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CITY OF MIAMI BEACH �CQNOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
ADREEMENT
SMALL BUSINESS GRAN7 PROGRAM
This Agreement (the "Agreement") for the Small 6usiness Grant Program (the "Program") is
entered i�to thlsAPr>> �ay�{26 , 2025, by and between the City of Miami Beach,
Florida, a municlpal corporatlon organized and eKisting under the laws of the State of Florida,
having its principal offices at 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
(hereinaRer the"City"), and THE TWINKLING STAf2 LEARNING CEN7ER&CHiLDCARE LLC,
a Flo�fda limited liability company whose principal business address is 1160 71st Street, Miami
Beach, Ftorida 33141 (hereinafter the"Applicant"or"Participant"}.
A�ticle I/Program Summary
Applicant/Participant: THE TWINKLING STAR LEARNING CENTER&
CHILDCARE LLC
ApplfcanUParticipant Contact: Cindy Fraga
�ocal Business Address: 1160 71ST STREE7
City, 5tate,Zip: MIAMI BEACH, FL 33141
Phone, fax,e-mall: (305)397-8386,twinklingstarlearningcenter@gmail.com
Grant AmounVFiscal Impact: Not to exceed$5,000.
Term: October 1,2025—September 30, 2026
Program Guidelines: See Exhibit 1,attached hereto and incorporated
herein.
Dtsbursement Claim Oeadline: All relmbursement requests must be submitted on or
before
September 30,2025.
Article 11 I Oeneral Condltlons
1. �CKGRDU,�D,AN�PURPOSE;
The Cityy of Minml Beach is commltted to econnmic resflience through diversification and targeted
support�x smett bualneases. In the wake of challenges posed by shifts in tourism trend and rising
opmmerdal reMs, smsll businesses have shown remarkabie adaptabllity but continue to face
pqisur+e�fram Irtcreasing Gasts snd summer slowdowns. To address these challenges, the Ciry
hs� int�tlQuCad th� ProQf�m end offered gr�nta of up to $5,000 to twenty (20} eligible small
btil�iraaisea. i'h� Prapram aims to provide rosources to busfnesses with a physical presance
w1tt�M G�e Gty to help anhana�opereUona, euetaln joba, end �upport summer success. Aligned
tNfh t�as �'ftys d�dfc,�tirm to Innovelion and eoonomfa vitality, funding for the Pro�ram wlll be
c�cr+�idwbd�s Q�rt a�tha flscal year 2Q25 budqet proc�ss.
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• reglstered as ari activo entity�Nith the Florida Division ot Corporalions;
• no afliliation witl�a nationai chain business or franchise;
• in"good standin,y"with tho City of Miami Fieach and Miami-Dade County;
• active City of Miarni Beach Business Tax Roceipt(BTR)and Miami-Dade County and
Local Business Tax Recoipt; and
• the City Commission, at its discretion, may consider any other cnteria at the request
and recommendation af fhe City Manayer.
3. AMOUNT OF GRANT AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE:
The total amount of the grant is set forth in Articl� i, subject to the restrictions set forth herein. In
awarding this grant, the City assumes no obligation to provide financial support of any type
whatsoever in excess of the total Grant Amount. Grant funds will be remitted to Particlpant as
more particularly set forth in Exhibit 1 to this A�reement.
4. REPORTS:
This grant has been awarded with the understanding that the activities and services contemplated
herein will mutually contribute to the enhancement of services available to City residents,
buslnesses and visitors. As a condition of disbursements of grant funds, and to demonstrate that
the grant is fulfilling, or has fulfilled its purpose, the Participant must submit a final report, as more
particularly set forth in Exhibit 1 to this Agreement, on or bofore October 30, 2025.
The City may withhold any future payment of this grant, or the a�vard of any subsequent grant, if it
has not received the final report required to be submitted by Participant,or if such report does not
maet the City's reporting requirements. Any reports may be disseminated by the City without the
prior writteri consent of P2rticipant.
5. REIMBURS�MENT RECaUESTS:
Participant may submit one reimbursement reyuest to the City folfowing the conclusion of the Term.
This request must be submitted together with the Participant's final report. All expenditures must
have occurred during the Term and be directly related to grant-funded activities taking place within
the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The reimburssment request must be submitted as detailed in Exhibit 1
to this Agreement, and must include copies of all receipts, invoices, and cancelled checks
(including copies of both front and back), along with proof of payment. All documentation must be
cat�gorized accordiny to the budget catec�ories set forth in Exhibit 1. The deadlin� to submit the
reimbursement request is October 31, 2�25.
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6 C�RANT R,�STRIC,T�NS:
Grant tunds awarcfed pursuant to this Agreemanl may not be used for the following expendlturea:
remundretion of City emplayee� for services renddred as part o( a project f�mded by this grant; �
debt �adur,tion; social and/or fundraising evarits; casfi prizea; labbying or propaganda materlals;
' cherltable contributions; or�vents not o��en fo th�puhlir„
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7. ACCUUNTING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW�
Funded activities by this ,yran� must fake place during the City's fiscal year for which the grant is
approved (October 1 — Septombor 30). Parlicf{�ant shall kQep accurate and complete bonks and
� records of all receipts and expenditures of grant funds,in c:anformanco with reasonable accounting
standards. These boaks and records, �s wnll as all documents pertaining to payments received
� and made in conjunction with this grant, including, without iimitation, vouchers, bilis, invoices,
` receipts and canceled checks, shall he dated w�ihin tho fiscal year for whlch they are approved
�nd retained in Miami-Dade Caunty in a secura place and in an orderly fashion by PaRicipant for
` at ieast three(3)years after the end of the Term. These boaks, records, and documents may be
;: examined by the City, and/or its authorized reprosentatives, at Pa�ticipant'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 P�rticipant, whether or not purported to he related to this
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� 8. ►VO GUARANTEE OF FUNDING:
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Participant acknowledges that the receipt of this grant does not imply a commitment on behalf of
the City to continue or provide funding beyond the terms specified in this Agreement.
� 9. DEFAULT/TERMINATION PROVISIONS:
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� A. In the event Applicant shall fail to comply with any of the covenants, terms or
provisions of this Agreement including,without limitation, Applicant's failure to: (i)
� comply with the Program Guidelines, as set forth in Exhibit 1 to this Agreement;
� (ii)timely submit any repo�ts or documentation,when due, as required under this
� Agreement; or(iii)comply with any other term or condition of this Agreement, the
City Manager or the City Manager's designee shall issue written notice to the
� Participant and provide Participant with thirty(30)days to cure the default. If, at
the Gity Manager's sole discretiori, the breach is cured within that period,
� continued participalion in the Program may be allowed. �f, however, the
� Participanl fails to cure the breach, or again breaches this Agreement during the
Performance Period,no further cure period shall be allowed and the City Manager
� may terminate this Agreert�ent with written notice to the Participant, thereby
�' reNeving the City of any further obligation to Pa�ticipant under this Agreement.
� 6. Where a Particip�nt is delinquent in paying its taxes, fines,or any other fees due
to the City m its governmenlal capar,ity, or in connection with any other
agreements between the Ciry and Applicant,the City shall withhold funds until the
PaRicipant is currenl. Where a Participant is mure than one (1) year delinquent,
the Participant's award shall be canceled,and the Participant shall be disqualifred
from participating in the Program, and the City shall have no further obligation to
the Applic:�nt under this Agreement.
' C. T'err-ninalion for Fraud c�r Material MisrE�presQntations: Additionally, if the defatdt ,
fs of a nat�irF3 th�.�t cannot be cured, such as fraud or a material misrepresentatian
; In cqnnecli��n wlth Partir,ipant's perform�ancFj under this Agreement, the
� termiriatian shall be e((ective upon recei{7t of Iht� terminatian noGco and no cure
� pnrfod shall apply
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; D. Further, in the c�vc�nl tltal the Cily M�:�nc�c�c�r, in his/her sol�discreticm or the sole
' discre3tion o(his/hc�r designe�, finds tliat the funds were inF�ligible payments under
the tertns of the Ayr�ement, whetiu�r as ,� result of fraud, mfsropresentation, or
� neg4igenca of ParUcip�nf, P�rticipant shal{ b� required 1�>repay lo the City all or
any pc�rtion of th� payrnents �oceived by Applicant under this Ayreement, as of
the date that the written domand is rer,eiv�d ("Demand for Recapture"), within
thirty(3U)days from r•ecaipt oi the Domand for Recapture.
E. Applicant furthar acknowledges and a,yrees that any default may, at the City's
sole discretion, render Applicant ineligible for any futuro funds pursuant to this
f'►�gram or otherwise.
F, These �rovisions shall not w�ive or preclude the City from pursuing any and all
remedies at law and in equity.
G. 7ermination for Canvenience: This Agreement may be terminated by the City, for
convenience and without cause, through the City Manager, upon 30 days prior
written notice to Participant. In the event of such terminaiion for convenience,the
Cfty shal{ retain any Funds which were not disbursed to Participant before the
effective date of termination. Participant shall be solely responsible for
immediately returning any unused or unapproved Funds as of the date of
termination, and shall also be solely responsible for submitting a final report, as
provided in Exhibit 1 to this Agreement, detailing all Program objectives,activities
and expendituras up to the effective date of the termination. Said final report shall
be due witliin five (5) working days following the effective date of termination.
Upon timely receipt of Pa�ticipant's final report,the City,at its sole discretion, shall
determine the amount(if any)of any additional portion of the Funds to be returned
ta the City as a result of ar�y unapproved or unused Funds,or incomplete Program
items, and shall provide Participant with written notice of any monies due. Said
additional monies shall be due and payable immediately upon receipt of such
notice by Participant. Notwithstanding the preceding, the City reserves any and
alf legal riyhts and remedies it may h�ve with regard to recapture of al1 or any
�ortion of ihe Funds, or any assets acquired or improved in whole or in part with
said Funds.
Article III!Mlscellaneous Provislons
1. INSPECTpR GE(�ERAL AUQIT RIGHTS:
A. Pursuant to 5ection 2-256 of the Code of the City of Miami Beach, the Cily has
established the �ffice of tho Inspec,tor Genoral which rnay,on a random basis, perform reviews,
audits, inspections and investigatioi}s on aA City contracts, throughout the duration of said
conG'acts. This random audit is separate and distinct from any other audit porformed by or on
behalf of the City.
B, l�he Uffice of the Inspector General is authorized to investigate City affairs end
' en�powered to review past, presant and propased Gity proc,�rams, �ccounts, records, contracts
and transactions. In addition, the Inspoclor Genc�i�al has the power to subpoena witnesses,
administer oaths, requirci lhe prod�u:tiun of witne�>ses and monitor Ciry projects and programs.
Monitoring of an existing City projcct or proyrarri rn��y inclucie a report concernin� whether the
project is on lime, within bud�et and In conforn�ancc3 with the cositract documents and applicable
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����tts �n�i ��nF�l�ay��s, IQbbyfsts, C:Ity skr,�fC ar7d el�cfed off�c;iai� ta �nsura c�mpliance with the
cdntr,�ct d�cuments an�� ta de�l�ct fraud an�i corruwlfon. f'ursuant lo S�r,tion 2-37f3 of lh� City
Cod�, tl�� City is �Iloc�tinc� � percentag� of its overali annuai contract exp�nditures to fund the
�ctivitic*s �nci ��c�ratians at thc�OffiG�of Ins{�er.tor Genr,r�l.
G, lJpon #qn (1Q} dr�y; writfen nc�tir,e to Parkir,i�iank, Narticipant shall rnakc� all
request�d rerords ar�c1 dcacuni�nts avr�ilabl� to the Inspeclor General for inspection and copying.
The Insp�ctor General is empow�red►.o retau�th�s s�rvices nf indep�r�dent privatA sector au�fitors
to�udit, investigate, monitor,aversee, inspect and revicw operatinns activities, performance and
prc�curement process includir7c� but not limited to praject design, bid specifir..ations, (bid�proposai}
sut�mittals, activitic�s of Participant, its nfficers, agents and employPes, tobbyists, City staff and
elected officials to ensure compliance with the cc�ntr�ct documents and to detect frau�� and
carnrption.
D. The Inspector General shall have the right to inspect and copy all documents and
records in Participanfs possession, custody or cnntral which in the Inspector General's sole
judc�ment, pertain to performance Qf the contract, inr,luding, but not limited to original estimate
files, change order estimate files, worksheets, proposals and agreements from and with
successful subcontractors and suppiiers, all project-related correspondence, memoranda,
instructions, finaneial documents, construction documents, (bid/proposal) and contract
documents, back-change documents, all documents and records which involve cash, trade or
volume discounts, insurance �roceeds, rebates, or dividends received, payroil and personnel
records and supporting docurnentation for the aforesaid documents and records.
E. Participant shall make available at its office at ail reasonable times the records,
materials, and olher evidence regarding the acquisition(bid preparation)and performance of this
Agreement, for examinatian,audit, or reproduction, uiitil three(3}years after final payment under
this Agreement or for any longer period roquired by statute or by other clauses oF this contract. In
addition:
i. If this Agreernent is compietely ar partially terminated, Participant shall make
available records relatinc� to the work terminated until three (3) years after any
resuiting final termin�ti�n sektlement;and
ii. Participant shall make availabis reeords rel�tiny tc�appeais or to litigatio�� or tt�e
settlement of claims arisiny under ar ralating to this Agreement untii such
appeals, litigation, or clai�r�s are finally resolved.
F. Tfie provisions in this sectinn shall appiy to Participar�t, its officers, agants,
ernployees, �ubcontractors and suppliers. P�rticip�nt shall incorpo�ate the provisions in this
seetion in ail subcantracts and all other agreements exec�itad by Participant in cannection with
the perfc�rrnar�ce af this Ayreernent.
G. Nothii7� in thfs b�ctior7 shaU im��ir any indepenclent right to th� City to conduct
audits or inv�sti��tive activiti�s. Th�; provisians af this section arc� neith�r intr�nded nar shall they
be con�tru�d to impUse:�ny li�bility on tha City�iy F�articipant or third p�rties.
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� 2. IN.I��riN��jCA1"It7N:
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� Tha p�rtic(pant sMa�ll indemnify an�� hold h�nnless th� City, its offir,<�rrs, �mployeas and agenta,
fr�m any and all ctaims, liability, Insso� �nd c:auses of a�tion whic;h may arise out of an act,
ortZission, negligence Ur misconciuct on the ��rt of thf3 Participant, or any of its agents, officers,
servants, employees, contr€�ctars, patrons, yu�sts, clients, license�s, invite�s, or any persons
�cting uncler the directic�n, r,e�ntrol, or s��pervision of f'articipant,pursuant t�this Agreement and/or
the Pragram. The F'articipant shail pay all ciaims and losses of any nature whatsoever in
cormection therewitt� and shall defend ali suits in thQ name of thQ Gily, and shall pay ali costs
(includinq attomey's fees) and judgc�ments which may issue thereon. This Indemnification shall
survive tha t�rmination andlor expiration of this Agreoment.
3. ASSIGNM�NT;
Pa�ticipant shall not assign ar subcontract, in whole or in part, this Agreement without the prior
written consent of the City Manager, which consent, if givan at all, shall be at the City Manager's
sole discretion and judgment. Any purported assignment or subcontract of this Agreement in
violation pf the foregoing will be void, and shall be treated as an event of default pursuant to this
Agreement.
4. COMPLI�NCE WITH LAWS:
Participant agrees to abide by and be gaverned 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
Urdinance, as ame�nded,which is incorporaied 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 her�in.
5. FLORIDA PUBLIG RECORDS LAW:
A. Participants shall comply with Florida Public Records law under Chapter 119,
Florida Statutes,as may be amended from time to timQ.
B. The term "public records" shall have the rnQaning set farth in Section 119.011(12},
which means all documents, papers, latters, maps, books, tapes, phatographs, fllms, sound
recordings, data processing software, ar other material, regardlass �f the physical form,
ch�aracterisUcs, or means of transmissian, rriada or recaiveci pursuant to law or ordinance or in
connectipn with the transaction�f offieial business�f the City.
C. Pursuant ta Seetion 119.07U1 of ihe Florida Statutes, 'rf Part�cipant meets the
definition of"Contractor"as dafinod in Section 119.0701(1)(a), P�rticipant shall�
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i. Keep and maintain public r�cards required t�y the City to perfonn the service;
ii. Upor� request frorri the Clty's eustodian of�ublic r�c:ards, provicJ�tha City with a
�;t�py of the rsquc:��t�ti r�cr�rtl� e�r allow the rocc�rds to be inspected or copied
within a reasanr�hla time� at � cost triat does not axcesd the cost provided in
Cha�t�r 11�, Florid�i St�it�.itc��,or as c�th�rwisa proviciod by law;
iii. �nsui� th�t publlc rec�rds th�l �rH �xHnipi or confid�ntial and exempt fra» �
put�lic raeurds disclusurc� require�ir�ent� are r�c�t disclasQd, t�xcept as aiitfiori2ed
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�>}� la�v, Pc�r flie �luratitm of the cannlr:ir,l tr;rni t�r�d fc�lit,wln�� !;�,riipl�tivr�i �,( tt��i��
r1��rer�m�;nt if F'�r��ici�a�nt doFas nut tr�in��f�:r the r�cor��:; to tha Cify;
D. Upon campi�tian oF this Agreemer�t,lr��nsfQr,at no cost to the City,all pubiic records
in pos�ession of�artiGip�nt or ko�p and maintain f�ublic records required b�� the City lu perform
the s�rvice. If Particip�nt transfers atl publir,rec�ards t�the City upon cc�mpfetion of this Agreement,
Participant sh�ll destr�y any duplic�te public record�that�re ex�mpt or confldential and exempt
fram public records disclosur€� requiremFmts. It Partir,ipanf keeps and maintains public records
upon completion af this Agr�ement, Par�tici{,��nt shall mca�t all applicable requirements far retaining
public rocords. t1U �ecprds stored electronicafly must be provided to the City, upon request from
the City's custodian of p�iblic records, in a farmat that is compatible with the infarmation technology
systems of the City.
E. REQUE5T FOR REGORDS; NONGOMPLIANCE
i. A requesk to inspect �r copy public records relating to the City's contract for
services, must be made directly to the City. If the City does n�t possess the
requested records,the City shall immediately natify Participant of the request,and
Participant must provide the records to the City or allow the records to be
inspected or copied within a reasonable time.
iL ParticipanYs failure to camply 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 this Agreement; (?_) avail itself of the remediss set forth under this
Agreement; andlor(3)avail itself of any available remedies at law or in equity.
iii. If Participant fails to provide the public recards to the City within a reasonable time
may be subject ta penalties under s. 119.10.
F. CIVIL ACTION
i. If a civil actian is filed against Participant to compel production of public records
relating to the City's contract for services, the court shall assess and award
against Participant the reasonable costs of enforcemant, ineluding reasonable
aftorneys'fQes, if:
ii. The courk determines that Participant unlawfully retused to comply with the public
records request within a reasonable tirne;and
iii. At isast b business days bafore filiny the actian, the plaintiff provided written
natice of the public records request, including a statornent that Participant has not
complisd with the request, to the Gity ancl to Participant.
iv. A n�tice c�rnplies with subpa�agraph (i)(b) if it is sent tc3 tho C:ity's custodian af
public recorcis and to f�articipant�t ParticipanYs addr�ss listed on its agreeme�nt
with the� City ar to F'arfieipant's regist��red ager�if. Such n�tices must bt3 sent by
carrirnc�n carriar dc�livc�ry servicr3 or by registared. Global Express Guar�nte�d, or
cerlifi�d ►n�il, with postage or sP7ip�in� F�aid by thn sancier and with �viderice oi
c1�liv�ry, whiuh may be in an elsr,frc�nic fcyrrn�t.
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IF PARTICIPANT HAS QUESTIONS REGARDING THE APPLICATION 4F
CHAPTER 119, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO PARTICIPANT'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 CC�NVENTION GENTER DRIVE
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139
EMAIL: RAFAELGRANADO@MIAMIBEACHFL.GOV
PHONE: 305-673-7411
6. WRITTEN NOTICES:
My notices required under this Agreement will be effective when delivered to the City in writing
and addressed to the City Manager's designee:
City af Miami Beach
Economic Developmont Depai�tment
Attn: Director
1755 Meridian Avenue, Suite 200
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tel: 305-673-7572
Emaii: rr�bbiz a�miamibeachfl,Qov
Any notices required under this Agreement to Participant shall be delivered in writing to
ParticipanYs contact.
7. NO DI5CRIMINATION:
Participant also accepts and agrees to comply wifh the following special cnnditions:
A. Participant hereby agrees tliat it will comply with "1'itle VII of the Civil Rights Act of
1964 (Pub. L. 88-352) (Title VII), as amended, as it appears in volume 42 of the United States
Code, beginning at Section 2000a, prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, colo�,
religion, sex and national origiri.
B. The Participant hereby agrees that it will c�mply with City of Miami Beach Human
Rights Urdinance as codffied in Ghapter 62 of tho City Code, as may be amendod from time to
time, prohibitiny di;;criminatlon in employment (including indQpendent contractors), housing and
public �ccommodations, pi�blir, servic:e:s and in conn��ction with its membership or policies an
account of actual or percoiveci rac�., cc�lor, nr�tional oric�in, relic�iqn, sox, Intorsaxuality, c�ander
identity, sexual arientetion, mt�ritat and familial status, aqE�, disability, ancestry, height, weight,
he�r tc�xture and/or hairstylc�, dornestic parin�r status, I�bur orc�anization membership, familial
t;ituafion,or politicel afflliation.
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� C. Th� C�dy �ncl�r���s, �nd I'articl��ant sh��ll r,�iiri��ly with, the cl�ar mandate of the
Am�ricans wilh Dis;�bllities �rt �af 19�1U (AC)�) I�� rr:�rncivr; b�rri�rs, which prevents qualified
' inci(viduals with disflbillties from e�njuyfng thc� same emuloymEint opportunit��s that aro available .
to persons without tlisabillties.
D. The City also endorses th�mandatc�of the Reh�bilit�tion Acf nf 19%3 and Section
504 and prohibits disr,rimination on the basis uf dis�bility and requires that Grant recipients
' provide equal ar,cess and equal opportunity and services without discrimination on the basis of
any disability.
, 8. NO WAIVER;
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No waiver af any breach or failure to onforce any of the terms, covenants, conditions or other
provisions of this Agreement by either party at any tirne shall in any way affect, limit, modify or
�vaive either party's right thereafter to enforce or compel strict compliance with every term,
covenant, condition or other provision hereof.
9. GOVERNING LAW AND EXCLUSIVE VENUE AND ATTORNEY'S FEES:
This Agreement shail be governed by, and construed in accordance with,the laws of the State of
Florida, both substantive and remediat, without regard to principles of conflict of laws. The
exclusive venue for any litigation arising out of this Agreement stiall be Miami-Qade County,
Florida, if in State court,and the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ftorida, if in federal court.
BY ENTERING INTO THIS AGREEMENT,THE CI7Y ANQ PARTICIPANT EXPRESSLY WAIVE
ANY RIGHTS EITHER PARTY MAY HAVE TO A TRIAL BY JURY OF ANY CIVIL LITIGATION
RELATED TC), OR ARISING OUT OF, THIS AGREEMENT.
10.CONFLICT UF INTEREST:
Appficant agrees to adh�re to and be govemed by all applicable State, County and City conflict
of interest laws including,without lirr�itation,State of Florida Code of Ethics for Public Officers and
Employees, as set forth in Ct�apter 112, Florida Statutes, as may be 2mended from time to time;
Miami-Dade County Conflict of Interest and Code of Ethics Ordinance, as set forth in Section 2-
11,1 of the Miami-Dade County Code, as may be amended from time to time; and by Section 2-
446 et seq. of the City of Miami E3each Code of Ordinances regarding voting and conflicts 2nd
disclosures of financial interests, as may be amendad frorr� time to time; all of which are
incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forlh herein; and further acknowledges the
following:
' A. ho ofiicer, diroctor, employee, agent, or other consultant of the City or a member
of the immediate family or household of ti�a aforesaid has directly or indirectly received or been
promised any form of benefit, paynient or compensation, �vhether t�ngible or intangible, in
� connection with ihe appruval c�f this Program;
13. �fhere arc�no untlisclosed persons or entiti�ss interestaii with th� P�rticipant in this
Ar�reernpnt. This Apre�inent iw entF red into by P�rticipant without any connectlon with any other
entity or person maklnq a requr�st fur f�,inding in lhe sam� f'rograrn, �nd without collusion, fraud
or cor�tlici of int�rest, Na elQcte�c�r appoinl�d officer or oFfici�l, directar,employee, ayent or other
c�n�u{tant�f the City, or of tha Stale�f f larld�a (includc�d �lect�d and appointed members af Iha
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legislative and executive branches ot government), nr a member of the immediate family or
hausehold of any of the aforesaid; '
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i. I�interested on behalf af or through the Appiioent dlrectly or Indirectly in any manner j
whatsoevet In the execution or the performance of this Agreement, or fn the
services, aupplles or work, to whlah the Agreement relates or in any portion of the
reVenUes; or
ii, is en empiayee, egent, advisor, or consultant to the Applicant or to the best ot the
{ Appllcant's knawisdge any subcantractor or suppller to the Applicant.
� C,5ubject ta the exceptians and pravisions of(c)(2)through(c}(6)oi Section 2-11.1
af the M(ami-Dada Counry Code, Commissioners, autonomous personnel, quasf-judiaal
� personnel, adv(sary personnel, department personnel, employees or member of his or her
� immediate family(ali es deflned in Section 2-11.1(b)of the Mlami-Dade County Code}of the City
� are prohibited from sntering inta any contract or transactfng any business in which he or she or a
member oi his or her fmmediate family has a financial interest, direct or indirect,with the Clry or
� a�y persan or agency acting for the City, and any such contract, agreement or business
� engagement entsred in vi�lation of khis subsectian shall render the transaction voidable.
� Q,Subject to the exceptians and provisions of(c)(2}through{c)(6)of Section 2-11.1
of the Miami-Qade County Code, City Commissioners, autonomous personnel, quasi-judiaal
� personnel,advisory pers4nnel,department persannel,emplayees or a member of the immediaie
� famfty of the afaresald is prohibited from entering into any contract or transacting any business
through a�rm,corporation, partnership or buslness entity in which the aforesaid ar any member
of his or h�r immediate famlly has a controlling flnancial interest(as defrned In Section 2-11.1(b)
of the Miami-Dade County Code),direct or indirect,with the City or any pe�son or agency acting
tor the City, and any such cantract, agreement or business engaQement entered in violation of
this subsectlon shall render the#ransactian voidable.
E. Pursuant to Section 2-446 of the City's Cade af Ordinances, it is the policy of the
City Commission #�at no officer or emplayee af the City, or any of its agencles ar subdivisians,
and no member of the Ci#y Commissitin,shall have any interest,financial a�otherwise, direct or
indirevct,or engage in any business transactipn,or professianal activity,or incur any obligation of
any nature that Is in substantial conflict with the proper discharge of hislher duties in the publlc
interest.
F. The provisions of this Section 3 a�e supplemental to, not in lieu of, all applicable
lavvs wlth respact to conflict of interest. In the event there is a difference between the standards
applicable under this Sectian and those provided by stalute,the strlcter stendard shall apply.
G.1n the event Applicant has no prior knowledge of a conflict of interest as set forth
abave and acquires Informatbn which may indicate that there may be an actual or apparent
vf�lation af any of the abova, Applicant shall promptly bring such info►mation to the attention of
the �ty`s repraasent�tive. Appllcent shell thereafte�r 000perate with the City's review and
i�igatlon af suah lnformatian and comply wlth the Instructfons Applicant recsives trom the
Cit��►�9prreasntatlue ragaMing remedying the situatlon.
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�'r�rtici�ant ws�r�r��nts �r�r.1 r��rr�5enis tti��t, wfthin two (2) yt�ars prior to the Effective D�►te,
N�rticipank ha:�nut rec�ived r.ompens�tlon for servir,es perForm�d for�a candidata for City plectad
office, as cc�ntemplat�ci by the: �r�l�ibitions �nd exceptions c�f 4ar(ion 2�37�of th� City Code.
f�c�r th� �vqidarice of doubt, th� rc�strictions on cc�ntracting with the City pursuant to Section 2•
3 79 of the City Codc�shall not,k�p�pfy to th�fo�lowing:
A. A�iy individual pr entity that provides goods to a candidate for office.
B. Any individual or ontity that provides services to a candidate for office if thosa same
services are regul�rly p�ifiarmed by the individu�l ar entity in the ordinary course of business for
clients or customers other than candidatas for office. This includes, without limitation, banks,
telephone or intQrnet service providers, printing com�anies, event venues, restaurants, caterers,
transportation providers, and office supply vendo�s.
C. Any individual ar entity which performs ficensed professional services (includiny
far�xampla, {egal or accounting services).
12. PARTICIPANT'S CnMPL1ANCE WI7N ANTI-HUMAN TRAFFICKING LAWS:
Participant agrees to comply with Sectian 787.06,Florida Statutes,as may be amended from time
to time, and has �xecuted the Anti-Human Trafficking Af�davit, containing the certification of
compliance with anti-human tra�cking laws, as required by Section 787.Q6(13), Florida Statutes,
a copy of which is attAched hereto as Exhibit 2 and incorporated herein.
13. PRI�HIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH A BUSINESS ENGAGING iN A BOYCOTT:
Participant warrants and represc�nts that it is not currently engag�d in, and will not engage in, a
boycott, as defined in Section ?_-375 of the City Code. In accordance with Section 2-375.1(2)(a}
af the C+ty Code, Participant hereby certifles that Participant is not currently engaged in, and for
the duration of the Agreement, will not engage in a boycatt af Israsl.
14. PROHIBITION AGAINST CON"(RACTINC WITH FOREIGN GnUNTF2IES OF CONCERN
WMEN AN INDIVIL�UAI.'S PEF�SnN�L IDFNTIFYING _I.NFORMATION MAY BE
AC�CESSED:
Participant hereby agrees io comply with Section 287.138, Florida Statutes, as may ba amended
trorn time to time, which states that as of January 1, 2024, a gavernmental entity may not accept
a bicl on, a propo�al for,ar a reply to,or ent�r inta, a contract with ari entity which would grant tha
entity access to an individual's p�rsc�nal identifying infurmation (PII), uniess the antity provides
the governmental entity with an affidavit signed by an o(ficer or representative of tha antity under
penally of p�rjury�ltesfing that the entiry does nof maet any of the criteria in P�ragr�phs 2(�)-(c)
qf Sacti�n 287.1;38, Flc�nd.� Skattates: (a)tho antity is owned by�gc�vornment of�foreign country
of cor;cern; (b} ttto govr�rrtmr�rrt af a farE�ign couniry of c�ant;�rn has � controlling intarest in the
gnlity; c�r {c) th� en6ty is org�nized undc�r 1he laws of or f��s its priricipa! placc� of bu5iness fn a
� fc�reign country nf r,oricarrrt(e�ct7 a"Prohibite�:i Entity"). A forei�n country c�f epncern is de�ned in
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R�publlc of Ct►inra, tl�i�R���si,.�r� F`E3�I�ratior�, ti�i�i�l�mlr;ft�3E�ublic�,f Ir��n, tt�re [)emoc:r�tic Poople's
R�p«blic af►torsa,tha R�put�lfc of Cuba,the V�n�zu��lan r�gim63 nf Nlr,olas Mad�.irn,nr tho Syrian
Arab �e��Ulic, including any��}�n�;y a< <�r Gany athe;r �nUty af si�nificanl coritrol of such foreign
t�untry of coneern. Additior�ally, bc��inninc�July 1,2Q25, r�gavernmental entity rnay nnt extend or
ren�w a contract with a Preahil�itc�ci �ntity. F'�rticip�ant warrants anc� represents that ii does not fall
within thQ de�finitian of m�Prnt�il�itad Entity, ancl�s such, has causod an authorized representative
of P�rtfcip�nt ta€�xecuto thH°Prc�hibition Ag�inst C:ontractinq with Entities ot Foreign C�untries of
�c�ncern Affid�vii", {ncorparated herein by refFarf�nc�and attached hereto as Exhibit 3.
15, CAP�It�NS 115� lN 1-HIS AGF�EEMENT�
C�ptic�ns, as used in this Agr�ement, are for conveni�nce af refer�;nce only anci should not be
deemed or construed as in any way limiting or extending the language or provisions to which such
captions may rafer.
16.GQNTRACT REPRESENTS TOTAL AGREEMENT:
This contract, incfuding its specia� conditions and exhibits, rapresents the whole and total
agreement of Ehe parties. Na representations, except those contained within this Agreement and
its attachments, are to be considered in coristruing its terms. No modifications or amendments
may be made to this Agreemont unless mado in writing signod by both parties.The City Manager,
on behalf of the City, sha�l be authorized to executQ amendments to this Agreement; however,
any changes to the Grant Amount shall require approval by the Maynr and City Commission.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the partlea hereto have caused this Agreement to be
exeCuted by thely duly euthorized offlclals on the day end dete ilrst above indfcated.
FOR CITY: CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA
ATTEST:
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QHtA: 4/6/2026 � 4:01 PM EDT
FOR PARTICIPANT: THE TWINKLING STAR LEARNING
CENTER&CHILDCARE LLC
ATTEST:
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Thp City of titi�i��u F3each is committed to economic resiliFnce through diversification and
targated su�port for sm�il businessos. In the wake of chalienges posed by shifts in tourism
trend and rising commQrcial rQnts, small businosses have shown remarkable adaptability
but continua to face pressures Crom incrFasing costs and surnmer slowdo+rms. To address
these challsnges, the City has introtluced thE; Small Business Grant Program (the
"Program"), offering grants of $5,000 to twenty (20) eligible small businesses. The
Progr�m aims to provide resources to businesses with a physical presence within the City
to help enhance operatioi�s, sustain jobs, and supE7ort summer success. Aligned with the
City's dedication to innovation and economic vitality, funding for the Program will be
considared as part of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget process.
2. Elipibiiftv Requirements for Reimbursement
A. Application will be evaluated by the following criteria:
i. located in Miami Beach and in aperation with a Business Tax Receipt
(BTR)for at least two(2)years;
ii. registered as an active entity with the Florida Oivision of Corporations;
iii. no affiliation with a national chain business or franchise;
iv, in "good standing"with the City of Miami Beach and Miami-Dade County
including, but r�ot limited to, an active City of Miami Beach Business Tax
Receipt(BTR}and Miamf-Dade County and Local Business Tax Receipt
v. revenue/annual sales limit from under$7.5 million as evidenced by recent
tax filings. (Small 6usiness Administration January 2025)
B. Potential ineligible businesses may include:
i. Franchises and national chain businesses;
ii. Health, medical, and social service businesses such as, but not limited
to, walk-in clinics, pain management clinics, hospitals and all affiliated
services, chain pharmacies, detoxification centers/clinics, residential
care facilities, and labs;
iii. Agricultural service industries;
iv. Not-for-Profit organizations;
v. Tattoo parlors;
vi. Body piercirig or body art shops;
vii. Adult entertainment faciliUos;
viii. Adult-oriented or adult-themod buso�esses;
ix. Nightclubs, standalone bars, or taverns;
x. Liquor stores;
xi. Gun shaps;
xii. Pawn shops;
xiii. Home-b�ased businessos;
xiv. fiusinAsses (hr�t seill �araphernalia th�t may be considered drug
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A. �lit�iblc� busine�s:� will t�o pravicl�cl r� carar�t for the dollar amc>unt up fo $5,000.
F'artfci�►�nt� m��y rmly reqii�st fl�e rnir�rhursement c7f C)�i<.ilifi�rl Fxpenses, as
d�fiii�d bQlow. �teimUurst�ment �:�K�ym�rits �re cnnling�nl upon annu�l
appr�pr{at(nn of Prograrn fuiuJinc� by kh� Cify Gnmrnisyion and Partir.ipanYs
coi�tir����us carn���ll�n���with the rF�r�uirerrients ancl oblig�han�of the Participafion
Agr�ern�nf. V�rificatior►of�:x(�ense eli�ibility i� subj�ct lc> fhe sole and absQiute
discretican of the, Gily, Expenses m�y be d�:eiried ineliyibl� for reimbursement if
an ex�cuted I�asa agraement h�s nat t�een pravided fo the City, or either fhe
tenant �ndlcar property owner hav� not obtained �� Gertific�te af Use (ClJ) or
Business Tax R�cei��t(F�TR).
B. Ex�ensas qualified for reimbursement ar�costs incurred an or after the expenss
elit�ibility date identified in the Agreement, generally the Agreement effective
date, �nd wttich are dacumented as paid, The Program could be designed ta
provid�financial assistance for some or all the following expenses:
i. Monthly utility bills such as:
o Electricity
o Water
a Renters Insurance(premiums or deductible)
ii. Professional Sarvices such as:
o P�yroll
o Marketing/advertising
o Technology
o RenULease/Mortgage expenses
o Miami Beach BTR Fees
o Real Estate Taxes(including assessmentsj
iii. Hard costs such as:
c� Repairs and/or replacement of equipment
4. APPLICATtON PROCESS
A. Grant applications and ewards will be evaluated and appraved on a�rst-come,
first qualified,first-approved basis;
B. Applicatians will be received and eva�uatad by the administration via the
Ecnncamic Development QeFaartment;
C. Upan evaluatinn by the Adminislration, applieanis will be informed of eligibility
status; and
D. The Administratian will notify tho solected applieant when the applicant is
scheduled for consideration at any��ubli�meeting;
5. gPPLICATION iNSTR Cl'�l IONS
A. Cardfully review proc�r�m guidelines, ��pplir,atic�n, anil related matarials.
Ei F�riar to submfitinng �ir applic�tion, cont�ct tha Mi�mi E�each �conamic
� C)c�v�lopm�+nt Uepartm�rit at m��bir�ii�rrn<ur�if?f�rYclifl.c,yov or 3Q5•673-75'l� to
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discuas yuur<�pF�li�:�j(ic�ii, businHss neE3d;, anci haw thE� {'rograrn can bQ tailoreci
to maxlmize your b�isiness t�rowth in Mi�tmi Qeach. You may alsa cont�ct the
department i(you ti��vF1 any qi.i�sNons about your applir.ahon status, review, or
payment.
C. Gornpletect applivation niust �e s�.ibmitted tf�iraugh the onlino platforrn by the
business applying for thc c�rant no later than the posted deadline. No physical
applic2tions will be acc�pted or reviewed.
6. FINAL REPORT
A. Vendor �tegistration Requirernent: Eiefore submitting reimbursement
rQquests, participants must register as vendors with the City of Miami Beach. If
you've never done business with the City, create a new vendor profile on the
portA I.
B. Now to Reglster as a Vendor:
i. Visit the Vendor Portal: Go to the City's Vendor Self-Service (VSS)
portal at https:I/selfservice,miamibeachfl.qov/vsslVendors/dafault.aspx.
ii. Upload Documents: Be ready to upload a current W-9 form and any
other required documents.
iii. Need Help?Contact the Procurement Department:
o Email: procurement@miamibeachfl.gov
o Phone: 305-673-7490
C. Freauency of Reimbursement. Parficipants may submit to the City (1) one
request for reimbursement of Qualified Expenses to receive a one-time payment
of 55,000. Proof of Qualified Expenses must equal or exceed the award amount
and be submitted through the online portal prior to payment reimbursement by
the Ciry.
D. Supporting Documentation Required
i. Verify that current main eontact, phone number, business address, and
email address within GoSmart are up to date for correspondence.
ii. Executed Lease Agreement: Lease Term and quarterly coverage period
must overlap.
iii. W-9 Form: httpS://www.irs.qov/pub/irs-pdf/fw9.�df
iv. C;ertific;at�of Use(CU)Number
v. MiaiY�i Eieach Busu�ess "(��x Receipt Nuri�taer(E3TR}
vi. Miamf Beach V�ndor Nuin��r: Provided throu�h the v�ndor �ort�l tor
�ayment distribution.
vii. Fach reirnbursrsment r�iyue��l �nust be ;,uE�ruitted with cornpreherisive
docurnentation el�arly ve�ifyin{� paymr:nt af Qu�lifiad �xp4nses. All
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rtAmo, date, ond payment status.
ix. Proof of payment: Such as canceled checks (front and back), bank
staten�ents,or cr�dit card statements ciearly reflecting the corresponding
pay«�ents. For credik card or othor non-check/ACH payments, you must
also inciude ciocumentation showing the final payment of the credit card
or account balance that covers the reimbursabfe expense. Cash
pay�7�ents without proner proof of contract and/or receipt are not
acceptable or reimbursable.
x. Funding Detaiis: Invoices and Proof of Payment of qualified expenses
must equal or exceed the full award amount issued to be reimbursed.
Invoices and Proof of Payment not equaling or exceeding the full award
amount will only be reimbursed for the total amount of qualified items.
E. Document Submission Instructions:
i. All documents must be submitted through the online platform, GoSmart.
Documents submitted via em�il or by mail will not be accepted or
reviewed.
ii. Ensure scans or digital c;opies are clear,legible,and complete. Document
uploads are accepted in PQF,JPEG, JPG or PNG formats(other fonnats
listed within the online platform may be accepted).
iii. Include name of vendor, datQ of service, date of payment and upload
corresponding invoice/receipt, and proof of payment for the specific
reimbursement within the labeled spaces.
iv. Electronic signature though GoSmart is required by an authorized signer
for the business. All other signatures will not be accepted.
Authorized Representative Electronic Certification
By signing below, either electronically or by f�and, I certify that all information and supporting
documents provided in this reimbursement reyuest are true, accurate, and complote b the best
of my knowledge.
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hereby attests under penalry ai perjury that Partici��anl does not usQ coercion for labor or services
as defined in Section 787.06, Florida Statutes, erilitlr,cl "Human Trafficking"
I understand that I am swearing or affirming unde,r oath to the truthfulness of the claims made in
this affidavit and that the punishment for knowingly rriakiny a false statement includes fines andlor
imprisonment.
The undersigned is authorized to execute this affidavit on behalf of Participant.
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� not meet any of tha following criteria in Paragraphs 2(a)-(c)of Sec:tion 287.138, Florida Statutes:
' (a) Participant is owned by a governmc3nt of a foreign country of cc�ncern; (b) the government of
a foreign country of concem has a controlling interest in Particip�nt; or(c)Participant is organized
under the laws of or has its principal place of business in a foreign cauntry of concern,
I understand that I �m swearing or affirrning under oath, under penalties of perjury, to the
truthfulness of the claims made in this aflidavit and that the punishment for knowingly making a
false statement includes fines and/or imprisonment.
The undersigned is authorized to execute this atfidavit on behalf of Participant.
PARTICIPANT;
THE TWINKLING STAR LEARNING CENTER & GHILDCARE LLC, a Florida Limited Liabilitv
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MIAMI BEACH Miami Beach Economic Development - Small Business
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Grant 2025
The Twinkling Star Learning Center & Child Care, LLC.
Application #SBG25_0024
Name: Cindy Fraga
Phone: (305)397-8386
Email: twinklingstarlearningcenterQa gmai�.com
Applicant Profile
Applicant Type Organization
Name Cindy Fraga
Legal Name The Twinkling Star Learning Center& Child Care, LLC.
Emaii twinklingstarlearningcenter@gmail.com
Primary Phone (305)397-8386
Alternate Phone ✓ (305) 527-7964 ��� ���� jx Y �pu�Y��,p.N ,�;f���:
Address 1160 71 st Street
Miami Beach , Fiorida 33141
UNITED STATES
Website
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FEIN/Tax ID 45-5118536
Fiscal Year End Date 12/31
Unique Entity ID(UEI)
Mission Statement
At Twinkling Star Learning Center&Child Care,we have a deep understanding of the importance of early
childhood development. Children learn and develop through play in a safe,secure,and nurturing environment.
We know that each child has an individual style of learning,and we foster their individuality by building their
knowledge of learning through implementation of age-appropriate activities that are fun filled and educationai.
Our focus is on helping them develop their potential through a healthy mix of educational and recreational
activities.Twinkling Star Learning Center provides all the necessary materials to promote creativity and
stimulate each child's imagination with hands on learning activities. Self-esteem and self-reliance skills are an
important aspect in early childhood, and we emphasize it throughout our program. Additionally, since children
learn through play and discovery language development plays a major role in the growth and development of
our early learners.Twinkling Star Learning Center teachers foster both independence and cognitive
development in the areas of:Social interaction, Language Development, Early Literacy, Mathematics, Science,
Creativity, and Music through Movement. IYs up to all of us-including the parents-to encourage our kids to
bolster their own personal development, independence and creativity. Because this cannot be done without the
support of family and friends,we support the parents in educating their children in a manner that is consistent
with their own values and beliefs.
Organization History
We have been providing a nurturing, loving, and full of learning environment for children and their families
since we opened our doors in 2013. We are contracted by The Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade County
and maintain an active childcare license with the Department of Children and Families.
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M I AM I B EAC H Miami Beach Economic Development - Small Business
ECONOMlC DEVELOPMENT Grant 2025
The Twinkling Star Learning Genter & Child Care, LLC.
Application #SBG25_0024
Name: Cindy Fraga
Phone: (305) 397-8386
Email: twinklingstarlearningcenter a�gmail.com
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M I AM I B EAC H Miami Beach Economic Development - Small Business
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Grant 2025
The Twinkling Star Learning Center & Child Care, LLC.
Application #SBG25_0024
Name: Cindy Fraga
Phone: (305) 397-8386
Email: twinklingstarlearningcenterQn gmail.com
APPLICANT INFORMATION
I.PROGRAM OVERVIEW&PURPOSE
The City of Miami Beach is committed to economic resilience through diversification and targeted support for small businesses.In
the wake of challenges posed by shifts in tourism trends and rising commercial rents,small businesses have shown remarkable
adaptability but continue to tace pressures from increasing costs and seasonal slowdowns.To address these challenges,the City
has introduced the Small Business Grant Program(the"Program"j,an initiative offering grants of up to$5,000 to twenty eligible
small businesses.This program aims to provide resources to businesses with a physical presence within the City to help enhance
operations,sustain jobs,and support year-round success.Aligned with the City's dedication to innovation and economic vitality,
funding for this initiative will be considered as part of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget process with applications being accepted from
February 14,2025 through April 14,2025 or until the allocated funds are exhausted,whichever occurs first.
II.ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR REIMBURSEMENT
Applications will be evaluated by the following criteria:
■ Located in Miami Beach and in operation with a Business Tax Receipt(BTR)for at least two(2)years;
■ Registered as an active entity with the Florida Division of Corporations;
■ No affiliation with a national chain business or franchise;and
■ In"good standing"with the City of Miami Beach and Miami-Dade County,including,but not limited to,an
active Business Tax Receipt(BTR),no outstanding taxes or debt,and full compliance with local
ordinances,zoning laws,and licensing requirements.
Potential ineligible businesses may include:
■ Franchises and national chain businesses;
■ Nealth,medical,and social service businesses,including but not limited to,walk-in clinics,pain
management clinics,hospitals and all affiliated services,chain pharmacies,detoxification centers/clinics,
residential care facilities,and labs;
■ Agricultural service industries;
■ Not-for-Profit organizations;
■ Tattoo parlors;
■ Body piercing or body art shops;
• Adult entertainment facilities;
■ Adult-orienled or adult-themed businesses;
■ Nightclubs,standalone bars,or taverns;
■ Liquor stores;
■ Gun shops;
■ Pawn shops;
■ Home-based businesses;
■ Businesses that sell paraphernalia that may be considered drug paraphernalia;and
■ Vitamin shops.
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M I AM I B EAC H M�ami Beach Economic Development - Small Business
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Grant 2025
The Twinkling Star Learning Center & Child Care, LLC.
Application #SBG25_0024
Name: Cindy Fraga
Phone: (305)397-8386
Email: twinklingstarlearningcenter@gmail.com
ill.QUALIFIED EXPENSES
Grant(unds may be used to reimburse ihe following qualified expenses incurred by the business after the execution ot the grant
agreement with the City of Miami Beach:
■ Operational Costs:
o Rent,lease,or mortgage payments tor business premises;
o Utility payments(e.g.,electricity,water,intemet);and
o Repair or purchase of equipment or technology necessary for business operations.
■ Professional Services and Employee Related Costs
o Payroll expenses for employees;
o Marketing and Advertising.
■ Inventory and Supplies:
o Purchase of inventory or supplies directly related to business operations.
. Other Approved Expenses:
o Any other expenses deemed necessary for the business'operations and approved by the City of
Miami Beach.
All Agreements must be executed by September 1,2025.All reimbursement requests must be submitted by September 30,2025.
■ Non-Qualified Expenses:
Grant funds may not be used for the following:
o Personal expenses are unrelated to business operations.
o Payment o(outstanding taxes,fines,or penalties.
o Expenses incurred prior to the execution of the grant agreement.
o Costs associated with lobbying or political activities.
'The City reserves the right to review and approve or deny any expense at its discretion.
IV.GRANT AWARD Eligible businesses will be provided with a reimbursement-based financial grant for thedollar value of up to
$5,000.
■ Reimbursable expenses must be paid by the business entity.
V.APPLICATION PROCESS
. Grant applications and awards will be evaluated and approved on a first-come,first-qualitied,first-approved basis,subject
to eligibility and availability of funds.
■ Complete applications will be received and evaluated by the Administration,via the Economic Development Department,
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ECONOMIC �EVELOPMENT Grant 2025
The Twinkling Star Learning Center & Child Care, LLC.
Application #SBG25_0024
Name: Cindy Fraga
Phone: (305) 397-8386
Email: twinklingstarlearningcenter@gmail.com
within 30 business days of submission.
. Upon evaluation by the Administration,applicants will be informed ot eligibility status.
■ Upon approval,the applicant will be provided a City of Miami Beach Small Business Grant Program agreement(the
"Agreement").All Agreements must be executed by September 1,2025.
VI.APPLICATION WSTRUCTIONS
■ Carefully review Program guidelines,application,and related materials.
■ Consideration for participation in the Program will not commence untii an Applicant submits a complete application.Any
prior communication with City staff related to the submission of an application does not constitute application submittal or
consideration.
■ The Application must be signed by an executive officer or owner of the named entity serving as Applicant.
■ Submit your online application atmbbiz.gosmart.org.
■ If you have any questions,please contact the City's Economic Development Department to discuss your application,
business needs,and whether your business furthers the Program objectives.
City of Miami Beach Economic Development Department
Email:mbbiz@miamibeachfl.gov Phone:305-673-7572
VII.REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY:
. Proof of a valid executed lease agreement for business property with a minimum term of 2 years;or
■ Proof of a valid ownership deed/document displaying that ihe property is owned by business if applicable.
VIII.RE�UEST REIMBURSEMENT:
. Executed Small Business Grant Program Agreement.
. Active and valid City of Miami Beach and Miami-Dade County Business Tax Receipt(BTR).
. City of Miami Beach Vendor Number(to register as a vendor,visit How to Become a Vendor'�.
'The City at its discretion may consider any other criteria at the request and recommendation ot the City Manager.
�X.REIMBURSEMENT PROCESS After qualified expenses are paid by the business entity,the grant recipient must provide the
following to the City for review,prior to reimbursement of expenses:
■ Copies of itemized receipts and/or paid invoices clearly showing the date,amount,and purpose of the expense.
• Proof of payment(copy of cancelled checks or bank statements).
■ All reimbursement requests must be submitted on or before September 30,2025.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
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M I AM I BEAC H Miami Beach Economic Development - Small Business
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Grant 2025
The Twinkling Star Learning Center & Child Care, LLC.
Application #SBG25_0024
Name: Cindy Fraga
Phone: (305)397-8386
Email: twinklingstarlearningcenter@gmail.com
Company Name:
The Twinkling Star Learning Center&Child Care, LLC.
Company DBA,if applicable:
City of Miami Beach Address(where grant will be utilized):
Miami Beach
Federal Employer identification:
455118536
Florida sales tax registration number(if appiicable):
Industry:
Educational Preschool
Primary Business Activities:
Care for children from infants up to 8 years old.
Owner Name and Title
Cindy Fraga- Director
ExecutivelPrimary Contact Name and Title(if different from above):
Cindy Fraga- Director
Executive/Primary Contact Email
twinklingstarlearningcenter@gmail.com
Executive/Primary Contact Phone
3053978386
Would you like to add a Secondary Contact to this application?
No
Authorized Representative/Secondary Contact Name and Title
Authorized Representative/Secondary Contact Email
Authorized RepresentativelSecondary Contact Phone
Property Status/Prospective Status:
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MIAMI BEACH Miami Beach Economic Development - Small Business
ECONOMIC DEVEIOPMENT Grant 2025
The Twinkling Star Learning Center & Child Care, LLC.
Application #SBG25_0024
Name: Cindy Fraga
Phone: (305) 397-8386
Emai�: twinklingstarlearningcenter�a gmail.com
Lease
Property Owner Name:
Johan Fraga
Property Owner Contact Email:
jf750@bellsouth.net
Property Owner Contact Phone:
7864869669
Has the company or any of its officers ever been subjected to criminal or civil fines and penalties?
No
If Yes,please explain
Please indicate how the Small Business Grant funds will be used to enhance operations,sustain jobs,or support year-
round success for your business in the City of Miami Beach.
This grant will bring much needed support to sustain our day-to-day operations. Enrollment has been down in
the last year, and this will help alleviate some of our finances to remain afloat until we get new enrollments. We
offer a valuable service to the residents of Miami Beach and any assistance is greatly appreciated.
Please detail the qualified expenses.
Rent$3,500.00
Utilities and payroll$ 1500.00
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M I AM I B EAC H Miami Beach Economic Development - Small Business
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Grant 2025
The Twinkling Star Learning Center & Child Care, LLC.
Application #SBG25_0024
Name: Cindy Fraga
Phone: (305)397-8386
Email: twinklingstarlearningcenter@gmail.com
CONFLICT OF INTEREST & ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND APPLICATION AUTHORIZATION
The Applicant acknowledges that adherence to the Application and Program Guidelines is a requirement for
receipt of the grant award. Failure to comply with Program Guidelines may result in the loss of eligibility for
receipt of the grant.
Applicant agrees to adhere to and be governed by all applicable State,County and City conflict of
interest laws including,without limitation,State oi Florida Code of Ethics for Public Officers and
Employees,as set forth in Chapter 112, Florida Statutes,as may be amended from time to time;Miami-
Dade County Conflict of Interest and Code of Ethics Ordinance, as set forth in Section 2-11.1 of the
Miami-Dade County Code,as may be amended from time to time;and by Section 2-446 et seq.of the
City of Miami Beach Code of Ordinances regarding voting and conflicts and disclosures of financial
interests,as may be amended from time to time;all ot which are incorporated herein by reference as if
fully set forth herein;and further acknowledges the following:
1. No officer,director,employee,agent,or other consultant of the City or a member of the
immediate family or household of the aforesaid has directly or indirectly received or been
promised any form of benefit,payment or compensation,whether tangible or intangible, in
connection with the approval of this Program.
2. There are no undisclosed persons or entities interested with the Participant in this Agreement.
This Agreement is entered into by Participant without any connection with any other entity or
person making a request for funding in the same Program,and without collusion,fraud or
conflict of interest.No elected or appointed officer or official,director,employee,agent or other
consultant of the City,or of the State of Florida(including elected and appointed members of the
legislative and executive branches of government),or a member of the immediate family or
household of any of the aforesaid:
a. is interested on behalf of or through the Applicant directly or indireCtly in any manner whatsoever
in the execution or the performance of this Agreement,or in the services,supplies or work,to which
the Agreement relates or in any portion of the revenues;or
b. is an employee,agent,advisor,or consultant to the Applicant or to the best of the Applicant's
k�owledge any subcontractor or supplier to the Applicant.
3. Subject to the exceptions and provisions of(c)(2)through(c)(6)of Section 2-11.1 of the Miami-
Dade County Code, Commissioners,autonomous personnel,quasi-judicial persannel,advisory
personnel,department personnel,employees or member of his or her immediate family(all as
defined in Section 2-11.1(b)of the Miami-Dade County Code)of the City are prohibited from
entering into any contract or transacting any business in which he or she or a member of his or
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Grant 2025
The Twinkling Star Learning Center & Child Care, LLC.
Application #SBG25_0024
Name: Cindy Fraga
Phone: (305) 397-8386
Email: twinklingstarlearningcenter�a gmail.com
her immediate family has a financial interest,direct or indirect,with the City or any person or
agency acting for the City,and any such contract,agreement or business engagement entered in
violation of this subsection shall render the transaction voidable.
4. Subject to the exceptions and provisions of(c)(2)through(c)(6)of Section 2-11.1 of the Miami-
Dade County Code, City Commissioners,autonomous personnel,quasi-judicial personnel,
advisory personnel,department personnel,employees or a member of the immediate family of
the aforesaid is prohibited from entering into any contract or transacting any business through a
firm,corporation,partnership or business entity in which the aforesaid or any member of his or
her immediate family has a controlling financial interest(as defined in Section 2-11.1(b)of the
Miami-Dade County Code),direct or indirect,with the City or any person or agency acting for the
City,and any such contract,agreement or business engagement entered in violation of this
subsection shall render the transaction voidable.
5. Pursuant to Section 2-446 of the City's Code of Ordinances,it is the policy of the City
Commission that no officer or employee of the City,or any of its agencies or subdivisions,and
no member of the City Commission, shall have any interest,financial or otherwise,direct or
indirect,or engage in any business transaction,or professlonal activity,or incur any obligation
of any nature that is in substantial conflict with the proper discharge of his/her duties in the
public interest.
6. The provisions of this Article XI are supplemental to, not in lieu oi,all applicable laws with
respect to conflict of interest. In the event there is a difference between the standards applicable
under This Article and those provided by statute,the stricter standard shall apply.
7. In the event Applicant has no prior knowledge of a conflict of interest as set forth above and
acquires information which may indicate that there may be an actual or apparent violation of any
of the above,Applicant shall promptly bring such information to the attention of the City's
representative.Applicant shall thereafter cooperate with the City's review and i�vestigation of
such information,and comply with the instructions Applicant receives from the City's
representative in regard to remedying the situation.
The Applicant acknowledges that adherence to the Application and Program Guidelines,
as incorporated in the Agreement is a requirement for receipt of the grant. Failure to comply
with Program Guidelines may result in the loss of eligibility for receipt of the grant. Please indicate
your selection below in acknowledgement of the following:
The Applicant holds a valid and active registration with the State of Florida Division of Corporations
(www.sunbiz.org)
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Grant 2025
The Twinkling Star Learning Center & Child Care, LLC.
Application #SBG25_0024
Name: Cindy Fraga
Phone: (305) 397-8386
Email: twinklingstarlearningcenter@gmail.com
Yes
Compliance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement is a conditional requirement for the
receipt of any Small Business Grant Program award. Participants'failure to comply with the terms and
conditions of the approved Application/Agreement may result in the loss of eligibility for receipt of
Program awards and the revocation of the ParticipanYs certification as a City of Miami Beach eligible
business.
Yes
The disbursements to the Participant will only be made after it has met all commitments as set forth in
the Agreement.
Yes
Applicant agrees to adhere to and be governed by all applicable State, County and City conflict of
interest laws including,without limitatio�,Miami-Dade County Conflict of Interest and Code of Ethics
Ordinance,as set forth in Section 2-11.1 of the Miami-Dade County Code,as may be amended from
time to time;and by the City of Miami Beach Charter and Code,as may be amended from time to time.
Yes
In the event any incentive payments are determined to be ineligible under the terms of the Agreement,
whether as a result of fraud,misrepresentation, or negligence of Participant, Participant shall be
required to repay to the City all or a portion of the Incentive payments received by Applicant.
Yes
The Agreement will contain the following provisions typically contained in the City's agreements
including,without limitation, audit, Public Records Law, No Discrimination,Indemnification,and
default.
Yes
Application Authorization(Signature Page)
Application Authorization Form.pdf
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1. APPLICATION AUTHORIZATION
A signatura is required for submlasfon of an applicatlon.The Applicant must have legal signing authority
to bind the company to contract,f.e,execulive offlcers and owners.The Applicant is duly authorized to
execute this document on behalf ot the company and its legal owner,as applicable.Through application
to the P�ogram,the Applicant provides consent to the Clty to verify ihe company's business licensure,
lease or property ownership status,and ver(fy personnel records.
The Applicant acknowledges that adherence to the application and Program guidelines is a requirement
for receipt of the grant. Failure to comply with Program guidelines may result in the loss of eligibility for
receipt of the grant.
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Signature:
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Internal City Use Only-Economic Development Department
Date Received:
Approval Signature:
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