SNEADS TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MAY11,2021  The Town Council of the Town of Sneads, Florida, met in a regular session at the Sneads Town Hall on  Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at 6:00 p.m.  Mike Weeks called the meeting to order with the following present:  Mike Weeks, Alton Ranew, Daniel Cox, Attorney Mike Miller, Police Chief Sherri Griffin, City Clerk Danielle Guy, Deputy Clerk And the following were absent: Tim Arnold, Councilman Lee Garner, Town Manager All stood for the Pledge ofA Allegiance. seconded. All voted aye.  George Alexander and Donovan Weeks; Council Members  Donovan Weeks made a motion to approve the April minutes as presented. George. Alexander  Sherri Griffin, City Clerk presented Financial Statements and Budget Review Summary. (See Attached) Alton Ranew made a motion to accept them as presented. George Alexander seconded. All voted aye. Donovan Weeks made a motion to pay approved bills. Alton Ranew seconded. All voted aye. Jeff Bailey came back before the Council to discuss further his mobile home issue. He stated he had the mobile home inspected. (See attached) and that it meets all requirements oft the Ordinance except the age. Mike Weeks stated he would like to amend the Ordinance where it states age to meet State rules. Donovan Wccks agreed. Alton Ranew stated his problem was not wanting to changc things cvcry time someone had an issue with the Ordinance. After discussion, Alton Ranew made ai motion to amend the Ordinance and to approve Mr. Bailey's mobile home. George Alexander seconded. All voted aye. Donovan Weeks made a motion for the adjournment oft the old Council at 6:09 pm. Alton Ranew Daniel Cox, Attorney, administered the "Oath of Office" to Angela Locke, Anthony Money, and Mike Weeks. New Council reconvened at 6:12 pm. Mr. Cox then called for a motion for the office ofCouncil President. Donovan Weeks made ai motion for Mike Weeks tol be Council President. George Alexander seconded. All voted aye. Mike Weeks then called for a motion for the office ofCouncil Vice President. George Alexander made ai motion for Donovan Weeks to be Council Vice President. Anthony Money  seconded.. All voted aye.  seconded. All voted aye.    Regular Meeting May 11, 2021 Page 2  Mike Weeks declared Council President and Donovan Weeks Council Vice President for the May 2021- 2022 year. Mike Weeks, Donovan Weeks, and Mrs Griffin will now be the signers on the bank accounts Mrs Griffin asked for approval to transfer funds from General Fund to cover the Wastewater Treatment Project until the funds are repaid by FEMA. Donovan Weeks made ai motion to approve the transfer of Vance Coley, Melvin Engineering came before the council to discuss with them the need for approval to authorize issuance of future RFQ's and RFPs, for all disaster related State or Federal funded programs approved as a result ofa formal official declaration. After discussion, Donovan Weeks made amotion to authorize issuance of Request of Qualifications for Engineering and Engineering Inspection Services and issuance of Request of Proposals for Grant Administration Services for any and all disaster related State or Federal funded programs approved because ofai formal official declaration. Donovan Weeks asked Mr. Coley to explain what we were doing about stormwater. He informed citizens that we were approved for a Stormwater Infrastructure Upgrade Grant in the amount of almost 5million from Rebuilt Florida Mitigation Infrastructure Project. Just have to wait for all the paperwork to be complete then start the design and construction. He also reminded everyone that still had Hurricane Michael damage that there are funds available for you as well through Rebuild Florida, you  and Mr. Ranew will be removed.  funds to cover the WWTP Project. George Alexander seconded. All voted aye.  Angela Locke seconded. All voted aye.  just need to apply.  Sherri Griffin presented Mr. Garners, Town Manager's Report. (See attached)  Attorney Cox reminded Council that they are required to take the 41 hours of ethics training and he was available ifthey would like for him to give it to them, usually on a Saturday, maybe in August. Mike Weeks presented other Council members with their liaisons for the upcoming year as follows:  Donovan Weeks- Water and Sewer Anthony Money- Parks and Recreation Angela Locke- Streets and Sanitation George Alexander- Police and Fire  Donovan Weeks, treatment plant is coming along well, very larger project with a lot of damage from the hurricane. Mr. Garner and Mr. Pittman were supposed tol have taken their mosquito test, but until then he has it worked out to where the County is spraying the Town until we, get someone certified. Anthony Money stated that hel has been working with the recreation department and Tim Arnold has stepped up and is going to help until we get a new: recreation director. We have had a loto ofwork done George Alexander said that the Police Department is out patrolling and doing a wonderful job and got a patrol car from down state. The Fire Department got a new rapid response vehicle to help respond to  down at the park and still have a lot to do.  calls. Both departments are doing a great job.    Regular Meeting May 11, 2021 Page 3  Angela Locke, Iknow that some oft the streets have been filled in and are working on getting some  more done. Iwill be checking on it more: for the next meeting.  Public Comment: Allan Gay  Donovan Weeks made a motion to adjourn at 6:30 pm.  Respectfully Submitted, Dounuloe Danielle  Guy  Guy, Deputy Clerk  APPROVED:  MIKE WEEKS, COUNCIL PRESIDENT    Regular Meeting MAY11,2021  Budget Summary  GENERALRUND CARES. Act Funds) GASTAX  APRIL-Revenues are 39.19% above budgeted amount. (Hurricane ReliefFunds & Expenditures are 23.59% above budgeted amount. (CARES Act Purchases)  APRIL-Gas Tax County is 10.89% above budgeted amount. Local Option Gas Tax is  6.59% above budgeted amount.  Expenditures are 18.61% below budgeted amount.  SOLIDI WASTE  APRIL-Garbage revenues are 4.79% above budgeted amount. Expenditures are 3.11% below budgeted amount.  WATER & SEWER  APRIL-Sewer Special is 10.81% below budgeted amount and ACI Sewer is on target with  budgeted amount.. Water Sales and Sewer Sales are at budgeted amount. Total Expenditures are 6.59% above budgeted amount.  RECREATION FUND  APRIL- Expenditures are above budgeted amount. Hurricane Repairs.    P.O. Box 574 Chipley, Florida. 32428 InspectFlnomes.com 8506281977  INSPECT    Serving Florida since. 2001  May 6, 2021 Mr. Jeff Bailey P.O. Box 145 Sneads, FI.32460  RE: Limited general condition and verification of identification of manufactured home.  Dear Mr. Bailey,  Thes scope andj purpose of this inspection requested by you was agreed tol be and was limited to the current visual conditions oft the double wide manufactured home and to review identification plates. This inspection was limited toi identification labeling and general visually observed condition oft the manufactured home itself at time ofi inspection. Legal placement oft this manufactured home ist thes sole responsibility of the property owner, actual ownership oft thel home is unknown. Wind: zone classification zone Ilisl listed on the data plate and may be subject to further approval by local jurisdiction. Iam currently certified andl licensed byt the State of Florida under a home inspector classification only and not acting as a On May 5, 2021 aty your request a call was) placed to the Sneads City administrator Mr. Garner. Mr. Garner explained thel home was over 15 years old and therefore nol longer allowed to bei relocated within the City. A: sitei inspection oft the parked double widel located on ora about 8162 Old Spanish' Trail withl Mr. Bailey assisting was completed at thatt time. Multiple photos are on Mr. Bailey stated the City of Sneads requested ani inspection oft the general condition due to and specifically the age oft the home and with such may considera variance. Thel Manufactured home is titled as 2003 Fleetwood; GAFL239A/B 16976-F221. Manufactured home at that time was located on or near 8162 Old Spanish Trail Sneads Fl. 32460. Condition: separated, unsecured and on axels. Considering the age oft this Manufactured homei it was found in reasonably good condition noting some damaged or missing vinyl siding. Frame, tie strapping and remaining exterior was in reasonably good condition. Interior oft this home as accessible was in fair condition, minor damage tol laundry room ceiling all other accessible areas werei in fair Itis reasonable tol believe once this homei is properly set, blocked, tied bya al licensed mobile home installer to current Rule 15-C regulations or manufactures. setup manual and other aspects such as interior, / exterior finishes, roof, electrical, plumbing/water, ingress/egress: and utilities havel been completed that this home would provide adequatel housing. Inc closing conditions can change, therefore Irecommend furthera a fulll home inspection of thisl home prior to occupancy,  certified engineer, certified contractor orl licensed mobile home installer.  filet to corroborate my observations.  Observations:  condition with no indications ofunusual: age related decay or damage noticed, photos are attached.  Best K  Pres. Morris Companies Inc. State of! Florida # HI465    8162 Old Spanish Trail Sneads FI. 32460 May 5, 2021            Town of Sneads PO Drawer 159 Sneads, Florida 32460  PH (850) 593-6636 Fax (850)593-5079 Email: Sneadsmgr@sneadsfl.com  May 7,2021  MEMOTO: Council President and Council Members SUBJECT: Town Manager's Report - May 2021  1. Asar result oft the time for FEMA to reimburse the Town, and after discussion with our Town Auditor, we will have to make some transfers from the General Fund to the Water Fund to make payments for the construction work being done at the WWTP. These funds will be reimbursed as we get payments from FEMA. As a last resort, we might need to make some short-term loans before all the projects are complete, unless FEMA: really speeds up their repayment process. Would like to request aj motion to approve temporary transfer off funds from General Fund to Water Fund for payment ofhurricane repairs to be repaid upon receipt of funds from FEMA. 2. At the request oft the Elementary School Principal for assistance, Ihave approved aj payment of $325.00 for a bouncy house and slide to be used for school recreation day at Sneads Park on Monday, May 24th. We have not previously provided the school with any assistance this year. 3. Mrs. Sandy K. Martin, Administrator, Florida Department of Health Jackson County, has assured me that they will assist the Town with mosquito spraying for the foreseeable future. Justin Pittman and Itook our tests last week and both came up: short on the score. We have additional study material and will re-take the test soon, but in the meantime, the county has sprayed already a 4. Ihave not heard anymore from Mr. Bailey regarding his trailer moving into the Town, sola am not sure what his plans are. We tabled the matter at last meeting, and I have placed it on the agenda for 5. Ihave attached a few pieces ofcorrespondence for your review and information, toi include a copy ofthe latest Executive Order from the Governor regarding COVID Precautions. 6. Work is continuing at the WWTP, Pivot repairs and by the time council meets, should be started on the gazebo and health department projects. Ia am waiting on final plans for concession standrestroomsypress box for sports complex from Mr. Donfro sO we can go out for RFPS to construct the new facility. We met on Tuesday with his Electrical Designer at the Sports Complex tor review all the electrical design changes needed for the new: facility and all the new electrical installations to include new lighting. Also hope to have the approval for new footprint for pole  couple of times and will do sO on a regular basis.  further discussion.  barn by the time I return from vacation.  7. BEST NEWS OF ALL. WEA ARE. APPROVED FOR A STORMWATER  INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES GRANT IN' THE. AMOUNT OF $4,945,145.64 FROM REBUILD FLORIDA MITIGATION INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM. APPROVAL LETTER IS DATED MAY 6, 2021 AND NOW WE WILL HAVE' TO WAIT FOR ALLTHE    PAPERWORK TO BE COMPLETED, THEN START THE FINAL DESIGN. AND CONSTRUCTION OF THIS HIGHLY NEEDED PROJECT FOR THE CITIZENS OF THE TOWN OF SNEADS. CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE WHO HADAI PART IN WORKING ONTHE. APPLICATION AND IF WE CAN GET SOMETHING LIKE THISTO RESURFACE OUR STREETS, THE TWO MAIN PROBLEMISINTHE TOWN WILLI BE COMPLETE. IWILLCONTINUETO WORK ON SOMETHING FOR THE 8. Please remember I will be on vacation starting May 10th- May 14th. Sherri Griffin will be acting  STREETS. ACOPY OF THE. AWARD LETTER IS ATTACHED. Town Manager, but Iwill be available viaj phone ifr needed.  ELMONLEE GARNER  TOWNI MANAGER  CC: Town Clerk, Town Attorney, Deputy Town Clerk    -  -  :  2242 Wilimar Road Cottondale, FL32431  850-703-0756  November 17, 2019 Sneads Elementary School c/o Cindy Abel  myays  Mpdy  E-333 Whes SRudr Paak- d Spedane  Sve  34de  16x7- s48c 2A3p  250.09  GRse  135aa    STATE OF FLORIDA  OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER 21-102  (Suspending All Remaining Local Government Mandates and Restrictions Based on the WHEREAS, on March 9, 2020, I issued Executive Order 20-52, declaring a state of  COVID-19 State of] Emergency)  emergency for the entire State of] Florida as a result of COVID-19;and  WHEREAS, on September 25, 2020, I issued Executive Order 20-244, suspending the collection of local fines and penalties associated with COVID-19 regulations upon individuals, and on March 10, 2021, Iissued Executive Order 21-65, categorically remitting all fines upon individuals and businesses alike related to local government COVID-19 restrictions; and  WHEREAS, on March 29, 2021, the Legislature presented, and I signed into law, SB72 Civil Liability for Damages Relating to COVID-19, enacted as Chapter 2021-1, Laws of Florida, which provides crucial liability protection to individuals, businesses, educational institutions, religious organizations, and health care providers for liability claims related to  COVID-19; and  WHEREAS, on April 27, 2021, I6 extended the state of emergency initiated by Executive Order 20-52 as necessary to ensure Florida schools remain open for the remainder of the school year, to protect Floridians from being required to produce a so-called vaccine passport as a condition of participating in everyday life, and to implement budgetary response efforts to help  Floridians to the greatest extent possible; and  WHEREAS, on April 29, 2021, Surgeon General Dr. Scott Rivkees issued al Public Health Advisory (1) stating that continuing COVID-19 restrictions on individuals. including long-term use of face coverings and withdrawal from social and recreational gatherings, pose a risk of    adverse and unintended consequences, (2) further expanding vaccine eligibility, and (3)advising  government offices to resume in-person operations and services; and  WHEREAS, the State of Florida led the national effort to distribute the vaccine to elderly  and vulnerable populations and has provided vaccines to nearly 9 million people; and  WHEREAS, every eligible Floridian is now legally permitted to oblain a vaccine, and Florida maintains a sufficient supply for every eligible Floridian who desires a vaccine to be  vaccinated; and  WHEREAS, scientific studies show that vaccines protect individuals from COVID-19and  reduce hospitalizations and deaths caused by COVID-19; and  WHEREAS, the State and the majority of local governments have declined to issue mask  mandates; and  WHEREAS, a select number of local governments continue to impose mandates and business restrictions, without proper consideration of improving conditions and with no end in  sight; ;and  WHEREAS, due to the tremendous steps the State has taken to protect Florida's most vulnerable populations and rapidly offer vaccines to every eligible Floridian who desires one, local communities lack justification in continuing to impose COVID-19 mandates or restrictions upon  their citizens; and  WHEREAS, with my encouragement, the Florida Legislature passed and I signed SB 2006, a measure designed to curb restrictions and closures of businesses during an extended emergency, to add significant accountability and difficulty for the continuation of any local limitation on the rights or ibertiesofindividuals or businesses, and to declare ini no uncertain terms that the policy of the State of Florida will favor a presumption of commercial operation and individual liberty with no toleration for unending and unjustified impediments to that liberty; and    WHEREAS, in light of these recently enacted reforms, the widespread vaccination of Florida residents, and the sufficient supply of vaccines for all eligible Florida residents, Ifind that iti is necessary for the State of Florida to enhance its rapid and orderly restoration and recovery from the COVID-19 emergency by preempting and suspending all remaining local emergency restrictions on individuals and businesses and to return day-to-day life back to normal everywhere  in the State.  NOW, THEREFORE, I, RON DESANTIS, as Governor of Florida, by virtue of the authority vested in me by Article IV, Section 1(a) of the Florida Constitution and by the Florida Emergency Management Act, as amended, and all other applicable laws, promulgate the following  Executive Order:  Section 1 In order to mitigate the adverse and unintended consequences of the COVID- 19emergency and to açcelerate the State'sr recovery, all local COVID-19 restrictions and mandates  on individuals and businesses are. hereby suspended.  Section 2. This order eliminates and supersedes any existing emergency order or ordinance issued by a county or municipality that imposes restrictions or mandates upon businesses  ori individuals due to the COVID-19 emergency.  Section 3. For the remaining duration of the state of emergency initiated by Executive Order 20-52, no county or municipality may renew or enact an emergency order or ordinance, using a local state of emergency or using emergency enactment procedures under Chapters 125, 252, or 166, Florida Statutes, that imposes restrictions or mandates upon businesses or individuals  due to the COVID-19 emergency.  Section 4. Nothing herein prohibits a political subdivision of the State from enacting ordinances pursuant to regular enactment procedures to protect the health, safety, and welfare of its population. Only orders and ordinances within the scope of Section 1 based on a local state of    emergency or on emergency enactment procedures due to the COVID-19 emergency are hereby  eliminated and preempted.  Section 5. This order supersedes Sections 2 and 3 of Executive Order 20-244.  Section 6. This order is effective immediately.  INT TESTIMONY WHEREOF, Ih have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal oft the State of Florida to be xed, at Tallahassee, 3rd day of LaaD  RON DESANTIS, GOVERNOR  ATTEST:  KaurlMbu SECRETARY OF STATE    American Rescue Plan Act of2021  Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Fact Sheet  Summary  The American Rescue Plan Act of2021 creates new Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to keep first responders, frontline health workers, teachers, and other providers ofvital services safely on the job as states, local governments, Tribes, and territories roll out vaccines and fight to rebuild Main Street economies. Funds are available until December 31, Now that the legislation has been cleared by Congress, all matters ofe execution- n-including allocations offunding, regulations prescribing eligible uses of payments, and resolving matters ofstatutory ambiguity--will be determined by the guidance and regulations promulgated by the What follows is a summary of the key aspects of the recovery funds, and describes the intent of the legislation, along with aj preliminary understanding ofhow the Treasury will execute the  2024.  Secretary of the Treasury, which will be determinative.  proposals.  States and the District of Columbia: $195.3 billion $25.5 billion will be equally divided.  $755 million will be allocated to make the Districto ofColumbia whole after it did The remaining funds will be distributed based on the share oft total unemployed Ifast state's combined state and local funding total is less than what they received under the CARES Act, the difference will be allocated to the state (this guarantees To the extent practicable, states and the District of Columbia will receive allocations from the Department ofTreasury (Treasury) within 60 days of IfTreasury decides that a payment to a State requires additional justification, the Secretary could choose to withhold up to 50% of the allocation to each state for up to 12 months from the date the certification of need is received. Sucha withholding would not be required, and ift the State submits a second certification ofneed, the Secretary would be required to release the withheld amount by the  not receive a fair allocation under the CARES Act.  workers.  ar minimum of $1.25 billion for each state). submitting a Certification of Need.  12-month deadline.  Local governments: $130.2 billion divided evenly between cities and counties  $65.1 billion will be allocated to metropolitan cities.  $45.57 billion will be allocated to municipalities with populations of generally atl least 50,000 using a modified Community Development Block Grant  formula and sent directly from Treasury to the city.    $19.53 billion will be allocated to municipalities with populations of generally fewer than 50,000 in states and territories, with allocations capped at 75% of the locality's most recent budget as ofJanuary 27, 2020. Funds will be sent to the state to distribute to the local community based on population within 30 days ofreceipt unless an extension is granted. Even if granted an extension, States must distribute the funds to the local community not later than 120 days after they receive this funding for distribution or face monetary penalty, and cannot change the allocations or impose additional requirements. $65.1 billion willl be allocated to counties based on population and sent directly from Funding will be distributed by Treasury in two tranches- one within 60 days of enactment to the extent practicable, and the second one year after the disbursement of  the Department ofTreasury to the counties.  the first tranche. Territories: $4.5 billion  $2.25 billion will be divided equally. $2.25 billion will be allocated based on population. 60 days ofs submitting a Certification of Need.  To the extent practicable, territories will receive allocations from Treasury within IfTreasury decides that aj payment to a territory requires additional justification, the Secretary could choose to withhold up to 50% oft the allocation to the territory for up to 12 months from the date the certification ofneed is received. Such a withholding would not be required, and ifthe Territory submits a second certification of need, the Secretary would be required to release the withheld  amount.  Tribes: $20 billion to federally recognized Tribal governments.  $1 billion will be divided equally.  $19 billion will be divided as determined by Treasury, which is expected to engage in Tribal consultation and to make use of data previously collected from Tribes to improve the distribution formula used ini the CARES Act. Tot the extent practicable, funding will be distributed by Treasury within 60 days  ofenactment.  In addition to these Funds, the law creates a new $101 billion Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund for "critical capital projects directly enabling work, education, and health monitoring, including remote options, ini response to the public health emergency with respect to the Coronavirus Disease." To implement this Fund, Treasury is required to establish aj process of applying for grants within 60 days of enactment. The Fund will provide:  $100 million for each state, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico; $100: million split equally between the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, and Palau;    $100 million split equally between Tribal governments and Hawaii, with each receiving a Thei remaining $4.71 billion will be distributed to states, the DistrictofColumbia, and  minimum of $50,000; and Puerto Rico as follows:  50% based on population 25% based on rural population  25% based on household income that is below 150% of the poverty line  The law also creates an additional $2 billion Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund that will allocate $750 million to eligible revenue sharing counties (defined toi include the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Virgin Islands) and $250 million to eligible Tribes for any government purpose other than lobbying. These funds will be distributed based on economic conditions oft the recipient entities in fiscal years 2022 (beginning October 1,2021) and 2023 (beginning October 1, 2022). Among other things, this fund is intended to assist counties currently reliant on the Payment in Lieu ofTaxes (PILT) and Secure Rural Schools (SRS) programs, among other revenue sharing programs, but based on their real economic  conditions rather than historic payments.    Frequently Asked Ouestions  How can recipient governments use relief allocations from the State and Local Fiscal The Department ofTreasury will issue guidance detailing its interpretation and implementation ofeligible uses, but the statutory language specifically authorizes use oft the funds. Each oft the  Recovery Funds?  following is a separate allowable use oft the funds for the recipient:  Tor respond to the pandemic or its negative economic impacts, including assistance to households, small businesses, and nonprofits, or aid to impacted industries such as For premium pay to eligible workers performing essential work (as determined by each recipient government) during the pandemic, providing up to $13 per hour above regular For the provision of government services to the extent oft the reduction ini revenue due to thej pandemic (relative to revenues collected in the most recent full fiscal year prior to the To make necessary investments in water, sewer, or broadband infrastructure; Ina addition, ai recipient may transfer its allocation to a private nonprofit organization, Tribal organization, public benefit corporation involved in the transportation of passengers or cargo, or special-purpose unit of State or local government, ift the recipient government sO chooses. The recipient entity would need to use the funds consistent with the purposes listed above. The recipient government must send Treasury periodic reports with a detailed accounting oft the uses of the funds (States and territories must also provide all modifications to tax revenue The language explicitly prohibits funds from being deposited into a pension fund. States and territories are also prohibited from using the funds to offset, either directly or While the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund eligible uses are broader than those ofthe CARES Act Coronavirus ReliefFund, guidance previously released for the Coronavirus Relief Fund may provide insight into how Treasury may interpret and implement these American  tourism, travel, and hospitality;  wages; emergency);  sources since March 3, 2020).  indirectly, a tax cut made since March 3, 2021.  Rescue Plan provisions.  How will state and local governments receive the reliefallocations?  States and territories will receive their allocations within 60 days ofs submitting to Treasury a certification signed by an authorized officer that the funds are needed to respond to the pandemic and will be used in compliance with the eligible uses. IfTreasury decides that aj payment to a state requires additional justification, the Secretary could choose to withhold up to 50% of the allocation to each state and territory for up to 12 months from the date the certification ofr need is    received. Such a withholding would not be required, and ift the state or territory submits a second certification ofr need, the Secretary would be required to release the withheld amount by Funding for counties, metropolitan cities, and nonentitlement units of local government (generally those under 50,000 inhabitants) will be separated into two tranches. To the extent practicable, Treasury is required to send out the first tranche (equal to 50% of the recipient's allocation) within 60 days of enactment, and the second tranche (the remaining 50%) not earlier than one year after the first disbursement. Counties, metropolitan cities, and nonentitlement units of local government are not required to submit a signed certification ofr need to Treasury. Because it could take ai full year for Treasury to calculate and disburse the allocations for nonentitlement units of local government, Treasury is instead required to send the amounts intended for those recipients to each state (including territories) within 60 days. States and territories would then have 30 days to disburse the funds to the nonentitlements based on population. Because oft the potential administrative burden ofe evaluating the eligibility for all of these smaller localities, a state could, ifnecessary, ask Treasury for up to three extensions for distributing one or more oft those allocations. The state or territory would need to justify why the extension is warranted, and would have no authority to change the amount of, or attach additional requirements to, the payments allocated to the intended local government recipients. Why have the allocations on the estimates spreadsheet changed over time?  the 12-month deadline.  States: The bill was amended in the Senate to replace the minimum base payment to states of $500 million with a total state- and local-level combined allocation equal to what the states received under the CARES Act, guaranteeing a minimum of$1.25 billion  for each state. Counties:  A correction was made to an error in the way the CDBG allocations were weighted across counties. This resulted in a greater number of urban counties receiving the CDBG markup (up to 14, from 11 previously) and a subsequent reduction in the amounts received by other counties. A correction was made to a data sorting error that resulted in the wrong population inputs being used for roughly 3% ofall counties. A correction was made: for an error in the way the CDBG allocations were weighted across metro cities. This resulted in increases in the projected assistance Eligible metropolitan cities that did not receive a FY2020 CDBG award and were therefore left offi initial runs were manually identified and added when possible. Nonentiflement Units ofLocal Government: The estimates gained more precision over time based on updates to how Treasury will calculate the nonentitlement allocation for each state, as well as a change to the definition of "nonentitlement unit of local government" to more accurately cover active local governments performing the functions ofmunicipalities, as had been the intent. For example, the prior definition would have inadvertently made non-governmental entities eligible for allocations, which while  Metropolitan Cities:  toe each metropolitan city by about 9%.    appropriate for the CDBG program, was not thej policy intent oft the state and local  funding in the American Rescue Plan.  What will cause final allocations to differ from the estimates spreadsheet?  Interpretation and implementation decisions by the Department of Treasury, including the possibility of using the FY2021 CDBG formula for metro cities or 2020 population data for counties and nonentitlements (that data was not available at the time that the Congressional Research Service's s preliminary estimates were calculated). The cap on nonentitlement allocations at 75% oft the entity's most recent budget as of January 27, 2020. Congressional Research Service analysts do not have local budget information sufficient to calculate this cap, so it is not reflected in the estimates. Redistribution of funds from inactive counties to the local governments within the Potential addition of eligible metro cities that did not receive a FY2020 CDBG award and Projected amounts for nonentitlements may be divided between more than one nonentitlement government to the extent that eligible nonentitlement governments have overlapping populations (for example, residents ofa village govemment and town government in New York). In cases where an eligible government does not appear on this list but another government representing some or all ofits population is listed, the total estimate provided represents all oft the nonentitlement funding attributable to the government's underlying population. Treasury guidance on how to distribute amounts What ifa city, town, village, or township is not included on the estimates spreadsheet? The updated spreadsheet is not a comprehensive list of eligible nonentitlement units of local government; rather, it uses publicly available data to estimate how Treasury might interpret the  county.  were therefore not included on the spreadsheet.  for overlapping government will be determinative.  law.  The legislation defines "nonentitlement unit ofl local government" as either:  (1) Any "municipality" (as defined by the Census) that is a city, county, town, township, parish, village, or other general purpose political subdivision ofa State; Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Virgin Islands, and American Samoa, or a general purpose political subdivision thereof; a combination ofs such political subdivisions that, except as provided in section 5306(d)(4) oft this title, is recognized by the Secretary; and the  District of Columbia.  or,  (2) any non-municipality (as defined by the Census) that is a town or township and which: (i) possesses powers and performs functions comparable to these associated with  municipalities,    (ii) is closely settled, and  (iii) contains within its boundaries no incorporated places as defined by the United States Bureau of the Census which have not entered into cooperation agreements with such town or township to undertake or to assist in the undertaking of essential community development and housing assistance activities.  The Treasury Department will determine how this will be interpreted and implemented. In cases where an eligible government does not appear on this list but another government representing some or all ofi its population is listed, the total estimate provided represents all of the nonentitlement funding attributable to the government's underlying population. Treasury will determine how such amounts are divided among such overlapping units of government. What about cases where al local government appears more than once?  The legislation provides for funding to cities (including both metro cities and nonentitlements) and counties to be separate and distinct. In cases where cities are also incorporated as counties, those governments should expect to receive funding both as a city and as a county. However, any case where a local government is listed once as a city either as both a metro city and a nonentitlement government, or twice as a nonentitlement government - is likely the product of error inherent in the estimating process. For any government that is listed as both a metro city and a nonentitlement government, the metro city estimate is likely to be more accurate. In cases where a government is listed more than once as ai nonentitlement, any duplication should be ignored and the estimate should only be counted once, keeping ini mind that some states have governments with identical names in different counties.    Apalachicola Arsenal Museum Historical Society (A Florida registered. non-profit) P.O. Box 223, Chattahoochee. F1.32324 (850)566-9567 wanervzzegmal.con  Dear Rotarians  We are pleased to announce an exciting event for our community coming this year. On August 28th, the Apalachicola Arsenal Museum will be hosting the Smithsonian Museums, Museum on Main Street traveling exhibit Water/Ways". Museum on Main Street (MOMS) is a partnership between the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES), state humanities councils, and small museums in rural communities. With our location on the Apalachicola River this exhibition fits right into our lives and is an important educational and beneficial experience for learning more about water and our water ways. We are pleased to announce that we: are one of only seven communities within the State to have been selected and the only one located in the Panhandle. Because of this Our world is water and, sO are we. An essential component of life on our planet, water powers the environment's engine, impacting climate and helping to shape and sculpt the landscape. Humans and animals rely on water for health, hydration, food supplies and hygiene. Our River, unlike many others, provides a diverse variety of species of plants and animals, many of which are rare and are found only in this area, some of which are considered threatened or endangered. Our River is the largest in the State with a history that goes back ages and ties in with who we are. This exhibit will allow the Museum to share the history ofi the Apalachicola River for generations to come through Ini for an effort to create an exhibit and a program we all can be proud of we need the support of the community)..and; your support. Our partnership will allow us to bring knowledgeable, educated speakers to our community, educational programs for our children and programs that will share the need to care for and protect the Apalachicola River. Not only do we need sponsorship assistance, but we need your participation through volunteering, participating in events and spreading the word of the Smithsonian coming to town. Ihave attached copies of sponsorship information for your review and hope we can count on you to be a partner in this once in a lifetime opportunity to bring such a prestigious exhibit to our area. We hope you will join with Gadsden County Library, Gadsden Art Museum, Columbia Sportswear, NW Florida Water Management District, Apalachicola Riverkeeper, FSH Marine Science Lab and the Apalachicola River Estuary in becoming a part of this event. We sincerely appreciate your taking the time to review this information and hope to heart from you soon. Should you have any questions please feel free to contact me. Thank you.  we expect to receive lots of interest and attention.  permanent exhibits, stories gathered, art shared and SO much more.  Sincerely, Linda Kranert  Jim Folds  Museum Coordinator, Apalachicola Arsenal Museum  President, Apalachicola Arsenal Museum Historical Society  Smithsonian WATER WAYS  Floridaly    SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES RIVER SPONSOR..52500 *** "Name/Logo on Exhibit Sponsor Board *Name/Logo on Exhibit Program Name/Logo on Print and Social Media Recognition at VIP Reception "Participation & Picture in Ribbon Cutting Ceremony *4Tickets to VIP Luncheon "Opportunity to schedule private tour for Employees LAKE SPONSOR..51500 *** *Name/Logo on Sponsor announcements Name/Logo on Event Program Inclusion in Ribbon Cutting *21 Tickets to VIP Lunch Reception GALLEY SPONSOR..5500 *** Name/Logo on VIP Lunch Reception tables *Name/Logo Dessert on Table Opening WATERSHED SPONSOR..5250 *** *Name on Sponsorship List *Name on Exhibit Program FRIENDS OF THE MUSEUM. $100 Name on Event Program TO SIGN UP TO SPONSOR CONTACT LINDA (850) 794-0197 or email raner222@gmal.com  HOME iswhere the water  SMITHSONIAN MUSEUM EXHIBIT  WAIER/WAYS COMESTOTHE  APALACHICOLA ARSENAL MUSEUM AUGUSI2B-OCTOBER 23,2021  Water/Ways"  Water is life. Water is crucial in determining where we live and work and what we eat and drink. The Water/Way exhibit will bring an the public programs are being developed to coincide with the exhibit including lectures, documentaries, children's events, art projects, hands on seminars and a permanent exhibit on the Apalachicola River. Your help is needed to support all these programs. Signup  interactive, educational and informative exhibit to our area. Free to *Name/Logo on Exhibit Program  to be a part of this historical event.  . Smithsonian  WATER WAYS  RUNIRS Ponay  @  Formore information call (850) 794-0197. Follow us on Facebook:. Apalachicola Arsenal Museum Historical Society    Ron DeSantis GOVERNOR  Dane Eagle EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR  DES FLORIDA DEPARTMENT4. ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY  5/6/2021  Lee Garner Town Manager Town of Sneads Town Hall 2028 3rd/ Ave Sneads, FL32460 Dear Lee Garner,  TPes  RE: Notice of Intent to Award--Rebuild Florida Mitigation General Infrastructure Program  The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) is pleased to inform you that has been selected to receive Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds based on the Stormwater Infrastructure Upgrades application submitted for the Rebuild Florida Hurricane Michael Infrastructure Program. We would like to thank the Town of Sneads for participating in the application process. Please see below for specific information.regarding the Town of Sneads's CDBG-DR project  selection:  Award. Amount: Upt to $4,945,145.64  Int the next few weeks, someone from my team will contact your to continue the grant process. Receipt of CDBG-DR funds is contingent upon entering into a subrecipient agreement with DEO. DEO will reach out to your staff during the development of an acceptable scope of work and budget for Stormwater Infrastructure Upgrades subrecipient agreement. Once those are developed, DEO will send the DEO looks forward to partnering with the Town of Sneads to serve Floridians in supporting their infrastructure needs. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Alyssa Hernandez, Bureau Chief, at (850)717-8471 or email Ayssa.hemandez@deo.mylorida.com.  subrecipient agreement for review.  Sincerely,  KK  Drew Winters, Director Office ofL Long-Term Resiliency  Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Caldwell Building! 107 E, Madison Street! Tallahassee, FL: 32399 An equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and service are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voicet telephone numbers ont this document may be reached by persons using TTY/TTD equipment via  850.245.7105] www. 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