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R25-007 RESOLUTION NO. R25-007 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON 4 BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING GRANT AGREEMENTS (TIER 2) BETWEEN THE CITY AND CASA LINDA RESTAURANTE, FULLY PROMOTED BOYNTON BEACH, J&I OPTICAL, ALL PRO REHAB AND PERFORMANCE CENTER, KEISHA CAKES, AND INTENTION ENTERPRISES LLC FOR THE SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT PROGRAM FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,000; APPROVNG IGRANT AGREEMENTS (TIER 1) BETWEEN THE CITY AND BASIC POOL I I SUPPLIES, COPPERPOINT BREWING COMPANY, EL ATICO, 12 INTERNATIONAL M20, JOEY'S HOME BAKERY, LUX SALON, AND THE 13 BAY COACHING FOR THE SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT 14 PROGRAM FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,000; AND 15 PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR ALL OTHER PURPOSES. 16 17 WHEREAS, the City of Boynton Beach has budgeted $100,000 for the Small Business 18 Support Grant Program for fiscal year 2024-2025; and 19 WHEREAS, eligible applicant businesses within the City of Boynton Beach will receive 20 either $5,000 or $10,000 from the City's budgeted funds upon respective awards of the Grant 21 Program; and 22 WHEREAS, the Grant Program provides financial assistance for a variety of eligible uses, 23 including rent reimbursement, business equipment, inventory, interior/exterior commercial 24 property renovations, and software or eligible technology purchases, wherein applicants may 25 utilize grant funds for multiple, eligible purposes provided that costs are paid upfront before City 26 disbursement; and 27 WHEREAS, each application was evaluated based on a scoring process and categorized 28 into Tier One, Tier Two, or Not Awarded; and 29 WHEREAS, Tier One grants were awarded to Basic Pool Supplies, Copperpoint Brewing 30 Company, El Atico, International M20, Joey's Home Bakery, Lux Salon, and The Bay Coaching; and 31 WHEREAS, Tier Two grants were awarded to Casa Linda Restaurante, Fully Promoted 32 Boynton Beach, J&I Optical, All Pro Rehab and Performance Center, Keisha Cakes, and Intention 33 Enterprises; and 34 WHEREAS, the City Commission, upon the recommendation of staff, has deemed it in the 35 best interests of the City's citizens and residents to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the 36 grant agreements for Tier One and Tier Two award applicants, wherein each applicant shall submit 37 a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025,or by execution 38 of further contracts. 39 40 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON 41 BEACH, FLORIDA, THAT: 42 SECTION 1. The foregoing "Whereas" clauses are hereby ratified and confirmed as 43 being true and correct and are hereby made a specific part of this Resolution upon adoption. 44 SECTION 2. The City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, does hereby 45 approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Tier One Small Business Support Grant 46 Agreements, copies of which are attached hereto as Composite Exhibit A. 47 SECTION 3. The City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, does hereby 48 approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Tier Two Small Business Support Grant 49 Agreements, copies of which are attached hereto as Composite Exhibit B. 50 SECTION 4. The City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, hereby 51 authorizes the Mayor to execute any ancillary documents necessary to accomplish the purposes 52 of this Resolution. 53 SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall retain the fully executed Tier One and Tier Two Small 54 Business Support Grant Agreements as a public record of the City. 55 SECTION 6. This Resolution shall take effect in accordance with law. 56 57 [SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE] 59 PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of C.)X\ Y , 2025 60 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA 61 YE- NO 62 Mayor–Ty Penserga 63 64 Vice Mayor–Aimee Kelley 65 66 Commissioner–Angela Cruz 67 ✓ 68 Commissioner–Woodrow L. Hay 69 70 Commissioner–Thomas Turkin ✓ 71 72 VOTE s� 73 A 74 — 75 i� to kelt" i i AP/ Id 76 Maylee De sus, MPA, MC Ty - -ns: s 77 City Clerk i Mayor 78 �F BO y4 �� 79 \may CORPp•T� '1 APPROVED AS TO FORM: 80 (Corporate Seal) ; . : �• ��.;L 81 ; ,HCo Rpo<�82 ��t, 83 fII '•192O '. . Shawna G. Lamb 't • .c,•.•.. .:' t � Rl"Y/DA = 84 `�` O •""• s City Attorney CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this \J i'1 day of „ 20-1 by and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City"," and s hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the "Parties"). ; Qwl SI-V17 Qn.l Re�• � 1l+� WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries; and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City,which is beneficial to the local economy; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest;and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest,and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained,the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of$_l 0,000_ (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: _ Business Equipment and Inventory _ (the "Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement, unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award,and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily, or permanently,all,or any,unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have-no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds,including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement.The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds.The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30)days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten(10) days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30)days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award.Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein,shall,at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies;relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, employees,and elected officers(collectively,"Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind,including attorney's fees,court costs,and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers,agents,employees, or agents,arising from,relating to, or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party, Grantee shall,upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or, at City's option,pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement. This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years, funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation. XI. FEES,COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees,court costs and all expenses(including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals),incurred in that action or proceeding,in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement,or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 XIV.NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested,and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6014 Facsimile (561) 742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb,City Attorney P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach,FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6051 Facsimile(561)742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to(current official address): 3300 South Congress Ave.unit 13, Boynton Beach,FL 33426 XV.MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City, and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture, or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers,employees, or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority,City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any.manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore, the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred,subcontracted,or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement,in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer,encumbrance,or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies (i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii)the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of,and does not have its principal place of business in,a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit,under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph,or section where they appear,unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing,unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. if there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement, the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE 13q54. '7J SvPfJy ced Rep,,,;Tn,_ By: Tn. .410, . iv By: ' Print: Ar_ . . Print: ,'obrrf Chfk5) Name: or- Title: Sec 1e itr7 A S : A 1"1'EST: I 11,,, tip-- , ,, _ / .- __ -- _--- • . Maylee II -us, City Prin 't e S. Gh�>�� Title: ela•'/- `Z-r c.I,M�-A",- APPROVE: AS TO LEGAL FORM: (CORPORATE SEAL) J. doib _ _ .., Office of the City Attorney • /6pY N Too; �A ,.. ..c).„ (WOR,gT. SEAL :_' INCORPORATED iS, % 1920 , •' I\"‘ FLORIOP Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 10/16/24,9:02 AM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant -"TY°`.� --- BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview - CITY OF�- BOYNTON �-BEAC H City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/0335cccd-20dc-41 e8-b 1 d9-5ed067272b6c?hideHeader=true 1/5 10/16/24,9:02 AM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements ▪ Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits o Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less • Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. o Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). • Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/0335cccd-20dc-41 e8-b1 d9-5ed067272b6c?hideHeader=true 2/5 10/16/24,9:02 AM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) • Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card • Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt • Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. o Signed W9 of your Business • 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable • Fictitious Name Registration ▪ Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: o Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" • Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. • Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) *No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUNDING It is the responsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant Program Application and Guidelines. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/0335cccd-20dc-41 e8-b1 d9-5ed067272b6c?hideHeader=true 3/5 10/16/24,9:02 AM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach Basic Pool Supply And Repair,Inc. Business Name* Business Legal Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 3300 South Congress Ave. Address Line 2 Unit 13 City State/Province/Region Boynton Beach Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 USA Business George Chriss Jr. Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application Robert Chriss Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 561-734-9443 Email* basicpooll@gmail.com Website basicpoolsupply.com Number of 4 Employees* Type of Business* Swimming Pool Store&Swimming Pool Service PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement Business Equipment Inventory Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* A grant would help assist purchasing inventory in the retail store to ensure greater customer satisfaction.The inventory counts would be higher as a result. Total Cost of $ 10,000.00 Project* https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/0335cccd-20dc-41 e8-b1 d9-5ed067272b6c?hideHeader-true 4/5 10/16/24,9:02 AM Application Evaluation REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Vaild ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card george-chriss-id.pdf 73.95KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. w9-signed pdf 1.69MB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* btr-basic-pool-boynton pdf 964.24KB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* sunbiz-basic-pool.pdf 157.78KB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return 2023-short-Basic-Pool Tax Return-password-basi37542.... 84.81KB Fictitious Name Registration By signing below,I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* /z'tfi(iftgQ r 04. Application Date* 10/15/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/0335cccd-20dc-41 e8-b1 d9-5ed067272b6c?hideHeader=true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this 10 day of December „ 20 24 by and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City"," and Copperpoint Brewing Company hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the"Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries; and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City, which is beneficial to the local economy; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest; and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest, and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of$10,000_ (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Rent Reimbursement and Inventory (the "Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement,unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award,and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold, temporarily, or permanently, all, or any, unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement. The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 2 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds. The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30) days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement, other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten (10) days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30) days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award. Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein, shall, at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 3 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, employees, and elected officers(collectively, "Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind, including attorney's fees, court costs, and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers, agents, employees, or agents, arising from, relating to, or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party, Grantee shall, upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or, at City's option, pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement. This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years, funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 4 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation. XI. FEES,COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees, court costs and all expenses (including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals), incurred in that action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement,or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 5 XIV.NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No. (561)742-6014 Facsimile(561)742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb, City Attorney P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No. (561)742-6051 Facsimile(561)742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to (current official address): 151 Commerce Rd,Boynton Beach,FL 33426 XV.MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City, and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture, or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers, employees, or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority, City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore, the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 6 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred, subcontracted, or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement, in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies (i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii) the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of, and does not have its principal place of business in, a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit, under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph, or section where they appear, unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing, unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement, the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE ( Oppfr t1 i,a k 'L ry rop Co WA t (7C Print: . • :5 ___ Print: a/t 4144 Li L Name: . ,y91r- Title: t^i 0 60YNTD % A I I.\ 1 �°,•GpRPOR ,, A 1TT ST Ott. ' � • INCORPORAT $ / 6 A A A14— Mavlee )41,1,'us,Cit lcrk 1920 ED' $ I'nnt Name: LAu if CD i ••• •....0. l 'Title C(yi' //(c-- AlPROVI:I) AS TC)LI liAt_ l "4,1 •ORIDP• `�'��' (CORPORATE SEAL) 1 , earn!/ Office of the City Attorne, SmnII Business Suppon Gram Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 8 10/24/24, 1:27 PM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant .,CITY°F-- BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview --- --,CITY OF�-- BOYNTON BEACH City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/8466b3f8-1719-4f3f-8dec-e046eee0da3b?hideHeader=true 1/5 10/24/24, 1:27 PM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements • Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits • Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less o Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. • Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). • Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/8466b3f8-1719-4f3f-8dec-e046eee0da3b?hideHeader-true 2/5 10/24/24, 1:27 PM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) • Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card o Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt o Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. o Signed W9 of your Business o 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration o Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: o Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. o Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) 'No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUNDING It is the responsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant Program Application And Guidelines https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/8466b3f8-1719-4f3f-8dec-e046eee0da3b7hideHeader=true 3/5 10/24/24, 1:27 PM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach Copperpoint Brewing Company Business Name* Business Legal Copper Top Brewery LLC Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 151 Commerce Rd Address Line 2 City State/Province/Region Boynton Beach FL Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 USA Business Matthew Cox Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application Laura Cox Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 5612893684 Email* laura@copperpoint.beer Website www.copperpoint.beer Number of 18 Employees* Type of Business* manufacturing and taproom PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement Business Equipment Inventory Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* We have been in business in Boynton Beach for 10 years.The cost of goods has gone up significantly after Covid.The grant money can help us with inventory to keep up with the demand for product.We could also use for assistance with rent reimbursement. Total Cost of $ 10,000.00 Project* https://lfweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/8466b3f8-1719-4f3f-8dec-e046eee0da3b?hideHeader=true 4/5 10/24/24,1:27 PM Application Evaluation REQUIRED DOCUMENTS ............................... Valid ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card MC drivers licencse.pdf 501.97KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. W-9 Completed pdf 1.35MB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* BB BTR 2025.pdf 1.02MB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* Sunbiz.pdf 1.41MB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return 2023 COPPER TOP BREWERY LLC_2023_1065_Tax... 873.61KB Lease Agreement(?) Upload Lease/Rental Agreement Executed MCAL Land Hodings LLC&Copper Top Brew... 2.18MB Fictitious Name Fictitious Name.pdf 17.18KB Registration By signing below, I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* Application Date* 10/15/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/8466b3f8-1719-4f3f-8dec-e046eee0da3b?hideHeader=true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this 1 3 day of , 20'L y and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation,hereinafter referred to as"City","and Inversiones El Atico Inc hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a"Party"and collectively the "Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries; and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City, which is beneficial to the local economy; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest; and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest,and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of$10.000 (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Business Equipment, Inventory, and Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations(the"Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement,unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award, and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily, or permanently, all, or any,unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement.The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist,or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 2 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds. The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30)days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten (10) days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30)days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award. Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein, shall, at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 3 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, employees,and elected officers(collectively, "Indemnified Party") free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind,including attorney's fees, court costs, and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers, agents, employees, or agents, arising from,relating to, or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party, Grantee shall, upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or, at City's option, pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement.This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. Viii. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years, funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 4 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation. XI. FEES,COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees, court costs and all expenses(including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals),incurred in that action or proceeding,in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement,or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 5 XIV.NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No. (561)742-6014 Facsimile(561)742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb, City Attorney P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6051 Facsimile(561) 742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to (current official address): 1313 W Boynton Beach Blvd,Boynton Beach.FL 33426 XV.MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City, and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture, or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers, employees, or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority,City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. if City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore,the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 6 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred,subcontracted,or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement, in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies (i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii) the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of, and does not have its principal place of business in,a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit, under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence, paragraph, or section where they appear,unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing,unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement, the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. 1. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE r d-07J-eu-ri-qi BY '•—• J -— . Ar , SS- BY: �,e-X-rgl-ti- • Print: - .r.2 -5 et.- Print: @O7) / no I-P D n • Name: , . .. Title: 0 (.4.2/1-0 Y . A , ES : a ATTEST:I (I 0 I - 40 SPIP Maylee I e - us, -ity Clea Print Name: vo'L`<e Title: ercA.koyee APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM: (CORPORATE SEAL) . 4,76 Office of the City Attorney _ ?,DY NTONNt i/��••• RPORgT�•(9%�11 SEAL = ', INCORPORATED; �$ y% 1920 \` — FLOR�Or Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 8 10/16/24,9:52 AM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant _ CITY°`--'- BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview ---��CITY OF Io., City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/141 c8f0c-7815-4bca-8779-a3b855bf0b3a?hideHeader=true 1/5 10/16/24,9:52 AM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements • Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits • Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less o Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. • Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). • Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/141 c8f0c-7815-4bca-8779-a3b855bf0b3a?hideHeader=true 2/5 10/16/24,9:52 AM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) • Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card o Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt o Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. a Signed W9 of your Business O 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration o Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: o Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. o Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement O Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) 'No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUNDING It is the responsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant Program Ag i n and Guidelines. https://Ifweb.bbfi.us/Forms/form/approval/141 c8f0c-7815-4bca-8779-a3b855bf0b3a?hide Header=true 3/5 10/16/24,9:52 AM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach Inversiones El Atico Inc Business Name* Business Legal Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 1313 W Boyton Beach Blvd Address Line 2 City State/Province/Region Boyton Beach Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 USA Business Carolina Leon Pulgarin Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application Carolina Leon Pulgarin Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 9546650641 Email* carolinaleonpulg@hotmail.com Website Number of 13 Employees* Type of Business* Restaurant PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement e Business Equipment e.; Inventory r Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* Want to buy display cabinets to start selling pastries.Renovations in the restaurants,new tables,chairs,and lamps.Also to buy more food and restaurant supplies Total Cost of $ 10,000.00 Project* https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/141 c8f0c-7815-4bca-8779-a3b855bf0b3a?hideHeader=true 4/5 10/16/24,9:52 AM Application Evaluation REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Valid ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card ID.pdf 514.5KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. fw9(El Atico).pdf 152.86KB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* Business Tax Receipt.pdf 5.27MB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* InversionesElAtico Sunbz Report 2024.pdf 3.54KB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return 111NVERSION-US-2023ArchiveTaxRetum.pdf 169.17KB Lease Agreement(7) Upload Lease/Rental Agreement Fictitious Name Registration By signing below,I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct.I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* Application Date* 10/15/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/141 c8f0c-7815-4bca-8779-a3b855bf0b3a?hideHeader=true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this_ 10 day of December, 2024_ by and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City"," and International M20 Fire Protection Services,Inc hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the"Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries; and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City, which is beneficial to the local economy; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest; and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest,and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of$ 10.000_(the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Rent Reimbursement and Business Equipment (the "Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement, unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission_ E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award,and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily, or permanently, all, or any, unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agrccmcnt. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement. The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 2 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds.The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest,agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty (30)days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten(10) days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30)days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award.Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein, shall,at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 3 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, employees,and elected officers(collectively. "Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind, including attorney's fees,court costs,and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers, agents,employees,or agents, arising from,relating to,or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party, Grantee shall, upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or, at City's option, pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement.This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years, funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 4 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status,or sexual orientation. XI. FEES,COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees, court costs and all expenses (including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals),incurred in that action or proceeding,in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement,or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 XIV.NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu.Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach,FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6014 Facsimile (561) 742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb, City Attorney P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6051 Facsimile(561)742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to (current official address): 3000 High Ridge Rd Ste 10,Boynton Beach.FL 33426 XV. MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City. and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture,or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers, employees, or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority, City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore,the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 6 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred,subcontracted,or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement, in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies (i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (u)the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of,and does not have its principal place of business in, a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit, under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph. or section where they appear,unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing, unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement,the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification. amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF.the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE International M20 Fire Protection Sen ices. 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GoKF�Rg;. c<\ I-1I SEAL e, : INCORPORATED: i '4 1920 i 11h, FLORigN:" Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 8 10/16/24, 10:53 AM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant �"-"'"°`�` BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview -�-CITY OFA-- BEACH BOYNTON City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/df039310-241 f-4b37-be66-924 bc705bce4?hideHeader=true 1/5 10/16/24,10:53 AM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements • Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits • Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less o Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. o Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). • Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/df039310-241 f-4b37-be66-924bc705bce4?hideHeader=true 2/5 10/16/24,10:53 AM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) o Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card o Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt • Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. a Signed W9 of your Business O 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration o Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15. 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: G Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. o Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) 'No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUNDING It is the responsibility of the 4pplicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant ProgounApplic.ation Dnd Guidelines https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/df039310-241 f-4b37-be66-924bc705bce4?hideHeader=true 3/5 10/16/24, 10:53 AM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach International M20 Fire Protection Services, Business Name* Inc Business Legal Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 3000 High Ridge Rd Address Line 2 Ste 10 City State/Province/Region Boynton Beach FL Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 USA Business Cristian G.Moya Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application Johana Moya/Office Manager Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 561-508-3983 Email* johana@intemationalm2o.com Website Number of 4 Employees* Type of Business* Fire Sprinkler PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement Business Equipment Inventory Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* We are a family-owned business that has experienced a decrease in work activity since last year.However,we are determined to continue operating and are considering purchasing equipment that we currently rent to perform our job.Financial assistance would significantly benefit our company. Total Cost of $ 14,000.00 Project* https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/df039310-241 f-4b37-be66-924bc705bce4?hideHeader—true 4/5 10/16/24, 10:53 AM Application Evaluation REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Vaild ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card Driver License-CM.jpg 404.75KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. W9-IM20 2024.pdf 175.46KB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* Tax Receipt 2024 Boynton Beach.pdt 956.89KB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* Sunbiz 2024.pdf 148.92KB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return FC-Form 1120S-International M20-2023.pdf 736.19KB Lease Agreement(?) Upload Lease/Rental Agreement Lease Extension Agreement 2024.pdf 82.32KB Fictitious Name Registration By signing below,I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* Application Date* 10/15/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/df039310-241 f-4b37-be66-924bc705bce4?hideHeader=true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this I ) day ofporent6ia.202by and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City"," and joevs home bakery Gluten Free hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the "Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries;and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City,which is beneficial to the local economy; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose;and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest;and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest,and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained,the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of$10,000 (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Rent Reimbursement, Business Equipment, Inventory, and Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations (the"Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement, unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award,and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily, or permanently,all,or any,unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement. The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 2 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds.The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30)days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten (10)days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30)days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award.Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein, shall, at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 3 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, employees,and elected officers(collectively,"Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind, including attorney's fees,court costs,and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers, agents,employees,or agents, arising from,relating to,or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party,Grantee shall, upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or, at City's option, pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement.This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years,funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee.The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 4 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status,or sexual orientation. XI. FEES,COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees,court costs and all expenses(including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals),incurred in that action or proceeding,in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement,or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 5 XIV.NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach,FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6014 Facsimile(561)742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb,City Attorney P.O.Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6051 Facsimile(561) 742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to(current official address): 1532 SW 8th St,Boynton Beach,FL 33426 XV.MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City, and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture,or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers,employees,or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority,City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore, the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 6 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred,subcontracted,or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement, in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer,encumbrance,or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies(i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii)the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of,and does not have its principal place of business in,a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit,under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes.Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement.All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph,or section where they appear,unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing,unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement,the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE 1f, 1100-1S (1✓e fel' f fWsk'`71rk4"-`? By: ! i ?d By: �,, Print: i • Of _f Print: 1 0 f t, 'I Name: Title: r rre S ll) e J✓ ATT ST: ATTEST: vala I It 11 Maylee De Je City Clerk Print Name: 1 'I'r fi'(�$' Title: SPC /7't; APPROVED ' " TO LEGAL FORM: (CORPORATE SEAL) AO ..w6 Office of the City Attorney _i �.�oFi N.0‘1 • ..• ...F'..7 '9011 , 3 SEAL •.S ; INCORPORATED $ .4a. % 1920 .� "1kFLOR&' " Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 8 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant .---..--,CITY � CITY°F�--- BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview ,..........- CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/3127d3ef-9850-4465-ad89-6063b36e0c7e?hide Header=true 1/5 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements • Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits • Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less • Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. o Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). • Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/3127d3ef-9850-4465-ad89-6063b36e0c7e?hideHeader=true 2/5 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) o Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card • Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt o Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. ci Signed W9 of your Business o 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration • Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: a Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" • Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. c Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) `No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUNDING It is the responsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant Program Application and Guidelines. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/3127d3ef-9850-4465-ad89-6063b36e0c7e?hideHeader=true 3/5 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach joeys home bakery Gluten Free Business Name* Business Legal joeys home bakery Gluten Free Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 8480 egret lakes lane Address Line 2 City State/Province/Region west palm beach Florida Postal/Zip Code Country 33412 United States Business Joey li Weiss Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application victor Weiss sec/tres Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 6467344783 Email* victorweiss8@gmail.com Webs ite www.joeyshomebakeryglutenfree.com Number of 7 Employees* Type of Business* Bakery PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* r= Rent Reimbursement ✓ Business Equipment ✓ Inventory C, Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* new ice machine.new cold case new bakery cases.repair all welkin freezer and refrigerator repair ovens and proof box inventory brown rice flour rent payment Total Cost of $40,000 00 Project* https://lfweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/3127d3ef-9850-4465-ad89-6063b36e0c7e?hideHeader=true 4/5 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Valid ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card joey Weiss driver license jpg 771.68KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. vwf imports joeys home bakery W9 2024.pdf.jpg 117.46KB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* Joeys Home Bakery city of Boynton Beach 2025.htm 46.6KB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* VWF IMPORTS SUN BIZ 2024.htm 31.05KB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return VWF IMPORTS INC 2023 tax.html 170.29KB Lease Agreement(?) Upload Lease/Rental Agreement LEASE.pdf 106.62KB Fictitious Name Registration By signing below,I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* je�arr✓J Application Date* 10/15/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/3127d3ef-9850-4465-ad89-6063b36e0c7e?hideHeader=true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this f240M4y of 10 „ 2024 by and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City"," and Lint Salon hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the"Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries; and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City, which is beneficial to the local economy; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose; and 'WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest; and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest, and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of$10,000 (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Business Equipment, Inventory, and Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations (the "Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement,unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award, and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily, or permanently, all, or any, unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement. The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 2 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds. The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30) days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten (10) days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30)days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award. Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein, shall, at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 3 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, employees,and elected officers (collectively, "Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind, including attorney's fees, court costs, and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers, agents, employees, or agents, arising from,relating to, or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party, Grantee shall, upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or, at City's option, pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement. This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years, funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24) hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 4 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation. XI. FEES,COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees, court costs and all expenses (including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals),incurred in that action or proceeding,in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 5 XIV. NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No. (561)742-6014 Facsimile(561) 742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb, City Attorney P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No. (561)742-6051 Facsimile(561) 742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to (current official address): 3469 W Boynton Beach Blvd. suite 5,Boynton Beach,FL XV. MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City, and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture, or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers, employees, or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority, City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore, the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 6 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred, subcontracted,or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement, in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies (i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii) the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of,and does not have its principal place of business in, a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit, under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph, or section where they appear, unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing,unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement, the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE By: By: /i .. iJ i��� Pri .�, 'l P 4..P.t.rc a— Pri 4. 4 ' A , Name: ..Y Title: sPr Q S, �M - A ' S a ATTEST: 6. 70., Ili -" ' Maylee 6 e .e s,City Clerk P . ame: ✓rt/ft 4 k, 0413(i MA Title: r .pvt G jc#►, ak x APPROV• t ' : TO LEGAL FORM: (CORPORATE SEAL) 1 # / e s Office of the City Attorney – 0,( TON 6, •o SEAL •.z iv• i INCORPORATED di ..* 1920 . {,%% FLOR\OP- Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 I • Small Business Support Grant CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview ------.------CITY OF w'•-- BOYNTO N B E A C H City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements o Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits • Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less o Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business. Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. o Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). o Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices, campaign headquarters, or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations- must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use, in its sole and absolute discretion, if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) o Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card o Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt • Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. o Signed W9 of your Business o 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration • Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: o Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. • Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) `No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUNDING It is the responsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant Program Application and Guidelines, Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach Lux Salon Business Name* Business Legal Luxcorp Inc Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 3469 W boynton Beach blvd suite 5 Address Line 2 City State/Province/Region west palm beach florida Postal/Zip Code Country 33436 USA Business Jeanneth Algeciras Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application Jeanneth Algeciras Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 9546493199 Email* myluxsalon@gmail.com Website myluxsalon,com Number of 8 Employees* Type of Business* hair salon PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement • Business Equipment ✓ Inventory i Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* Air conditioning unit needs to be replaced New processing dryers to be able to process clients inventory to be able to provide more services for clients Total Cost of $ 10,000.00 Project* REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Vaild ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card drivers license.jpg 72.36KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. w9.pdf 692.48KB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* tax documents boynton.pdf 678.01KB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* sunbizluxl.jpeg 493.71 KB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Retum tax2023lux.pdf 842.65KB Lease Agreement(% Upload Lease/Rental Agreement lease agreement lux corp.pdf 1.15MB Fictitious Name sunbizlux2.jpg 307.04KB Registration By signing below, I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* Merz v err{illy rerM' Application Date* 10/16/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this l Y' day of etc .. 2024, by and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH. a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City..." and The Bac Coaching Facility hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the 'Parties''t. WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries: and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program (''Grant Program') provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City,which is beneficial to the local economy: and WHEREAS.the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose: and WHEREAS. the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest: and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest.and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement_ NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of 510,000 (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Business Equipment and Interior Exterior Commercial Property Renovations _,(the "Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant atrozement Rev.Dec.2023 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement.unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that. in the event of default as solely determined by the City. Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement. and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city. and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws. ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. Ill. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September I, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award.and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement.the City may withhold,temporarily,or permanently,all,or any.unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds. including unlawful and or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement. The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist_or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason,any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Arnrnt Rev.Dec.202? 1 City and the City shall have no funher funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds. The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee. its successors or assigns in interest. agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement. are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30)days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy. which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFACLT1FERMLNATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement.other than payment of funds.then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten(10)days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30)days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Parry fails to cure the default. the non-defaulting Pam shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS.AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award. Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified.or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein. shall.at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grunt Agreement Rev.Dec_2023 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect. defend. reimburse. indemnify and hold the City, its agents. employees.and elected officers(collectively. "Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims. liability. expenses. losses, costs. fines and damages of any kind. including attorney's fees,court costs, and expenses.including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City. raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused. in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee. its offers.agents,employees,or agents,arising from. relating to. or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party. Grantee shall, upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or. at City's option. pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause. and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City. its respective agents. employees. or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement. nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement. This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AV4ILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years. funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year. but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Aereement Re.\.Dec.2023 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right. power. or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race. color. religion, disability, sex. age. national origin. ancestry.marital status,or sexual orientation. XI. FEES,COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement. or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement. the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees. court costs and all expenses(including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including. without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals).incurred in that action or proceeding..in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided_ however. that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII.SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall,to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable. the remainder of this Agreement. or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected. and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties. and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to. modified. superseded or otherwise altered. except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Sma;l Business Support Grant Agreement Re%.Dec.2023 1 XIV. NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail. return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach.FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6014 Facsimile (561) 742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb. City Attorney P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach. FL 33425 Telephone No. (561)742-6051 Facsimile(561) 742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to(current official address): 2950 NW Commerce Parte Dr Unit X.Boynton Beach.FL XV.MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City. and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership.joint venture.or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses. neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers. employees,or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority,City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority.the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore,the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Sinai!Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned. transferred,subcontracted or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment. transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement. in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer,encumbrance,or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies i i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern: (ii)the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee: and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of.and does not have its principal place of business in.a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds. Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit.under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.007 1(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071. Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement.All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender. and the singular shall include the plural. and vice versa. unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence.paragraph.or section where they appear.unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement. such reference is to the section or article as a whole. including all subsections thereof. unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days. unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing,unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term. statement. requirement_ or provision of any document or exhibit attached to. referenced by. or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement.the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein. no modification. amendment. or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Re%.Dec-202 1 IN 1%11'N ESS WHEREOF.the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and sear first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE aitlrujiauktintOaildNi f //� By: ` �-' I / . By: 444-1-ti ` ,a.•.- Z Print: Ty •IV Print:PQi t.Q IY Ie. 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City Clerk Print Name: jfl'V re_ 1 flff., Tide: P antit/1' APPROVE 6 ' S TO LEGAL FORM: l CORPORATE SEAL) cd(YaMb Office of the City + ; %,(N 1 Orye%% . s iOk:p�PORATF• •..9`I 41 frfpL\ 100 c.); TEDI 1 • .. 1NcOPORA i 1920 s ‘`"%.` FLOW_-- —' Smell Roams Support Gem ASIVIIIIISIK Rev.Dec.2023 t 10/16/24,10:10 AM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant --------CITY°r BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview -CITY OF------------ BOYNTON BEACH City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/6e7c41a6-607c-4690-8f90-fc3f4319ebd6?hideHeader—true 1/5 10/16/24, 10:10 AM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements o Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits • Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less • Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. o Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). • Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/6e7c41 a6-607c-4690-8f90-fc3f4319ebd6?hideHeader—true 2/5 10/16/24, 10:10 AM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) • Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card o Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt • Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. o Signed W9 of your Business • 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration • Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15. 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: • Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. o Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) 'No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GU•RANTEE • It is the responsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant Program Application and Guidelines. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/6e7c41 a6-607c-4690-8f90-fc3f4319ebd6?hideHeader=true 3/5 10/16/24, 10:10 AM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach The Bay Coaching Facility Business Name* Business Legal Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 2950 NW Commerce Park Dr Address Line 2 Unit 8 City State/Province/Region Boynton Beach i Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 USA Business Ronnie Lane Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application Simone Lane/Office Manager Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 9546514415 Email* request.thebayfitness561@gmail.com Website https://baycoachingfacility.com/bcfhome Number of 4 Employees* Type of Business* Fitness Facility PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement Business Equipment Inventory Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* purchase of new workout equipment and machines for members use.Current equipment is old and worn out due to constant use and needs to be replaced.Also need to make renovations to gym as walls and flooring needs to be replaced due to tape being put down on turf during covid for social distancing,turf is now worn out and have tape reside. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/6e7c41 a6-607c-4690-8f90-fc3f4319ebd6?hideHeader-true 4/5 10/16/24, 10:10 AM Application Evaluation Total Cost of $ 10,000.00 Project` REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Valid ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card IMG21034 2.jpg 789.62KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. W9 2.pdf 950.62KB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* Screenshot 2024-10-15 at 4.14.55 PM.png 186.31 KB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* Screenshot 2024-10-15 at 3.12.20 PM.pdf 157.2KB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return BCF 2023 Form 1120-S(1).pdf 419.71KB Lease Agreement(?) Upload Lease/Rental Agreement Ronnie Lane LEASE RENEWAL 2950 8 15&16 8 5 20... 136.57KB Fictitious Name Registration By signing below, I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* Application Date* 10/15/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://lfweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/6e7c41 a6-607c-4690-8f90-fc3f4319ebd6?hideHeader-true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this 10 day of A{itM,310± by and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City"," and Casa Linda Restaurante hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the"Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries; and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City,which is beneficial to the local economy;and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose;and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest; and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest,and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained,the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of$5,000 (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations _ (the "Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement, unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award,and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily, or permanently, all, or any,unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement. The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 2 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds. The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30) days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten (10) days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30) days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY, REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award. Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein, shall, at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 3 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, employees,and elected officers(collectively, "Indemnified Party") free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind, including attorney's fees, court costs, and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers, agents, employees, or agents, arising from,relating to, or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party, Grantee shall, upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or, at City's option, pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement. This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years, funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 4 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation. XI. FEES,COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees, court costs and all expenses (including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals), incurred in that action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 5 XIV. NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No. (561)742-6014 Facsimile (561) 742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb, City Attorney P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No. (561)742-6051 Facsimile(561) 742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to (current official address): 701 North Congress Suite 7,Boynton Beach,FL XV. MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City, and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture, or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers, employees, or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority, City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore, the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 6 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred, subcontracted,or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement, in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies (i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii) the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of, and does not have its principal place of business in, a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit, under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph, or section where they appear, unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing, unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement, the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE r tL1r .o l -PX 1(00 -�'t(_ . • By: _ / ZbLs''" By:r . Print: _ Print: t-A v":pc) e(lid 41i Name: ., Title: oe.)- r\-c ' • ATT'ST: ATTEST: / LAI (J. eb- Maylee De Jesu: 'ity Clerk Print Name:( (,t 0(CI 12O t ('t Title: APPROVED i 0 LEGAL FORM: (CORPORATE SEAL) „ad dfnb Office of the City Attorney pYNTp ` � �:G�RFORgTF<9(<\ 1 s SEAL •=�; INCORPORATED; $ .4, 1920 �'�� FLORIOP Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 10/18/24,3:12 PM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant ----CITY OFA--,� BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview - ------- C IT Y OF,-----ct--.--- BOYNTON BEACH City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://lfweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/5692a4a5-f643-4d9a-b8e6-0845d3b6fbdc?hideHeader=true 1/5 10/18/24,3:12 PM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements o Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits o Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less • Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. a Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). • Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/5692a4a5-f643-4d9a-b8e6-0845d3b6fbdc?hideHeader=true 2/5 10/18/24,3:12 PM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) o Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card o Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt o Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. o Signed W9 of your Business • 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration a Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: • Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. o Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) *No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GI JAR ANTEE OF FUNDING Jt is the res onsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant ProgramApplication And Guidelines https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/5692a4a5-f643-4d9a-b8e6-0845d3b6fbdc?hideHeader=true 3/5 10/18/24,3:12 PM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach Casa Linda Restaurante Business Name* Business Legal Casa Linda Mexican Inc Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 701 North Congress Address Line 2 Suite 7 City State/Province/Region Boynton Beach FI Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 USA Business Mima Contreras Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application Owner Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 954-444-8764 Email* casalinda12009@gmail_com Website casalindamexican.com Number of 20 Employees* Type of Business* Restaurant PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement Business Equipment Inventory Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* with the renovations this location will definitely look more attractive Total Cost of $ 12,000.00 Project* REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Vaild ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card IMG-20240314-WA0005.jpeg 577 6KB https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/5692a4a5-f643-4d9a-b8e6-0845d3b6fbdc?hideHeader=true 4/5 10/18/24,3:12 PM Application Evaluation W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. 20241016_161056.jpg 3.95MB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* 20241016_152732.jpg 2.76MB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* Sunbiz.pdf 167.02KB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return casa linda mexican inc_23s_CC.pdf 197.48KB Lease Agreement(7) Upload Lease/Rental Agreement Lease.2024.0814.pdf 301.85KB Fictitious Name Registration By signing below,I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct.I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* 't r1t(d yttot 7I Application Date* 10/16/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/5692a4a5-f643-4d9a-b8e6-0845d3b6fbdc?hideHeader--true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this fel day of 10 „202yby and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as"City"," and Fully Promoted Boynton Beach hereinafter referred to as"Grantee"(each a"Party"and collectively the "Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries;and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") pros ides Cit) funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City,which is beneficial to the local economy;and WHEREAS,the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose;and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest;and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest,and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW,THEREFORE,in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained,the Parties hereby agree as follows: 1. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of$5.000 (the "Grant Funds").All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. H. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. lise of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Business Equipment __(the "Authorized Use").Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 • B. Accuracy of Representations.Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations tnade in connection with Grantee's application, or other supposing documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agnxment,unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City,Grantee will,as more specifically set forth herein,refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing.Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement,and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws.Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal,state,city,and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses.Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline.Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September I,2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement,revocation of the Grant award,and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily,or permanently,all,or any,unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee,and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized,illegal or unlawful receipt of funds,including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement.The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist,or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason.any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Giant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 2 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds.The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee,its successors or assigns in interest,agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement,are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30)days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee arc individually ad severally responsible for refund ingGrant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the tents of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten(10)days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30)days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default,the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of tennination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing fine employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award.Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City,if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein,shall,at the option of the City without liability,in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. • Small Business Support Grant Agr ement R .Dee 2023 3 411111111111111111111111/111111111111.111162111111111 Ii _ 1 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect,defend,reimburse,indemnify and hold the City,its agents, • employees,and elected officers(collectively, "Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind,including attorney's fees,court costs,and expenses,including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City,raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement,and caused or alleged to be caused,in whole or in part,by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee,or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee,its offers,agents,employees,or agents,arising from,relating to,or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party,Grantee shall,upon written notice form City,defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or,at City's option,pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney,any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations,or portions or applications thereof,shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City,its respective agents,employees, or officers.Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement.This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City.If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years,funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year,but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours'notice to Grantee.The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 4 � I tvat.��;z tsa .�nnco � sa: this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Stale of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy,and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race,color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry,marital status,or sexual orientation. XI. FEES,COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute,breach,default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement. the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees,court costs and all expenses(including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs(including,without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals),incurred in that action or proceeding,in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled,provided,however,that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII.SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent,be held invalid or unenforceable,the remainder of this Agreement,or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable,shall not be affected,and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified,superseded or otherwise altered,except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rer.Dec.2023 5 XIV.NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested,and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O.Box 310 Boynton Beach,FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6014 Facsimile (561)742.6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb,City Attorney P.O.Box 310 Boynton Beach,FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6051 Facsimile (561)742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to(current official address): 398 NCongress Ave Suite 105.Boynton Beach,FL 33426 XV.MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor.Grantee is an independent contractor of City,and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture,or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers.employees,or agents of City.Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority,City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity.If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement.Therefore,the Parties acknowledge that there arc no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Gram Agreement Rei.Dec.2023 6 v�� D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred,subcontracted,or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer,encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective,constitute a breach of this Agreement,and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement,in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity.City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer,encumbrance,or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern.Grantee represents and certifies(i)Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii) the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of,and does not have its principal place of business in,a foreign country of concern.On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit,under penalty of penury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee docs not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(I)(d), Florida Statutes.Terns use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties,and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement.All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph,or section where they appear,unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof,unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated.Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing,unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any tent,statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement,the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Ageement Rev.Dec.2023 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the patties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year fust above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE lot)iat.c a lOvkt, W O By: - . 2..r By: p Print t 7 I f/ Pi nit ELK S 10O A-t L Name: - Title: ow 1J R2• Orn'•T: ill-, ATTEST: i 4010 Mavlec De.1 ..4- ity Clerk Print Name: Ik►J: (aOl)7a't-e2 Title: Oki.)AX Q• APPROVES 'S LEGAL FORM: (CORPORATE SEAL) 194etiin . Office of the City Attorney T goYNro U PR R NOORPORLp = toilc:...1:' )ROAq�T . IR A Si 1920 1, ' 4°RIDAJ. .•• Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 g 10/16/24, 1:59 PM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant V ai— BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview `-��--CITY O F� . BOYNTON BEACH City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/8e485176-29e2-440d-8e3a-79a84e9f0626?hideHeader=true 1/5 10/16/24, 1:59 PM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements • Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits • Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less • Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. • Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). • Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/8e485176-29e2-440d-8e3a-79a84e9f0626?hideHeader—true 2/5 10/16/24,1:59 PM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) o Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card o Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt o Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. o Signed W9 of your Business o 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration o Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: o Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. o Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) `No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUNDING It is the responsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant Program Application and Guidelines https://lfweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/8e485176-29e2-440d-8e3a-79a84e9f0626?hideHeader=true 3/5 10/16/24, 1:59 PM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach Fully Promoted Boynton beach Business Name* Business Legal Gonzalez Doval Gorp Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 398 N Congress Av Address Line 2 Suite 105 City State/Province/Region Boynton Beach Fl Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 USA Business Belkys Doval Owner/Principal Name` Grant Application Belkys Doval Owner Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 5615633089 Email* boyntonbeach.fl©fullypromoted.corn Website fullypromoted.com Number of 2 Employees* Type of Business* Uniforms,promotional products embroidery PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement Business Equipment Inventory Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* We want to gel a new single embroidery machine.We want to increase our production capacity and bring better services for our community.Boynton beach Community is growing and some time is difficult to take single orders,because we have the big machine working for big orders We can get a new single head embroidery machine and take care the retail costumers an give to them the opportunity to get our services with reasonable time around. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/8e485176-29e2-440d-8e3a-79a84e9f0626ThideHeader—true 4/5 10/16/24, 1:59 PM Application Evaluation Total Cost of $ 12,000.00 Project* REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Valid ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card Florida.pdf 229.27KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. W9 2024.pdf 623.38KB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* Salex tax resale 2024.pdf 56.68KB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* Sunbiz.pdf 159.55KB Sunbiz Report.pdf 3.56KB Tax Return* 2023 Indivklual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return GONZALEZDOVAL CORP 2023 Tax Retum.pdf 148.17KB Fictitious Name Fictition name 2.pdf 169.9KB Registration Fictitios name.pdf 58.3KB By signing below,I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* Application Date* 10/16/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/8e485176-29e2-440d-8e3a-79a84e9f0626?hideHeader-true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this l I day of 0 e.c. „ 20V1 by and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City"," and J&I Optical hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the"Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries; and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City,which is beneficial to the local economy; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest; and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest,and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW,THEREFORE,in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained,the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of $5,000 (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Inventory (the "Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement, unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award,and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily, or permanently, all, or any,unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement. The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 2 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds. The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30)days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten (10) days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30) days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY, REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award. Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified, or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein, shall, at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 3 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, employees,and elected officers(collectively,"Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind,including attorney's fees,court costs, and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers, agents,employees,or agents, arising from,relating to,or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party, Grantee shall, upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or, at City's option,pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement.This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years, funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 4 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation. XI. FEES, COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees, court costs and all expenses (including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals), incurred in that action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 5 XIV. NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No. (561)742-6014 Facsimile (561) 742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb, City Attorney P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No. (561)742-6051 Facsimile(561) 742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to (current official address): 1034 Gateway Blvd Suite 106,Boynton Beach,FL 33426 XV. MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City, and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture, or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers, employees, or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority, City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore, the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 6 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred,subcontracted,or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement,in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer, encumbrance,or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies (i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii)the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of,and does not have its principal place of business in,a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit,under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph,or section where they appear,unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing,unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement,the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE 3 - OP-}-',CSA 1 By: dam. r 4 ?�ZS'• By: k-ez...4e-,, ,.-._._ Print: Ty S� / Print: ys AAL MAI-) A V.1-1 ✓ SIti� Name: / Title: Ow 11 Q c ATT ATTEST: I At bill— j-Ge..e.e-e--- 4-.. ,A.,) ---1---/ Maylee li - Je.is, City Clerk Print Name: R'tka gc�„baev Title: MA n Asst C APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM: (CORPORATE SEAL) •. a °( b Office of the City Attorney ''v NTO `` 1 #,.."0<c:O?sPORATF.• <<"'911 ,_� SEAL •.z iU� si ••1NCORPORMEDi , 1 1920 Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Small Business Support GrantBOYNTON B E A C H Program Overview �--------- C I T Y O F,------ BOYNTON BEACH City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/714b8d8e-5ab8-4502-9297-8f7ad09c52ab?hideHeader=true 1/5 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements • Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits o Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less • Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. • Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). • Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/714b8d8e-5ab8-4502-9297-8f7adO9c52ab?hideHeader=true 2/5 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) o Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card a Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt o Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. o Signed W9 of your Business • 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration o Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: o Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. • Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) 'No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. :u •L S :_► : a :,_:► 0 lb., 6. It is the responsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant ProgrinAppacatIpp and Guidelines. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/714b8d8e-5ab8 4502-9297-8f7ad09c52ab?hideHeader=true 3/5 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach J&I OPTICAL,LLC Business Name* Business Legal Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 1034 Gateway Blvd Suite 106 Address Line 2 City State/Province/Region Boynton Beach Florida Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 United States Business ISAAC MANAKHIMOV Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application ISAAC MANAKHIMOV OWNER Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 561-702-2075 Email* ISAACMANAHIM@GMAIL.COM Website THEQUANTUMOPTICAL.COM Number of 2 Employees* Type of Business* OPTICAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement Business Equipment Inventory Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* We are in desperate need of inventory for this coming season we are extremely low on inventory and wont be able to survive without the help of this grant. Total Cost of $ 10,000.00 Project* https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/714b8d8e-5ab8-4502-9297-8f7adO9c52ab?hideHeader=true 4/5 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Vaild ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card ID FRONT.jpg 1.28MB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. W9 jpc 5.81 MB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* TAX RECEIPT CERT OF USE.jpg 2.1MB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* SUNBIZACTIVE.jpg 1.79MB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return 2023 TAX RETURN.pdf 403.45KB Fictitious Name fictitious name pdf 16.01KB Registration By signing below,I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* E nna e"J nsria6/f,/t Application Date* 10/15/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/714b8d8e-5ab8-4502-9297-8f7ad09c52ab?hideHeader=true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this 11'1' day of 0'1-4114,2014b and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City"," and AU Pro Rehab and Performance Center hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the"Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries;and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City,which is beneficial to the local economy;and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose;and WHEREAS. the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest;and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest,and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of $5,000 (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Rent Reimbursement, Business Equipment, and Inventory (the"Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement, unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award,and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily,or permanently, all,or any, unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement.The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds.The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30)days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. I1. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten (10)days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30)days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award. Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein, shall,at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents. employees,and elected officers(collectively,"Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind, including attorney's fees,court costs,and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers,agents,employees,or agents,arising from,relating to,or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party, Grantee shall, upon written notice form City,defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or,at City's option, pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement.This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years, funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dcc.2023 1 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees arc treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation. XI. FEES,COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees,court costs and all expenses(including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals),incurred in that action or proceeding. in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII.SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent. be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement,or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 XIV. NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6014 Facsimile(561) 742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb, City Attorney P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6051 Facsimile(561) 742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to(current official address): 1015 Gateway Blvd Suite 402,Boynton Beach,FL 33426 XV. MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City,and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture,or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers,employees, or agents of City.Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority, City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore,the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred,subcontracted,or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement, in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer,encumbrance,or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies(i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii)the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of,and does not have its principal place of business in,a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit, under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph,or section where they appear, unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing,unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement, the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE At( Pio 1 e By: ! r a By: �c� Print: da! 5.--- Print: '" L,s . I - - Name: �... .. Title: °w/e,/ ATT'ST: ATTEST: o , r •. l 6, •- ...... , Maylee D= .Ie. City Clerk Print Name: Ti is int Title: Eapl yt°e APPROVED • : TO LEGAL FORM: (CORPORATE SEAL) Al ,Ydient Office of the City Attorney oy NTOy�N I�,6 � A� ��p0RArF• C9 ,' SQAL : - , i —• U .INcoRp�RATE : •i SI 1920/ F!(_ Thr ,: Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dcc.2023 1 10/16/24,9:08 AM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant ✓"`y 04.E-_„ BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview ----,,CITY OF�� BOYNTON BEAC H City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/a9f06352-d065-47c9-ba 1 e-a90d 1 f3580ca?h ideHeader=true 1/5 10/16/24,9:08 AM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements • Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits o Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less o Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. • Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). • Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/a9f06352-d065-47c9-ba1e-a90d1f3580ca?hideHeader-true 2/5 10/16/24,9:08 AM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) o Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card o Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt • Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. a Signed W9 of your Business o 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration o Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: • Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. o Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) 'No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUNDING It is the responsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant Progrothpplication and Guidelines https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/a9f06352-d065-47c9-bale-a90d 1 f3580ca?hideHeader=true 3/5 10/16/24,9:08 AM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach All Pro Rehab&Performance Center Business Name* Business Legal Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 1015 Gateway Blvd Address Line 2 Suite 402 City State/Province/Region Boynton Beach F.orica Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 USA Business Robertson Auguste Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application Owner Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 5612490053 Email* rob@allprorehab.com Website www.allprorehab.com Number of 3 Employees* Type of Business* Physical Therapy PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement Business Equipment Inventory Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* We are seeking this Grant so that we can assist in paying our rent,invest in updated equipment for our patients,and purchase inventory to serve our clients better. Total Cost of $5,000 00 Project* https://lfweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/a9f06352-d065-47c9-bale-a90d1f3580ca?hideHeader-true 4/5 10/16/24,9:08 AM Application Evaluation REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Vaild ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card AugusteRobertsonDriversLicense(1).pdf 450.45KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. W-9AIIProRehab.pdf 479.18KB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* BusinessTaxReciept2024.pdf 297.53KB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* SunBiz2024.pdf 3.56KB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return AllProRehabBusinessTaxReturn2023.pdf Lease Agreement(?) Upload Lease/Rental Agreement Fictitious Name Registration By signing below, I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* lfi"Wow 63,4geidte Application Date* 10/15/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/a9f06352-d065-47c9-ba 1 e-a90d 1 f3580ca?hideHeader=true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this ( 04 n day ofOCair bf r20,2_1 by and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City"," and Keisha Cakes hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the"Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries; and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City, which is beneficial to the local economy; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest; and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest,and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the Parties hereby agree as follows: 1. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of $5,000 (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Business Equipment,Inventory, and Software/Eligible Technology Purchases __(the "Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev. Dec 2023 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement, unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award, and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily, or permanently, all, or any, unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement. The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 2 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds. The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty(30) days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten (10) days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30)days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award. Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein, shall, at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 3 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, employees,and elected officers (collectively, "Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind, including attorney's fees, court costs, and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers, agents, employees, or agents, arising from, relating to, or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party, Grantee shall, upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or, at City's option, pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement. This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years, funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 4 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation. XI. FEES, COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees, court costs and all expenses (including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals), incurred in that action or proceeding,in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 5 XIV.NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O.Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6014 Facsimile(561)742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb,City Attorney P.O.Box 310 Boynton Beach,FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6051 Facsimile(561)742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to(current official address): 132 Lancaster Rd.Boynton Beach,FL 33426 XV.MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City, and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture,or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers,employees,or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority,City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore,the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 6 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred, subcontracted, or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement, in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies (i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii) the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of, and does not have its principal place of business in, a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit, under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph, or section where they appear, unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing,unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement, the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE KelshoL Cakes By: y • o By: /7 ---t--k-- G Print: � tY �— Print: / -c i5 1,-L c.._ C vies Name: sTitle: o u V c!e r f 0 wvt (J ATT T: ATTEST: Nimit —. Print: I At D: Je City Clerk Print Name: Wr r\e11 actin.) < <1 r Title: /-->'u 5 b a v) c./ APPROVED • S TO LEGAL FORM: (CORPORATE SEAL) dgirib Office of the City Attorney Y SEAL $ i :INCORPORATEDi$ : • •' .. . 1920 ; I"FLORO\_ Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev Dec 2023 1 f ( • \,.. i.'. fir m ..' .R,, • y `' r'.. s L11 J e.4 x Y. . • • . ,.s .0-7 10/16/24,9:03 AM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant Program Overview ------------C I T Y O F,------ BOYNTON BEACH City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/6482bed1-9b62-4ec9-b7e4-215ce3d81e6c?hideHeader=true 1/5 10/16/24,9:03 AM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements • Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits • Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less • Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. • Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR) o Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/6482bed 1-9b62-4ec9-b7e4-215ce3d81 e6c?hideHeader—true 2/5 10/16/24,9:03 AM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) o Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card ▪ Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt o Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. • Signed W9 of your Business o 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration o Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: o Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. o Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) 'No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. BMI I• •F •k •PPLI i Sk : A' • _ S 4.1) It is the responsibilityof the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant Program Application snd Guidelines https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/6482bed1-9b62-4ec9-b7e4-215ce3d81 e6c?hideHeader=true 3/5 10/16/24,9:03 AM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach Keisha Cakes Business Name* Business Legal Keisha Cakes LLC Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 132 Lancaster Rd Address Line 2 City State/Province/Region Boynton Beacg FL Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 USA Business Keisha Gaines Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application Founder/Owner Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 9542635025 Email* keisha.cakes@gmail.com Website www.keishacakes.com Number of 1 Employees* Type of Business* Bakery PROJECT DESCRIPTION .. .. ...................._... ... Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement Business Equipment Inventory Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* I would like to increase my business by getting equipment to help with my efficiency and capacity I'll be able to function in.This will help tremendously with the growth of my business.Some equipment I want to get is a dough sheeter,deep freezer,more cake pans and so much more.I have a complete spreadsheet budget of all the items and cost that I would like to get. Total Cost of $ 10,000.00 Project* https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/6482bed1-9b62-4ec9-b7e4-215ce3d81 e6c?hideHeader-true 4/5 10/16/24,9:03 AM Application Evaluation REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Vaild ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card Driver License.pdf 124KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. Keisha Gaines W9.pdf 929.5KB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* Keisha Cakes BTR 1.pdf 11.02MB Keisha Cakes BTR 2.pdf 10.68MB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registraion Page(Must have active status) Page* Keisha Cakes Sunbiz.pdf 10.03MB LLC Cert Sunbiz.pdf 122.48KB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Scan 2.pdi 13.4MB Scan 3.pdf 12.36MB Scan 4.pdf 12.95MB Scan 5.pdf 412.77KB Scan.pdf 13.55MB Schedule C Keisha Cakes 2023 Tax Return 2.pdf 13.26MB Schedule C Keisha Cakes 2023 Tax Retum.pdf 13.84MB Fictitious Name Sunbiz Ficticious Name.pdf 232.5KB Registration By signing below, I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* Application Date* 10/15/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/6482bed1-9b62-4ec9-b7e4-215ce3d81e6c?hideHeader=true 5/5 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this 10 day of December „ 20_ by and between the CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City"," and Intention Enterprises LLC hereinafter referred to as "Grantee" (each a "Party" and collectively the"Parties"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,it is the policy of the City to stimulate and encourage economic growth within the City's municipal boundaries; and WHEREAS, The City's Small Business Support Grant Program ("Grant Program") provides City funding to support new and existing small businesses to establish or expand their operations within the City, which is beneficial to the local economy; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach has determined that the use of public funds toward the achievement of such economic development goals constitutes a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to ensure Grantee's performance in accordance with the Grant Program requirements and to support the related expenditure of public funds and secure the public's interest; and WHEREAS,the City has determined that it is in the public's best interest,and that it serves a municipal and public purpose, to award a grant to the Grantee pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants hereinafter contained, the Parties hereby agree as follows: I. GRANT AMOUNT City hereby grants to Grantee the sum of $5,000 (the "Grant Funds"). All funding is subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. II. GRANTEE'S OBLIGATIONS A. Use of Grant Funds. Grantee may utilize the Grant Funds for the following business activities: Business Equipment and Software/Eligible Technology Purchases (the "Authorized Use"). Failure to expend the Grant Funds in accordance with the Grant Program guidelines and this Agreement shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 1 B. Accuracy of Representations. Grantee represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in connection with Grantee's application, or other supporting documents submitted to City in connection with this Grant were true and correct when made and are true and correct as of the date Grantee executes this Agreement, unless otherwise expressly disclosed in writing by Grantee. C. Liability for Performance. Grantee agrees that it is solely liable to the City for performance under this Agreement, and that, in the event of default as solely determined by the City, Grantee will, as more specifically set forth herein, refund to the City any monies paid pursuant to this Agreement. D. Adequate Staffing. Grantee hereby certifies that it has or will retain adequate staff to oversee execution of its performance obligations under this Agreement, and that execution of each of these performance obligations is consistent with Grantee's mission. E. Compliance with Laws. Grantee and its staff shall possess all licenses and permits required to conduct its business, including federal, state, city, and county licenses and permits. Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to Grantee's Authorized Use and use of the Grant Funds. III. PAYMENT PROCEDURES,CONDITIONS A. Documentation of Expenses. Grant Funds will be paid by the City to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis. Grantee shall provide copies of detailed invoices and receipts or proof of payment by Grantee for all authorized expenses. B. Submittal Deadline. Grantee shall submit a complete request for reimbursement to the City no later than September 1, 2025. Failure to submit by the reimbursement submittal deadline may result in termination of this Agreement, revocation of the Grant award, and Grantee being responsible for the full cost of the Authorized Use. C. If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement,the City may withhold,temporarily, or permanently, all, or any, unpaid portion of the Grant Funds upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. D. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement. The Grantee shall also be liable to reimburse the City for any lost or stolen funds. E. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of the Grant Funds shall be retained by the Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 2 City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds. The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City's determination. F. Grant Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier's check for the total amount due payable to the City of Boynton Beach within thirty (30) days after the City's demand. G. All corporate or partnership officers and members of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding Grant Funds to the City in the event of a default. H. The above provisions do not waive any rights of the City or preclude the City from pursuing any other remedy, which may be available to it under law. Nothing contained herein shall act as a limitation of the City's right to be repaid in the event the Grantee fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement. IV. DEFAULT/TERMINATION A. In the event that a Party fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement,other than payment of funds,then the non-defaulting Party shall provide to the defaulting Party notice of the default and the defaulting Party shall have ten (10) days within which to initiate action to correct the default and thirty(30)days within which to cure the default to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party. B. In the event that the defaulting Party fails to cure the default, the non-defaulting Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement. The effective date of the termination shall be the date of the notice of termination. V. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY,REPORTS,AND AUDITS The City may have a financial system analysis and an internal fiscal control evaluation of the Grantee performed by City staff or an independent auditing firm employed by the City at any time the City deems necessary to determine the capability of the Grantee to fiscally manage the grant award. Upon completion of all tasks contemplated under this Agreement, copies of all documents and records relating to this Agreement shall be submitted to the City, if requested. VI. PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence with regard to performance as set forth in this Agreement and failure by Grantee to complete performance within the times specified,or within a reasonable time if no time is specified herein, shall, at the option of the City without liability, in addition to any of the City's rights or remedies,relieve the City of any obligation under this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 3 VII. INDEMNIFICATION The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, employees,and elected officers (collectively, "Indemnified Party")free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages of any kind, including attorney's fees, court costs, and expenses, including through the conclusion of any appellate proceedings, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City, raised or asserted by any person or entity not a party to this Agreement, and caused or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any breach of this Agreement by Grantee, or any intentional, reckless, or negligent act or omission of Grantee, its offers, agents, employees, or agents, arising from, relating to, or in connection with this Agreement (collectively, a "Claim"). If any Claim is brought against an Indemnified Party, Grantee shall, upon written notice form City, defend each Indemnified Party with counsel satisfactory to City or, at City's option, pay for an attorney selected by the City to defend the Indemnified Party. If considered necessary by City and the City Attorney, any sums due Grantee under this Agreement may be retained by City until all Claims subject to this indemnification obligation have been settled or otherwise resolved. Any amount withheld shall not be subject to payment of interest by City. The Grantee recognizes the broad nature of this indemnification and hold harmless clause, and voluntarily makes this covenant and expressly acknowledges the receipt of good and valuable consideration provided by the City in support of this obligation in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Grantee's aforesaid indemnification and hold harmless obligations, or portions or applications thereof, shall apply to the fullest extent permitted by law but in no event shall they apply to liability caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its respective agents, employees, or officers. Except to the extent sovereign immunity may be deemed waived by entering into this Agreement, nothing herein is intended to serve as a waiver of sovereign immunity by City nor shall anything included herein be construed as consent by City to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this Agreement. This paragraph shall survive the expiration or termination of the Agreement. VIII. AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS This Agreement is expressly conditioned upon the availability of funds lawfully appropriated and available for the purposes set out herein as determined in the sole discretion of the City. If funding for this Agreement is in multiple fiscal years, funds must be appropriated each year prior to costs being incurred. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the making of contracts with a term of more than one year, but any contract so made shall be executory only for the value of the services to be rendered or paid for in succeeding fiscal years. In the event funds to finance this Agreement become unavailable, the City may terminate this Agreement upon no less than twenty-four(24)hours' notice to Grantee. The City shall be the sole and final authority as to the availability of funds. IX. REMEDIES Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 4 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal action necessary to enforce the Agreement will be held exclusively in Palm Beach County. No remedy herein conferred upon any Party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof. X. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE The Grantee warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation. XI. FEES, COSTS If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys'fees, court costs and all expenses (including taxes) even if not taxable as court costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to appeals), incurred in that action or proceeding,in addition to any other relief to which such party or parties may be entitled, provided, however, that this clause pertains only to the Parties to this Agreement. XII. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such terms or provision,to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by law. XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT The Parties agree that this Agreement sets forth the entire Agreement between the Parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Agreement may be added to, modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties hereto. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 5 XIV.NOTICE All notice required in this Agreement shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and if sent to the City shall be mailed to: Gigi Chazu,Economic Development Director City of Boynton Beach P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach,FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6014 Facsimile(561)742-6011 with a copy to: Shawna Lamb, City Attorney P.O. Box 310 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Telephone No.(561)742-6051 Facsimile(561)742-6011 and if sent to the Grantee shall be mailed to(current official address): 144 Nottingham place,Boynton Beach,FL 33426 XV.MISCELLANEOUS TERMS A. Independent Contractor. Grantee is an independent contractor of City, and nothing in this Agreement shall constitute or create a partnership,joint venture,or any other relationship between the Parties. In performing the Authorized Uses, neither Grantee nor its agents shall act as officers,employees, or agents of City. Grantee shall not have the right to bind City to any obligation not expressly undertaken by City under this Agreement. B. Regulatory Capacity. Notwithstanding the fact that City is a municipal corporation with certain regulatory authority,City's performance under this Agreement is as a Party to this Agreement and not in its regulatory capacity. If City exercises its regulatory authority,the exercise of such authority and the enforcement of applicable law shall have occurred pursuant to City's regulatory authority as a governmental body separate and apart from this Agreement, and shall not be attributable in any manner to City as a Party to this Agreement. C. Third-Party Beneficiaries. Neither Party intends to primarily or directly benefit a third party by this Agreement. Therefore,the Parties acknowledge that there are no third-party beneficiaries to this Agreement and that no third party shall be entitled to assert a right or claim against either of them based upon this Agreement. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 6 D. Assignment. neither this Agreement nor any right or interest in it may be assigned, transferred, subcontracted,or encumbered by Grantee without the prior written consent of City. Any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract in violation of this section shall be void and ineffective, constitute a breach of this Agreement, and permit City to immediately terminate this Agreement, in addition to any other remedies available to City at law or in equity. City reserves the right to condition its approval of any assignment, transfer, encumbrance, or subcontract upon further due diligence. E. Entities of Foreign Concern. Grantee represents and certifies (i) Grantee is not owned by the government of a foreign country of concern; (ii) the government of a foreign country of concern does not have a controlling interest in Grantee; and (iii) Grantee is not organized under the laws of, and does not have its principal place of business in, a foreign country of concern. On or before the date Grantee requests payment of the Grant Funds, Grantee shall submit to City an executed affidavit, under penalty of perjury and in a form approved by City, attesting that Grantee does not meet any of the criteria in section 288.0071(1)(d), Florida Statutes. Terms use in this section that are not otherwise defined in this Agreement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in section 288.0071, Florida Statutes. F. Joint Preparation. This Agreement has been jointly prepared by the Parties, and shall not be construed more strictly against either Party. G. Interpretation. The titles and headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. All personal pronouns used in this Agreement shall include any other gender, and the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa, unless the context otherwise requires. Terms such as "herein" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any particular sentence,paragraph, or section where they appear, unless the context otherwise requires. Whenever reference is made to a section or article of this Agreement, such reference is to the section or article as a whole, including all subsections thereof, unless the reference is made to a particular subsection or subparagraph of such section or article. Any reference to "days" means calendar days, unless otherwise expressly stated. Any reference to approval by City shall require approval in writing,unless otherwise expressly stated. H. Priority of Provisions. If there is a conflict or inconsistency between any term, statement, requirement, or provision of any document or exhibit attached to, referenced by, or incorporated in this Agreement and any provision within an article or section of this Agreement, the article or section shall prevail and be given effect. I. Amendments. Unless expressly authorized herein, no modification, amendment, or alteration of any portion of this Agreement is effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same or similar formality as this Agreement and by duly authorized representatives of City and Grantee. Small Business Support Grant Agreement Rev.Dec.2023 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH GRANTEE Intention Enterprises,LLC By: -',� _ r ?.S-- By:C, J25`--CZ— �? - Print: �,,, P. , • .y--5 o--._ / Print: Christine D. 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Dec.2023 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Small Business Support Grant ----CITY oE___ BOYNTON BEACH Program Overview --------------CITY OFA-- BOYNTON BEACH City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant Program Overview The City of Boynton Beach Small Business Support Grant provides grant funding to help establish new businesses and support the expansion of existing businesses in Boynton Beach.The grant is designed to address the concerns of many small businesses that are unable to obtain capital to finance their business or expansion.The Economic Development Division's mission is to establish a healthy and vibrant local economy by supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners.The Small Business Support Grant will support new businesses during their important first year of operations and help scale operations for existing businesses in Boynton Beach.Total grant funding available per applicant is$10,000.Applicants may use grant funding for multiple eligible uses. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/d531 abe9-0e60-48a7-8866-f65883af2f37?hideHeader=true 1/6 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Eligibility Requirements Eligibility Requirements o Business must be located in the City of Boynton Beach city limits o Business must have between 1 and 25 employees with an annual gross revenue of$5,000,000 or less o Applicant must be a for-profit privately held business.Non-profit organizations are NOT eligible for grant funding. o Must be properly licensed by all necessary levels of government and professional associations or agencies,including the City of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt(BTR). o Must be located outside of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency(BBCRA)district. Non eligible business The following businesses are considered ineligible for assistance: o Firearm Sales/Shooting Ranges o Medical Research Centers/Housing o Massage/Personal Services o Religion Affiliated Retail Stores o Non-profit Organizations o Adult Gambling Arcades o Check Cashing Stores o Alcohol and/or Drug Rehabilitation Centers/Housing o Vapor/E-Cigarette Stores o Adult Entertainment o Political offices,campaign headquarters,or other businesses focused on politics or political operations o CBD Retail Stores Eligible Uses o Rent Reimbursement-must have a 2 year minimum lease o Business Equipment o Inventory o Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease o Software/Eligible Technology Purchases The City of Boynton Beach reserves the right to approve or deny any eligible use,in its sole and absolute discretion,if it determines the applicant's selected eligible use does not advance the goals and objectives of the City's Economic Development Division. https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/d531 abe9-0e60-48a7-8866-f65883af2f37?hideHeader=true 2/6 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Additional Information Required Documents(for all applicants) o Valid ID:Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card o Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt o Sunbiz Registration:Must show active status. o Signed W9 of your Business o 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Additional Documents if Applicable o Fictitious Name Registration o Copy of commercial lease agreement-must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease Review and Approval Process Once eligibility is verified and all required documentation has been submitted,City staff will review the application. Once verified and staff approved,the application will be placed on the next City Commission Meeting Agenda for final review and City Commission approval. The City Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.The schedule for City Commission Meetings can be found on the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org.The applicant will be notified of the date and time their application will be presented to the City Commission for approval. It is recommended that the applicant attend the City Commission Meeting in order to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding their application.City staff will notify the applicant of the City Commission's decision. Reimbursement Process This program is designed as a reimbursement grant.That is,all costs must be paid for by the applicant prior to the City issuing grant funds.Grant funds will be reimbursed exclusively for approved eligible uses.If the applicant is unable to pay for the eligible use up front,grant funding arrangements may be made to accommodate the need of the business.The following documents are required to submit for reimbursement.Must be submitted before August 15, 2025.Additional documents may be required depending on the eligible use(s)you are applying for: o Invoices,receipts or other acceptable evidence of payment to vendors or consultants that have been marked"paid in full" o Cancelled check(s)showing the front and back of the cancelled check for work or purchases as part of your reimbursement request. o Other evidence of payment for work or purchases as part of the reimbursement request. Applying for Rent Reimbursement o Receipt for commercial rent(can be multiple months) 'No cash payments will be accepted as evidence in support of a request for reimbursement. SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF FUNDING Jt is the responsibility of the applicant to READ AND UNDERSTAND all aspects of the Grant Progpplication and Guidelines https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/d531 abe9-0e60-48x7-8866-f65883af2f37?hideHeader=true 3/6 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Application GRANT APPLICATION BUSINESS INFORMATION Boynton Beach Intention EnterprisesLLC Business Name* Business Legal Name(if different than above) Boynton Beach Street Address Business Address* 144 Nottingham place Address Line 2 City State/Province/Region Boynton Beach F Postal/Zip Code Country 33426 USA Business Christine D.Roberts Owner/Principal Name* Grant Application Founder Contact Person/Title* Phone Number* 954-415-9540 Email* christine@intentionenterprises.com Website www.intentionenterprises.corn Number of 1 Employees* Type of Business* Bookkeeping consulting PROJECT DESCRIPTION Eligible Uses* Rent Reimbursement Business Equipment Inventory Interior/Exterior Commercial Property Renovations—must have at least two(2)years remaining on current lease and commercial owner approval Software/Eligible Technology Purchases https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/d531 abe9-0e60-48a7-8866-f65883af2f37?hideHeader=true 4/6 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation Need and Impact Please provide a detailed description of the need and impact of requested grant funds Description* 1.Increased Efficiency:Upgrading or investing in CRM and other technologies will automate tasks,allowing me to handle more clients and manage their finances more effectively with less manual effort. 2.Improved Accuracy:New software and tools such as the Taxslayer can expand my service offerings and reduce errors.Having a VPN can enhance my customer service and allow me to help clients at their desktops. This could enhance my reputation for reliability and precision. 3.Scalability:Investing in technology can streamline workflows,enabling me to scale your business more easily without needing to immediately hire more staff,helping me serve more clients. 4.Enhanced Security:Modern software often comes with advanced security features. Protecting sensitive financial data can build client trust and help me meet industry standards or regulations for handling confidential information. 5.Better Client Service:With the right tools,I could offer more advanced reporting,real- time financial updates,and other services that enhance my clients'experience and keep them loyal to my business. 6.Competitive Advantage:With upgraded technology of a computer,printer,phone and classroom board I can differentiate myself from competitors who may not have invested in modern tools,making your business more attractive to potential clients. 7.Time Savings:With more efficient systems in place,I will I free up time to focus on growth,client relationships,and developing additional services,helping me meet my mission of reclaiming precious time for clients and myself. Cannon p170 Calculator$65.00 Sceptre 27"computer Monitor$114.93 Business Phone$1,190.00 Hp OfficeJet Pro 9135e Allin one printer $289.99 Printer Ink$179.00 ThinkPad E16 Gen2 with sofware and External Storage$2,068.46 Adobe software$249.00 cyber security software and support$960.00 LG classroom board$999.00 Presentation Clicker$15.89 Taxslayer efile software$1,695.00 TeamViewer VPN remote access software $600.00 17Hats Customer Relation Management software and set up$1,415.00 $9,841.27 Total Cost of $9,841.27 Project* https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/d531 abe9-0e60-48a7-8866-f65883af2f37?hideHeader=true 5/6 10/16/24,9:04 AM Application Evaluation REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Valid ID* Scanned copy of the front of the business owner's driver's license or state identification card DI pd` 91.03KB W-9 Form* Upload a signed copy of the business W-9 Form. W9 2024.pdf 96.41 KB Business Tax Upload a copy of Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt Reciept* BTR pdf 97.4KB Sunbiz Registration Upload Sunbiz Registralon Page(Must have active status) Page* sunbiz.pdf 161.05KB Tax Return* 2023 Individual(include Schedule C)or Corporate Tax Return Intention Enterprises LLC 2023-signed return.pdf 685.41 KB Fictitious Name Registration By signing below, I acknowledge that the contents of the document are true and correct. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all aspects of the grant program application and guidelines. Signature* CJFtfurAwe . Application Date* 10/15/2024 Please check that all your documents are attached.Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Comments Complete Ineligible Missing Documents https://Ifweb.bbfl.us/Forms/form/approval/d531 abe9-0e60-48a7-8866-f65883af2f37?hideHeader=true 6/6