, will be provided. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS BY RECIPIENT:  The Recipient is required to provide a copy of the design plans for the Department's review and approval to coordinate permitting with the Department, and notify the Department prior to commencement of any right-of-way activities. The Recipient shall commence the project's activities subsequent to the execution of this Agreement and shall perform in  accordance with the following schedule:  a)Design to be completed by: 06/30/2025 d)Right-of-Way to be certified by 06/30/2025 e) Construction contract to be let! by:12/31/2026 f) Construction to be completed by: 12/31/2028  c)Right-of-Way requirements identified and provided to the Department by 06/30/2025 -  If this schedule cannot be met, the Recipient will notify the Department in writing with a revised schedule or the project * Upon receipt of an invoice, the Department will have twenty, (20) working days to review and approve the goods and  subject to the withdrawal of funding. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS BY DEPARTMENT: services submitted for payment  Page 2 of2    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  AltF Form! 525-010-60eB  STATEOFFLORIDADEPARTMENT OFT TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT SCHEDULE OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE  525-011-OB MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 8/21 Page1 1of1  EXHIBIT B  RECIPIENT NAME & BILLING ADDRESS: City of Bowling Green P.O. Box 608 Bowling Green, FL33834  FINANCIAL PROJECT NUMBER: 451527-1-54-01  MAKMUMPARTIGPAION (2) $ $ $ 0.00 % $ $ $0.00 % $ $2,125.00 $2,125.00 2.14%  (1) $ $ $ 0.00 % $ $ $0.00 % $99,248.00 $2,125.00 $101,373.00 100.00% > $ $ 0.00 % $ $ $ 0.00 % $101,373.00  (3) STATEFUNDS Indicate source of Localf funds $ In-Kind Cash $ In-Kind Cash $0.00 % $ In-Kind Cash $ In-Kind Cash $0.00 % $99,248.00 In-Kind Cash $ In-Kind Cash $99,248.00 97.86% $ In-Kind J Cash $ In-Kind Cash $0.00 % In-Kind Cash $ In-Kind Cash $0.00 % $99,248.00  PHASE OF WORK by Fiscal Year: Design- Phase 34 Maximum Department Participation  TOTALPROJECTI FUNDS LOCALFUNDS  FY: FY:  (Insert Program Name) Maximum Department Participation (Insert Program Name).  Total Design Cost  Right-of-Way- Phase 44Maximum Department Participation  FY: FY:  (Insert Program! Name) Maximum Department Participation (Insert Program Name)  Total Right-of-WayCost  Construction- Phase! 541 Maximum' Department Participation  FY:2 2023/2024 FY:2023/2024  (SCRC) (LF)  Maximum Department Participation  Total Construction Cost  Construction Engineering and (Insert Program Name) Inspection- Phase 64 FY: FY:  Maximum Department Participation Maximum Department Participation (Insert Program! Name) Total Construction! Engineering andI Inspection Cost  $ $0.00 % $ $0.00 % $2,125.00  (Phase: FY: FY:  Maximum! Department Participation (Insert Program Name) Maximum Department Participation (Insert Program Name) TOTAL COST OF1 THE PROJECT  Total Cost  COST ANALYSIS CERTIFICATION. AS REQUIRED BY SECTION: 216.3475, FLORIDA: STATUTES: Section 216.3475, F.S. Documentation is onf file evidencing the methodology used and the conclusions reached.  Icertify that the cost for each line item budget category! has been evaluated and determined to be allowable, reasonable, and necessary as required by  Holly Randolph, Local Program Coordinator District Grant! Manager Name DocuSigned! by: 936697A4144B Signature  10/09/2023 I 4:19 PM EDT  Date    Docusign Envelope ID: COF17SC7-896F43A1AP2B-82397820C286  AltF Form! 525-010-60ec  STATEOFFLORIDADEPARTMENT OFTRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-011-0C MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 05/21 Paget 1of1  EXHIBIT C  ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE  Engineer's Certification of Compliance. The Recipient shall complete and submit thet following Notice of Completion and, if applicable, Engineer's Certification of Compliance to the Department upon  completion oft the construction phase oft the Project.  NOTICE OF COMPLETION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT Between and City of Bowling Green  THE STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION  PROJECT DESCRIPTION-The milling and resurfacing of a 0.058 mile portion of Jones Street  east of US 17 and west of W Central Avenue  FPID#: 451527-1-54-01  Ina accordance with the Terms and Conditions of the State-Funded Grant Agreement, the undersigned  provides notification that the work authorized by this Agreement is complete as of  20_  By: Name: Title:  ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE  Ina accordance with the Terms and Conditions of the State-Funded Grant Agreement, the undersigned certifies that all work which originally required certification by a Professional Engineer has been completed in compliance with the Project construction plans and specifications. Ifany deviations have been made from the approved plans, a list of all deviations, along with an explanation that justifies the reason to accept each deviation, will be attached to this Certification. Also, with submittal of this certification the Recipient shall furnish the Department a set of "as-built" plans certified by the Engineer  of Record/CEL.  By: Name: Date:  P.E.  SEAL:    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF28-82337520C2B6  AtForm 525-010-60eD  TATCPAORPALDEPAATMANT, OF TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-011-0D FROGRAMMANAGEMENT 05/21 Page1of1  EXHIBIT D RECIPIENT RESOLUTION  The Recipient's Resolution authorizing entry intot this Agreement is attached andi incorporated into this  Agreement.    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  AEF Form 525-010-60eF  STATOFAOADALEPAINONT OFT TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  525-011-0F PROGRAM MANAGEMENT 05/21 Page 1of2  EXHIBIT F  CONTRACT PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS Cost Reimbursement Contracts  Florida Department of Financial Services, Reference Guide for State Expenditures Invoices for cost reimbursement contracts must be supported by an itemized listing of expenditures byo category (salary, travel, expenses, etc.). Supportingdocumentation shall be submitted for each amount for which reimbursement is being claimed indicating that the item has been paid. Documentation for each amount for which reimbursement is being claimed musti indicate that thei item has been paid. Check numbers may be provided in lieu of copies of actual checks. Each piece of documentation should clearly reflect the dates of service. Only expenditures for categories int the approved agreement budget may be reimbursed. These expenditures must be allowable (pursuant to law) and directly Listed below are types and examples of supporting documentation for cost Salaries: Timesheets that support the hours worked on the project or activity must be kept. A payroll register, or similar documentation should be maintained. The payroll register should show gross salary charges, fringe benefits, other deductions and net pay. Ifani individual for whom reimbursement is being claimed is paid by the hour, a document Fringe benefits: Fringe benefits should be supported by invoices showing the amount paid on behalf of the employee, e.g., insurance premiums paid. If the contract specifically states that fringe benefits will be based on a specified percentage rather than the actual cost of fringe benefits, then the calculation for the fringe benefits amount must be shown. Exception: Governmental entities are not required to provide check numbers or copies of Travel: Reimbursement for travel must be in accordance with S. 112.061, F.S., which includes submission of the claim on the approved state travel voucher along with Other direct costs: Reimbursement will be made based on paid invoices/receipts and proof of payment processing Canceledprocessed checks and bank statements). If nonexpendable property is purchased using state funds, the contract should include a provision for the transfer of the property to the State when services are terminated. Documentation must be provided to show compliance with DMS Rule 60A-1.017,F.A.C. regarding the requirements for contracts which include services and that provide for the contractor to purchase tangible personal property as defined in S. 273.02, F.S., for Indirect costs: If the contract stipulates that indirect costs will be paid based on a specified rate, then the calculation should be shown. Indirect costs must be in the approved agreement budget and the entity must be able to demonstrate that the costs are not duplicated elsewhere as direct costs. All indirect cost rates must be evaluated for  related to the services being provided. reimbursement agreements:  reflecting the hours worked times the rate of pay will be acceptable.  checks for fringe benefits.  supporting receipts and invoices.  subsequent transfer to the State.  reasonableness and for allowability and must be allocated consistently.    DocuSign Envelope ID: C0F178C7895F-4A1AF2B-82337520C286  Contracts between state agencies may submit alternative documentation to substantiate the reimbursement. trequest, which may be in the form ofFLAIRreports The Florida Department of Financial Services, online Reference Guide for State htps/woww.myloridado.emDacwAAanualscamentsPelerenceGuselorsiale  or other detailed reports.  Expenditures Expenditures.pd:  can  be  found  at  this  web  address    DocuSign Envelope ID: CDF175C7-B95F-43A1-AF2B-82337520C2B6  AItF Form 525-010-60eJ  SIANEOFRORPADEPAADENT OFT TRANSPORTATION STATE-FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT  PROGRAMI MANAGEMENT 525-011-0J 09/20 Page1of1  EXHIBIT. J  STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (FLORIDA SINGLE AUDIT ACT)  THE STATE RESOURCES AWARDED PURSUANT TO THIS AGREEMENT CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING:  Awarding Agency: Florida Department of Transportation  State Project Title JCounty Incentive Grant Program (CIGP), (CSFA 55.008)  and CSFA Number:  Small County Outreach Program (SCOP), (CSFA 55.009) Small County Road Assistance Program (SCRAP), (CSFA 55.016) Transportation Regional Incentive Program (TRIP), (CSFA55.026) Insert Program Name, Insert CSFA Number  *Award Amount: $99,248.00  *The state award amount may change with supplemental agreements  Specific project information for CSFAI Number is provided at: tpslappslds.omisaaEEaICAB00AA COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO STATE RESOURCES AWARDED PURSUANT TO THIS State Project Compliance Requirements for CSFA Number are provided at: The State Projects Compliance Supplement is provided at: tpslppsls.comisaacomplanceasps  AGREEMENT:  itpslapps.fdfs.com/saalsearchcomplance.aspx    FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RURAL ROADWAY ASSISTANCE CONSOLIDATED FUNDING APPLICATION  FDOTS  PROJECT TITLE: City of Bowling Green Streets Resurfacing - Chester Avenue Applicants must provide FDOT with the agency's ort the MPO/TPO priorilyranking foreach project.  Priority Ranking Number: 3  APPLICANTI INFORMATION  A. Agency Name: City of Bowling Green B. Agency Contact: Pamela Durrance  Title:  City Manager Street/ Address Bowling Green City 863-375-2255  Mailing Address: 104 East Main Street. P.O. Box 608  FL State  33834 Zip Code  Telephone:  Email Address: clymanager@bowingreenfiorida.org Select thel Rural Roadway Assistance program that your wish to apply for.  PROGRAM  Note:A Not all project types are eligible for everyprogram. Small County Outreach Program (SCOP) Small County Road Assistance Program (SCRAP)  Small County Outreach Program for Rural Areas of Opportunities (SCOP-  Municipalities)  ELIGIBILITY/CRITERIA  Note:E Eligiblet transportation facilities shall be publicyowned: and maintained.  ROAD JURISDICTION (Check all thata apply): Ont the municipal or community roads system Ont the County roads system Combination ofc on and off the! State Highway system. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA (Check all thata apply): The road isl located in af fiscally constrained County. The road has! high levels ofa agricultural travel. The roadi is considered ar major arterial route. The roadi is considered at feeder road.  The maintaining agency has ane established pavement management plani including this roadway.  The physical condition oft the roadway necessitates improvements requested.  The road is used as ane evacuation route (as shown on PE.eiadstraParpryardasser  preparedness-maps).  Rev. Dec. 2022  Page 1of7    PROJECTTYPE  *Note: Not all projecttypest are eligiblea activities for each program  The Department has determined that the benefits of certain low-cost safety features greatly exceed the cost to Thei following low-costs safety features must bei included on flush shoulder rural roadways with posted  construct these features. speeds of 50mph or greater:  1. Pavement markings materials per FDOT Design Manual, Chapter 230.  2. Audible and Vibratory Treatments per FDOT Desiqn Manual, Chapter 210 and FDOT Standard Plans. ROAD ESURFACNORESTORATON: Workt tor milla andr resurface orp place additional layers of surfacing on highway pavement, shoulders, and! bridge decks; andi necessaryi incidental work to extend the structural integrity oft these features for a substantial period oft time. Work mustr meet Florida Greenbook: standards. ROAD RECONSTRUCTION Improve or upgrade existing facilities to meet Florida Greenbook standards without increasing capacity. Includes the widening of existing lanes and the addition of paved shoulders to an  Index 546-020.  existing pavedi road.  PAVING UNPAVED ROADS-F Paving ofa ane existing lime rock or dirt road.  SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS: - Construct roadway related safetyi improvements to mitigate crashes. Additional consideration will be given to projects that include safety features in addition to those 1. Proven FHWA Safety Countermeasures, Mpsstwhuadicoponcauntemeseg LANE ADDITION-Addingi through lane(s)1 to ane existing paved road. *Capacity improvements are not an  required above and listed on thef following website:  REPAIR ORI REHABILIATION OFE BRIDGES-E Bridge replacement isr not eligible.  eligible activity for SCOP-Municpalitles, projects.  ADD1 TURNI LANES Adding auxiliary lanes to ane existing pavedr road. DRAINAGE MPROVEMENIS-AGESNg roadr related drainage improvements. INTERSECTIONI MPOVEMENTS-RasmindN, adding, or upgrading signals.  ROADWAYCHARACTERISTICS  A. Roadway Condition:  Describe the physical condition of the roadway for which funding is beingr requested: Roadway in poor condition. Alligator cracking and rutting present Describe the applicant's efforts tol keep ther roads within its jurisdiction in satisfactory condition: Due to limited funding, collector and arterial roadways have maintenance priority. Local roadways receive general upkeep and additional maintenance when funding allows. B. Detailed Project Description (Include: name ofr roadway(s)f for which fundingi is requested, type(s) and scope of work to be performed, projectroadway! features, customary roadway use anda anticipated changes, special project 80ft+l- section of Chester Ave north ofW. Main St. in Bowling Green, FL to be milled approximately 1" deep and resurfaced with 1"9.5 and 1.5" 12.5 superpave asphalt concrete.  considerations, and other keyi information):  C. Project Length (In Miles): 0.015 (80ft-+1-)  D. Project Limits South or West Termini: West Main Street  North or East Termini: dead ends  K AI location map is attached (required).  Rev. Dec. 2022  Page 2of7    E. Resurfacing, Reconstruction, or Widening of Existing Paved Roads:  Number ofl Lanes: Lanel Width (.): Paved Shoulder Width (L.): Existing: 0 Proposed Safety Edge: F. Dirt Road Paving: Number ofLanes: Lanel Width (.): Paved Shoulder Width (FL.): Existing: Proposed Safety Edge: G. Typical Section:  Existing: 2 Existing: 10 Yes: D Existing: Existing: Yes: D  Proposed: 0  No: 3  Proposed:  No: D  R Typical sections are attached. Include a Typical Section depicting existing and proposed features and dimensions and right of way lines. Summarize any special project Provide additional details such as required Design Variations for typical section here, as  characteristics in the project scope description above.  needed. H. Right of Way:  No Right-of-Way acquisition is proposed. Existing right-of-way width from C/L in feet: 30t ft+i-  Describe the existing right-of-way ownerships along the project; when the right-of-way was obtained; and! how ownershipi is documented, i.e., plats, deeds, prescriptions, easements:  Check all that apply if ownership is by more than one instrument: Former DOT Right ofV Way (Right ofl Way was conveyed to County priort to. June 10, 1995) Plat (Ownershipi is documented via plato ofac city or subdivision) Deed (Ownership is documented via one or more deeds, frequently shown on a right of way map) Maintenancel Map (Maintenance Mapi is already filed) Maintenance Mapi in! Progress Maintenance. mapi in works) Prescriptive Use (Roadway presumed dedicated ina accordance with FS 95.361)  Other (Explain below): identify ROW.  Please see attached map, Hardee County Property Appraiser website was used to  Select all work types included in the project described in the application, including work types that will not be supported by the requested funds; andi identify thei funding source for all non- FDOT supported activities, and the importance of the non-FDOT supported activity to the  overall success of the project. Note: Not allp prject types are eligible activities fore each program BRIDGES  Repair or Rehabilitation and meets eligibility criteria in Section 1.  No work to existing bridge is proposed. There is not al bridge within the project limits.  Please explain: ROADWAY: Rev. Dec. 2022  K Existing curb and gutter to remain  Page3of7    Widen for bike-lane Re-stripe for bike lane Sidewalk or shared use path Please explain: MEDIAN: No existing median Existing median width: Proposed median width: Please explain: DRAINAGE/PERMIT  Existing closed drainage system to remain. Existing open drainage system to remain. No new drainage proposed. Drainagei improvements required: Please explain: SAFFIY/IMPROVEMENTS Upgrade or add signage Upgrade or add guardrail Clear zone violations mitigation Upgrade or add guardrail  Existing cross slope or super-elevation corrections  Upgrade or add pavement markings (reference FDOT Design Manual) *Required on flush shoulder rural roadways with posted speeds of 50mph or greater. Upgrade or add Audible and' Vibratory Treatments (reference FDOT Design Manual) *Required on flush shoulder rurall roadways with posted speeds of 50mph or greater. Add proven FHWA Safety Countermeasurel(s) (insert countermeasure here)  Add Safety Edge where there are no paved shoulders Please explain: markings neededi for repaved surface  ADA  No modifications proposed. compliance with ADA standards. ADA improvements required:  Verified all crosswalks, sidewalks, curb ramps and other pedestrian features for  Please explain; SCHOOL ZONE  Existing flashing school zone signal. Existing school zone signs without flashing beacons.  No school zones within the project limits. Sub-surface relocation is required. Utility Coordination is required. No: utility relocation required.  High emphasis cross walk at un-signalized crossing, determine if signal warranted.  Please explain: UTILITIES  Please explain: utility coordination required due to milling  RAILROAD Rev. Dec. 2022  Rail crossing within project limits.  Page 4of7    Replace all railroad signal equipment and gates. Please explain (Owner must bei identified):  There is no railroad owned or operated right of way within the project limits.  PROJECTCOSTS  Include all costs and funding sources, including costs not eligible for FDOT reimbursement:  A. MATCHING FUNDS (REDI) Program.  Are matching funds proposed and committed for this project? Note: Applicants for SCOPf funding must provide 25% oft the project costs. This requirement can only be waivedi inc counties that qualify under the! RuralE Economic Development. Initiative  Yes: D No: B  Ist the applicant eligible fora and requesting waiver of any required match? Yes: R No: D Ifmatching funds are proposed, explain the source and any limitations oft those funds:  B. COST ESTIMATE PHASE OF WORK Design' Construction Other:  Provide a summary of the estimated costs for the work proposed.  GRANT FUNDS LOCAL FUNDS  Requested $9376.00 $45004.52 $9376.00 $ $63756.52  Committed $0 $0 $0 $0 $0  Consultant Engineering Inspection (CEI)' TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS:  X Detailed Design and Construction cost estimate is attached. (Use template provided with Design Estimates should provide details for each activity. Construction Estimates should use FDOT typical pay items to allow for verification of eligible project costs. Estimate should be Note'; Pursuant to Section: 337.14(7), F.S., design and CEI services cannot be performed byt the same entity.  application materials in GAP.)  prepared and signed by al Professional Engineer.  ROECTIMPLEMENTATION  A. Will the project be maintained by applicant?  Yes: B  No:  Ifnot, describe how will the project be maintained and attach any existing agreements  with the maintenance entity: Yes: B No: D  B. Will the project delivery be managed by the applicant?  Ifnot, provide the contact information for the managing agency:  Rev. Dec. 2022  Page5of7    C. Design to be conducted by: Agency staff County staff  FDOT pre-qualified consultant' Non-FDOT pre-qualified consultant'  D. CEI tol be conducted by: Agency staff County staff  FDOT pre-qualified consultant' Non-FDOT pre-qualified consultant' 1  Note!: Pursuant to Section 337.14(7), F.S., design and CEI services cannot be performed by the same entily. E. Ist the project consistent with the applicable local government comprehensive plan?  Yes: B  No:  (Explain. below):  F. Ist the project included in the MPO Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)?  Yes: J  No: B (Explain below):  Local roads not included within MPO LRTP  Rev. Dec. 2022  Page 6of7    Certification of Project by Agency  Ihereby certify that the proposed project herein described is (1) Shall provide any required local funding for cost overruns and/or (2) Shall enter into the State Funded Grant Agreement with the Florida (3) Shall certify that no additional right of wayi is required top perform (4) Has the legal rightt to construct the project within the identified the work; (5) Shall acquire necessary permits required to construct the right of way; (6) Is responsible for all costs associated with utility relocation(s); project; (7)Shall support other actions necessary toi fullyi implement the and Ifurther certify that the estimated costs included herein are reasonable Green (applicant) will follow through on the project once year programmed and/or significant increases  Green.(applicant) and that said entity:  supported by City of Bowling non-participating project  costs;  Transportation to perform the work;  Department of  proposed project.  and that City of Bowling  ofTransportation's Work Program. I understand that programmed in the Florida Department  failure to deliver the project within the fiscal in estimated costs could cause the project to be  removed from the Work participation. Applicant Signature A Pamela Durrance Name City Manager Title March 11, 2024 Date  Program and/or significantly increase the  Agency's local funds  Additional Applicant Signature *Hf Click here to enteri text Name Click here to enter text Title Click here to enter text Date  Applicable  Rev. Dec. 2022  Page7of7    DESOTOST  LEGEND Boring Locations Mling and Overlay Overlay Manhole (from County) Manhole (from Survey) Force Main (from County) Gravty Main (from County) RWN Main (from County) D Water Valves (from County) X Water Valves (from Survey) M Water Meters (from Survey) o Fire Hydrants (from County) Fire Hydrants (from Survey) Water Main (from Survey) Water Main (from County GIS)  0Ofbo  Ardaman BonngNo.FC-88  PINEAPPLE ST  Ardamant BonngNo. PG-39  Improvement Notes:  Due to roadway width, road will be signed as a "One-Way" road.  <1" Sand-Asphalt Leveling Concrete (375 SY) 1.5" SP-9.5" Superpave Asphalt Concrete (375SY) CITY OF BOWLING GREEN STREET MPROVEMENIS Aerial Map - Location No. 18  SCALE INFEET  Kimley>HoN. 02021 KIMLEY-HORN/ ANDA ASSOCIATES, INC 109 South Kentucky? Avenue, Lakeland. FL 33801 www.kmisy-hom.com Phone: 8637 701 8702 CA00000696  Hardee County, Florida Contact: Mark S.D Davies, P.E. (863)2 225-8728 DATE: March 2023    HPA Hardee County Property Appraiser  South Ave ROW  Createdby: Kimley-Horn &A Associates,Inc.  Legend Parcels Taxl Districts 900-Hardee Coun 901-Cityo ofE Bowlir Green 902-Cityof Wauchula 903-TownofZolfc Springs Roads Sec-Twn-Rng  3 50  4929I000CA300 50  50  25  50  150  DESOTOST  DESOOST  50  -50  50  100  04929Q00CA0D40S  5-33S-25E 100 100  5001  50 50  100 200  100  0BABABORDADODAORS  100  50  50  150  N  50ft FNEAPPLESTW Date created:: 3/5/2021 LastDatal Uploaded:: 3/5/20213 3:39:05A AM Developedb dwsSchneider  PINEAPPLESLW    .    NGRD ONIwOS NE3HO ONIWOB HOJG3N43N4 SIN3W3AOWdAI, AVMOVOS e INNEAV SEISSHO  NOID3S TVOIdAL  WIOHAajuy  006    HPA Hardee County Property Appraiser  Chester Ave ROW  Createdby:k Kimley-Horn & Associates,Inc.  Legend Parcels Taxl Districts 900-Hardee Coun 901-Cityo ofE Bowlir Green 902-Cityof Wauchula 903-TownofZolfc Springs Roads Sec-Twn-Rng  C8B2BCUCACUARCACN  064B25ADDATCVNAIAY  135  135  09694BACADARAVAIP  08D2BCDCACDACAODS 4-33S-25E  135  03682B-ACADARCINGOD  5996  33785999 33.780998 MANSTW 90  135 MANSTVR  MANSTZ  0449250000002000  50ft Datec created:: 3/5/2021 LastData Uploaded:: 3/5/20213 3:39:05A AM Developedb by S Schneider SEOS PATIAL    LEGEND Boring! Locations Miling and Overlay Overlay Manhole (from County) Manhole (from Survey) Force Main (from County) - Gravity Main (from County) RWI Main (from County) D Water Valves (from County) X Water Valves (from Survey) Water Meters (from Survey) Fire Hydrants (from County), Fire Hydrants (from Survey) Water Main (from Survey) Water Main (from County GIS)  20 ft.  Ardaman Borng Nos RC-44  MAINSTREET  Improvement Notes:  <1" Sand-Asphalt Leveling Concrete (245SY) 1.5" SP-9 9.5" Superpave Asphalt Concrete (245SY) CITY OF BOWLING GREEN STREET MPROVEMENTS Aerial Map - Location No. 24  SCALE INFEET  Hardee County, Florida Kimley>>Horn  Contact: Marks S. Davies, P.E. (863)2 225-8728 DATE: March2 2023  62021 KIMLEY-HORNANDA ASSOCIATES, INC 109 South KentuckyAvenue, Phone: Lakeland, FL: 33801 wwwaimiey-hom.com 8637 7018 8702 CA00000696        Budget Workshops 5:30 - PM Commission Meeting 6:00 PM  July 2024  SUN  MON 1 8PWDtSork9 15 22 29  TUE 2  WED 3 10 17  THU 4 11 18. 25  FRI 5 12 19 26  SAT 6 13 20 27  admnisis  Pabirts L Precrestion!  521 F  14  16 23_A 24 30  CRA  code enforcemer  28  31  August 2024  SUN  MON 5  TUE 6  WED 7  THU 1 8 15 22_123 29 30  FRI 2 9 16  SAT 3 10 17 24 31  Pubisks 4 Srecrealion Lasleusler) ganitalion admin  polkce' fihe  11 18 25  12_ 13 14  19 26  20 27 - 28  21  Final Budoyet  CRA 5c Code enforcement  September 2024  SUN 8 15 22 29 TRIM Rinal hearing  MON 2 9 16 23 30  TUE 3  WED 4  THU 5  FRI 6 13 20 27  SAT TRIM  Firstheori  10A 114 12  14 21 28  17 24  18 25  19 26        Reset Form  Print Form  DR-420TIF R.6/10 Rule1 12D-16.002 Florida Administrative Code Effective1 11/12  TAXI INCREMENT ADJUSTMENT WORKSHEET  FLORIDA Year: Principal Authority : City of Bowling Green Community Redevelopment, Area: City of Bowling Green CRA  2024  County: Taxing Authority : City of Bowling Green-Operating Base Year: 2015  Hardee  SECTIONI: COMPLETED BYI PROPERTY APPRAISER 1. Current year taxable value ini thet taxi increment area 2. Base year taxable value in thet taxi increment area 3. Current year taxi increment value (Linelminus! Line 2) 4. Prior year Final taxable valuei int thet taxi increment area 5. Prior year taxi increment value (Line4minusline2) HERE Signature of Property Appraiser :  $ $ $ $ $ Date : 6/25/2024 6:44:18 PM  20,290,961 (1) 8,447,859 (2) 11,843,102 (3) 17,678,689 (4) 9,230,830 (5) myl  Property Appraiser Certification Icertify thet taxable values above are correct tot the best of knowledge.  SIGN  Electronically Certified by Property Appraiser  SECTION I: COMPLETED BY TAXING AUTHORITY Complete EITHER line 6 or line 7 as applicable. DONOT complete both. 6.Ifthe amount to be paid toi the redevelopment trust fund IS BASED on aspecific proportion of thet taxi increment value:  6a.Enter the proportion on which thep paymenti is based.  95.0000 % (6a) 11,250,947 (6b) 66,208 (6c) 0 (7a) per$1,000 (7b) 69,693 (7c) 0.0000 % (7d) 0 (7e)  6b. Dedicated increment value (Line 31 multiplied byt thep percentage onl Line 6a) Ifvalue is zero orl less thanz zero, then enterz zero on Line 6b 6c.Amount of payment to redevelopment trusti fundi inj prior year 7a.Amount of payment to redevelopment trust fundi inj prior year 7b.Prior year operating millage levyf from Form DR-420, Line 10 7c. Taxes levied on prior year taxi increment value (Line 5r multiplied byLine 7b, divided by 1,000) (Line 7a divided byl Line 7c, multiplied by 100) Taxing Authority Certification S Signature of Chief Administrative Officer:  $ $ $ $  7.Ifthe amount to be paid to the redevelopment trust fund ISI NOTE BASED on as specific proportion oft thet taxi increment value:  7.5500  7d. Prior year payment as proportion oft taxes levied oni increment value 7e. Dedicated increment value (Line 3 multiplied byt the percentage on Line 7d) Ifvalue isz zero orl less thanz zero, thene enterz zero on Line: 7e  $ Date:  Icertify the calculations, millages andr rates are correct tot thel best of myl knowledge.  I G Title: N H E R E  Contact Name and Contact Title:  Mailing Address: City, State, Zip:  Physical Address: Phone Number:  Fax Number:    DR-420TIF R.6/10 Page2  TAX INCREMENT ADJUSTMENT WORKSHEET  INSTRUCTIONS  Property appraisers must complete and sign Sectionlof Section !: Property Appraiser Certification of Taxable Value, to all taxing authorities who A. Complete Section Id of this form for each county,  this worksheet and provide it with form DR-420, make payments to a redevelopment trust fund under: s.1 163.387/2)(a), Florida Statutes, or An ordinance, resolution, or agreement to fund a project or to finance essential infrastructure. "Taxi increment value" is the cumulative increase in taxable value from the base year to the current year within payment to a redevelopment trust fund under: s.1 163.387(1), F.S. or  municipality, independent special district, dependent  special district, and MSTU that: Has a tax increment value and Isnot exempted from making payments to a community redevelopment trust fund based on tax increments (s. 163.387(2)(c), F.S.). value, they must complete a separate form for each tax increment value. Send a copy to each taxing authority with the DR-420 and keep a copy. When the taxing  the defined geographic area. It is used to determine the Ifat taxing authority has more than one taxi increment  An ordinance, resolution, or agreement toi fund a authority returns the completed forms, immediately send  project or finance essential infrastructure. Int this the original to:  case, the taxing authority must certify the boundaries and beginning date to the property "Dedicated increment value" is the portion of the tax increment value used to determine the payment to the redevelopment trust fund. (See S. 200.001(8)(h), F.S.) enter on either Line 6b or Line 7e. "Specific proportion," used to determine whether to complete Line 6 or Line 7, refers to the calculation of the taxi increment payment. Examples:  Florida Department of Revenue Property Tax Oversight Program - TRIM Section P.O. Box 3000 Tallahassee, Florida 32315-3000 B. Enter only taxi increment values that apply to the  appraiser.  Calculate the dedicated increment value on this form and value located within the taxing authority indicated.  Section I: Taxing Authority  Complete Section II of the form, keep one copy, and return the original and one copy to your property appraiser with DR-420 within 35 days of certification. Send one copy to your tax collector.  Example 1.  Section.163.3871). F.S., states the payment made by the taxing authority should equal 95% of the millage levied times the tax increment value. The specific proportion in this case is 95%. The ordinance providing for the payment may set a percentage lower than 95%. Ini these cases, the lower percentage would be the specific proportion. Some required tax increment payments are not directly related to the tax increment value. A constant dollar payment is a payment not based on a specific proportion of the tax increment value. Line 7 converts these payments into a proportion based on the prior year's payment and tax increment value to reach the current year's dedicated increment value.  Additional Instructions for Lines 6 and 7 Complete Line 6 ift the payment into the redevelopment trust fund is a specific proportion of the tax increment Complete Line 7 ift the payment is based on a calculation other than a specific proportion. Do not complete both  Example 2.  value.  Lines 6 and' 7.  All TRIM forms fori taxing authorities are available on our website at  htpldermylerida.em.deriproperyltrim    Reset Form  PrintForm DR-420 R.5/12 Rule 12D-16.002 Florida Administrative Code Effective 11/12  CERTIFICATION OF TAXABLE VALUE  FLORIDA Year: Principal Authority: City of Bowling Green  2024  County: Hardee Taxing Authority: City of Bowling Green- Operating  SECTIONI: COMPLETED BY PROPERTY APPRAISER 1. Current year taxable value of real property for operating purposes 2. Current year taxable value of personal property for operating purposes 3. Current year taxable value of centrally assessed property for operating purposes 4. Current year gross taxable value for operating purposes (Line 1p plus Line 2p plus Line 3) $ Current year neti newt taxable value (Add new construction, additions, rehabilitative 5. improvements increasing assessed value bya atl least 100%, annexations, and tangible $ personal property value over 115% oft the previous year's value. Subtract deletions.) 7. Prior year FINAL gross taxable value from prioryeara applicable Form DR-403 series $ 8. Does thet taxing authorityi include taxi increment financing areas? Ifyes, enter number Does thet taxing authorityl levy ay voted debt service millage or a millage votedi for2 9. years orl lessunder: s.9 9(b), Article' VII, State Constitution? Ify yes, enter the number of DR-420DEBT, Certification ofVoted Debt Millagei forms attached. Ifr none, enter 0  $ $ $  65,789,941 (1) 4,667,728 (2) 0 (3) 70,457,669 (4) 3,853,711 (5) 66,603,958 (6) 58,801,736 (7) Number NO 1 (8) Number (9) 0  6. Current year adjustedt taxable value (Line 4minus Line 5) of worksheets (DR-420TIF): attached. Ifnone, enter0  $ D YES  YES D NO  Property Appraiser Certification SIGN Signature ofProperty Appraiser: Electronically Certified by Property Appraiser SECTIONII: COMPLETED BY TAXING AUTHORITY  Icertify thet taxable values above are correct tot thel best ofr myl knowledge.  Date:  HERE  6/25/2024 6:44:18 PM  Ifthis portion of thef formi ist not completedi in FULL yourt taxinga authority will be denied TRIM certificationand possibly losei its millage levy privilege fort thet taxy year. Ifanyl linei is not applicable, enter -0-.  10. Prior year operating millage levy (Ifpriory year millage was adjusted then use adjusted 11. Priory year ad valorem proceeds (Line7multiplied byl Line 10, divided by 1,000) 12. Amount, ifa any, paid ora appliedi inp priory year asa a consequence ofa an obligation measured bya $ dedicatedi increment value (Sum ofeitherl Lines 6c orL Line 7ai for alll DR-420TIF forms) 13. Adjusted prior year ad valorem proceeds (Line 11 minus Line 12) 14. Dedicatedi increment value, ifany (Sum ofe either Line6 6b orL Line 7et for alll DR-420TIF forms) 15. Adjusted currenty year taxable value (Line 6minus Line 14) 16. Current year rolled-backi rate (Line 13 divided byLine 15, multiplied by 1,000) 17. Current year proposed operating millage rate  millage from Form DR-422)  7.5500 $  per$1,000 (10) 443,953 (11) 66,208 (12) 377,745 (13) 11,250,947 (14) 55,353,011 (15) per$1000 (16) per$ $1000 (17) (18) 620,027  $ $ $  6.8243 8.8000  18. Total taxes tol bel levied at proposed millage rate (Line 17multiplied byl Line 4, divided  by 1,000)  Continued on pagez 2    DR-420 R.5/12 Page2 (19) (20) (21)  County Municipality Principal Authority MSTU  Independent: Special District Water Management District Dependent Special District Water Management District Basin  TYPE of principalauthority (checkone) Applabletangautnonty (check one)  19. 20.  21. Ismillagel levied in moret than one county? (checkone)  Yes STOP  No  DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICTS ANDI MSTUS  STOP HERE- - SIGN AND SUBMIT  22. Enter thet total adjusted priory yeara ad valorem proceeds oft thep principal authority, all dependent special districts, andN MSTUS levying an millage. (Thes sum ofLine 13f from alll DR-420 23. Current year aggregate rolled-backi rate (Line. 22 divided by Line 15, multiplied by 1,000) 24. Current year aggregate rolled-backi taxes (Line4 4r multiplied byl Linez 23, dividedb by 1,000) $ Enter total of all operating ad valorem taxes proposed to bel levied byt the principal 25. taxing authority, all dependent districts, and MSTUS, ifany. (Thes sum ofLine 181 from all $ 26. Current year proposed aggregate millage rate (Line 25 divided by Line 4, multiplied 27. Current year proposed rate as ap percent change of rolled-backi rate (Line 26 divided by  377,745 (22) per $1,000 (23) 480,824 (24) 620,027 (25) per$1,000 (26) 28.9500 % (27)  forms)  6.8243  DR-420f forms) by1 1,000)  8.8000  Line 23, minus 1, multiplied by 100) Firstpublic budgethearing 9/11/2024  Date:  Time: 17:05:00 EST  Place:  104 east main st Bowling Green 33834  Icertify the millages and rates are correct tot the best ofr my! knowledge.  Taxing Authority Certification The millages comply with the provisions ofs. 200.065 and the provisions of  either s. 200.071 Ors.200.081,F.S.  S G N Title: H E Mailing Address: R E  I Signature of Chief Administrative Officer:  Date:  Contact Name and Contact Title:  Physical Address: Phone Number:  City, State, Zip:  Faxi Number:  Instructions on page: 3    DR-420 R.5/12 Page3  CERTIFICATION OF TAXABLE VALUE  INSTRUCTIONS  "Principal Authority" is a county, municipality, or independent special district (including water management districts). ing Authority" is the entity levying the millage. This includes the principal authority, any special district dependent to the sipal authority, any county municipal service taxing unit (MSTU), and water management district basins. Each taxing authority must submit to their property appraiser al DR-420 and the following forms, as applicable:  DR-420TIF, Tax Increment Adjustment' Worksheet DR-420DEBT, Certification of Voted Debt Millage  DR-420MM-P, Maximum Millage Levy Calculation Preliminary Disclosure  Section :: Property Appraiser  Section I: Taxing Authority  Use this DR-420 form for alli taxing authorities except school municipality, independent special district, dependent special district, MSTU, and multicounty taxing authority. Enter only separate form for the principal authority and each dependent district, MSTU and water management district basin. Complete a DR-420TIF for each taxing authority making payments to a redevelopment trust fund under Section 163.387 (2)(a), Florida Statutes or by an ordinance, resolution or agreement to fund a project or tot finance essential infrastructure. Check' "Yes" ift thet taxing authority makes payments toa ched for thet taxing authority on Line 8. Enter Oifnone. Complete al DR-420DEBT for each taxing authority levying either oral levy voted for two years or less (s. 9(b), Article VII, State Check "Yes" if the taxing authority levies either a voted debt VII, State Constitution). These levies do not include levies approved by a voter referendum not required by the State Constitution. Complete and attach DR-420DEBT. Do not complete a separate DR-420 for these levies. immediately send the original to: Florida Department of Revenue Property Tax Oversight - TRIM Section P.O. Box: 3000 Tallahassee, Florida 32315-3000  Complete Section II. Keep one copy, return the original and DR-420TIF, DR-420DEBT, and DR-420MM-P within 35 days of certification. Send one copy to the tax collector. "Dependent means a special district that meets at least one of the The membership of its governing body is identical to that of the governing body of a single county or a single All members of its governing body are appointed by the governing body ofas single county or a single  districts. Complete Section I, Lines 1 through 9, for each county, one copy toy your property appraiser with the applicable taxable values that apply to thet taxing authority indicated. Usea special district" (ss. 200.001(8)(d) and 189.403(2), F.S.)  following criteria:  Line 8  municipality. municipality.  redevelopment trust fund. Enter the number of DR-420TIF forms e During their unexpired terms, members of the special  district's governing body are subject to removal at will by the governing body of a single county or a single  Lc9  municipality.  a voted debt service millage (s.12, Article VII, State Constitution) 0 The district has al budget that requires approval through an  affirmative vote or can be vetoed by the governing body ofas single county or a single municipality. "Independent special district" (ss. 200.001(8)(e) and 189.403 special district as defined above. A district that includes more than one county is an independent special district unless the district lies wholly within the boundaries of a single  Constitution).  service millage or al levy voted for 2 years or less (s. 9(b), Article (3), F.S.) means a special district that is not a dependent  municipality.  Send a copy to eachi taxing authority and keep a copy. When the "Non-voted millage" is any millage not defined as a' "voted  taxing authority returns the DR-420 and the accompanying forms, millage" in S. 200.001(8)), F.S.  Lines 12 and 14  Adjust the calculation of the rolled-back rate for taxi increment values and payment amounts. See the instructions for DR-420TIF. On Lines 12 and 14, carry forward values from Include only those levies derived from millage rates.  the DR-420TIF forms. Line 24  All TRIM1 forms fort taxing authorities are available on our websitea at htpldermylordacomletproperyltrim    Reset Form  Print Form DR-420MM-P R.5/12 Rule 12D-16.002 Florida Administrative-Code Effective 11/12  MAXIMUM MILLAGE LEVY CALCULATION PRELIMINARY DISCLOSURE Forr municipal governments, counties, ands special districts  FLORIDA Year: 2024 Principal Authority: City ofBowling Green  County: Taxing Authority: City of Bowling Green - Operating  Hardee  1. Is.your taxing authorityan municipality ori independent special district that hasl levied  V Yes  ad valorem taxes forl less than 5) years?  No (1)  IFY YES,  STOP  STOP HERE. SIGN AND SUBMIT. You are not subject to a millage limitation.  2. Current year rolled-backi rate from Current Year Form DR-420, Line 16 3. Prior year maximum millage rate witha ar majority vote from 2020 Form DR-420MM, Line13 4. Prior year operating millage rate from Current Year Form DR-420, Line 10  6.8243 13.5726 7.5500  per$1,000 (2) per$1,000 (3) per$1,000 (4)  IfLine 4 is equal to or greater than Line 3, skip to Line 11. Ifless, continue to Line 5.  Adjust rolled-backi rate based on prioryear majority-vote maximum millage rate  5. Prioryear final gross taxable value from Current Year Form DR-420, Line7 6. Prior year maximum ad valorem proceeds withr majority.vote (Line. 3 multiplied by Line 5 divided by 1,000) 7. Amount, ifa any, paid or applied in prior year as a consequence ofa an obligation measured bya a dedicated 8. Adjusted prior year ad valorem proceeds with majority vote (Line 6minus Line 7) 9. Adjusted current) year taxable value from Current Yearf form DR-4201 Line 15 10. Adjusted current year rolled-backrate (Line 8 divided by Line 9, multipliedby1 1,000)  $ $ $ $ $  58,801,736 (5) 798,092 (6) 66,208 (7) 731,884 55,353,011 (9) per$1,000 (10) per$1,000 (11) 1.0569 (12) per$1,000 (13) per$1,000 (14) per$1,000 (15)  increment  value from Current Year Form DR-420L Line 12  13.2221 13.2221 13.9744 15.3718 8.8000  Calculate maximum millage levy 11. (Enter Line 10i ifadjusted orelse enterL Line: 2)  Rolled-backi rate tol be usedi for maximum millage levy calculation  12. Adjustment for change inj per capital Florida personali income (See Line 12 Instructions) 13. Majority vote maximum millage rate allowed (Line 11 multiplied byLine 12) 14. Two-thirds vote maximum millage rate allowed (Multiply Line 13by1.10) 16. Minimum vote required tol levy proposed millage: (Checkone) tot the majority vote maximum rate. Enter Line 13 on Line 17. maximum millage ratei is equalt to proposed rate. Enter Line 15 on Line 17. Ther maximum millage ratei is equalt tot thep proposed rate. Enter Line 15 on Line 17. d. Referendum: Ther maximum millage ratei is equal tot the proposed rate. Enter Line 15 on Line 17.  15. Current year proposed millage rate  (16)  a. Majority vote of the governing body: Check here ifLine 15 islesst than or equal tol Line 13.7 The maximum millage ratei is equal b. Two-thirds vote of governing body: Check herei ifLine 151 isl less than or equalt to Line 14, but greater than Line 13.1 The C. Unanimous vote oft the governing body, or 3/4 votei ifr nine members or more: Check here ifLine 15is greater than Line 14.  The selection on Line 16 allows ar maximum millage rate of 17. (Enterratei indicated by choice on Line 16) 18. Current year gross taxable valuet from Current' Year Form DR-420, Line 4  13.9744 $  per$1,000 70,457,669 (18)  Continued on page 2    Taxing Authority:  DR-420MM-P R.5/12 Page2 620,027 (19) 984,604 (20)  19. Current year proposed taxes (Line 15 multiplied by Line 18, divided by 1,000) 20. Total taxes levied at the maximum millage rate (Line 171 multiplied by Line 18, divided  $ $  by 1,000)  DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND MSTUS  STOP HERE. SIGN AND SUBMIT.  STOP  21. Enter the current year proposed taxes ofa all dependent special districts &I MSTUSI levying $ amillage. (The: sum ofallLines 19f from each district's Form DR-420MM-P)  0 (21) 620,027 (22)  22. Total current) year proposed taxes (Line 191 plus Line 21)  $ $ $  Total Maximum Taxes  23. Enter thet taxes at ther maximum millage of all dependent special districts & MSTUS levying ar millage (The sum ofallLines. 201 from each district's Form DR-420MM-P)  0 (23) 984,604 (24)  24. Total taxes at maximum millage rate (Line 20 plus Line 23) Total Maximum Versus Total Taxes Levied maximum millage rate on Line 24? (Checkone)  25. Aret total current year proposed taxes on Line: 22 equalt to orl less than totalt taxes at the  YES  NO  (25)  Icertifyt the millages andr rates are correct tot the best ofr myl knowledge. The millages  Taxing Authority Certification complyv with the provisions ofs s. 200.065 and the provisions ofe eithers.2 200.071 ors.  S G N Title: H E R Mailing Address: E  200.081,F.S.  I Signature of Chief Administrative Officer:  Date:  Contact Name and Contact Title:  Physical Address:  City, State, Zip:  Phone Number:  Fax Number:  Complete andsubmit this form DR-420MM-P, Maximum Millage Levy Calculation-Preliminany Disclosure, to  your propertyappraiser: with the form DR-420, CertlficationofTaxable Value.  Instructions on page 3    MAXIMUM MILLAGE LEVY CALCULATION PRELIMINARY DISCLOSURE INSTRUCTIONS Line Instructions Lines 5-10  DR-420MM-P R.5/12 Page3  General Instructions complete al DR-420MM-P. County I Municipality Special district dependent to a county or municipality County MSTU Independent special district, including water management districts Water management district basin Voting requirements for millages adopted bya two-thirds or a unanimous vote are based on the the number of members present at thet time of This form calculates the maximum tax levy for 2021 allowed under S. 200.065(5), F.S. Counties final hearing higher than allowed unders S. 200.065, F.S., may be subject to the loss of their half-cent sales tax distribution. DR-420MM-P shows the preliminary maximum millages and taxes levied based on your proposed adoption vote. Each taxing authority must complete, sign, and submit this form to their property appraiser with their completed DR-420, Certification of Taxable Value. The vote at the final hearing and the resulting maximum may change. After thei finall hearing, each taxing authority willi file at final Form DR-420MM, Maximum Millage Levy Calculation  Eachofthefollowing taxing authorities must  Only taxing authorities that levied a 2020 millage rate less than their maximum majority vote rate must complete these lines. The adjusted rolled-backi rate on Line 10i is the rate that would have been levied ift the maximum vote rate for 2020 had been adopted. Ifthese lines are completed, enter  the adjusted rate on Line 11.  Line 12  This line is entered byt the Department of Revenue. The same adjustment factor is used statewide by all taxing authorities. Iti is based on the change in personal income (s. 200.001(8)0), F.S.), which Floridal Law  Florida  per capita  full membership oft the governing body, not on requires the Office of Economic and Demographic Research  each year.  thevote.  toreport Lines 13 and 14  Millage rates are the maximum that could be levied with a membership (three-fourths vote oft thei fullr membership if the governing body has nine or more members) ora referendum, the maximum millage rate that can be levied is thet taxingauthority'ss statutory or constitutional cap.  and municipalities, including dependent: special majority or two-thirds vote of the full membership oft the districts and MSTUS, which adopt at tax levy at the governing body. With a unanimous vote of thet full  Line 16  Check the boxi fori the minimum vote necessary at thet final hearing to levyyour adopted millage rate.  Line 17  Enter the millage rate indicated by the box checked in Line 16. If the proposed millage rate is equal to or less than the majority vote maximum millage rate, enter ther majority vote maximum. Ifa at two-thirds vote, a unanimous vote, ora referendum is required, enter the proposed millage rate. For maximum rate, SO that the comparisons on Lines 21 through  Final Disclosure, with Form DR-487, Certification a millage requiring more than a majority vote, the proposed of Compliance, with the Department of Revenue. millage rate must be entered on Line 17, rather than the  Specific tax year references ini this form are updated each) year by thel Department.  25 are accurate.  All TRIM forms for taxing authorities are available on our websiteat httpi/loridarevenuecomlproperty/Pages/Formsaspx    Reset Form  Print Form  MAXIMUM MILLAGE LEVY CALCULATION PRELIMINARY DISCLOSURE Forr municipal governments, counties, and: special districts  DR-420MM-P R.5/12 Rule 12D-16.002 Florida Administrative Code Effective 11/12  FLORIDA Year: 2024 Principal Authority: City of Bowling Green  County: Taxing Authority: City of Bowling Green- Operating  Hardee  1. Isy your taxing authoritya a municipality ori independent special districti that has levied  ad valorem taxest for less than 5 years?  Yes  No (1)  IF YES,  STOP  STOP HERE. SIGN AND SUBMIT. You are not subject to a millage limitation.  2. Current yearr rolled-backi ratei from Current Year Form DR-420, Line 16 3. Prior year maximum millage rate withar majority votet from 2020 Form DR-420MM, Line13 4. Prior year operating millage ratef from Current Year Form DR-420, Line1 10  6.8243 13.5726 7.5500  per $1,000 (2) per$1,000 (3) per$1,000 (4)  IfLine 4 is equal to or greater than Line 3, skip to Line 11. Ifless, continue to Line 5.  Adjustrolled-backi ratel based on prior year majority-vote maximum millage rate  5. Prior year final gross taxable value from Current Year Form DR-420, Line7 6. Prior year maximum ad valorem proceeds with majority vote (Line 3 multiplied by Line 5 divided by 1,000) 7. Amount, ifa any, paid or applied inj priory yeara as a consequence of an obligation measured by a dedicated increment valuet from Current Year Form DR-4201 Line 12 8. Adjusted prior yeara ad valorem proceeds with majority vote (Line 6r minus Line7) 9. Adjusted current) yeart taxable value from Current Yearf form DR-420L Line 15 10. Adjusted current) year rolled-backrate (Line 8 divided by Line 9, multipliedby 1,000)  $ $ $ $ $  58,801,736 (5) 798,092 (6) 66,208 (7) 731,884 (8) 55,353,011 (9) per$1,000 (10) per$1,000 (11) 1.0569 (12) per$1,000 (13) per$1,000 (14) per$1,000 (15)  13.2221 13.2221 13.9744 15.3718 8.8000  Calculate maximum millage levy 11. Rolled-backi rate tol be usedi forr maximum millage levy calculation (Enter Line 10ifadjusted orelse enter Line. 2)  12. Adjustment for change inj per capita Florida personal income (Seel Line 12 Instructions) 13. Majority vote maximum millage rate allowed (Line 11 multiplied byL Line 12) 14. Two-thirds vote maximum millage rate allowed (Multiply Line 13 by 1.10) 16. Minimum vote required tol levy proposed millage: (Checkone) to the majority vote maximum rate. Enter Line 13 on Line 17. maximum millage ratei ise equal to proposed rate. Enter Line 15 on Line 17. Ther maximum millage ratei is equal tot the proposed rate. Enter Line 15 on Line 17. d. Referendum: The maximum millage ratei is equal tot the proposed rate. Enter Line 15 on Line 17.  15. Current year proposed millage rate  (16)  a. Majority vote of the governing body: Checkl here ifLine 15 isl less than or equal tol Line 13.The maximum millage rate ise equal b. Two-thirds vote ofg governing body: Checkl here ifl Line 15i isl less than or equalt to Line 14, but greater than Line 13.The Unanimous vote oft the governing body, or 3/4 votei ifnine members or more: Check here ifLine 151 isgreater than! Line 14.  17. The selection on Line 16 allows a maximum millage rate of (Enterrate indicated by choice on Line 16) 18. Current year gross taxable valuef from Current' Year Form DR-420, Line 4  13.9744 $  per$1,000 (17) 70,457,669 (18)  Continued on page2    Taxing Authority:  DR-420MM-P R.5/12 Page2 620,027 (19) 984,604  19. Current year proposed taxes (Line 15multiplied byL Line 18, divided by 1,000) 20. Total taxes levied at the maximum millage rate (Line 17 multiplied byl Line 18, divided  $  by1,000)  DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND MSTUS  STOP HERE. SIGN AND SUBMIT.  STOP  21. Enter the current year proposedt taxes ofa all dependent special districts &MSTUSI levying $ amillage. (The: sum ofallLines 191 frome each district's Form DR-420MM-P)  0 (21) 620,027 (22)  22. Total current year proposed taxes (Line 19 plus Line21)  $ $ $  Total Maximum Taxes  23. Enter thet taxes att the maximum millage of all dependent special districts & MSTUS levying a millage (The sum ofallLines 201 frome each district's Form DR-420MM-P)  0 (23) 984,604 (24)  24. Total taxes at maximum millage rate (Line 20 plus Line 23) Total Maximum Versus Total Taxes Levied maximum millage rate onl Line 24? (Checkone)  25. Aret total current year proposedt taxes onl Line 22 equalt to or lesst thant totalt taxes att the V YES  NO  (25)  Icertify ther millages andi rates are correct to thel best of myk knowledge. Ther millages  Taxing Authority Certification comply with thep provisions ofs. 200.065 andt thep provisions ofe eithers S. 200.071 ors.  S G N Title: H E R Mailing Address: E  200.081,F.S.  I Signature ofChief Administrative Officer:  Date:  Contact Name and Contact Title:  Physical Address:  City, State, Zip:  Phone Number:  Fax! Number:  Complete and: submit this form DR-420MM-P, Maximum Millage Levy alcugtion-Prelminany Disclosure, to  your propertya appraiser with the form DR-420, Certification ofTaxable Value.  Instructions on page3    MAXIMUM MILLAGE LEVY CALCULATION PRELIMINARY DISCLOSURE INSTRUCTIONS Line Instructions Lines 5-10  DR-420MM-P R.5/12 Page3  jeral Instructions complete a DR-420MM-P. County Municipality Special district dependent toacounty or municipality County MSTU Independent special district, including water management districts Water management district basin Voting requirements for millages adopted bya full membership of the governing body, not on the number ofr members present at the time of This form calculates the maximum tax levy for 2021 allowed under s. 200.065(5), F.S.C Counties final hearing higher than allowed unders. 200.065, F.S., may be: subject to the loss of their half-cent sales tax distribution. DR-420MM-P shows the preliminary maximum millages and taxes levied based on your proposed adoption vote. Each taxing authority must complete, sign, and submit this form to their property appraiser witht their completed DR-420, Certification ofTaxable Value. The vote at thei final hearing and the resulting maximum may change. After the final hearing, each taxing authority willi file at final Form DR-420MM, Maximum Millage Levy Calculation  Each oft the following taxing authorities must  Only taxing authorities that levied a 2020 millage rate less than their maximum majority vote rate must complete these lines. The adjusted rolled-back rate on Line 10i is the rate that would have been levied ift the maximum vote ratei for 2020 had been adopted. If these lines are completed, enter  the adjusted rate on Line 11.  Line 12  This line is entered by the Department of Revenue. The same adjustment factori is used: statewide by all taxing personal income (s. 200.001(8)00, F.S.), which Florida Law requires the Office of Economic and Demographic Research  two-thirds or a unanimous vote are based on the authorities. Itis based on the change in per capita Florida  the vote.  tor report each year. Lines 13 and 14  Millage rates are the maximum that could be levied with a membership (three-fourths vote oft the full membership if the governing body has nine or more members) ora referendum, the maximum millage rate that can be levied is thet taxingauthontystatutoy, or constitutional cap.  municipalities, including dependent special majority or two-thirds vote oft the full membership of the districts and MSTUS, which adopt at tax levy att the governing body. With a unanimous vote oft thet full  Line 16  Check thel box for the minimum vote necessary at thet final hearing to levy your adopted millage rate.  Line17  Enter the millage rate indicated byt the box checked in Line 16.lfthe proposed millage rate is equal to or less than the majority vote maximum millage rate, enter the majority vote maximum.lfat two-thirds vote, a unanimous vote, ora referendum is required, enter the proposed millage rate. For maximum rate, sO that the comparisons on Lines 21 through  Final Disclosure, with Form DR-487, Certification amillage requiring more thana a majority vote, the proposed of Compliance, with the Department of Revenue. millage rate must be entered on Line 17, rather than the  Specific tax year references int this form are ated each year by the Department.  25 are accurate.  All TRIM forms fori taxing authorities are available on our website at ttp/floridarevenuecomlproperty/Pages/Formsaspx        g  Pamela Durrance, City Manager  Gerald Buhr, City Attorney John Scheel, Police Chief PHONE: 863-375-2255 FAX: 863-375-3362 nttps:/www.Dowiinggreent.org  Charlette Ganas, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk  CITYOF  104 East Main Street Bowling Green, FL 33834  BOWLING GREEN  Presentation: Benefits of Hiring al Florida State Lobbying Service for Our Small Municipality  Introduction  Purpose: To demonstrate the benefits of hiring a state lobbying service for our small municipality and  justify the annual cost of $33,0001 to $35,000. Target Audience: City Commissioners Presenter: [Your Name], Cityl Manager's Office  Current Situation  Representation: Last year, we sent three representatives to advocate for our city. Outcome: Received $280,000 of the nearly $41 million requested. Challenges: Limited presence in Tallahassee andi infrequent visits reduce our effectiveness.  Proposal: Hiring a State Lobbying Service  Annual Cost: Approximately $33,000to$ $35,000  Benefits:  1. Representation for State Legislative and Executive Branches: Continuous and dedicated 2. State-Level Funding Opportunities: Identifying, pursuing, and obtaining statel legislative funding 3. Issue Advocacy: Lobbying on issues important to the city as directed by the city manager or  representation in Tallahassee. and grant opportunities. designee.  Key Benefits of Hiring al Lobbyist 1. Continuous Representation:  Proximity: Al lobbyist based in Tallahassee will ensure our city has a constant presence, unlike Influence: Regular interactions with lawmakers and state officials can build stronger Expertise: Professional lobbyists are skilled in navigating the complexities of state funding Success Rate: Increased chances of securing more substantial funding and grants compared to Travel Savings: Reducing the number of city representatives traveling to Tallahassee will save Focused Efforts: With a dedicated lobbyist, our city can focus resources more effectively on  our current approach with sporadic visits. relationships andi influence.  2. Enhanced Funding Opportunities:  processes. our current approach.  3. Cost Efficiency:  costs.  specific legislative goals.  COMMISSIONERS: N'Kosi Jones, Mayor, Sam Fite, Vicel Mayor, David Durastanti, Cliff Lunn, Francisco Arreola    pumcgs  Pamela Durrance, City Manager  Gerald Buhr, City Attorney John Scheel, Police Chief PHONE: 863-375-2255 FAX: 863-375-3362 Attps://ww.DoWIinggreent.org  Charlette Ganas, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk  CITYOF  104 East Main Street Bowling Green, FL: 33834  BOWLING GREEN  Financial. Justification  Current Expenditure: Cost of sending three representatives versus hiringal lobbyist.  Potential Savings: Bys sending only one representative and utilizing al lobbyist, we can save on travel and Expected ROI: Greater potential for securing state funds and grants, leading to a higher return on Example: Despite sending three representatives, we received only $280,000 of the nearly $4 million Opportunity: With a dedicated lobbyist, we could have increased our chances of securing a higher Future Plans: As we plan for growth, having a lobbyist will be crucial in ensuring our city'si interests are Advocacy: The lobbyist will play al key rolei in advocating for our city's needs and priorities. Recommendation: Strongly suggest moving forward with hiring a state lobbying service to enhance our Next Steps: Review the attached contract from the FCCMA conference and consider the long-term  accommodation expenses. investment. Case Study: Last Year's Experience requested. amount. Strategic Growth  wel-represented at the state level.  Conclusion  city'sr representation and funding opportunities. benefits for our municipality.  Q&A  Open the floor for questions and provide further details as needed.  COMMISSIONERS: N'Kosi Jones, Mayor, Sam Fite, Vice Mayor, David Durastanti, Cliff Lunn, Francisco Arreola    CAPITOL  STRATEGY  June 19, 2024  GROUP  Pam Durrance 104 East Main Street Bowling Green, FL 33825  Re: Florida State Lobbying Services Dear Manager Durrance:  Thank you for the opportunity to discuss the City of Bowling Green's current and future needs and how Capitol Strategy Group (CSG) can partner with the City to deliver  results for the benefit of your constituents.  Based on our conversations and experience representing local governments before the executive and legislative branches of Florida government, Ifeel confident that CSG can work as a trusted partner to guide the City concerning state policy and funding opportunities while providing a great return on investment for your taxpayers.  CSG's proposed annual fee for representation before the state's legislative and executive branches of government is $33,000, billed monthly at a rate of $2,750,  beginning July 1, 2024.  In addition to this fee, the City will be responsible for all costs that our firm incurs in the course of our representation of the City, including travel, copying, messenger services, communications charges, filing fees, and other out-of-pocket expenditures. All third-party charges are passed through without any markup by the firm. We are mindful of the need to closely monitor expenses and always work to keep any costs reasonable. We will send a monthly invoice reflecting the amount of our fees and costs, which is  payable upon receipt.  This agreement will take effect as of. July 1, 2024, terminate on June 30, 2025, and will be automatically renewed to cover each successive annual period thereafter in the absence of notice of non-renewal delivered at least 60 days prior to the termination  date.  CSG's scope of services under this agreement are as follows:  1. Register and act as the City of Bowling Green's lobbyist before the executive and  legislative branches of the Florida government.  119 Crest Streety Tallahassee > Floridap 32301  www.capitoistrategygroup.com    Capitol Strategy Group Page 2 of2 Florida State Lobbying Services  2. Assist the City with identifying, pursuing, and obtaining state-level funding opportunities, including legislative funding and grant opportunities. 3. Lobby the legislative and executive branches on issues ofi importance to the City, as directed by the Manager, City Commission, or their designee. If you find these terms satisfactory, please sign this letter in the space provided and return, via email, a signed copy. We appreciate the opportunity to provide this proposal to the City and look forward to delivering results that benefit your community.  Sincerely, Sdie  Wh Coatello  Costello, Capitol Strategy Group  CAPITOL STRATEGY GROUP HAS RVEWIDAACPIDAND AGREES TO THE TERMS OF THIS  AGREEMENT: Signature:.  Coatello  goratlar Mh  Email: itymanager@bowlingreenfiorida.org  THE CITY OF BOWLING GREEN HAS REVIEWED, ACCEPTED, AND AGREES TO THE TERMS OF  THIS AGREEMENT:  Signature  Printed Name  Date  119 Crest Street > Tallahasseey > Florida: > 32301  www.capitolstrategygroup.com    Strategic Plan  As strategic plan serves as a blueprint that aligns our department's initiatives with overarching citywide goals. It ensures that our actions are coordinated, prioritized, and optimized to deliver maximum impact on the services we provide to our residents. Here are several compelling 1. Alignment and Focus: A strategic plan aligns our department's activities with the broader goals and priorities set forth by the City Commission and the community. It provides clarity on where we should concentrate our efforts and: resources to achieve 2. Efficient Resource Allocation: With a strategic plan inj place, we can allocate our limited resources--financia, human, and time -more effectively. Ite enables us to prioritize projects and initiatives that are most critical to enhancing the quality oflife for 3. Improved Decision-Making: By outlining clear objectives and strategies, a strategic plan facilitates informed decision-making within our department. It enables us to anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and proactively address issues that may 4. Enhanced Accountability and Performance Measurement: A documented strategic plan establishes measurable goals and benchmarks against which we can track our progress and evaluate our performance. It enhances transparency and accountability to our stakeholders, including the City Commission and the public. 5. Competitiveness: for Funding: Many funding agencies and grant providers look favorably upon cities with comprehensive strategic plans. A well-developed plan demonstrates our commitment to strategic investments and positions us competitively to secure external funding opportunities that can supplement our budget.  reasons why a strategic plan is essential:  meaningful outcomes.  our residents.  arise.  Inl light of these benefits, I strongly urge the City Commission to support the development and adoption ofas strategic plan for our city. This) process should involve collaboration across city departments, engagement with community stakeholders, and alignment with the City Furthermore, iti is crucial that the strategic plan is a dynamic document, subject to periodic review and updates as circumstances evolve and new opportunities emerge. This iterative process ensures that our city remains adaptable and responsive to changing needs and challenges over time. We emphasize the critical need for our city to adopt a strategic plan that will effectively guide our efforts in achieving objectives and securing funding opportunities. Developing and implementing such a plan is not merely advantageous but imperative for the Thank you for your consideration oft this important matter. Iam confident that with a clear strategic direction, we can effectively navigate the complexities of city management and achieve  Commission's strategic priorities.  sustainable growth and development of our community.  sustainable growth and prosperity for the City of Bowling Green.        AGENCY STRATEGIC PLAN  OUTLINE  INSTRUCTIONS AND PURPOSE  This outline isi intended tos show agencies the core components that must bei included in their strategic plans. Itis meant to be a minimum, and agencies should add additional components and information to tailor thep plan to their own business needs and the needs ofthe communities and clients they serve. Ideally, agencies will use the strategic planning process to: satisfy the state requirements around. DEI plans and Information Technology Strategic Plans. Please consult with the Governor's Policy Advisor assigned to your agency as you begin the strategic planning process.  1. DEFINE YOUR VISION, MISSION, AND VALUES & EQUITY STATEMENT  Determine your vision and what) you want to achieve in the long term.  VISION:  Determine your mission and what your purpose is.  MISSION:  Determine what) your values are.  VALUES:  Determine howy your advance equity inj your work, and craft an equity statement.  EQUITY STATEMENT:  1        2. CONDUCT A PESTLE ANALYSIS  Identify the political, economic, sociological, technological, legal, and environmental circumstances  yourd organization is operating within.  AF PESTLE analysis is at tool used to conduct an external scan of an organization's environmental influences that helps guidet the planning and strategic decision making. Itis often referred to as providing a 'big picture' ofthe Often, the analysis will determine likely issues/events that willi impact the business - these are, generally Itisav vital part of any strategic planning that willl help you to examine and plan for anye external factors (Political,  environment in whicha al business operates. considered to be outside the control of the business.  Economic, odoogtalTechnologea, Legal and Environmental) that coulda affect us.  PESTLE Factor Political (State orf federal policy, rules, new laws, and upcoming elections.) Economic (The! broad, economic climate we are in, such as inflation rates, interest rates, economic growth, and property prices.) Social (The population growth rates, cultural aspects, age distribution, and changing social behaviors.) Technological (The: availability oft technology andi rate of technological changes for you and toy your customer.) Legal (Thel laws directly connected to us and our area ofactivity.) Environmental (The surrounding environment, weather, natural disasters, geographical position, climate changes, ands sustainability.)  Analysis  2        3. CONDUCT A SWOT ANALYSIS  Identify your organization's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Thisisakey opportunity, for community engagement. AS SWOTa analysis should be done with representatives from key groups, such as employees, community-based organizations, tribes, historically marginalized  communities and business partners.  STRENGTHS  WEAKNESSES  OPPORTUNITIES  THREATS  3        4. SET GOALS AND OBJECTIVES  Based on) your. SWOT analysis results, set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals and objectives. Include at least one goal related to Oregon Tribes and one goal  related to achieving Diversity Equity and Inclusion.  S.M.A.R.T Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Time-Bound  Description  What doy you want to achieve? What is the outcome you are wanting? How will you know the goal has been achieved? How will you measure How can we accomplish the goal? What steps or tasks are needed to Does this goal align with agency strategies? Is this the right time? What is the timeframe to achieve the goal? What is the completion  progress? achieve the goal?  date?  Goal! #1: Goal# #2: Goal! #3: Goal# #4: Goal! #5:  Outcome(s): Outcome(s): Outcome(s): Outcome(s): Outcome(s):  4        5.D DEVELOP STRATEGIES  Determine the best course of action to achieve yourg goals and objectives.  6.CREATE AN ACTION PLAN  Develop an action plan that outlines the specific steps you will take toi implement your strategies.  Description Project#1 Project #2 Project #3 Project #4 Project #5  Start Date  End Date  Duration  7. ALLOCATE RESOURCES  Determine ther resources, including) financial, human, and technological, required to implement your action plan.  8. MONITOR AND EVALUATE  Determine how you will continuously monitory your progress ands evaluate the effectiveness ofyours strategies to determineif  they needt to bec adjusted.  5        6        USDA Grant opportunities  Small undeveloped rural cities can pursue various grantfunding opportuntesthrougn USDAE Rural Development/USDARD)rtneyhaves astrategic plani in place. Here are some  keys grant programs they can consider:  1. Community Facilities Grant Program (CF):  Purpose: Provides grants for essential community facilities in rural areas, such as healthcare facilities, fire stations, communtycenters, and public Eligibility: Rural cities and towns with populations under 20,000 are eligible. How a Strategic Plan Helps: A: strategic plan helps identify community facility needs, align proposed projects with long-term goals, and demonstrate community support and readiness, which strengthens the  buildings.  Projects must serve a rural area, as defined by USDA RD.  application.  2. Water and' Waste Disposal Grant Program (WWD):  Purpose: Provides grants for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in rural areas, including watert treatment plants, distribution systems, and Eligibility: Rural communities, including cities and towns, are eligible to How a Strategic Plan Helps: A: strategic plan can identify water and waste disposal needs, prioritize infrastructure projects, and provide a roadmap for utilizing WWD. grants to address critical infrastructure gaps identified int the  wastewater treatment facilities.  apply.  plan.  3. Rural Business Development Grants (RBDG):  Purpose: Provides grants for projects that support rural small businesses, such as business incubators, technical assistance, and economic  development planning. rural areas are eligible.  Eligibility: Non-profit organizations, local governments, and tribal entities in How a Strategic Plan Helps: A: strategic plan can outline economic development goals, identify opportunities for business growth, and support    the case for how RBDG funding will contribute to achieving these goals, therebyenhancingt the competitiveness oft the grant application.  4. Community Connect Grants:  Purpose: Provides grants for broadband deployment in rural communities Eligibility: Rural areas without sufficient broadband access, including cities How a Strategic Plan Helps: A strategic plan can highlight the community's needi for! broadband access, demonstrate howi improved broadband infrastructure aligns with economic and community development goals, and support the application for Community Connect Grants to bridge the digital  that lack broadband service.  and towns.  divide.  5. Rural Energy for America Program (REAP):  Purpose: Provides grants for renewable energy systems, energyefficiency ugbluy:Agncutural producers and rural small businesses in eligible rural How a Strategic Plan Helps: A strategic plan can identify energy needs and goals fort the city, prioritize energy efficiency projects, and support the application for REAP funding to achieve energy sustainability objectives  improvements, and energy audits ini rural areas.  areas.  outlined int the plan.  Ine each case, having a strategic plan enhances the city's abilityt to articulate its development needs, prioritize projects, and demonstrate readiness to utilize USDAI RD funding effectively. The plan shows USDAI RD that the city has a clearvisioni fori its future and is committed to leveraging resources toi improve infrastructure, economic  development, and quality of life in rural communities.    DOT Grant Opportunities  Astrategic plan can helprural cities secure undngterpadresutsony ando other  transportation projects:  1. Demonstrates Community Priorities: As strategic plan outlines the city's long-term goals and priorities, includingi infrastructure needs such as road resurfacing. When applying for DOT grants, having a strategic plan shows that the project aligns with broader community objectives and is al ngr-priontylnvestment fori the city. 2. Supports Needs Assessment: As strategic plan typicallyi includes at thorough assessment of currentintfrastructure conditions and future needs. This data-driven approach provides evidence of why road resurfacing is necessary, supportingthe 3. Enhances Pro)ectlustification: Grants often require a detailed justification oft the project's importance and potential impact. A: strategic plan can articulate how road resurfacing contributes to economic development, improves safety, enhances transportation efficiency, and benefits the overall quality of life for residents. This strengthens the grant application by clearly outlining the project's significance and 4. Aligns with Funding Criteria: Many DOT grant programs prioritize projects that align withs specific criteria such as economic impact, safety improvements, and environmenta benefits. A: strategic plan helps tailort the grânt applicationi to demonstrate how road resurfacing meets these criteria, increasing the  city's case fori funding based on documented need.  expected outcomes.  competitiveness oft the city's funding proposal.  5. Supports Community Engagement: A well-developed strategic plan often includes input from stakeholders and community members. This engagement demonstrates local support and ensures that the proposed road resurfacing project reflects the needs and priorities ofr residents, which can be crucial in securing funding from DOT 6. Long-Term Planning and Sustainability: DOT grant programs mayi favor projects that are part of a comprehensive, long-term strategy fortransportation infrastructure development. A strategic plan provides assurance that the cityi is committed to sustainable growth and infrastructure maintenance, which can make the project more attractive toi funding agencies looking fori investments with lasting 7. Improves Project Management: Grant applications often require detailed project plans, timelines, and budget estimates. A strategic plan provides a framework for projectmanagement, helping the city demonstrate readiness to effectively utilize  programs that consider community/molvement as a criterion.  benefits.    grant funds and sucesslulyimpement the road resurfacing project within  specified timelines and budget constraints.  Ins summary, a strategic plan serves as a foundational document that not only guides the citysdevelopment efforts but also strengthens its ability to secure funding for critical infrastructure projects like road resurfacing. By aligning project proposals with strategic goals, demonstrating community support, and providing clearjustifications based on data and needs assessments, rural cities can enhance their competitiveness and increase their  chances ofreceiving funding from DOT and other grant programs.  There are grant opportunities through the Department of Transportation (DOT) that rural cities can applyf for to resurface roads. Here are at fewl key programs to consider:  1. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Programs:  Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG):  Purpose: Provides flexible funding that can be used fora avariety of transportation projects, including road resurfacing. Eligibility: States allocate funds to eligible projects within their How to Apply: Cities typically apply through their state department of transportation (DOT), which manages the allocation of STBG funds.  jurisdictions, including rural cities.  2. DOT Rural Transportation Programs:  Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD)  Transportation Discretionary Grants:  Purpose: Provides funding for projects that have significant local or regional impact, including road and bridge projects in rural areas. Eligibility: Local governments, including rural cities, can apply Howi to Apply: Applications are submitted directly to the DOT during  directly.  the grant application period.  3. Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) Program:    Purpose: Provides federal credit assistance ini thei form of direct loans, loan guarantees, and standby lines of credit for large-scale transportation Eligibility: Local governments, including rural cities, can applyi ifti they meet Howt to Apply: Applications are submitted directly to the DOT, and projects are: selected based ont their economic and environmental benefits.  projects, including road resurfacing.  the eligibility ycriteria.  4. Emergency Relief Program (ER) (Federal Highway Administration):  Purpose: Provides funding for the repair orreconstruction of roads and bridges damaged by natural disasters or catastrophic events. Eligibility: Rural cities affected by qualifying disasters can apply fort funding. How to Apply: Applications are typically coordinated through the state DOT, which manages the ER1 funding allocation and application process.  5. State Transportation Grants and Programs:  Many states also offer their own transportation grant programs specifically tailored for road resurfacing and otherinfrastructure improvements. These  programs mayi include:  State Transportation improvement Program (STIP): Allocates federat and state funds for transportation projects, including road Local Transportation, Assistance Program (LTAP): Provides funding State Emergency Relief (SER): State-levelemergency: relief funding  resurfacing.  for local road and bridge projects. forroadi repairs after disasters.  Forr rural cities, it's important to coordinate with their state DOT1 to understand specific fundingopportunities, eligibility requirements, application procedures, and deadlines for each program. Building a strong case with a clear description of the project's benefits and alignment with transportation goals can: significantly strengthen the city'sapplication: for  DOT grants.    A Guide to  Strategic Planning  for Rural  Communities  USDA Rural Development Office of Community Development    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination ini its programs on the basis ofrace, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, and marital or familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication ofj program information (braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To filea complaint, write: Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250, or call 1-800-245-6340 (voice) or (202) 720-1127 (TDD). USDA is an equal  employment opportunity employer.  USDA Rural Development's Office of Community Development administers the Empowerment Zones and Enterprise Communities (EZ/EC) program, a Presidential initiative designed toj provide economically depressed rural areas and communities with real opportunities for growth and revitalization. Its mission: to create self-sustaining, long-term economic development in areas of pervasive poverty, unemployment, and general distress, and to demonstrate how distressed communities can achieve self- sufficiency through innovative and comprehensive strategic plans developed and implemented by alliances among private, public, and nonprofit entities.  Additional copies oft this guidebook can be obtained by contacting:  USDA Rural Development Office of Community Development Reporter's] Building, Room 701 3007 7th Street, SW Washington, DC20024 1-800-645-4712 Pw-nnvadgwed Revised March 1998    Contents  Why Do a Strategic Plan?. Getting Started.. Phase I: Strategic Planning. Phase I: Implementation. Phase III: Evaluation. Strategic Plan Elements. Where to Get Help. Bibliography.  9 10 12 13 14    Preface  Healthy communities require constant attention and nurturing. Communities become what they are based on choices people make over al long period oft time. They are shaped by the decisions we: make or fail to make. Some are: made with knowledge about their impacts, but others are: not. Some lead to The strategic plani is a useful tool for any community that wishes to change and grow. Aj plan willl help you see where you want to go and! help you make decisions on how to get there. This guidebook will help you choose aj path for your community. Itt takes you through the first stepi in aj process for change: strategic planning. You will create a vision of what you want your community to be likei in the future; identify things that are preventing change and opportunities to: move forward; and you will decide what The community development process consists oft three phases: strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation. Strategic planning looks at the big picture and helps you decide what isi important. During implementation, you dot the things which will get you) where you want tol be. After completing your activities, you evaluate them to see how well they worked. Improvements int the strategic plan willl be  unanticipated outcomes. But, the lack of a decision also has consequences.  actions are needed to make your vision ai reality.  based on lessons leamed.  The Community Development Process  Strategic Planning  Evaluation  Implementation  2    Why Do a Strategic Plan?  A strategic plan lays out the blueprint for change within a community. It takes a community from apie-in-the-sky vision to specific actions. Below are some very good reasons for doing strategic  planning:  To create a vision of what the community wants to become in the future. To: see the big picture of how the community's economy, environment and people To make sure that everyone in the community shares ini its well-being.  will be changed.  To: select and agree on some common goals.  Toi involve as many people and local organizations (e.g. universities, medical centers) To: find out how much time, money, and other resources are needed to create change. To get the support of Federal, State, private and non-profit partners.  as possible in the process.  Getting Started  Once your community has decided to prepare a strategic plan, here are some steps to help you get  started.  1. Identify a Lead Organization  Find an organization within your community that will provide leadership and support in the early stages of putting together a strategic plan. This organization may provide meeting space, telephones, computers, copiers, fax machines, secretarial support, and other things that the community needs to get started. You may have to create a new organization if you cannot find or  agree on an existing one. 2. Form a Steering Committee  The steering committee will oversee the strategic planning process. Recruit up to a dozen people from the community to serve on this committee. They should have the trust and respect of others and should represent different interests within the community. Form a diverse group, rather than  the same few people who are always in leadership positions.  3. Involve All Kinds of People  Get many people involved in the planning process. The strategic plan will have greater support if many people are involved. You need to hear from people who have different points of view, even ifyou do not agree with them. This will help you make decisions with more complete information and avoid some unexpected problems. Encourage minorities or people who have lower incomes  to take part in the process.  3    Think about which local organizations can carry out actions in the strategic plan. These may include governmental agencies, community groups (e.g. schools, food banks), and businesses. The strongest plans are usually those that include a wide range of community organizations in  designing andi implementing the strategic plan.  Search for organizations and people who have helpful skills such as:  Being creative Good organizational skills Using local resources efficiently Lots ofenergy and enthusiasm 4. Obtain Resources  Broad Participation: Do your planning meetings reflect what your community looks like?  Ability to work well with different kinds of people  Developing a strategic plan requires resources: people, places, and things (computers, copiers, etc.) to do the work. Create a list oft these startup needs and find people or organizations willing tol help. Your lead organization will provide you with initial help, but don't depend on just one agency. Think of individuals or agencies that are: not directly involved in your steering committee, such as state economic development agencies, state offices of USDA Rural  Development, and private foundations. Include youth groups.  5. Establish the Process  How will you make thoughtful choices about your future? After you have found people and resources, the steering committee should decide how the community will develop a strategic plan. Who will organize meetings? Who needs to attend? When and how will the public bei involved? How many meetings are needed? How long will they run? What results do you want from each Find someone in your community who can act as a facilitator or train several people. A facilitator makes sure your meetings run on time, that everyone has the chance to express an opinion, that decisions get made, that disruptions are small, and that everyone reaches agreement on important issues. Local businesses, community colleges, churches or government agencies may have skilled  meeting?  facilitators.  6. Develop a Planning Timetable  Create a brief (one or two page) planning timetable that describes when and where events will  take place and who is responsible for organizing them.  4    Phase I: Strategic Planning  There are many ways to develop a strategic plan. These six steps will guide those who are: not  familiar with the process. 1.1 Develop a Vision Statement Start thinking about your vision by creating a list of shared values in the community. Ask yourselves, "What is important to our community? What values will guide our activities?" For example: "We value creativity and opinions and contributions." The USDA Office of Community vibrant rural communities that are sustained through creativity, diversity, and collaboration." Another example is: "Our youth are creating good jobs locally."  Values, Vision and Process:  What values will guide our activities? What kind of community do we want to  become?  innovative ideas," "We value self- sufficiency and helping ourselves," and "We value everyone's  Begin crafting a vision statement. Describe how Use a 10-to 50-year timeframe. Think about how your economy, environment and people will interact. What will be different from today? Describe the end result you want. At this point, there. That willl be decided later.  Development's vision is: "Weenvision you want your community to bei in the future.  well-educated and capable of finding or you do not have to describe how you will get Involve as many people as possible in this process. You may choose to have a larger group brainstorm about ideas and then ask a few people to try to combine those ideas into as short and  clear vision statement. 2. Assess the Community  Once you have agreed on a common vision ofthe future, look at what you currently have. Prepare a profile of your community that describes its economy, environment and people. Some oft this information may already be available from government agencies, colleges and universities, planning departments, utilities or local businesses.  Community Assessment: Trends and conditions Problems and barriers Opportunities and assets Identify root causes of problems  Describe trends affecting your community, the problems it faces, and the opportunities ahead. What are the barriers to change and the assets you can rely on? Has there been a lot of growth? Are al lot of people leaving the community? What businesses are doing well and what businesses are doing poorly? Look at the resources in your community. What kind of businesses are there? What do they sell? To whom do they sell? Where doj people and local businesses buy the things they need? What churches, health centers, schools, parks and other public facilities serve your  5    community? What are community landmarks or attractions? What are the things your community This community profile will help you see where needs are not being met and identify people and resources needed to carry out your plan. The chart includes some major areas in which to identify  is most proud of?  your communitysstrengths, weaknesses, opportunities and problems.  Issue Category  Examples  Ars/Recration/Culure Facilities, programs, after-school activities, festivals  Basic Needs Business Opportunities Education Environmental Quality Health Housing Jobs Family and' Youth Physical Assets Safety/Security  Food, housing, clothing, household goods, equal opportunity. Large and small businesses, self-employment, and second jobs. Preschool, primary, secondary, trade schools, colleges Quality ofair, water, land. Noises, odors, pollution. Physical, mental, dental, emergency care, drug abuse. Affordable, safe, with basic services Unemployment, wage levels, training and job placement Parenting and communication skills, abuse or violence. Natural environment, parks, land use, roads, airports, water and  sewer, telecommunications  At home, school, work, in the community.  After preparing the community profile, examine the root causes of problems you identified. Ask why this problem exists and continue asking until you find the root cause. Imagine you are the  manager ofas store and have a problem with an employee.  Why is there aj problem? Why is the employee late? Why does she take her child there? Why can'ts she find any?  The employee shows up late to work every day. She takes her child to the day care across town. There is no day care close to work. There is the only one: facility in the community.  By asking "why?" several times, you will realize that the root cause oft the problem is not that you have a lazy employee, but that there are not enough child care services in the community. Asking why can save you al lot of time and money in getting at the real cause of problems.  6    3.A Analyze Resources  After completing the community assessment, look Resource Analysis:  at available or needed resources such as people, organizations, money, facilities, equipment, and other things that can be used to carry out your plan. What Federal, State, local, foundation and private resources could you apply for? Can a  What resources does the community already have? What new resources does the community need?  religious group raise some of the needed money through a yard sale? Will a large employer match any funds you can raise? Think about creative ways to find additional resources, especially those that do not involve money. Can local or regional businesses donate excess equipment?  Committed and motivated people are. just as important as money.  4.1 Rank Problems and Opportunities During the community assessment, you identified opportunities and problems and their root causes. Now rank thei issues in order ofi importance. Rate each problem on one or two factors: the severity (seriousness  Ranking Problems and Opportunities: How will you prioritize problems and  opportunities?  oft the problem) and magnitude (number of people affected). Assign a value to each problem, ranging from 1 (low) to 5 (high). Multiply the severity number by the magnitude number to get a score for each problem. Opportunities can be ranked be the likelihood of success, how much benefit you will get or other factors. Limit the amount oft time for discussing each problem in public meetings to focus on the most important concerns. Differences of opinion and lack of resources may mean some highly ranked problems or opportunities are left out of the strategic plan in the short run. But these issues can be  included in later updates oft the plan. 5. Determine Long-term Goals  What does the community want to change or achieve in the highly-ranked problems and opportunities. Itis not necessary to begin working on every goal in the first year. In some cases, more information may be needed about a problem before you can begin to solve it. When you develop goals, you are setting the direction for your community. Any  next 10 years? A strategic plan should include goals for each Goal Setting:  What does your community want to achieve in the long term?  specific action you take later should relate directly to one ofyour goals. Describe your goal in enough detail sO that everyone will know when you get there. For example: By the year 2010, the high school graduation rate in the community willl be 80 percent. In this step, you do not need to  say how you will achieve the goal.  7    6. Select Strategies  Next, decide the best way to achieve your goals. You should brainstorm as a community about different strategies to achieve your goals. You will be more likely to identify creative strategies when a diverse group ofi individuals are involved in thej process. This  Strategy Development: What will your community do toa achieve a particular goal?  will help you identify and avoid any negative or unintended consequences. For example, to reduce unemployment, you could use any or all of these strategies: increase the amount ofloans available to existing businesses; set up aj job training program; recruit new businesses into the community; start: a small business center; or come up with another creative idea. After you have developed a list of strategies, evaluate them to decide which ones will be most effective. Here are some questions to help you think about the impacts that a strategy could have. Ifr negative impacts are identified in any oft these areas, you can brainstorm about ways to  minimize or avoid them.  Does the strategy attack the root causes ofa aj problem? Isitay powerful method for change? Does iti involve partnerships among all sectors?  Will the strategy promote community empowerment: in decisionmaking? Will the strategy distribute benefits widely in the community (Consider age, gender, race, How will the strategy affect the community's economic diversity and vitality? How will the strategy affect the community's self-reliance and vulnerability to outside influences (e.g., global trade, severe weather, economic downturns)? How will the strategy affect the community/sresilience or ability to adapt to changing How will the strategy impact existing public services, such as schools, police, roads, What is the net impact on community finances (revenues VS. long-term costs)? How will the strategy affect the community's natural resources (air, water, energy, and Will the strategy enhance the more efficient use of community resources (financial, man- How much waste or pollution will the strategy create? What will be the cumulative effect of this and other related actions (i.e. approving a subdivision may contribute to a gradual loss of farmland.)? How will this action further the community'sl long-term vision and goals? What impact will this action have off-site (neighboring communities or the larger region)? How much: risk does this action involve? Consider whether it puts all oft the community's eggs in one basket or ifs some aspects oft the action could succeed while others do not.  income and disability)?  circumstances? water, and sewer? land)? made, natural)?  8    Phase 2: Implementing the Plan  Nos strategic plan is complete just because it gets written. The hard work ofimplementation comes next. Everything cannot be done at once, sO a strategic plan should be divided into several programs ofwork. Divide a 10-year plan into five 2-year work programs. Each two-year work program describes who will do things, to or with whom, what will be done, at what cost, and how Select goals and strategies from the strategic plan that you will begin during the first 2-year period. The work program must contain realistic estimates of expenses and income, describe tasks that need to be done, identify who will do the tasks, and set ai timeframe for completion. Although this information may change under unexpected circumstances, your work program should be as detailed and realistic as possible. Next, decide how to measure your progress and select "benchmark targets" for the first 2 years. These targets help evaluate your progress and Implementation may bet the most difficult but most important phase in the community development process. Itisi in this phase that the planned-for resources can be lost, partnerships become either close or distant, projects are started and then managed, and results become visible. Experience shows that successful communities usually do these things: Start with a smaller project that has a high chance of success, Manage their resources wisely and get the most value for every dollar,  success will be measured.  report on outputs.  Act responsibly sO their supporters have confidence int the community'sa ability to deliver the  promised results,  Keep citizens informed and constantly involved, Set benchmarks to measure how well they are doing, Evaluate progress regularly and publicly,  Change their plans when conditions change or new opportunities arise, always keeping in sight  the long-term vision, Celebrate suçcesses publicly.  Use every opportunity to Iearn from experience, and  This guidebook is not intended to address the implementation phase in detail, USDA's Rural Development Office of Community Development provides communities with separate guidance on benchmarking, which is an important implementation tool in the Empowerment  Zone/Enterprise Community Program.  Another helpful guide to successful project implementation is U.S. Department of] Health and Human Services, Office of Community Services, SelfSuficiency Project Implementation Manual: Lessons Learned from Eight Years of Office of Community Service Demonstration Partnership Programs (Washington: Department of Health and Human Services, Office of  Community Services, October 1996).  9    Phase III: Evaluation  A strategic plan is never really finished. Itwill change as your community's: needs, resources and priorities change. Your first version will change over time as you learn from your experiences and improve it. Think of your plan as being in a looseleafnotebook, not as al hardcover book which never changes. Constant evaluation will help you see. how well the community is doing, understand the benefits and impacts of certain activities, and make decisions based on better  information.  Monitoring and Continuous Learning:  How will members of the community be kept involved and informed? How will the community report on annual progress? How and when will you review and update the strategic plan? How will the community evaluate its process, outputs and outcomes?  1.C Continuing Public Involvement  After the initial enthusiasm of developing a community vision and strategic plan, many communities find it difficult to maintain public interest and involvement. This dropoff is normal, but over the long term, a strategic plan cannot succeed ifiti relies on only a few people to implement it. The plan should describe how the community will involve the public. The community always needs al large pool ofmotivated people. For example, some communities establish working committees or hold: regular town hall meetings. Itis especially important to reach out to those segments of the community that have not been very active inj past community  functions. 2. Progress Reports  How will successes be publicized? As the strategic plan is being implemented, it isi important to have constant communication with the public and agencies that have provided resources to the community. It is easy to forget to tell everyone what you are doing when you are sO busy doing the work. However, the individuals and agencies that support the community need tol know that their time and money are well spent. The strategic plan should describe how and when you will provide progress reports to the public and other partners. This will help maintain good partnerships and ensure continued support from inside and outside the community.  3. Strategic Plan Review and Amendment  How and when will the community review its strategic plan? This review can look at both "How isthed community doing?" and "How well are the plan' s goals being carried out?" It can consider unexpected circumstances and scan the environment for new problems or opportunities. The review team could include some oft the people that developed the strategic plan as well as members of the public. The review may identify things that need to be changed in the strategic  10    plan. Perhaps you thought you could build ai new airport, but you later learned that your proposed site was a toxic waste area. As your situation changes, so will your plan. However, you should not immediately revise your strategic plan every time you identify something that needs to be changed. Planning experience has shown that an annual review cycle works well and no more than two per year should be allowed. Constant changes can weaken the plan and lead community members to lose interest ini the process. The strategic plan should describe an official, public process to change the plan. This will allow those who helped develop the plan to learn about the proposed changes and participate in refining and approving them. Just as the whole community participated to create the plan, they should also help improve it.  4. Continuing Evaluation  Every once in a while, you should stop and look at what went right or wrong, leam why it happened and try toj prevent similar problems in the future. The strategic plan should describe how and when the community will evaluate the process, outputs and outcomes oft the strategic plan. Ifyoualready know who will do your evaluations, include them in the planning process.  They can tell you what kind of data is needed to do a good evaluation.  Process  Did people complete their tasks on time and within budget? A process evaluation helps answer questions such as "What changes are: needed in how we are carrying out our plan?" and "How can we doi it better?" It may be possible to do aj process evaluation at the end oft the first year or it may be more effective to do it during the strategic plan' s annual review and update.  Outputs  An output evaluation asks, "How much of what we planned to do did we actually accomplish?" Outputs are usually things that can be counted and that you can see completed in a short timeframe. They result from activities in the strategic plan and work programs. (e.g.jobs  created, houses built, programs started).  Outcomes  Ine evaluating the end results of implementing a strategic plan, ask "How successful were we in tackling the long-term problems in our community?" or "How successful were we in achieving our long-term goals?" Outcomes are usually long term (e.g, fewer people living in poverty) and linked to problems and goals. They are hard to evaluate because many factors that influence a community' 's well-being are out ofits control (e.g., weather, the world trade).  11    Strategic Plan Elements  What is the product of the strategic planning process? Unless required by a specific program, the plan does not have to follow any specific format. Here are all the major elements ofas strategic  plan:  1. Vision Statement  What values will guide our activity? What kind iofcommunity do we want to become? 2. Community Assessment  Trends/conditions (economic, social, etc.) Problems and barriers, their root causes and their magnitude/severity Community strengths and opportunities Ranking or prioritizing of problems and opportunities Existing resources, assets, capabilities and new resources needed  3. Goals  Group goals under keyi issues, such as housing, transportation, employment, and environment and  under each major heading, describe: What are out long-term goals? What is our desired condition?  What do we want to change (condition, problem, barrier, opportunity)?  4. Strategies  How can we best achieve each goal? How will partnerships help us achieve our goal?  5. Evaluation Process  How and when will the strategic plan be reviewed and updated? How will the community report on progress every year? How will the community evaluate its process, outputs and outçomes? How will members of the community be kept involved and informed?  12    Where to Get Help  FEDERAL AGENCIES  USDA Rural Development, Office of Community Development: 1-800-645-4712 USDA Rural Development State Office Community Development Program Managers  USDA Forest Service Useful Web Sites for Community Empowerment httplwww.ezec.gov ttp/www.rurdey.usda.govlocd  STATE AGENCIES  State Data Centers for census information State departments of community development State Cooperative Extension Office  OTHERS  Universities, institutes, foundations, "think tanks," and local consultants  Resource Conservation and Development districts Community Action Agencies Area Planning and Development districts Southern Rural Development Center North Central Regional Center for Rural Development Western Region Rural Development Center Northeastern Rural Development Center  13    Bibliography  Barkley, David L. Economic Adaptation: Alternatives for Non-metropolitan Areas. Westview Cowden, Richard. 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Washington: Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Community Services, October 1996. Wrinn, Charles, Karen Stokes and Warren Nilsson. CDBG Stories: An Organizing Manual. Coalition  forl Low Income Community Development.  15    Planning Implementation Tools Capital Improvement Plan  Center for Land Usel Education  padcrlmaceNe  September 2008  TOOL DESCRIPTION  Ad capital improvement plan (CIP) is a community planning and fiscal management tool used to coordinate the location, timing and financing of capital improvements over ai multi-year period - usually 4-6 years. Capital improvements refer to major, non-recurring physical expenditures such as land, buildings, public infrastructure and equipment. The CIP includes a description of proposed capital improvement projects ranked by priority, a year-by-year schedule of expected project funding, and an estimate of project costs and financing sources. The CIPi is a working document and should be reviewed and updated annually to reflect changing community needs,  Purposes of Capital Improvement Planning: Ensure the timely repair and replacement of aging infrastructure. Provide al level of certainty for residents, businesses and developers regarding the location and timing ofp public investments. Identify the most economical means ofi financing capital improvements. Provide an opportunity for public input in the budget and financing process. Eliminate unanticipated, poorly planned, or unnecessary capital expenditures. Eliminate sharp increases ini tax rates, user fees and debt levels to cover unexpected capital improvements. Ensure that patterns of growth and development are consistent with the comprehensive plan. Balance desired public improvements with the community's financial resources.  priorities and funding opportunities. COMMON USES Annual Capital Budgeting  Preparation oft the CIP and annual budget are closely linked. The first year ofthe CIP, known as the capital budget, outlines specific projects and appropriates funding for those projects. Iti is usually adopted in conjunction with the government's: annual operating budget. Projects and financing sources outlined for subsequent years are not authorized until the annual budget for those years is legally adopted. The out years serve as a guide for future planning and are subject to further The CIPis aj powerful tool for implementing a community's comprehensive plan, strategic plan, and other planning documents. Capital investments such as utility extensions, highway improvements, and the purchase ofj parkland or environmental corridors can have a substantial impact on patterns of growth and development. By providing funding for strategic investments ata given time and location, the CIPI helps ensure that development occurs consistent with a community's) plans and vision.  review and modification. Plan Implementation  Figure 1: The capital improvement) plan is used to identif, prioritize and assign funding to major capital expenditures. such as land, buildings, public infrastructure and equipment.        IMPLEMENTATION CREATION improvement plan:  The following general steps are: involved inj preparing a capital 1. Project Submission -1 Local agencies and departments are asked to submit al list of capital improvement projects in order ofpriority. Project request forms may: prompt the applicant to provide aj project description and justification, an estimate of initial project costs, ongoing operating and maintenance costs, 2. Evaluation and Selection - The CIP team reviews, prioritizes and selects projects based on specific criteria, such as: desired service level standard project demand, as determined by an inventory of existing land, equipment and facility conditions number ofresidents or geographic area served return on investment, cost savings or revenue generation sustainability or energy efficiency improvements economic, environmental, aesthetic or social impacts consistency with community plans and policies 3. Financial. Analysis -] Financial data, including historic and projected local government revenues, expenditures and debt service are used to assess the community's: ability toj pay for proposed projects and to select appropriate financing tools. 4. Plan Preparation - The draft CIP includes al list of recommended projects by funding year, project and scheduling details, and financing sources. Detailed maps, photos, graphs, timelines and other illustrations may accompany the plan. 5. Review and. Adoption - Following public review and revisions, the governing body adopts the CIP and capital budget. A single official is usually responsible for coordinating preparation ofthe CIP. This task may be assigned to the chief executive or administrative officer (mayor, president, manager, administrator), a budget officer, or a member oft the planning, finance or public works departments. The CIP coordinator often works with an advisory committee which may consist ofl local officials, citizens, or key departmental staff. Iti is also a good idea to refer the CIP to the plan commission for review and approval. In most communities, the CIP is prepared in the months preceding adoption oft the annual government budget. Toj provide sufficient time for project solicitation, financial analysis and community input, preparation of the CIP may take on a year-round function in some communities. The CIP should be reviewed and updated annually.  What is a Capital Improvement? Most communities define capital improvements as major public expenditures, usually physical in Local policies may specify the cost and useful life ofq qualified projects. For example, a small community may set minimum project costs at $1,000 or $2,500, while larger communities set the threshold at $10,000 or $25,000. Expenses below this level are considered "operational" and appear in the annual budget. The Government Association recommends a useful service life of at least three to five years. Common categories of capital expenditures include: 1. Purchase of major equipment (ex. playground equipment, snow plow, computers). 2. Acquisition ofland fora a public purpose (ex. park, landfll, industrial. site). 3. Construction, expansion or major renovation ofa public building or facility (ex. library, roads, sewage treatment plant, building retrofit for energye efficiency). 4. Related planning, engineering, design, appraisal or feasibility costs (ex. LEED certification, architecturaljees). Note: Some communities specifically exclude vehicles and equipment from the CIP.  nature.  and recommended funding sources.  public health, safety or other public or political support  concerns legal  Finance Officers  ADMINISTRATION        Report Card: Capital Improvement Plan  Cost  Money or staff resources required to implement tool.  Once approved, projects recommended in the CIP are funded through the annual capital budget. A variety of funding mechanisms may be used to fund individual projects such as property taxes, user fees, impact fees, special assessments, grants or bonds. The presence of a CIP can help a community to achieve other financial goals such as securing a good credit rating (thus lowering borrowing rates), promoting economic development, avoiding unexpected expenditures, and competing more successfully for state or federal funds. The team assembled to prepare the CIP must be skilled in financial management (ie. budgeting, cost estimation and forecasting), project management, and public participation. The public's positive or negative perception of the tool. The CIP helps to keep the public informed about future public improvements, thus providing a level of certainty to residents, developers and business owners regarding community vitality, tax  B  Public Acceptance  B  burdens, and service costs.  Political Acceptance Politician's Willingness to implement tool.  The CIP provides a rational, defensible and analytical approach for scheduling public improvements, thus reducing pressure on politicians to implement projects that are not highly ranked. Politicians that are uncomfortable sharing control with the public or other levels of Fairness to stakeholders regarding who incurs costs and consequences. Ranking projects based on pre-determined, measurable criteria such as number of residents served, geographic area served, or socioeconomic needs can help ensure that public improvements are strategically located where public needs and priorities are greatest. Level of complexity to manage, maintain, enforce, and monitor the tool. Developing and implementing a CIP takes a considerable amount of work from local officials, administrative staff and departmental staff, particularly upfront. After the first year, the work becomes more familiar and less demanding. An annual review process and project request forms can make the process run more smoothly. The geographic scale at which tool is best implemented.  B  government may shy away from this tool.  Equity  A  Administration  B  Scale  City, Village, Use of the CIP is most common among cities and villages, and growing Town, County among counties. Town use is limited but also appropriate.  GRADING EXPLANATION A- Excellent B-Above Average  C-Average D-B Below Average  F-Failing  Grades ares subjective ratings and should be considered inl light ofl local circumstances.        Figure 2: This excerpt) from the  WISCONSIN EXAMPLES  Marshfield CIP shows common CIP Marshfield, WI - Since the 1990s, the City ofl Marshfield has prepared features such as a project description an annual five-year capital improvement plan with the stated purpose of and justification. statement; expected providing for the timely renewal and extension oft the city's physical plant, capital, operating and other impacts; controlling the city's long-term debt, and coordinating capital development.  detailed funding sources. by) year; project rank; and graphic details. Capital Improvement Program City ofMarshfield, Wisconsin Project #: PR-L-1647  The CIP serves as al link between the city's comprehensive plan and annual  budget process.  2008 thru 2012  Contact: Ed) Englehart Department: Parks & Recreation Category: L- Parks Useful Life: Unassigned Priority: Levell  Project-Name: Wildwood Station-McMillan Marsh Trail  Description: Thej project would complete aj pedestrian/bicycle trail from Wildwood Park on the southt to McMillan. Avenue near Fig Avenue on the north. This project narrowly missed 80/20 funding byt the State of Wisconsin in 2006 and willl ber resubmitted in the next round ofs state trail funding allocations in 2008. Thej project will require acquisition oft the former Texas Spur rail corridor from 7th Street south to' Wildwood Park and cooperation from the Schooll District of Marshfield for the trail segment on the west boundary of Grant School.. As segment of the trail from Depot Street to Cleveland Street will consist ofa combination of on road Justification: This would provide a key connector segment to other existing trails through the center oft the trail system plan, including the Veteran's Parkway pedestrian overpass, and would create a connection to the medical complex area, Security Health, and Grant School. This project was suggested by the Friends oft the" Trails andi is supported by staff. Design and R.O.W. acquisition  bike lanes and sidewalks. The remainder ofthet traili is proposed tol be 10' asphalts surface.  will occur in 2010 and construction in 2011.1 Ity will bei important to continue to include St. Joseph's Hospital, the Marshfield Clinic and the School District of Operational Impact/Other: Increased maintenance cost for mowing, snow  Wildwood Station Trail & McMillan Marsh Trail (17th Streett tol Mann Road) PR-L-1647   Marshfield in the planning oft the project. removal, and other trail and grounds maintenance.  -  Expenditures Design Right of Way Construction Total Funding Sources Non-Local Revenue Operating Funds Room" Tax Total  2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Total  100,000 157,000 725,000 257,000 725,000 207,000 580,000 25,000 50,000 120,000 257,000 725,000  100,000 157,000 725,000 982,000 787,000 25,000 170,000 982,000  2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Total  FOR MORE INFORMATION Numbers 25, 26 and 27. Officers. Association. Management. Association. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS  Bowyer, RobertA. (1993). Capital Improvement Programs: Linking Budgeting and Planning. American Planning Chandler, Michael. (1996-97). Capital Improvement Programs - Parts I, II and III. Planning Commissioners Journal, Tigue, Patricia. (1996). Capital Improvement Programming: A Guide for Smaller Governments. Government Finance Vogt,A.J John. (2004). Capital Budgeting and Finance:. A Guide for Local Governments. International City/County Document prepared by Rebecca Roberts, 2008. Design and layout by Robert Newby. We gratefully acknowledge the contributions of Anna Haines and Linda Stoll, Center for Land Use Education; Bonnie Curtiss and Keith Strey, City of Marshfield; Alan Probst, Local Government Center; and Rob Burke, UW-Extension, Door County. Figure 1 photos from Bonestroo.com. Figure 2 excerpted from the City of Marshfield Capital Improvement Program, 2008-2011.  Association, Planning Advisory Service Report 442.        HARDEE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS  PROCLAMATION  WHEREAS parks and recreation is an integral part of communities throughout this WHEREAS parks and recreation promotes health and wellness, improving the physical and mental health of people who live near parks; and WHEREAS parks and recreation promotes time spent in nature, which positively impacts mental health by increasing cognitive performance and well-being, and alleviating illnesses such as depression, attention deficit disorders, and Alzheimers; WHEREAS parks and recreation encourages physical activities by providing space for popular sports, hiking trails, swimming pools and many other activities designed WHEREAS parks and recreation is a leading provider of healthy meals, nutrition WHEREAS park and recreation programming and education activities, such as out- of-school time programming, youth sports and environmental education, are critical WHEREAS parks and recreation increases a community's economic prosperity through increased property values, expansion oft the local tax base, increased tourism, the attraction and retention of businesses, and crime reduction; and WHEREAS parks and recreation is fundamental to the environmental well-being of WHEREAS parks and recreation is essential and adaptable infrastructure that makes our communities resilient in the face of natural disasters and climate change; WHEREAS our parks and natural recreation areas ensure the ecological beauty of our community and provide a place for children and adults to connect with nature WHEREAS the U.S. House of Representatives has designated July as Parks and WHEREAS Hardee County recognizes the benefits derived from parks and  country, including Hardee County; and  and  to promote active lifestyles; and services and education; and  to childhood development; and  our community; and  and  and recreate outdoors; and Recreation Month; and recreation resources.  19        NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY the Hardee County Board of County Commissioners that July is recognized as Park and Recreation Month in the county  ofHardee.  PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH  DONE. AND ADOPTED, by the Hardee County Board of County Commissioners at  their regular Board meeting on the 15th day ofJune, 2023.  Noey Flores, Chairman Hardee County Board of Commissioner  20        AND  A eS Ruheret  ommunilu Grows  Park and Recreation Month 2023: Where Community  Grows  Since 1985, people in the United States have celebrated Park and Recreation Month in July to promote building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation and to recognize the more than 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals - along with hundreds of thousands of part-time and seasonal workers and volunteers - that maintain our country's local, state and community parks. This year's theme "Where Community Grows" celebrates the vital role park and recreation professionals play in bringing people together, providing essential services As park and recreation professionals, you make a positive impact on the lives of your community members every single day. Let's come together this year and show the world just how much parks and recreation means to our communities.  and fostering the growth of our communities.  21