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R26-112 RESOLUTION NO. R26-112 1 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON 2 BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING THE CITY'S APPLICATION FOR THE 3 FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF STATE, DIVISION 4 OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES' LIBRARY SERVICES AND 5 TECHNOLOGY ACT GRANT PROGRAM FOR THE CONNECTING 6 COMMUNITY TO COLLECTIONS PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF 7 $29,080, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO ACCEPT THE GRANT, AND 8 EXECUTE ALL FUTURE DOCUMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE GRANT, 9 SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY THE CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE; AND FOR ALL 10 OTHER PURPOSES. 11 12 WHEREAS, the City of Boynton Beach has been awarded the Library Services and 13 Technology Act (LSTA) Grant for the Connecting Community to Collections project. The LSTA is a 14 competitive major federal grant program for libraries. The LSTA is administered by the Florida is Department of State, Division of Library and Information Services and will provide $29,080 in grant 16 funds, with a required local match of $9,874 through in-kind services. The project will upgrade 17 public access technology and expand digital access to the Boynton Beach Local History Archives 18 collection and the genealogy database FamilySearch, in celebration of America250. The grant 19 period runs through September 30, 2026; and 20 WHEREAS, the City Commission, upon the recommendation of staff, has deemed it in the 21 best interests of the City's citizens and residents to ratify the City's application for the Fiscal Year 22 2025-2026 Florida Department of State, Division of Library and Information Services' Library 23 Services and Technology Act Grant Program for the Connecting Community to Collections project 24 in the amount of$29,080, authorize the City to accept the grant, and execute all future documents 25 associated with the grant, subject to review by the City Attorney's office. 26 27 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON 28 BEACH, FLORIDA, THAT: 29 SECTION 1. The foregoing "Whereas" clauses are hereby ratified and confirmed as 30 being true and correct and are hereby made a specific part of this Resolution upon adoption. 31 SECTION 2. The City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, does hereby 32 ratify the City's application for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Florida Department of State, Division of 33 Library and Information Services' Library Services and Technology Act Grant Program for the RESOLUTION NO. R26-112 34 Connecting Community to Collections project in the amount of$29,080, and authorize the City to 35 accept the grant. 36 SECTION 3. The City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, does hereby 37 ratify approval of the Library Services and Technology Act Grant Agreement between the State of 38 Florida, Division of Library and Information Services, and the City for a grant award amount of 39 $29,080 (the "Agreement"), in form and substance similar to that attached as Exhibit A. 40 SECTION 4. The City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida, does hereby 41 ratify the Mayor's execution of the Grant Agreement. The Mayor is further authorized to execute 42 any other documents associated with applying for and accepting the Grant that do not otherwise 43 increase the financial obligations of the City, subject to the review of the City Attorney's Office. 44 SECTION 5. Mirna Crompton shall be responsible for ensuring that one fully executed 45 Agreement is returned to the City and provided to the Office of the City Attorney for forwarding 46 to the City Clerk for retention as a public record. 47 SECTION 6. This Resolution shall take effect in accordance with the law. 48 [SIGNATURES ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE] 49 RESOLUTION NO. R26-112 h 50 PASSED AND ADOPTED this lA day of ,�L_A-_.\ u 2026. / 51 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA 52 YES NO 53 Mayor- Rebecca Shelton ./ 54 55 Vice-Mayor-Thomas Turkin '/ 56 57 Commissioner-Angela Cruz ✓ 58 59 Commissioner- Mack McCray 60 61 Commissioner-Aimee Kelley ✓ 62 6 0 63 VOTE L/ 64 ATTEST: 65 / . it/ 66 /.i///Lo,L., �� 67 Tammy Stan one, CMC itebecca Shelton 68 Interim City Clerk Mayor 69 =.0 BO y4,,_‘‘, 70 ;� •.•••""'• .TO 11% APPROVED AS TO FORM: �• <,`•. CORPpR..�2 1 71 (Corporate Seal) f �' 0 b9TH:W 72 i :'Nen-(34 L 73 �1 t ,19 7-?Pop 2 Aaeam Q/yl� 20 •° % Shawna G. Lamb 75 " IDA r- City Attorney PROJECT NUMBER 25-LSTA-B-01 LIBRARY SERVICES AND TECHNOLOGY ACT GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF FLORIDA,DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND City of Boynton Beach for and on behalf of Boynton Beach City Library This Agreement is by and between the State of Florida,Department of State,Division of Library and Information Services,hereinafter referred to as the"Division,"and the City of Boynton Beach for and on behalf of Boynton Beach City Library hereinafter referred to as the"Subgrantee." The Subgrantee has met all eligibility requirements and has been awarded a Library Services and Technology Act Grant(CFI)A 45.310)by the Division:project 25-LSTA-B-01 for the project "Connecting Community to Collections"in the amount of$29,080.Federal funds are provided through the Library Services and Technology Act under Florida's long-range plan approved by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. State of Florida authority for this grant has been appropriated in the FY 2025-26 General Appropriations Act on line 2938.The Division,as administrator of federal funds in accordance with Section 257.12,Florida Statutes, has the authority to administer this grant. By reference,the application and any approved revisions are hereby made a part of this Agreement. In consideration of the mutual covenants and promises contained herein,the parties agree as follows: 1. Grant Purpose.This grant shall be used exclusively for the"Connecting Community to Collections,"the public purpose for which these funds were awarded: a) The Subgrantee shall perform the following Scope of Work: The Boynton Beach City Library will expand digital access to local history and genealogy resources in celebration of America250.The project will upgrade public access technology and connect the community to the library's Local History Archives collection and genealogy database. Project activities will include the acquisition and installation of new desktop computers,with bookmarked access to Local History Archives and digital library databases for easy patron navigation,as well as introductory program sessions on local history and in support of independent family research. All tasks associated with this project shall be performed by September 30,2026. b) The Subgrantee agrees to provide the following Deliverables related to the Scope of Work for payments to be awarded. LSTA Grant Agreement(Form DLuS/LSTA01),Effective 09-2025 Page 1 of 20 Chapter 1B-2.011(2Xd),Florida Administrative Code # Payment Payment Type Deliverable Description Documentation Amount 1 Fixed Boynton Beach City Library ( To document evidence of $23,264 Price will have: completion of the deliverables, 1. Met with Division staff to Boynton Beach City Library create an outcome-based will provide: evaluation plan that is specific 1. Acknowledgement of the to the activities funded in this project's LSTA Evaluation project. Plan in the DOS Grants system 2. Completed a purchase order { and a drafted plan to address for new computers and the Evaluation Plan's recording equipment. requirements. 3.Produced publicity for the 2.Purchase order for program and its services.All computers and recording publicity must include required equipment. acknowledgment language. 3. Samples of publicity materials/communications for the project with required acknowledgement(s). 2 Fixed Boynton Beach City Library To document evidence of $5,816 Price will have: completion of the deliverables, 1. Completed at least one Boynton Beach City Library programming session on the will provide: local history archives or to 1.The programming session's support independent family title,date, length,and research. attendance numbers. 2. Scheduled an oral history 2. The date of the interview interview with a member of the (either upcoming or already community. completed);any relevant agreements signed by the interviewee;a brief description of the individual's significance to the community;a brief description of interview topics; a list of the equipment to be used for the interview's recording,transcription,and publishing;and a drafted tagline indicating required funding acknowledgment and any other required statements related to IMLS or DLIS. c) The Subgrantee has provided an Estimated Project Budget(which is incorporated as part of this Agreement and titled Attachment A). All expenditures for this agreement shall be in accordance with this budget. LSTA Grant Agreement(Form DLIS/LSTAOI),Effective 09-2025 Page 2 of 20 Chapter ln-2.011(2Xd),Florida Administrative Code 2. Length of Agreement.This Agreement shall begin on Agreement Executed Date and shall end on September 30,2026 unless terminated in accordance with the provisions of Section 42 of this Agreement. 3. Expenditure of Grant and Matching Funds.The Subgrantee shall only obligate or expend grant or matching funds during the length of the agreement.No costs incurred after the ending date of the Agreement or other termination of the Agreement shall be allowed. 4. Contract Administration.The parties are legally bound by the requirements of this agreement.Each party's contract manager,named below,will be responsible for monitoring its performance under this Agreement and will be the official contact for each party.Any notice(s)or other communications regarding this agreement shall be directed to or delivered to the other party's contract manager by utilizing the information below.Any change in the contact information below should be submitted in writing to the contract manager within 10 days of the change. For the Division of Library and Information Services: Georgia Mitchell,LSTA Coordinator Florida Department of State R.A.Gray Building Mail Station#9D 500 South Bronough Street Tallahassee,Florida 32399-0250 Phone:850.245.6625 Facsimile:850.245.6643 Email:Georgia.Mitchell@dos.fl.gov For the Subgrantee: Tiffany Pagan,Director Boynton Beach City Library 100 East Ocean Avenue Boynton Beach,Florida 33435 Phone:561.742.6384 Email:PaganT®bbfl.us 5. Grant Payments.All grant payments are requested by submitting a Payment Request. Payment Requests and supporting documentation must be submitted on the DOS Grants System at dosurants.com. The total grant award shall not exceed$29,080 which shall be paid by the Division in consideration for the Subgrantee's minimum performance as set forth by the terms and conditions of this Agreement.The grant payment schedule is outlined below: a. All payments will be made in the amounts identified with the Deliverables in Section 1 of this Agreement. b. All payments will be made in accordance with the completion of those Deliverables. 'STA Grant Agreement(Fenn DLISI STA01),Effective 09-2025 Page 3 of 20 Chapter 1B-2.011(2)(d).Florida Administrative Code 6. Electronic Payments.The Subgrantee can choose to use electronic funds transfer(EFT)to receive grant payments.All Subgrantees wishing to receive their award through EFT must submit a Vendor Direct Deposit Authorization form(form number DFS-AI-26E rev 3/2022), incorporated by reference,to the Florida Department of Financial Services. If EFT has already been set up for your organization,you do not need to submit another authorization form unless you have changed bank accounts. To download this form,visit hitns://www,mvfloridacfo.coin/division/aalvendors. The form also includes tools and information that allow you to check on payments. 7. Florida Substitute Form W-9.A completed Substitute Form W-9 is required from any entity that receives a payment from the State of Florida that may be subject to 1099 reporting.The Department of Financial Services(DFS)must have the correct Taxpayer Identification Number(TIN)and other related information in order to report accurate tax information to the Internal Revenue Service(IRS).To register or access a Florida Substitute Form W-9 visit flvendor.mvfloridacfo.com.A copy of the Subgrantee's Florida Substitute Form W-9 must be submitted with the executed Agreement. 8. Changes to Project.Should the Subgrantee wish to make changes to the outcomes,Scope of Work,equipment to be purchased,key personnel,expenditures or deliverables,the Subgrantee must request permission to revise the project. This is done by submitting a Change Request.Changes within a budget category that are more than ten percent(10%)of the award or that move funds from one budget category to another require submission of a Change Request. Approval must be obtained from the Division before the changes are implemented in the project. Approval will be granted for changes that are consistent with the intent of the approved application or prior Change Requests.Changes to the project must be requested using the Change Request in the DOS Grants System at doserants.com. 9. Amendment to Contract. Either party may request modification of the provisions of this Agreement by filing a Change Request with the Division. The Change Request must be submitted using the DOS Grants System at lioserants.com. Changes that are agreed upon shall be valid only when amended in writing,signed by each of the parties and attached to the original of this Agreement.If changes are implemented without the Division's written approval,the organization is subject to noncompliance,the grant award is subject to partial or complete refund to the State of Florida and this agreement is subject to termination. 10.Financial Consequences.The Department shall apply the following financial consequences for failure to perform the minimum level of services required by this Agreement in accordance with Sections 215.971 and 287.058,Florida Statutes: a. Payments will be withheld if the Deliverables identified in Section 1 of this Agreement are not satisfactorily completed. 11. Grant Reporting Requirements.At the completion of the project,the Subgrantee must submit a Final Report on or by November 1,2026. The Final Report must be submitted using the DOS Grants System at doserants.com. LSTA Grant Agreement(Farm DLISI STAOI).Effective 09-2073 Page 4 of 20 Chapter I13.2.011(2)(d),Florida Administrative Code 12.Matching Funds.If a project is awarded less than$10,000($0-$9,999)in grant funds or is a statewide project administered by a local organization as part of a Division statewide program,no matching funds are required.All other projects must provide local matching funds that equal a minimum of one-third(1/3)of the amount of federal grant funds awarded. Upon request,the Division will waive the financial matching requirements on grants for libraries located in counties or communities with rural status in compliance with Sections 288.0656 and 288.06561,Florida Statutes. In addition,the following are not allowed as matching expenditures: • Other federal grant funds. • Volunteer time. 13.Grant Completion Deadline.The Grant Completion Deadline is September 30,2026. The Grant Completion Deadline is the date by which all grant and matching funds have been expended in accordance with the work described in the Scope of Work as detailed in the Estimated Project Budget. 14.Acknowledgement of Grant Funding.Both the Institute of Museum and Library Services(IMLS)and the Division require public acknowledgement of Library Services and Technology Act(LSTA)grant funding for activities and publications supported by grant funds. Any announcements,information,press releases,publications,brochures, videos,webpages,programs,etc., created as part of an LSTA project must include an acknowledgment that LSTA funds were used to create them. Use the following text: "This project was funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.Florida's LSTA program is administered by the Department of State's Division of Library and Information Services." Additionally,when the subgrantee issues statements,press releases,requests for proposals,bid solicitations and other documents describing the programs funded in whole or in part with federal money,all of the following must be clearly stated: 1. Percentage and dollar amount of the total costs of the program or project which will be financed with federal government money. 2. Percentage and dollar amount of the total costs of the project or program financed with state government money. 3. Percentage and dollar amount of the total costs of the project or program financed with local government money. 4. Percentage and dollar amount of the total costs of the program or project financed with other non-governmental money. 15. Project Expenditures.The Subgrantee agrees to expend all project(grant and matching) funds received under this agreement solely for the purposes for which they were authorized I.STA Grant Agrncmcnt(Form DUS/LSTA01).E$c.tivc 09-2075 Page 5 of 20 Cb.actter IB-2.011(2)(d),Florida Administrative Code and appropriated.Grant and matching expenditures shall be in compliance with the state and federal guidelines for allowable project costs. State guidelines for allowable costs are outlined in the Department of Financial Services'Reference Guide for State Expenditures (as of October 2022),incorporated by reference,which are available online at mvfloridacfo.com/docs-sf/accountirl_-and-auditing-libraries/stats-auencies/reference- euide-for-state-expenditures.ndf?sfvrsn=b4cc3337 2.Federal guidelines for allowable costs can be found at bttps://www.uovinfo.eov/contentIoksz/CFR-2023-title2- volllndf/CFR-2023-title2-voll-nart200-suboartE.ndfin 2 CFR Part 200,Subpart E— Cost Principles(as of January 2023), incorporated by reference. In addition,the following are not allowed as grant or matching expenditures: 1. Construction. Funds may not be used to build,remodel or expand library facilities. However,they may be used to retrofit a building to accommodate technologies(e.g., wiring). 2. Audits.If the Subgrantee's governing entity has received less than$1,000,000 in federal funds,LSTA funds may not be used to cover audit costs. 3. Food.Although food may be served at a program being paid for with grant or local match funds,the food may not be purchased with grant or matching funds. 4. Motor vehicles. Grant or local match funds may not be used for the purchase or continuous lease of motor vehicles. 5. Prohibition of expenditures to library associations,see Section 38 below. 16.Travel Expenses.The Subgrantee must pay any travel expenses,from grant or local matching funds,in accordance to the provisions of Section 112.061,Florida Statutes. 17.Equipment Purchased With Grant or Local Match Funding.Before the Subgrantee can purchase any equipment with a purchase price of more than$10,000(per item),the Division must request approval from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.The Subgrantee will be notified once the approval has been obtained. 18.Unobligated and Unearned Funds and Allowable Costs.In accordance with Section 215.971,Florida Statutes,the Subgrantee shall refund to the State of Florida any balance of unobligated funds which has been advanced or paid to the Subgrantee.In addition, funds paid in excess of the amount to which the Subgrantee is entitled under the terms and conditions of the agreement must be refunded to the state agency.Further,the Subgrantee may expend funds only for allowable costs resulting from obligations incurred during the specified agreement period.Expenditures of state and federal financial assistance must be in compliance with the laws,rules and regulations applicable to expenditures of funds.For state funds,guidelines for allowable costs are outlined in the Department of Financial Services'Reference Guide for State Expenditures(as of October 2022)mvfloridacfo.com/docs-sf/accountine-and-auditing-libraries.!state- atencies/reference-uuide-for-state-expenditures.ndfisfvrsn=b4cc3337 2 incorporated by reference.For federal funds,guidelines for allowable costs can be found in 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F—Cost Principles. TSTA Grant Agreement(Fora:DLISILSTA011.Effective 09-2025 Page 6 of 20 Chapter 1B-2.011(2xd),Florida Adminiatntive Code 19.Repayment. All refunds or repayments to be made to the Department under this agreement are to be made payable to the order of"Department of State"and mailed directly to the following address:Florida Department of State,Attention:Georgia Mitchell,Division of Library and Information Services, 500 South Bronough Street, Mail Station#9D,Tallahassee,Florida 32399, In accordance with Section 215.34(2), Florida Statutes,if a check or other draft is returned to the Department for collection, Subgrantee shall pay to the Department a service fee of$15.00 or five percent(5%)of the face amount of the returned check or draft,whichever is greater. 20.Single Audit Act.Each Subgrantee,other than a Subgrantee that is a state agency,shall submit to an audit pursuant to the federal Single Audit Act,2 Code of Federal Regulations Part 200,Subpart F—Audit Requirements(httns://www.eovinfo.aov/content/nka/CFR-2023- title2-volt/odf/CFR-2023-title2-volt- rt200-subpartF.udf(as of January 2024)), incorporated by reference. See Attachment B for additional information regarding this requirement. If a Subgrantee is not required by law to conduct an audit in accordance with the Florida Single Audit Act because it did not expend at least$1,000,000 in state financial assistance,it must submit a Financial Report on its operations pursuant to Section 218.39, Florida Statutes, within nine months of the close of its fiscal year.The audit must be submitted using the DOS Grants System at dosarants_corn. 21.Retention of Grant Records.Financial records,supporting documents,statistical records and all other records, including electronic storage media pertinent to the Project,shall be retained through June 30,2034.If any litigation or audit is initiated or claim made,the records shall be retained until June 30,2034,or five fiscal years after the litigation,audit or claim has been completed and all issues arising from it have been resolved,whichever is later. 22. Obligation to Provide State Access to Grant Records.The Subgrantee must make all grant records of expenditures, copies of reports,books,and related documentation available to the Division or a duly authorized representative of the State of Florida for inspection at reasonable times for the purpose of making audits,examinations,excerpts and transcripts. 23. Obligation to Provide Public Access to Grant Records.The Division reserves the right to unilaterally cancel this Agreement in the event that the Subgrantee refuses public access to all documents or other materials made or received by the Subgrantee that are subject to the provisions of Chapter 119,Florida Statutes,known as the Florida Public Records Act. The Subgrantee must immediately contact the Division's Contract Manager for assistance if it receives a public records request related to this Agreement. 24.Noncompliance.Any Subgrantee that is not following Florida statutes or rules,the terms of the grant agreement,Florida Department of State(DOS)policies and guidance,local policies or other applicable law,or that has not submitted required reports or satisfied other administrative requirements for other Division of Library and Information Services grants or grants from any other DOS Division will be in noncompliance status and subject to the DOS Grants Compliance Procedure.DOS Divisions include the Division of Arts and Culture, the Division of Elections,the Division of Historical Resources and the Division of Library and LSTA Glint Agreement(Fort DLIS'LSTAOi),Effective 09-2025 Page 7 of 20 Chnptcr 18-2.011(2)(d),Florida Adz istretih a Code Information Services.Grant compliance issues must be resolved before a grant award agreement may be executed and before grant payments for any DOS grant may be released. 25.Accounting Requirements.The Subgrantee must maintain an accounting system that provides a complete record of the use of all project(grant and matching)funds as follows: a) The accounting system must be able to specifically identify and provide audit trails that trace the receipt,maintenance and expenditure of project funds. b) Accounting records must adequately identify the sources and application of funds for all grant activities and must classify and identify grant funds by using the same budget categories that were approved in the grant application.If Subgrantee's accounting system accumulates data in a different format than the one in the grant application,subsidiary records must document and reconcile the amounts shown in the Subgrantee's accounting records to those amounts reported to the Division. c) An interest-bearing checking account or accounts in a state or federally chartered institution may be used for revenues and expenses described in the Scope of Work and detailed in the Estimated Project Budget. d) The name of the account(s)must include the grant award number. e) The Subgrantee's accounting records must have effective control over and accountability for all funds,property and other assets. f) Accounting records must be supported by source documentation and be in sufficient detail to allow for a proper pre-audit and post-audit(such as invoices,bills and canceled checks). 26.Availability of Grant Funds.The State of Florida's performance and obligation to pay grant funds under any Agreement are contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Florida Legislature and upon an annual appropriation of the U.S.Congress. In the event that the state or federal funds upon which this Agreement is dependent are withdrawn,this Agreement will be automatically terminated,and the Division shall have no further liability to the Subgrantee beyond those amounts already expended prior to the termination date. Such termination will not affect the responsibility of the Subgrantee under this Agreement as to those funds previously distributed.In the event of a state revenue shortfall,the total grant may be reduced accordingly. 27. Excluded or Disqualified.The Subgrantee certifies that to the best of the Subgrantee's knowledge and belief the Subgrantee and its principals: a) Are not presently excluded or disqualified(debarment,suspension and other responsibility matters). TSTA Grant Agrcrmcd(Form DLLS/LSTA01),Effective 09-2025 Page 8 of 20 Chapter 19-2.011(2xd).Florida Administrative Code b) Have not been convicted within the preceding three years of any of the offenses listed in 2 CFR 180.800(a)Ihaos://www.iovinfo.gov/content/ ke/CFR-2023-title2-voll/pdf/CrR- 2023-title2-vol l-Dart180-subnartH.odf (as of January 2023))incorporated by reference, or had a civil judgment rendered against them for one of those offenses within that time period. c) Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity(federal,state or local)with commission of any of the offenses listed in 2 CFR 180.800(a)(https://www.govi r o.aov/content/oka/CFR-2023-title2- voll/odf/CHt-2023-title2-voll-part180-subpartH.pdf(as of January 2023)),incorporated by reference. d) Have not had one or more public transactions(federal,state or local)terminated within the preceding three years for cause or default. e) Will comply with 2 CFR 180.300 Subpart C(Responsibilities of Participants Regarding Transactions Doing Business With Other Persons) h(b Ds://www.govinfo.aov/content/okg/CFR-2023-title2-voll/pdf/CFR-2023-title2- vol l-Dart 180-subnartC.ndf(as of January 2023)),incorporated by reference,and will require similar compliance with Subpart C by persons at the next lower tier with whom the primary tier participant enters into covered transactions. 28.Drug-Free Workplace.The Subgrantee will provide or continue to provide a drug-free workplace by complying with the requirements in 2 CFR 3186 Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace(Financial Assistance) (httns://www.itovinfo.nov/content/nkg/CFR-2023-title2- vol l/odffCFR-2023-title2-vol1-oart3186.ndf(as of January 2023)),incorporated by reference. This includes making a good faith effort,on a continuing basis,to maintain a drug-free workplace;publishing a drug-free workplace statement;establishing a drug-free awareness program for employees;taking actions concerning employees who are convicted of violating drug statutes in the workplace;and identifying(either with this application,upon award,or in documents kept on file in the Subgrantee's office)all known workplaces under the award. 29.Lobbying.The Subgrantee will not use any project(grant or matching)funds for lobbying the state legislature,the state judicial branch or any state agency.The Subgrantee will not use any project funds for lobbying an officer or employee of any federal agency,Member of Congress,officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with any of the following federal actions: a) The awarding of any federal contract. b) The making of any federal grant. c) The making of any federal loan. d) The entering into of any cooperative agreement. e) The extension,continuation,renewal,amendment or modification of any federal contract, grant,loan or cooperative agreement. LSTA Gran:Agreement(Fors DUS/LSTA01),Effective 09.2015 Page 9 of 20 CSapter 1B-:.01 l(2Xd),Florida Administrative Code 30.Delinquent in Repayment of Federal Debt.The Subgrantee certifies that,to the best of the Subgrantee's knowledge and belief,the Subgrantee is not delinquent in the repayment of any federal debt. 31.Nondiscrimination.As required by the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (eeoc.irov/laws/statutes/titlevii.cfm(as of January 2024))incorporated by reference,the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 hums://www.eovinfo.i ov/contentink /USCODE-2022- title29/ndf/USCODE-2022-title29-chaal6-other-sec701.adf(as of January 2023)), incorporated by reference,the Education Amendments of 1972 thnns://www.2ovinfo.aov/content/nkg/USCODE-2022-title20/net JSCO.DE-2022-title20- chan38-sec 1681_Ddf(as of January 2023)),incorporated by reference,and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975,as implemented by 45 CFR Part 1180.44 (https://www.govinfo.eov/content/ j g/USCODE-2021-title42/ndf/USCODE-2021-title42- chan76-sec6101.pdf(as of January 2023)),incorporated by reference,the Subgrantee certifies that the Subgrantee will comply with the following nondiscrimination statutes and their implementing regulations: a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,as amended(42 USC§2000d et seq.) (htms://www.uovinfo.eov/content/nkli/USCODE-2021-title42/odf/USCODE-2021- title42-chan2l-subchanV-sec2000d.odf(as of June 2021))incorporated by reference, which provides that no person in the United States shall,on the grounds of race,color,or national origin,be excluded from participation in,be denied the benefits of or otherwise be subject to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance; b) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,as amended(29 USC§701 et seq.) httns://www.eovinfo.nov/content/nku!LSCODE-2022-title29/ndf/USCODE-2022-title29- chanl6-other-sec701.Ddf(as of January 2023)),incorporated by reference,which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in federally-assisted programs; c) Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972,as amended(20 USC§§ 1681-83, 1685- 86),(httns://www.novinfo.Kov/content/akk/USCODE-2022-tit1e20/pdf/USCODE-2022- title20-chan38-sec1681.vdf(as of January 2023))incorporated by reference,which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance; and d) The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975,as amended(42 USC§ 6101 et seq.), thus://www.aovinfo.gQv_/content/nkiiUSCODE-202l-title42/ndf/USCODE-2021- title42-char76-sec6l01.Ddf(as of January 2023))incorporated by reference,which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age in federally-assisted programs. The Subgrantee shall insert a list of similar provisions in all subcontracts for services required by this agreement. 32. Trafficking in Persons.The Subgrantee certifies that to the best of the Subgrantee's knowledge and belief the Subgrantee is not engaging in, or using labor recruiters,brokers or TSTA Grant Agreement(Form DLIS/LSTA01),Effective 09-2025 Page 10 of 20 Chapter 1F1-2.011(2)(d),Florida Administrative Code other agents who engage in trafficking in persons,the procurement of a commercial sex act, the use of forced labor,or acts that directly support or advance trafficking in persons. Noncompliance with the above can result in termination of this grant agreement per 22 USC §7104(g),incorporated by reference httnsi/www.¢ovinfo.eov/content/nke/USCODE-2022- title22/odf/[JSCODE-2022-title22-chap78-sec7104.odf(as of January 2023). 33.Copyright and License.When publications,films or similar materials are developed, directly or indirectly,from a program,project or activity supported with grant funds, Subgrantee(and any of its subcontractors,if applicable)shall grant the Department of State an irrevocable,royalty-free,non-transferable,non-exclusive right and license to reproduce or otherwise use,to make derivative works from,and to display and distribute any copyrighted material developed under this Agreement for any state governmental purpose.The Subgrantee also grants the federal awarding agency a royalty-free, non-exclusive and irrevocable license to reproduce,publish or otherwise use,and to authorize others to use,for federal government purposes: a) The copyright in any work developed under a grant,subgrant or contract under a grant or subgrant. b) Any rights of copyright to which the grantee,subgrantee or a contractor purchases ownership with grant support. The Subgrantee shall include the foregoing paragraph in all of its subcontracts. 34.Independent Contractor Status of Subgrantee.The Subgrantee,if not a state agency, agrees that its officers,agents and employees,in performance of this Agreement,shall act in the capacity of independent contractors and not as officers,agents or employees of the state. The Subgrantee is not entitled to accrue any benefits of state employment,including retirement benefits and any other rights or privileges connected with employment by the State of Florida. 35.Subgrantee's Subcontractors.The Subgrantee shall be responsible for all work performed and all expenses incurred in connection with this Agreement. The Subgrantee may subcontract,as necessary, to perform the services and to provide commodities required by this Agreement.The Division shall not be liable to any subcontractor(s)for any expenses or liabilities incurred under the Subgrantee's subcontract(s),and the Subgrantee shall be solely liable to its subcontractor(s)for all expenses and liabilities incurred under its subcontract(s). The Subgrantee must take the necessary steps to ensure that each of its subcontractors will be deemed to be independent contractors and will not be considered or permitted to be agents, servants,joint venturers or partners of the Division. 36. Liability.The Division will not assume any liability for the acts,omissions to act or negligence of the Subgrantee,its agents,servants or employees;nor may the Subgrantee exclude liability for its own acts,omissions to act or negligence to the Division. LSTAGrant Agreement(FormDLISiLSfAOt),Effective09-2025 Page 11 of 20 Chapter IB-2.011(2Xd),Florida Administrative Code a) The Subgrantee shall be responsible for claims of any nature,including but not limited to injury,death and property damage arising out of activities related to this Agreement by the Subgrantee,its agents,servants,employees and subcontractors. The Subgrantee shall indemnify and hold the Division harmless from any and all claims of any nature and shall investigate all such claims at its own expense. If the Subgrantee is governed by Section 768.28,Florida Statutes, it shall only be obligated in accordance with this Section. b) Neither the state nor any agency or subdivision of the state waives any defense of sovereign immunity or increases the limits of its liability by entering into this Agreement. c) The Division shall not be liable for attorney fees, interest,late charges or service fees,or cost of collection related to this Agreement. d) The Subgrantee shall be responsible for all work performed and all expenses incurred in connection with the project.The Subgrantee may subcontract as necessary to perform the services set forth in this Agreement,including entering into subcontracts with vendors for services and commodities,provided that such subcontract has been approved in writing by the Department prior to its execution and provided that it is understood by the Subgrantee that the Department shall not be liable to the subcontractor for any expenses or liabilities incurred under the subcontract and that the Subgrantee shall be solely liable to the subcontractor for all expenses and liabilities incurred under the subcontract. 37.Strict Compliance with Laws.The Subgrantee shall perform all acts required by this Agreement in strict conformity with all applicable laws and regulations of the local,state and federal law. For consequences of noncompliance,see Section 24,Noncompliance. 38.Prohibition of Expenditures to a Library Association.Expenditure of project funds(grant funds and local match funds)must not be used for an activity related to a library association. This prohibition does not apply to expenditure of project funds related to a library cooperative that receives state moneys under Sections 257.40-257.42,Florida Statutes. The Subgrantee shall perform all acts required by this Agreement in strict conformity with all applicable local,state and federal laws and regulations.The Subgrantee shall during the term of this Agreement be in strict conformity with all applicable local,state and federal laws and regulations. 39.Training.The Subgrantee shall not use any project(grant or matching)funds for training in violation of federal or state laws. 40.Total Compensation Paid to Non-Profit PersonneL Per Section 216.1366,Florida Statutes,all non-profit organizations as defined in Section 215.97(2Xm),Florida Statutes, shall complete and return to the Division within 30 days of the execution of this grant agreement the"Total Compensation Paid to Non-Profit Personnel Using State Funds"report, incorporated by reference,which shall satisfy the requirement to provide documentation that indicates the amount of state funds: a) Allocated to be used during the full term of the agreement for remuneration to any member of the board of directors or an officer of the contractor. LSTA Gmat Agreement(Form DLIS/LSTA01),Effective 09-2025 Page 12 of 20 Chapter 1B-2.011(2Xd),Florida Administrative Code b) Allocated under each payment by the public agency to be used for remuneration of any member of the board of directors or an officer of the contractor. The documentation must indicate the amounts and recipients of the remuneration. Non-Profit organization grantees shall complete a Total Compensation Paid to Non-Profit report for each required filer for the invoice period covered by the Payment Request. The grantee shall post their reports on their website,and the public agency shall make the reports available to the public on the interne. Per Section 216.1366(3)(b)3,Florida Statutes,"state funds"are defined as funds paid from the General Revenue Fund or any state trust fund,funds allocated by the Federal Government and distributed by the state,or funds appropriated by the state for distribution through any grant program. 41. Breach of Agreement.The Division shall demand the return of grant funds already received, shall withhold subsequent payments and/or shall terminate this agreement if the Subgrantee improperly expends and manages grant funds; fails to prepare,preserve or surrender records required by this Agreement;or otherwise violates this Agreement. 42.Termination of Agreement.The Division will terminate or end this Agreement if the Subgrantee fails to fulfill its obligations herein. In such event,the Division will provide the Subgrantee a notice of its violation by letter and shall give the Subgrantee fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of receipt to cure its violation.If the violation is not cured within the stated period,the Division shall terminate this Agreement.The notice of violation letter shall be delivered to the Subgrantee's Contract Manager,personally, or mailed to his/her specified address by a method that provides proof of receipt.In the event that the Division terminates this Agreement, the Subgrantee shall be compensated for any work completed in accordance with this Agreement prior to the notification of termination if the Division deems this reasonable under the circumstances. Grant funds previously advanced and not expended on work completed in accordance with this Agreement shall be returned to the Division, with interest,within thirty(30)days after termination of this Agreement. The Division does not waive any of its rights to additional damages if grant funds are returned under this Section. 43. Preservation of Remedies.No delay or omission to exercise any right, power or remedy accruing to either party upon breach or violation by either party under this Agreement shall impair any such right,power or remedy of either party; nor shall such delay or omission be construed as a waiver of any such breach or default or any similar breach or default. 44. Non-Assignment of Agreement.The Subgrantee may not assign, sublicense or otherwise transfer its rights, duties or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the Division,which shall not unreasonably be withheld. The agreement transferee must demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the project. If the Division approves a transfer of the Subgrantee's obligations,the Subgrantee shall remain liable for all work performed and all expenses incurred in connection with this Agreement.In the event the LSIA Grant Agreement(Form DLIS/1STA°I),Effective 09-2025 Page 13 of 20 Chapter 1B-2.01 i(2Xd),Florida Admtistrative Code Legislature transfers the rights,duties and obligations of the Division to another governmental entity,pursuant to Section 20.06,Florida Statutes, or otherwise,the rights, duties and obligations under this Agreement shall be transferred to the succeeding governmental agency as if it was the original party to this Agreement. 45. Required Procurement Procedures for Obtaining Goods and Services. The Subgrantee shall provide maximum open competition when procuring goods and services related to the grant-assisted project in accordance with Section 287.057,Florida Statutes, a) Procurement of Goods and Services Not Exceeding$35,000.The Subgrantee must use the applicable procurement method described below: 1. Purchases Up to$2,500: Procurement of goods and services where individual purchases do not exceed$2,500 do not require competition and may be conducted at the Subgrantee's discretion. 2. Purchases or Contract Amounts Between$2,500 and$35,000: Goods and services costing between $2,500 and$35,000 require informal competition and may be procured by purchase order,acceptance of vendor proposals or other appropriate procurement document. b) Procurement of Goods and Services Exceeding$35,000. Goods and services costing over$35,000 must follow all formal procurement processes as outlined in Section 287.057,Florida Statutes. 46.Conflicts of Interest.The Subgrantee hereby certifies that it is cognizant of the prohibition of conflicts of interest described in Sections 112.311 through 112.326,Florida Statutes, and affirms that it will not enter into or maintain a business or other relationship with any employee of the Department of State that would violate those provisions. The Subgrantee further agrees to seek authorization from the General Counsel for the Department of State prior to entering into any business or other relationship with a Department of State Employee to avoid a potential violation of those statutes. 47.Binding of Successors. This Agreement shall bind the successors,assigns and legal representatives of the Subgrantee and of any legal entity that succeeds to the obligations of the Division of Library and Information Services. 48. Employment of Unauthorized Miens.The employment of unauthorized aliens by the Subgrantee is considered a violation of Section 274A(a)of the Immigration and Nationality Act(httus://www.uovinfo.uov/content/ukc./USCODE-2022-title8/pdf/USCODE-2022-title8- chanl2-subchanll-nartVIII-sec1324.ndf1(as of January 2023),incorporated by reference. If the Subgrantee knowingly employs unauthorized aliens, such violation shall be cause for unilateral cancellation of this Agreement. 49. Whistleblower Protections.An employee of a subrecipient must not be discharged, demoted,or otherwise discriminated against as a reprisal for disclosing to a person or body LSTA Grant Agreement(Form DLIS/[STAOI),Effective 09-2025 Page 14 of 20 Chapter 1B-2.011(2Xd),Florida Administrative Cede described in 41 U.S.C.4712(a)(2) information that the employee reasonably believes is evidence of gross mismanagement of a Federal contract or grant,a gross waste of Federal funds, an abuse of authority relating to a Federal contract or grant,a substantial and specific danger to public health or safety, or a violation of law,rule,or regulation related to a Federal contract(including the competition for or negotiation of a contract)or grant. The subrecipient must inform their employees in writing of employee whistleblower rights and protections under 41 U.S.C.4712. See statutory requirements for whistleblower protections at 10 U.S.C. 4701. 41 U.S.C.4712,41 U.S.C. 4304,10 U.S.C. 4310 and Florida Statute Section 112.3187. 50.Severability.If any term or provision of the Agreement is found to be illegal and unenforceable,the remainder will remain in full force and effect,and such term or provision shall be deemed stricken. 51. Americans with Disabilities Act. All programs and facilities related to this Agreement must meet the standards of Sections 553.501 through 553.513, Florida Statutes, and the Americans ;villa Disabilities Act of 1990 (ada.gov(as of January 2024)), incorporated by reference. 52.Governing Law. This Agreement shall be construed,performed and enforced in all respects in accordance with the laws and rules of Florida. Venue or location for any Iegal action arising under this Agreement will be in Leon County,Florida. 53.Entire Agreement.The entire Agreement of'the parties consists of the following documents: a) This Agreement. b) Estimated Project Budget(Attachment A). c) Florida Single Audit Act Requirements(Attachment B). In acknowledgment of Project Number 25-LSTA-B-01 provided for from funds appropriated in the FY 2025-26 General Appropriation Act in the amount of$29,080,the Subgrantee hereby certifies that they have read this entire Agreement and will comply with all of its requirements. Subgrantee: Department of State: By: t By:Cfr- —z---/ .•--- Authorized Official for the Subgrantee j v Rebecca Shelton,Mayor Amv L. Johnson. Director Typed name and title Date tF)I t,1202 Date • Grum t� l%tness — _ LtA4L_ Date '6116 1202-. Date L.S7AGrant Atrcrnunt(Form TLTS/LSTAOI),v.itlGvu 3S tNEY'SOFFICE Page 15 of 20 Chapter 11B-2.011(2)(d),Florida Adiniristratrve'C."kOved a to form and legality Project Number:25-LSTA-B-01 Connecting Community to Collections ATTACIIMENT A Estimated Project Budget from the Submitted Application I. Budget Page 9of11 Provide details on the proposed expenditures of all project funds(grant and matching).The budget explains and justifies the LSTA and matching funds required to implement the project It should be clearly related to project activities.Each section of the budget Is comprised of two required parts: the budget narrative and budget detail, For each amount listed In the budget detail,the narrative provides a detailed explanation and justification of proposed LSTA and matching expenditures,The budget narrative should show how the amounts in the budget detail were calculated,for both grant and matching funds(if applicable). In the narrative,Include calculations,unit costs or breakdown of costs. Local matching funds are local funds used for match excluding any federal grant funds.Matching funds must be at least one third of the total grant.Match does not need to be a line item or section match;It is an overall total amount or matching funds.If a project requests less than$10,000 ($0-$9,999)In grant funds,is a statewide project or the applicant organization qualifies for REDI/RAO no matching funds are required.Alt other projects must provide local matching funds that equal a minimum of one-third(113)of the amount of federal funds requested or awarded. The Division will use the Information provided in this application when developing the Scope of Work and Deliverables.The Scope of Work and Deliverables will be for use in the grant agreements of the approved projects. I.Salaries and Benefits Show combined salaries,wages,and fringe benefits paid to staff directly contributing to the project, or who will be used as match for the project on a separate lire.The narrative should indicate what the benefits percentage Is for the salaries.Fees and expenses for consultants should be blciuded under the Contractual Services section. 1.1.Salaries and Benefits Detail' # Position Title F.T.E Grant Funds Cash Match Total 1 Library IT Manager 1.00 SO $2,356 $2,356 2 Library Technology Specialist 1.00 $0 $2,055 $2,055 3 Library Technology Specialist 1.00 SO $2,001 $2,001 4 Archivist Librarian 1.00 $0 $1,522 $1,522 5 Public Technology Trainer 1.00 $0 $385 $386 Totals: $0 $9,874 $9,874 LSTA Gn at Agreement(Form MS/LS-MOO,Effective o9-2023 Page 16 -If 2{i Chapter 113-2.011(2)(d),Florida Admhrisbetive Code If Position Title F.T.E. Grant Funds Cash Match Total 6 Marketing&Outreach Manager 1.00 $0 $1,401 $1,401 7 Accounting Technician II 1.00 $0 $154 $154 Totals: $0 $9,874 $9,874 1.2.Salaries and Benefits Narrative For each position listed,provide position title(not names)and the full-time equivalency(FTE) based on the local workweek. Salaries&Benefits Title Total Rate HR+Benefits Hours Estimated to Total (HR) 35% work Library IT Manager $43.6350 $58.91 40 $2,356.29 Library Technology Specialist-M $30.4464 $41.10 50 $2,055.13 Library Technology $296387 $40.01 50 $2,000.81 Specialist-J Archivist Librarian $28.1848 $38.05 40 $1,621.98 Public Technology Trainer ;28.6197 $38.50 10 $385.02 Marketing&Outreach $415081 $56.04 25 $1,400.90 Manager Accounting Technician II $22.76 $30.73 6 $153.53 Grand Total $9,873.56 2.Contractual Services and Consultant Fees Include costs for specific services to be performed by an outside organization or individual under contract.Contractual Services includes the cost of goods or services provided through contract by a vendor.Examples include databases and other licensed electronic resources,such as Hoopla or Overdrive,leased titles,telephone and Internet fees,remodeling,wiring,etc.Consultant Fees include all expenses related to acquiring the services of a consultant for a specific activity within the project. Examples include hiring speakers,technical writers,marketers,doing risk management,feasibility studies,or an evaluation of the project.Costs may include fees,travel,accommodation,and support services obtained directly by the consultant.Travel fees for consultants should be paid at the same rates and with the same requirements as all state travel and should follow any restrictions in Section 112.061,Florida Statutes.*)Help 2.1.Contractual Services and Consultant Fees Detail* LSTA Grant Agreement(Form DLIS/LSfA01),Effective 09-2025 Page 17 of 20 Chapter 16-2.011(2)(d),Florida Administrative Code 2.2.Contractual Services and Consultant Fees Narrative 3.Library Materials,Supplies and Travel 3.1.Library Materials Describe type and numbers of materials to be purchased.Examples include print and electronic materials purchased for permanent addition to the library collection.Leased titles or licensed content,such as databases like Overdrive or Hoopla would be listed in"Contractual Services and Consultant Fees". Help 3.1.1.Library Materials Detail 3.12 Library Materials Narrative 3.2.Supplies Describe the supplies needed for the project.Supplies may include materials for programs, learning kits,office supplies used for the project.Supplies can also include equipment or furniture with an acquisition cost per unit of less than$10,000.. Help 3.2.1.Supplies Detail * # Description Grant Funds Cash Match Total 1 Dual Microphone attachment $20 $0 $20 2 Voice Recorded $60 $0 $60 Totals: $80 $0 $80 3.2.2.Supplies Narrative The Library is purchasing the 1 Dual Wired Microphones with an extension cable and the 160GB Digital Voice Recorder to support high-quality oral history interviews.The dual omnidirectional lapel mics(3.5mm TRS)provide clear,balanced audio for both interviewer and interviewee.The recorder offers 1636 Kbps HD stereo recording,dual microphones, voice-activated capture,playback,and rechargeable power.Together,this equipment ensures reliable,professional-quality audio for preserving community oral histories. 3.3.Travel Indicate amounts to be used for travel associated with the project.Any travel conducted with grant or matching funds must be done in accordance with Section 112.061,Florida Statutes.In the narrative indicate the traveler's position,destination,purpose,and how the travel relates to achieving project purposes.This amount Includes all airfare,ground transportation, accommodation(lodgings,meals,etc.(see 2 C.F.R.1200.475).{Help 3.3.1.Travel Detail* ISTAGrim Agreement(Form DLI S/f,9TA01),ELIeui"e09-2025 P age 18 of 20 Clapar:t.B-2.111(2Xd),Florida Administratif a Code 3.3.2.Travel Narrative 4.Equipment The costs for equipment and furniture to be purchased and used by the project are covered in this category.Include only items with a useful life of at least one year and an acquisition cost of$10,000 or more.Small items of equipment that do not meet this definition should be entered in the"Library Materials,Supplies and Travel"category.Describe the type of equipment and explain how equipment will be used to support the project.All equipment acquired at a cost of$10,000 or more will need approval from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Help 4.1.Equipment Detail* # Description Grant Funds Cash Match Total 1 Desktops $29,000 $0 $29,000 Totals: $29,000 $0 $29,000 4.2.Equipment Narrative The Boynton Beach City Library requests approval to purchase 26 desktop computers and monitors to replace outdated equipment in the Adult Computer Lab and Youth Services Computer Lab.Current workstations are beyond their useful lifespan,resulting in slow performance,frequent technical issues,and limited compatibility with modern software. Upgrading these computers is essential to maintaining reliable public access.New systems will improve performance,reduce maintenance needs,and ensure secure,up-to-date technology for residents of all ages.This purchase will ensure both labs continue to provide high-quality,digital access and support the library's mission to serve the community effectively. 5.Overhead/Indirect Costs Provide a description and narrative for any overhead or indirect operational expenses to be paid for by LSTA or matching funds.Indirect costs Include facility operation and maintenance,general administration,accounting and other general expenditures not listed above.Overhead examples include rent,accounting systems,security services,or Internet!telephone fees that are not direct costs(reported above).The Institute of Museum and Library Services accepts Negotiated Indirect Cost Rates or a de minimis rate of 15%of modified total direct costs(MTDC)which may be used indefinitely.MTDC means all direct salaries and wages,applicable fringe benefits,materials and supplies,services,travel,and up to the first$50,000 of each award.MTDC excludes equipment, capital expenditures,charges for patient care,rental costs,tuition remission,scholarships and fellowships,participant support costs,and the portion of each award in excess of$50,000(r.Help 5.1.Overhead/Indirect Operational Expenses Detail* 5.2.Overhead/Indirect Operational Expenses Narrative LSTA Grant Agreemeut(Form DL15/1SI'A01),Effective 09.2025 Page 19 of 20 Chapter!B-2.011(2)(d),Florida Administrative Codc 6.Other Expenses Include costs for any Items that do not fall under the categories above. 6.1.Other Expenses Detail* 6.2.Other Expenses Narrative 7.Total LSTA Request $29,080 s.Total Matching Funds: $9,874 LSTA Gre ztt Agiecmod(Form DLISnsTAOI),Effective o9-2025 Page 20 of 20 Chapter ID-2.011(2)(4),Florida:Administrative Code Attachment B i`,, Department of Financial Services Division of Accounting and Auditing—Bureau of Auditing AuDrr REQUIRF1VMENTS FOR AWARDS OF STATE AND FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The administration of resources awarded by the Department of State to the grantee may be subject to audits and/or monitoring by the Department of State,as described in this attachment to the Grant Award Agreement. MONITORING In addition to reviews of audits conducted in accordance with 2 CFR 200,Subpart F-Audit Requirements, and section 215.97, Florida Statutes (F.S.), as revised(see AUDITS below), monitoring procedures may include,but not be limited to,on-site visits by Department of State staff,limited scope audits as defined by 2 CFR §200425,or other procedures. By entering into this agreement,the grantee agrees to comply and cooperate with any monitoring procedures or processes deemed appropriate by the Department of State. In the event the Department of State determines that a limited scope audit of the grantee is appropriate, the grantee agrees to comply with any additional instructions provided by Department of State staff to the grantee regarding such audit. The grantee further agrees to comply and cooperate with any inspections, reviews, investigations, or audits deemed necessary by the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or Auditor General. Auurrs Part I:Federally Funded Note: This par!is applicable if the grantee is a state or local government or a nonprofit organization as defined in 2 CFR§200.90,§200.64, and§200.70. 1. A grantee that expends$1,000,000 or more in federal awards in its fiscal year must have a single or program-specific audit conducted in accordance with the provisions of 2 CFR 200,Subpart F-Audit Requirements. EXHIBIT 1 to this form lists the federal resources awarded through the Department of State by this agreement. In determining the federal awards expended in its fiscal year,the grantee shall consider all sources of federal awards, including federal resources received from the Department of State. The determination of amounts of federal awards expended should be in accordance with the guidelines established in 2 CFR §§200.502-503. An audit of the grantee conducted by the Auditor General in accordance with the provisions of 2 CFR§200.514 will meet the requirements of this Part. 2. For the audit requirements addressed in Part I,paragraph 1,the grantee shall fulfill the requirements relative to auditee responsibilities as provided in 2 CFR§§200.508-512. 3. A grantee that expends less than$1,000,000 in federal awards in its fiscal year is not required to have an audit conducted in accordance with the provisions of 2 CFR 200,Subpart F-Audit Requirements. If the grantee expends less than$1,000,000 in federal awards in its fiscal year and elects to have an audit conducted in accordance with the provisions of 2 CFR 200, Subpart F -Audit Requirements, the cost of the audit must be paid from non-federal resources(i.e., the cost of such an audit must be paid from grantee resources obtained from other than federal entities), DFS-A2-CL Page-1- Rev. 11/18(DLIS amended 05 26) Rule 69I-5.006,F.A.C. AUDIT REQUIREMENTS FOR AWARDS O./- STATE AND FEDERAL FINANCIAL.ASSISTANCE Part II:State Funded Note:This part is applicable if the grantee is a nonstate entity as defined by section 215.97(2),F.S. 1. In the event that the grantee expends a total amount of state financial assistance equal to or in excess of$750,000 in any fiscal year of such grantee(for fiscal years ending June 30,2017,and thereafter), the grantee must have a state single or project-specific audit for such fiscal year in accordance with section 215.97, F.S.; Rule Chapter 691-5, F.A.C., State Financial Assistance; and Chapters 10.550 (local governmental entities) and 10.650 (nonprofit and for-profit organizations), Rules of the Auditor General. EXHIBIT i to this form lists the state financial assistance awarded through the Department of State by this agreement. In determining the state financial assistance expended in its fiscal year,the grantee shall consider all sources of state financial assistance,including state financial assistance received from the Department of State, other state agencies, and other nonstate entities. State financial assistance does not include federal direct or pass-through awards and resources received by a nonstate entity for federal program matching requirements. 2. For the audit requirements addressed in Part II, paragraph I, the grantee shall ensure that the audit complies with the requirements of section 215.97(8), F.S. This includes submission of a financial reporting package as defined by section 215.97(2), F.S., and Chapters 10.550(local governmental entities)and 10.650(nonprofit and for-profit organizations),Rules of the Auditor General. 3. If the grantee expends less than $750,000 in state financial assistance in its fiscal year (for fiscal years ending June 30,2017,and thereafter),an audit conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 215.97, F.S., is not required. If the grantee expends less than $750,000 in state financial assistance in its fiscal year and elects to have an audit conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 215.97,F.S.,the cost of the audit must be paid from the nonstate entity's resources(i.e.,the cost of such an audit must be paid from the grantee's resources obtained from other than state (entities). Part III: Report Submission 1. Copies of reporting packages for audits conducted in accordance with 2 CFR 200,Subpart F-Audit Requirements; and required by Part I of this form shall be submitted, when required by 2 CFR §200.512,by or on behalf of the grantee directly to the following: a. The Department to State via the DOS Grants System at:ittps:l/dosarants.com b. The Federal Audit Clearinghouse (FAC) as provided in 2 CFR §200.36 and §200.512. The FAC's website provides a data entry system and required forms for submitting the single audit reporting package. Updates to the location of the FAC and data entry system may be found at the OMB website. 2. Copies of financial reporting packages required by Parts I and H of this form shall be submitted by or on behalf of the grantee directly to each of the following: a. The Department of State via the DOS Grants System at https://dosgrants.corn. b. The Auditor General's Office at the following address: Auditor General Local Government Audits/342 Claude Pepper Building,Room 401 111 West Madison Street Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1450 DFS-A2-CL Page-2- Rev. 11/18(DLIS amended 05 26) Rule 691-5.006. F.A.C. AUDIT REQUIREMENTS FOR AWARDS OF STATE AND FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The Auditor General's website (https://flauditor.govf) provides instructions for filing an electronic copy of a financial reporting package. 3. Any reports,management letters,or other information required to be submitted to the Department of State pursuant to this agreement shall be submitted timely in accordance with 2 CFR §200.512, section 215.97, F.S., and Chapters 10.550 (local governmental entities)and 10.650(nonprofit and for-profit organizations),Rules of the Auditor General,as applicable. 4. Grantees, when submitting financial reporting packages to the Department of State for audits done in accordance with 2 CFR 200, Subpart F - Audit Requirements, or Chapters 10.550 (local governmental entities) and 10.650 (nonprofit and for-profit organizations), Rules of the Auditor General, should indicate the date that the reporting package was delivered to the grantee in correspondence accompanying the reporting package. Part IV: Record Retention The grantee shall retain sufficient records demonstrating its compliance with the terms of the award(s)and this agreement for a period of years specified below from the date the audit report is issued,and shall allow the Department of State,or its designee,the CFO,or Auditor General access to such records upon request. a. Federally funded—through at least June 30,2034, b. State funded— through at least five years after the close-out of the grant and release of the audit. The grantee shall ensure that audit working papers are made available to the Department of State, or its designee,the CFO, or Auditor General upon request for a period of at least three years from the date the audit report is issued,unless extended in writing by the Department of State. DFS-A2-CL Page-3- Rev. 11/1$(Di IS amended 05 26) Rule 691-5.006.F.A_C. AUDIT REQUIREMENTS FOR AWARDS OF STATE AND FEDERAL FINANCIAL.ASSISTANCE EXHIBIT l Federal Resources Awarded to the Grantee Pursuant to this Agreement Consist of the Following: Florida Department of State,Library Services and Technology Act Grant CFDA Number 45.310 Award amount:$29,080(25-LSTA-B-01,Connecting Community to Collections) Award amount:$7,000(25-LSTA-B-02,Library of Things:We the Makers) Compliance Requirements Applicable to the Federal Resources Awarded Pursuant to this Agreement are as Follows: Code of Federal Regulations,Title 2 Grants and Agreements,Revised April 9,2026 (2 CFR 2) State Resources Awarded to the Grantee Pursuant to this Agreement Consist of the Following: Not applicable. Matching Resources for Federal Programs: If a project requests less than$10,000($0-$9,999)in grant funds,no matching funds are required. All other projects must provide local matching fiords that equal a minimum of one-third(1/3)of the amount of federal funds requested or awarded.A library in a county or community with rural status may request a waiver of the match requirements at the time of the grant application in compliance with Section 288.06561,Florida Statutes. Statewide projects coordinated by the Division may have the matching requirement waived. Matching funds may be in-kind or cash contributions.Expenditure of funds by partners on project-related activities may be used as match.The expenditures must be documented and reported.Matching funds may not be used on more than one project.Matching funds must be related specifically to the project.Matching fund expenditures may only be made during the project period.Funds expended before or after the project period may not be used as match. The following may not be used as match for grants:other federal grant funds,volunteer time. Subject to Section 215.97,FLORIDA STATUTES: Not applicable. Compliance Requirements Applicable to State Resources Awarded Pursuant to this Agreement Are as Follows: Not applicable. DFS-A2-CI, Page-4- Rcv. 11/18(DLIS amended 05/26) Rule 691-5.006,F.A.C. Florida Administrative Code 1B-2.011 Library Grant Programs. (1) This rule provides procedures for library grant programs administered by the Division of Library and Information Services (Division). Each program shall be governed by guidelines which contain information on eligibility requirements, application review procedures,evaluation and funding criteria,grant administration procedures, if applicable,and application forms.All grant awards shall be subject to final approval by the Secretary of State. (2) Applicants for grants shall meet the eligibility and application requirements as set forth in the following guidelines for each grant program: (a) State Aid to Libraries Grant Guidelines, httn://www.flrules.orwGatewav/relerence.asp?No-Rel-l8527, effective 09-2025, which contain guidelines and instructions; Certification of Credentials - Single Library Administrative Head (Form DLIS/SA01), http:i!www flrules.ora/Gatcwav/refercnce.asn?No=Rcf-18529, effective 09-2025; Grant Agreement(Form DLIS/SA02), effective 12- 2024;Annual Statistical Report Form for Public Libraries(Form DLIS/SA03), http://www.flrules.oreiGatewa' 'reference.asu?No-Ref- 18530, effective 09-2025; Certification of Hours, Free Library Service and Access to Materials (Form DLIS/SA04), httn://www.11iules.ore/Gatewav/reference.asn?No=Ref-1853 effective 09-2025. (b) Public Library Construction Grants Guidelines, htm.i/www.tlruies.org/Gatewav/reference.aso?No=Ref-18533. effective 09- 2025, which contains guidelines and instructions; and Public Library Construction Grant Agreement (Form DLIS/PLC01), http:i/www.flrules.orc/Gatewav/reference asp?No=Ref-18535,effective 09-2025. (c)Library Cooperative Grant Guidelines,httn://www.firules.org/Gatewav/reference.asn?No=Ref-18538,effective 09-2025,which contains guidelines, instructions, and the Annual Statistical Report Form for Multitype Library Cooperatives (Form DLIS/LCG01), effective 09-2025;Grant Agreement(Form DLIS/LCG02),htto:/iwww.flrules.ore%Gatewavireference.aso?No=Ret-1854 I,effective 09- 2025; and the Florida Library Information Network Manual htto://www.flrules.ore/Gateway/reference.aso?No=Ref-1 8542. effective 09-2025. (d) The Library Services and Technology Act Grant Guidelines, htrn://www.flrules.ore/Gatewav/reference.aso?No=Ref-18543, effective 09-2025, which contains guidelines and instructions, Library Services and Technology Act Grant Agreement (Form DLIS/LSTA01), http:/iwww.tlrules.ore/Gatewav/reference.aso?No=Ref-18544, effective 09-2025, MLS Certification (Form DLIS/LSTA02), http://www.flnrles.oreiGatewav/reference.aso?No=Ref-18545, effective 09-2025, and Certification Regarding Trafficking in Persons(Form DLIS/LSTA03),htto://www.flrules.oriz/Gatewav/reference.aso?No-Ref-18546,effective 09-2025. (3)Guidelines and forms in this rule are incorporated by reference and may be obtained from the Director of the Division,Florida Department of State,Division of Library and Information Services,R.A.Gray Building,500 South Bronough Street,Tallahassee,Florida 32399-0250. (4) The Division of Library and Information Services will waive the financial matching requirements on grants for rural communities that have been designated in accordance with Sections 288.0656 and 288.06561, F.S. Eligible communities applying for Library Services and Technology Act grants and Library Construction grants must request waiver of matching requirements at the time of grant application. Rulemaking Authority 257.14. 257.191,257.192, 257.24, 257.41(2)FS. Law Implemented 257.12, 257.15,257.16, 257.17,257.171, 257.172, 257.18, 257.191,257.192, 257.195, 257.21, 257.22, 257.23, 257.24, 257.25,257.40, 257.41, 257.42 FS. History-New 1-25-93,Amended 7-17-96, 4-1-98,2- 14-99, 4-4-00, 12-18-00, 11-20-01, 3-20-02, 1-9-03, /2-28-03, 11-16-04, 2-21-06,2-21-07, 1-24-08, 4-1-10, 4-21-10, 4-10-12, 12-25-13, 7-8-14, 4-7- /5, 7-12-16, 7-6-17, 4-30-18, 11-19-18, 7-1-19, 3-17-20, 2-27-22, 5-4-23, 12-22-24, 9-10-25. Library Services and Technology Act Grant Page 1 of I Chapter 1 B-2.01 I(2Xa),Florida Administrative Code, Effective 09-2025