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MIAMI BEACH
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
AND
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY THROUGH ITS COMMUNITY ACTION AND
HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT
AN 2 2 2025
This Memorandum of Understanding ("Agreement")is made and entered into this day of
_____,2024 by and between the City of Miami Beach,Florida (hereinafter the "City"),and
Miami Dade County through its Community Action and Human Services Department (hereinafter
M-DCAHSD).This Agreement is effective October 1,2024,the "Effective Date."
ARTICLE I /PROJECT SUMMARY
M-DCAHSD:
M-DCAHSD CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR:
ADDRESS:
CITY,STATE,ZIP:
PHONE,FAX,E-MAIL:
PROJECT AMOUNT:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
TERM:
EXPENDITURE DEADLINE:
PROJECT COMPLETION DATE:
FINAL REPORT DEADLINE:
FINAL REIMBURSEMENT
REQUEST DEADLINE:
Miami Dade County,Community Action and
Human Services Department
Tania Avellanet,Assistant Director
701NW 1st Court 10"Floor
Miami,FL 33136-3912
(786)469-4871
Tania.avellanet@miamidade.gov
-($125,000 (FY 2025 funds);
See Exhibit 1 hereto
October 1,2024 -September 30,2025
September 30,2025
September 30,2025
October 15,2025
November 15,2025
October 15,2025
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement.
FOR CITY:City of Miami Beach,Florida
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ARTICLE II/GENERAL CONDITIONS
1.PARTIES:The parties to this Agreement are M-DCAHSD listed in Article I,and the City,a
municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of Florida.The City has delegated the
responsibility of administering this Agreement to the City Manager or the City Manager's authorized
designee (the "Contract Administrator").
2.PROJECT AMOUNT/PROJECT DESCRIPTION:On October 30,2019,the Mayor and City
Commission adopted Resolution No.2019-31082,approving funding,in the amount of $125,000,
dedicated for domestic violence services,starting Fiscal Year 2021-2022.The Project Amount,as set
forth in Article I of this Agreement,is comprised of $125,000,appropriated for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
The Project Amount for each subsequent Fiscal Year is subject to budgetary approval during the City's
budgetary process.M-DCAHSD may only use the Project Amount for the purposes (the "Project")
specifically described in the Project Description,attached hereto as Exhibit 1.Any modification to Exhibit
1,Project Description,shall not be effective unless approved by a written amendment to this Agreement
signed by the City and M-DCAHSD.
3.PROJECT BUDGET:Subject to the availability of City funds,the maximum amount payable to
M-DCAHSD for goods or services rendered under this Agreement shall not exceed the Project Amount
as set forth in Article I of this Agreement.M-DCAHSD agrees that should available City funding be
reduced,the amount payable under this Agreement will be reduced at the sole option of the City of
Miami Beach.All of M-DCAHSD's expenditures are subject to the terms of this Agreement,and as
specified in the Project Description.Notwithstanding the foregoing,no modification to the Project fund
amount shall exceed the Project Amount set forth in Article I of this Agreement.Any request by M-
DCAHSD to modify the Project Amount shall be made in writing,using City approved forms,detailing
and justifying the need for such changes.
4.REPORTS:The Project funds have been awarded with the understanding that the activities and
services contemplated under the Project Description will mutually contribute to the enhancement of
services available to City residents and visitors.As a condition of disbursements of Project funds,and
to demonstrate that the Project funds are fulfilling,or have fulfilled,their purpose,M-DCAHSD must
submit quarterly reports to the Contract Administrator by the following dates:January 15",April 15",
July 15",and the final report by October 15"
New Project awards will not be released to M-DCAHSD until all Final Reports for previously
awarded Project funds are received.The City may withhold any future payments of Project funds,or
the award of any subsequent Project funds,if it has not received all reports required to be submitted by
M-DCAHSD,or if such reports do not meet the City's reporting requirements.Any reports may be
disseminated by the City without the prior written consent of M-DCAHSD.AII quarterly reports must be
submitted on Exhibit 2,the Project Quarterly Status Report Form,detailing M-DCAHSD's compliance
at the time of a partial reimbursement request.
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5.REIMBURSEMENT REQUESTS/BALANCE OF PROJECT FUNDS UPON EXPENDITURE
DEADLINE:For the initial term and any annual renewal term thereafter,M-DCAHSD shall receive funds
on a reimbursement basis within thirty (30)calendar days from receipt of a written reimbursement
request ("Reimbursement Request")from M-DCAHSD.In connection with any Reimbursement
Request,M-DCAHSD shall provide the City with copies of all receipts,invoices,cancelled checks (with
copies of both front of back)and proof of expenditures of Project funds.M-DCAHSD shall provide the
City with and shall categorize all receipts,invoices,cancelled checks,and other documentation,
according to the categories set forth in the Project budget.Invoices and checks must be directly related
to expenses for project-funded activities taking place within the 2024-25 Fiscal Year.
In the absence of a default under the Agreement,as described in Section 17,any uncommitted
Project funds shall remain available for use by M-DCAHSD during a subsequent Fiscal Year pursuant
to the Memorandum of Understanding for the subsequent Fiscal Year.
6.PROJECT AMOUNT AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE:The total amount of the Project funds is set
forth in Article I,subject to the restrictions set forth herein.In awarding the Project funds,the City
assumes no obligation to provide financial support of any type whatsoever in excess of the total Project
Amount.Cost overruns are the sole principal responsibility of M-DCAHSD.The Project funds will only
be remitted to M-DCAHSD once the Mayor and City Commission have approved the funding award,
and once all parties have executed this Agreement.
7.PROJECT RESTRICTIONS:Project funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement may not be
used for the following expenditures:remuneration of City employees for services rendered as part of a
Project funded by these Project funds;debt reduction;social and/or fundraising events;cash prizes;
lobbying or propaganda materials;charitable contributions;or events not open to the public.
8.NO GUARANTEE OF FUNDING:M-DCAHSD acknowledges that the receipt of these Project
funds does not imply a commitment on behalf of the City to continue or provide funding beyond the
terms specified in this Agreement.
9.PROGRAM MONITORING AND EVALUATION:The City Manager or the City Manager's
designee may monitor and conduct an evaluation of the Project under this Agreement,which may
include,with or without limitation,visits by City representatives to M-DCAHSD's offices and/or the site
of any project funded by these Project funds,to observe M-DCAHSD's programs,procedures,and
operations,or to discuss the M-DCAHSD's programs with M-DCAHSD personnel;and/or requests for
submittal of additional documentation or written reports,prior to the Project completion date,evidencing
M-DCAHSD's progress on the Project.
10.BANK ACCOUNTS AND BONDING:M-DCAHSD shall maintain all monies received pursuant
to this Agreement in an account with a bank or savings and loan association that is located in Miami-
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Dade County.M-DCAHSD shall provide the City with the name of the bank or savings and loan
association,as well as the name and title of all individuals authorized to withdraw or write checks on
Project funds.
11.ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW:Funded activities by these Project funds must take
place during the City's fiscal year for which the Project funds are approved (October 1 -September 30).
M-DCAHSD shall keep accurate and complete books and records of all receipts and expenditures of
Project funds,in conformance with reasonable accounting standards.These books and records,as well
as all documents pertaining to payments received and made in conjunction with this Agreement,
including,without limitation,vouchers,bills,invoices,receipts and canceled checks,shall be dated
within the fiscal year for which they are approved and retained in Miami-Dade County in a secure place
and in an orderly fashion by M-DCAHSD for at least three (3)years after the Expenditure Deadline
specified in in this Agreement.These books,records,and documents may be examined by the City,
and/or its authorized representatives,at M-DCAHSD's offices during regular business hours and upon
reasonable notice.Furthermore,the City may,at its expense,audit or have audited,all the financial
records of M-DCAHSD,whether or not purported to be related to this Agreement.
M-DCAHSD costs or earnings claimed under this Agreement may not also be claimed under any
other Agreement from the City of Miami Beach or from any other entity.Any claim for double payment
by M-DCAHSD shall be a material breach of this Agreement.
12.INSPECTOR GENERAL AUDIT RIGHTS:
A.Pursuant to Section 2-256 of the Code of the City of Miami Beach,the City has established the
Office of the Inspector General which may,on a random basis,perform reviews,audits,inspections and
investigations on all City contracts,throughout the duration of said contracts.This random audit is
separate and distinct from any other audit performed by or on behalf of the City.
B.The Office of the Inspector General is authorized to investigate City affairs and empowered to
review past,present and proposed City programs,accounts,records,contracts and transactions.In
addition,the Inspector General has the power to subpoena witnesses,administer oaths,require the
production of witnesses and monitor City projects and programs.Monitoring of an existing City project
or program may include a report concerning whether the project is on time,within budget and in
conformance with the contract documents and applicable law.The Inspector General shall have the
power to audit,investigate,monitor,oversee,inspect and review operations,activities,performance
and procurement process including but not limited to project design,bid specifications,(bid/proposal)
submittals,activities of M-DCAHSD,its officers,agents and employees,lobbyists,City staff and elected
officials to ensure compliance with the contract documents and to detect fraud and corruption.
Pursuant to Section 2-378 of the City Code,the City is allocating a percentage of its overall annual
contract expenditures to fund the activities and operations of the Office of Inspector General.
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C.Upon ten (10)days written notice to M-DCAHSD,M-DCAHSD shall make all requested records
and documents available to the Inspector General for inspection and copying.The Inspector General is
empowered to retain the services of independent private sector auditors to audit,investigate,monitor,
oversee,inspect and review operations activities,performance and procurement process including but
not limited to project design,bid specifications,(bid/proposal)submittals,activities of M-DCAHSD,its
officers,agents and employees,lobbyists,City staff and elected officials to ensure compliance with the
contract documents and to detect fraud and corruption.
D.The Inspector General shall have the right to inspect and copy all documents and records in M-
DCAHSD's possession,custody or control which in the Inspector General's sole judgment,pertain to
performance of the contract,including,but not limited to original estimate files,change order estimate
files,worksheets,proposals and agreements from and with successful subcontractors and suppliers,
all project-related correspondence,memoranda,instructions,financial documents,construction
documents,(bid/proposal)and contract documents,back-change documents,all documents and
records which involve cash,trade or volume discounts,insurance proceeds,rebates,or dividends
received,payroll and personnel records and supporting documentation for the aforesaid documents
and records.
E.M-DCAHSD shall make available at its office at all reasonable times the records,materials,and
other evidence regarding the acquisition (bid preparation)and performance of this Agreement,for
examination,audit,or reproduction,until three (3)years after final payment under this Agreement or for
any longer period required by statute or by other clauses of this contract.In addition:
i.If this Agreement is completely or partially terminated,M-DCAHSD shall make available
records relating to the work terminated until three (3)years after any resulting final
termination settlement;and
ii.M-DCAHSD shall make available records relating to appeals or to litigation or the settlement
of claims arising under or relating to this Agreement until such appeals,litigation,or claims
are finally resolved.
F.The provisions in this section shall apply to M-DCAHSD,its officers,agents,employees,
subcontractors and suppliers.M-DCAHSD shall incorporate the provisions in this section in all
subcontracts and all other agreements executed by M-DCAHSD in connection with the performance of
this Agreement.
G.Nothing in this section shall impair any independent right to the City to conduct audits or
investigative activities.The provisions of this section are neither intended nor shall they be construed
to impose any liability on the City by M-DCAHSD or third parties.
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13.PUBLICITY AND CREDITS:M-DCAHSD must include the City logo and the following credit
line in all publications related to this Agreement:"This Project is funded in whole or in part by
funding from the City of Miami Beach."M-DCAHSD's failure to comply with this paragraph may
preclude future funding from the City,in the same manner as if M-DCAHSD defaulted under this
Agreement.
14.LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION:M-DCAHSD shall indemnify and hold harmless the City
and its officers,employees,agents,and contractors,from and against any and all actions (whether at
law or in equity),claims,liabilities,losses,expenses,or damages,including,without limitation,
attorneys'fees and costs of defense,for personal,economic,or bodily injury,wrongful death,or loss of
or damage to property,which the City or its officers,employees,agents and contractors may incur as
a result of claims,demands,suits,causes of action or proceedings of any kind or nature arising out of,
relating to,or resulting from the performance of this Agreement by M-DCAHSD or its officers,
employees,agents,servants,partners,principals or contractors.M-DCAHSD shall pay all claims and
losses in connection therewith and shall investigate and defend all claims,suits,or actions of any kind
or nature in the name of the City,where applicable,including appellate proceedings,and shall pay all
costs,judgments,and attorneys'fees which may issue thereon.M-DCAHSD expressly understands
and agrees that any insurance protection required by this Agreement,or otherwise provided,shall in no
way limit its obligation,as set forth herein,to indemnify,hold harmless,and defend the City or its officers,
employees,agents,and contractors as herein provided.
The provisions of this section shall only be applicable to the extent and within the limitations of
Section 768.28,Florida Statutes.M-DCAHSD shall not be held liable to pay a personal injury or
property damage claim or judgment by any one person which exceeds the sum of $200,000,or any
claim or judgment or portions thereof,which,when totaled with all other claims or judgments paid by
the government entity arising out of the same incident or occurrence,that exceed the sum of $300,000
from any and all personal injury or property damage claims,liabilities,losses or causes of action which
may arise as a result of the negligence of M-DCAHSD entity.
15.ASSIGNMENT:M-DCAHSD shall not be permitted to assign this Agreement,and any
purported assignment will be void,and shall be treated as an event of default pursuant to this
Agreement.
16.COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS:M-DCAHSD agrees to abide by and be governed by all
applicable Federal,State,County and City laws,including but not limited to Miami-Dade County's
Conflict of Interest and Code of Ethics Ordinance,as amended,which is incorporated herein by
reference as if fully set forth herein,and Chapter 2,Article VII of the City Code,as amended,which is
incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth herein.
17.DEFAULT/TERMINATION PROVISIONS:In the event M-DCAHSD fails to comply with any of
the provisions of this Agreement,the City Manager or the City Manager's designee may terminate this
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Agreement and withhold or cancel all or any unpaid installments of the Project funds upon giving five
(5)calendar days written notice to M-DCAHSD,and the City shall have no further obligation to M-
DCAHSD under this Agreement.Further,in the event of termination for cause,M-DCAHSD shall be
required to immediately repay to the City all portions of the Project funds which have been received by
M-DCAHSD and which have not been expended in accordance with the terms of this Agreement as of
the date that the written demand is received.
These provisions shall not waive or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedies that
may be available to it under the law.
18.FLORIDA PUBLIC RECORDS LAW:
A.M-DCAHSD shall comply with Florida Public Records law under Chapter 119,Florida Statutes,
as may be amended from time to time.
B.The term "public records"shall have the meaning set forth in Section 119.011 (12),which means
all documents,papers,letters,maps,books,tapes,photographs,films,sound recordings,data
processing software,or other material,regardless of the physical form,characteristics,or means of
transmission,made or received pursuant to law or ordinance or in connection with the transaction of
official business of the City.
C.Pursuant to Section 119.0701 of the Florida Statutes,if M-DCAHSD meets the definition of
Contractor"as defined in Section 119.0701(1)(a),M-DCAHSD shall:
i.Keep and maintain public records required by the City to perform the service;
ii.Upon request from the City's custodian of public records,provide the City with a copy of
the requested records or allow the records to be inspected or copied within a reasonable
time at a cost that does not exceed the cost provided in Chapter 119,Florida Statutes or
as otherwise provided by law;
iii.Ensure that public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt from public
records disclosure requirements are not disclosed,except as authorized by law,for the
duration of the contract term and following completion of the Agreement if M-DCAHSD
does not transfer the records to the City;
iv.Upon completion of the Agreement,transfer,at no cost to the City,all public records in
possession of M-DCAHSD or keep and maintain public records required by the City to
pet fort lhe service.I[M-DCAHSD transfers all public records lo the City upon
completion of the Agreement,M-DCAHSD shall,subject to Chapter 119,Florida
Statutes,destroy any duplicate public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt
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from public records disclosure requirements.If M-DCAHSD keeps and maintains public
records upon completion of the Agreement,M-DCAHSD shall meet all applicable
requirements for retaining public records.All records stored electronically must be
provided to the City,upon request from the City's custodian of public records,in a format
that is compatible with the information technology systems of the City.
D.REQUEST FOR RECORDS;NONCOMPLIANCE
i.A request to inspect or copy public records relating to the City's contract for services must
be made directly to the City.If the City does not possess the requested records,the City
shall immediately notify M-DCAHSD of the request,and M-DCAHSD must provide the
records to the City or allow the records to be inspected or copied within a reasonable time.
ii.M-DCAHSD's failure to comply with the City's request for records shall constitute a breach
of this Agreement,and the City,at its sole discretion,may:(1)unilaterally terminate the
Agreement;(2)avail itself of the remedies set forth under the Agreement;and/or (3)avail
itself of any available remedies at law or in equity.
iii.If M-DCAHSD fails to provide the public records to the City within a reasonable time may be
subject to penalties under Section 119.10.
E.CIVIL ACTION
i.If a civil action is filed against M-DCAHSD to compel production of public records relating to
the City's contract for services,the court could assess and award against M-DCAHSD the
reasonable costs of enforcement,including reasonable attorneys'fees,if:
a.The court determines that M-DCAHSD unlawfully refused to comply with the public
records request within a reasonable time;and
b.At least eight (8)business days before filing the action,the plaintiff provided written pre-
suit notice in accordance with and subject to the limitations set forth in Sections 119.0701
and 119.12,Florida Statutes.
F.IF M-DCAHSD HAS QUESTIONS REGARDING THE APPLICATION OF CHAPTER 119,
FLORIDA STATUTES,TO M-DCAHSD'S DUTY TO PROVIDE PUBLIC RECORDS RELATING TO
THIS AGREEMENT,CONTACT THE CUSTODIAN OF PUBLIC RECORDS AT:
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
ATTENTION:RAFAEL E.GRANADO,CITY CLERK
1700 CONVENTION CENTER DRIVE
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MIAMI BEACH,FLORIDA 33139
E-MAIL:RAFAEL GRANADO@MIAMIBEACHFL_GOV
PHONE:305-673-7411
19.WRITTEN NOTICES:Any notices required under this Agreement will be effective when
delivered to the City in writing and addressed to the City Contract Administrator.Any notices
required under this Agreement will be effective when delivered to M-DCAHSD in writing and
addressed to M-DCAHSD's Contract Administrator.
20.CITY CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR:All contract related questions,reports and requests for
reimbursements to be submitted to the City Contract Administrator listed below.
Sarah Poux
Victim's Advocate Supervisor
Criminal Investigations Division
1100 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach,FL 33139
Tel:305-673-7776,Ext.5862
Email:Sarahpoux(@miamibeachfl.gov
21.INSPECTOR GENERAL AUDIT RIGHTS:
A.Pursuant to Section 2-256 of the Code of the City of Miami Beach,the City has established the
Office of the Inspector General which may,on a random basis,perform reviews,audits,inspections and
investigations on all City contracts,throughout the duration of said contracts.This random audit is
separate and distinct from any other audit performed by or on behalf of the City.
B.The Office of the Inspector General is authorized to investigate City affairs and empowered to
review past,present and proposed City programs,accounts,records,contracts and transactions.In
addition,the Inspector General has the power to subpoena witnesses,administer oaths,require the
production of witnesses and monitor City projects and programs.Monitoring of an existing City project
or program may include a report concerning whether the project is on time,within budget and in
conformance with the contract documents and applicable law.The Inspector General shall have the
power to audit,investigate,monitor,oversee,inspect and review operations,activities,performance
and procurement process including but not limited to project design,bid specifications,(bid/proposal)
submittals,activities of Grantee,its officers,agents and employees,lobbyists,City staff and elected
officials to ensure compliance with the contract documents and to detect fraud and corruption.Pursuant
to Section 2-378 of the City Code,the City is allocating a percentage of its overall annual contract
expenditures to fund the activities and operations of the Office of Inspector General.
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C.Upon ten (10)days written notice to Grantee,Grantee shall make all requested records and
documents available to the Inspector General for inspection and copying.The Inspector General is
empowered to retain the services of independent private sector auditors to audit,investigate,monitor,
oversee,inspect and review operations activities,performance and procurement process including but
not limited to project design,bid specifications,(bid/proposal)submittals,activities of Grantee,its
officers,agents and employees,lobbyists,City staff and elected officials to ensure compliance with the
contract documents and to detect fraud and corruption.
D.The Inspector General shall have the right to inspect and copy all documents and records in
Grantee's possession,custody or control which in the Inspector General's sole judgment,pertain to
performance of the contract,including,but not limited to original estimate files,change order estimate
files,worksheets,proposals and agreements from and with successful subcontractors and suppliers,
all project-related correspondence,memoranda,instructions,financial documents,construction
documents,(bid/proposal)and contract documents,back-change documents,all documents and
records which involve cash,trade or volume discounts,insurance proceeds,rebates,or dividends
received,payroll and personnel records and supporting documentation for the aforesaid documents
and records.
E.Grantee shall make available at its office at all reasonable times the records,materials,and
other evidence regarding the acquisition (bid preparation)and performance of this Agreement,for
examination,audit,or reproduction,until three (3)years after final payment under this Agreement or for
any longer period required by statute or by other clauses of this contract.In addition:
i.If this Agreement is completely or partially terminated,Grantee shall make available records
relating to the work terminated until three (3)years after any resulting final termination
settlement;and
ii.Grantee shall make available records relating to appeals or to litigation or the settlement of
claims arising under or relating to this Agreement until such appeals,litigation,or claims
are finally resolved.
F.The provisions in this section shall apply to Grantee,its officers,agents,employees,
subcontractors and suppliers.Grantee shall incorporate the provisions in this section in all subcontracts
and all other agreements executed by Grantee in connection with the performance of this Agreement.
G.Nothing in this section shall impair any independent right to the City to conduct audits or
investigative activities.The provisions of this section are neither intended nor shall they be construed
to impose any liability on the City by Grantee or third parties.
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22.E-VERIFY:
A.Grantee shall comply with Section 448.095,Florida Statutes,"Employment Eligibility"("E-Verify
Statute"),as may be amended from time to time.Pursuant to the E-Verify Statute,commencing on
January 1,2021,Grantee shall register with and use the E-Verify system to verify the work authorization
status of all newly hired employees during the Term of the Agreement.Additionally,Grantee shall
expressly require any approved subcontractor performing work or providing services pursuant to the
Agreement 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 subcontractor during the contract Term.If
Grantee enters into a contract with an approved subcontractor,the subcontractor must provide the
Grantee with an affidavit stating that the subcontractor does not employ,contract with,or subcontract
with an unauthorized alien.Grantee shall maintain a copy of such affidavit for the duration of the
Agreement or such other extended period as may be required under this Agreement.
B.TERMINATION RIGHTS
1.If the City has a good faith belief that Grantee has knowingly violated Section 448.09(1),Florida
Statutes,the City shall terminate this Agreement with Grantee for cause,and City shall thereafter have
or owe no further obligation or liability to Grantee.
2.If the City has a good faith belief that a subcontractor has knowingly violated the foregoing
Subsection 22(A),but the Grantee otherwise complied with such section,the City will promptly notify
the Grantee and order the Grantee to immediately terminate the contract with the
subcontractor.Grantee's failure to terminate a subcontractor shall be an event of default under this
Agreement,entitling City to terminate the Grantee's contract for cause.
3.A contract terminated under the foregoing Subsections (8)(1)or (B)(2)is not in breach of
contract and may not be considered as such.
4.The City or Grantee or a subcontractor may file an action with the Circuit or County Court to
challenge a termination under the foregoing Subsections (B)(1)or (B)(2)no later than 20 calendar days
after the date on which the contract was terminated.
5.If the City terminates the Agreement with Grantee under the foregoing Subsection 22(A),
Grantee may not be awarded a public contract for at least 1 year after the date of termination of this
Agreement.
6.Grantee is liable for any additional costs incurred by the City as a result of the termination of this
Agreement under this Section 22.
ARTICLE Ill /MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
23.PUBLIC PURPOSE:The Project funds awarded herein is the result of a finding by the City,
based on representatives,documents,materials and other information supplied by M-DCAHSD,that
M-DCAHSD is performing a public purpose through the programs,projects,and/or services
recommended for support.As such,use of Project funds for any program component not meeting this
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condition will be considered a breach of the terms of this Agreement and will allow the City to seek
remedies including,but not limited to,those outlined in this Agreement.
24.NO DISCRIMINATION:M-DCAHSD also accepts and agrees to comply with the following
Special Conditions:
A.M-DCAHSD hereby agrees that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42
U.S.C.2000d et seq.)prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race,color,national origin,handicap,or
sex.
B.M-DCAHSD hereby agrees that it will comply with City of Miami Beach Human Rights Ordinance
as codified in Chapter 62 of the City Code,as may be amended from time to time,prohibiting
discrimination in Employment (including independent contractors)housing and public
accommodations,public services and in connection with its membership or policies on account of actual
or perceived race,color,national origin,religion,sex,intersexuality,gender identity,sexual orientation,
marital and familial status,age,disability,ancestry,height,weight,hair texture and/or hairstyle,
domestic partner status,labor organization membership,familial situation,or political affiliation.
C.The City endorses,and M-DCAHSD shall comply with,the clear mandate of the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)to remove barriers,which prevents qualified individuals with disabilities
from enjoying the same employment opportunities that are available to persons without disabilities.
D.The City also endorses the mandate of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Section 504 and
prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability and requires that M-DCAHSD provides equal access
and equal opportunity and services without discrimination on the basis of any disability.
25.GOVERNING LAW AND EXCLUSIVE VENUE:This Agreement shall be governed by,and
construed in accordance with,the laws of the State of Florida,both substantive and remedial,without
regard to principles of conflict of laws.The exclusive venue for any litigation arising out of this
Agreement shall be Miami-Dade County,Florida,if in State court,and the U.S.District Court,Southern
District of Florida,if in federal court.BY ENTERING INTO THIS AGREEMENT,THE CITY AND M-
DCAHSD EXPRESSLY WAIVE ANY RIGHTS EITHER PARTY MAY HAVE TO A TRIAL BY JURY OF
ANY CIVIL LITIGATION RELATED TO,OR ARISING OUT OF,THIS AGREEMENT.
26.NO WAIVER:No waiver of any breach or failure to enforce any of the terms,covenants,
conditions or other provisions of this Agreement by either party at any time shall in any way affect.limit.
modify or waive either party's right thereafter to enforce or compel strict compliance with every term,
covenant,condition or other provision hereof.
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27.CAPTIONS USED IN THIS AGREEMENT:Captions,as used in this Agreement,are for
convenience of reference only and should not be deemed or construed as in any way limiting or
extending the language or provisions to which such captions may refer.
28.CONTRACT REPRESENTS TOTAL AGREEMENT:This Agreement,including its special
conditions and exhibits,represents the whole and total agreement of the parties.No representations,
except those contained within this Agreement and its attachments,are to be considered in construing
its terms.No modifications or amendments may be made to this Agreement unless made in writing
signed by both parties.Any modification to the Project Amount shall require approval by the Mayor and
City Commission.
THE REMAINDER OF THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK.
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EXHIBIT 1
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
BACKGROUND/DESCRIPTION OF NEED
On average,24 people per minute are victims of rape,physical violence or stalking by an intimate
partner in the United States more than 12 million women and men over the course of a year,
according to the National Domestic Violence Hotline.Miami-Dade County reported 9,357 cases of
domestic violence in 2016,the most of any county in Florida,according to the latest figures available
from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Project funds will be used to reduce the impact of domestic violence by providing emergency financial
assistance pursuant to Miami Dade County,Community Action and Human Services Department
Emergency Financial Assistance Policy:The following are key Project parameters:
Beneficiaries/Participants (Clients):Residents or visitors of the City of Miami Beach who have been
identified as victims of domestic violence.
Services:The Project Amount will be used by M-DCAHSD to offer the following services under this
Agreement:
Relocation Assistance -M-DCAHSD will assist in the process of placing eligible
victims in a hotel/motel when appropriate emergency shelter beds are unavailable or
when relocating them to another area of the country where safe housing awaits them.
The City must seek approval from the M-DCAHSD Designee prior to placing an eligible
victim in a hotel/motel and will provide M-DCAHSD with the required M-DCAHSD Direct
Relief Request Package 24 hours after the placement was completed.This must be
accompanied by the M-DCAHSD Direct Relief Request Package.
Housing &Rental Assistance Services -M-DCAHSD will assist victims seeking
mortgage and rental services up to six (6)months by completing and submitting a Direct
Relief Request.Assistance will include utilities reconnection fees,and a separate M-
DCAHSD Direct Relief Request Package for this service must be submitted.
Additional Services -Victims may be assisted with Publix vouchers,furniture,
documentation replacement fees,immigration fees,transportation expenses (including
driver's license,tag renewal,gas vouchers,etc.),locksmith assistance,minor car
repairs,one-way airline/bus/train tickets,divorce packets as well as any other assistance
approved by the M-DCAHSD Director.
Referral Sources to Project:M-DCAHSD may accept referrals to the program from the following
sources:
(a)Self-referrals of eligible participants from M-DCAHSD;and
(b)Referrals of eligible participants from the Miami Beach Police Department Victim Services Unit.
(c)Referrals of eligible participants from local non-profit organizations and shelters
(d)Referrals of eligible participants from the State Attorney's Office
GOALS/OUTCOMES
Outcome Measure Rcporting Dcadlino
Enhance support to Number of victims receiving financial help via this September 30,2025
domestic violence victims funding source
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EXHIBIT 2
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
QUARTERLY REPORT AND REQUEST FOR DISBURSEMENT FORM
CMB AGREEMENT No.:
M-DCAHSD NAME:
M-DCAHSD ADDRESS:
M-DCAHSD CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR:
M-DCAHSD CONTRACT
ADMINISTRATOR'S E-MAIL ADDRESS:
REPORT PERIOD:
□Oct.1-Dec.31
Due Jan.15
GOALS/OUTCOMES:
□Jan.1--Mar.31
Due Ap.15
□Apr.1-Jun.30
DueJul.15
□Jul.1 -Sept.30
Due Oct.15
Number of New Types of Service Quarterly Expenditure Yearly Expenditure To Date
Victims Served
PROBLEM ENCOUNTERED:
OTHER NOTABLE ITEMS:
M-DCAHSD
Report Prepared By:
Name Signature/Date
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City of Miami Beach
Report Reviewed By:
Name
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Signature/Date
MIAMI BEACH Contract/Document Routing Form
Resolution No.2019-31082 Memorandum of Understanding between The City of Miami Beach and Miami-Dade County
Through its Community Action and Human Services Department
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Type 1-Contract,amendment,change order,or task order resulting from a procurement-issued competitive solicitation.
Type 2-Other contract,amendment,change order,or task order not resulting from a procurement-issued competitive solicitation.
Type 3-Independent Contractor Agreement (ICA)Type 6-Tenant Agreement
Type 4-Grant agreements with the City as the recipient
Type 5-Grant agreements with the City as the granter
Type 7--Inter-governmental agency agreement
Type 8-Other:
Attached please find the form-approved Memorandum of Understanding between The City of Miami Beach and Miami-Dade
County Through its Community Action and Human Services Department.On October 30,2019 the Mayor and City Commission
adopted Resolution No.2019-31082,approving funding,In the amount of $125,000.,dedicated for domestic violence services,
starting Fiscal Year 2021-2022.The project amount for each subsequent fiscal year is subjected to budgetary approval during
the City's budgetary process.
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3 Yes No
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1.For contracts longer than five years,contact the Procurement Department.2.Attach any supporting explanation needed.
3.Budget approval indicates approval for the current fiscal year only.Future years are subject to City Commission approval of
the annual adopted operating budget.
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City Commission Approved:[I Yes I I No I Resolution No.:I CC Agenda Item No.:
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CC Meeting Date:
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If no,explain why CC approval is not required:
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Procurement:N/A Grants:N/A
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Risk Management:N/A Fleet &Facilities:N/A
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1.Every field must be completed.If the requested information is not applicable,enter N/A.
2.It is advisable to confirm the authority to sign,funding/account information,risk management compliance,and
controlled purchases (IT or Fleet/Facilities)with the appropriate department prior to routing a document.
3.Attach all supporting documentation (e.g.,resolutions,commission memorandums,etc.)when routing.
4.When creating the workflow in DocuSign,in addition to the department head and applicable assistant/deputy
city manager,make sure the individuals (or designees)indicated in the Required Compliance Approvals section
below are included in the approval path.Note that compliance approvers must approve prior to the ACM.
5.The City Manager does not need to sign the coversheet.
6.If you have any questions,contact the Procurement Department.
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When routing documents for approval by the city manager,in addition to the department head and applicable city
manager,make sure the following individuals (or designees)are included in the approval path depending on each
contract type.
Type 1-Contract,amendment,or task order for the purchase of goods or services resulting from a competitive
solicitation.
•Procurement (Kristy Bada)
•Budget (Tameka Otto Stewart),plus "department assigned"Budget Analyst
•Grants (Krystal Dobbins)-if the purchase is grant-funded
•Controlled purchases-
o Facilities and Fleet (Elizabeth Miro)-if the purchase involves a "facilities"or "vehicle"item
o Information Technology (Frank Quintana)-if the purchase involves a technology item
Type 2-Other contract or amendment for the purchase of goods or services not resulting from a procurement-
issued competitive solicitation.
•Procurement (Kristy Bada)
•Budget (Tameka Otto Stewart),plus "department assigned"Budget Analyst
•Risk Management (Marc Chevalier)
•Grants (Krystal Dobbins)-if the purchase is grant-funded
•Controlled purchases-
o Facilities and Fleet (Elizabeth Miro)-if the purchase involves a "facilities"or "vehicle"item
o Information Technology (Frank Quintana)-if the purchase involves a technology item
Type 3 -Independent Contractor Agreements
•Human Resources Director (Marla Alpizar)
•Note:ICAs must include a resume of the individual selected.
Type 4-Grant agreements when the City is the recipient
•Grants (Krystal Dobbins)
Type 5-Grant agreements when the City is the grantor
•As appropriate,depending on grant type
Type 6-Tenant agreements
•Facilities and Fleet (Elizabeth Miro)
Type 7-Inter-governmental agency agreement
•City Manager's office (TBD)
Type 8-Other (e.g.,scholarships,utilities,educational initiatives,etc.)
•Budget (Tameka Otto Stewart),plus "department assigned"Budget Analyst
For any other type,contact the Procurement Department for assistance.