2016 Issues by Appropriation and Project
Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU EFC 21 1 Broward College - Rem/Ren Broward - 5,000,000 5,000,000 - Bldg 32 Instructional & Support Downtown
EDU EFC 21 2 Chipola College - Calhoun, Drake - 4,498,184 4,498,184 - Ren/Chiller Underground Holmes, Utilities Marianna Jackson, Liberty, Washington EDU EFC 21 3 College of Central Florida - Levy Hukill, Stone - 7,282,576 7,282,576 - Construct Levy Center EDU EFC 21 4 Daytona State College - Flagler, Volusia Hutson - 3,575,803 3,575,803 - Construct Bldg 220 Student Services/Classroom/Office Daytona
EDU EFC 21 5 Eastern Florida State Brevard - 9,542,009 9,542,009 - College - Construction Student Union Melbourne EDU EFC 21 6 Eastern Florida State Brevard - 14,992,044 14,992,044 - College - Center for Innovation Technology Education (CITE) EDU EFC 21 7 Florida Gateway College - Baker, - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - Ren/Rem Bldgs 8 & 9 Math Columbia, Science and Aud Lake City Dixie, Gilchrist, Union
EDU EFC 21 8 Florida Keys Community Monroe - 4,500,000 4,500,000 - College - Ren/Rem Chillers, Towers, AHU, EMS Main
EDU EFC 21 9 Florida Southwestern State Collier - 536,949 536,949 - College - Rem/Ren Bldg 5 Science Collier EDU EFC 21 10 Florida Southwestern State Collier - 8,000,000 8,000,000 - College - Replacement of Collier Campus External Foam Insulation System EFIS EDU EFC 21 11 Hillsborough Community Hillsborough - 3,000,000 3,000,000 - College - Allied Health Center Dale Mabry EDU EFC 21 12 Hillsborough Community Hillsborough - 3,000,000 3,000,000 - College - South Shore Campus
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU EFC 21 13 Indian River State College - Indian River - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - Rem/Ren Fac No. 8 Industrial Tech Main EDU EFC 21 14 Lake-Sumter State College - Lake, Sumter - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - Telecom/Utilities Infrastructure Collegewide
EDU EFC 21 15 Lake-Sumter State College - Lake, Sumter - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - Construct Science Labs Clermont EDU EFC 21 16 Miami Dade College - Miami-Dade Jose Diaz - 7,000,000 7,000,000 - Rem/Ren/New/Clsrms/Labs /Sup Svcs-West EDU EFC 21 17 Palm Beach State College - Palm Beach Abruzzo - 9,004,182 9,004,182 - Lobbyist: Todd Bonlarron Multipurp Clsrm/Admin Bldg, site-Loxahatchee EDU EFC 21 18 Pasco Hernando State Hernando, - 11,000,000 11,000,000 - College - Construct Pasco Performing Arts Education Center EDU EFC 21 19 Pensacola State College - Escambia Evers - 8,000,000 8,000,000 - Baars Classroom Bldg (Replace Bldg 1) Main EDU EFC 21 20 Polk State College - Polk - 5,969,184 5,969,184 - Rem/Ren Learning Resource Center Main Winter Haven EDU EFC 21 21 Santa Fe College - Alachua Bradley - 2,563,712 2,563,712 - Construction Classroom, Lab, & L brary Bldg Blount
EDU EFC 21 22 Seminole State College of Seminole - 12,747,868 12,747,868 - Florida - Rem/Ren Bldgs L & F to Classrooms/Labs/Office Main EDU EFC 21 23 Seminole State College of Seminole - 12,691,933 12,691,933 - Florida - Student Center Sanford/Lake Mary EDU EFC 21 24 St. Johns River State St. Johns - 6,000,000 6,000,000 - College - Rem/Ren Add Instructional & Support Orange Park EDU EFC 21 25 St. Petersburg College - Pinellas Jack Latvala, - 10,000,000 10,000,000 - Student Success Center - Peters Gibbs Campus
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU EFC 21 26 State College of Florida, Manatee, Boyd - 8,982,024 8,982,024 - Manatee-Sarasota - Sarasota Construct Library- Bradenton EDU EFC 21 27 Tallahassee Community Leon - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - College - Renovation Central Utility Plant/Infrastructure Main EDU EFC 21 28 Valencia College - Building Orange, La Rosa - 12,136,975 12,136,975 - 1 Poinciana Osceola EDU EFC 22 1 FAMU - Student Affairs Leon - 6,500,000 6,500,000 - Building EDU EFC 22 2 FAU - Jupiter STEM/Life Broward Abruzzo - 3,031,247 3,031,247 - Science Building EDU EFC 22 3 FGCU - Integrated Lee - 3,852,065 3,852,065 - Watershed and Coastal Studies EDU EFC 22 4 FIU - Satellite Chiller Plant Miami-Dade Jose Diaz - 7,062,041 7,062,041 - Expansion MMC EDU EFC 22 5 Florida International Miami-Dade Jose Diaz - 8,000,000 8,000,000 - University - Land Acquisition EDU EFC 22 6 FPU - Applied Research Polk Combee - 5,000,000 5,000,000 - Center EDU EFC 22 7 FSU - Earth Ocean Leon - 12,000,000 12,000,000 - Atmospheric Sciences Building Phase 1 EDU EFC 22 8 FSU - Black Student Union Leon - 1,500,000 1,500,000 -
EDU EFC 22 9 NCF - Heiser Natural Sarasota Boyd - 4,222,601 4,222,601 - Science Addition EDU EFC 22 10 UCF - Partnership IV Orange - 14,000,000 14,000,000 - EDU EFC 22 11 UCF - Downtown Campus Orange - 20,000,000 20,000,000 - Building I EDU EFC 22 12 University of Central Florida Orange - 3,600,000 3,600,000 - - Engineering Building I Renovation EDU EFC 22 13 University of Central Florida Orange - 4,661,485 4,661,485 - - Interdisciplinary Research and Incubator Facility
EDU EFC 22 14 UF - Nuclear Science Alachua Bradley - 13,768,434 13,768,434 - Building Renovations/Additions EDU EFC 22 15 UF - Norman Hall Alachua Bradley - 14,070,362 14,070,362 - EDU EFC 22 16 UNF - Skinner Jones Hall Duval 11,000,000 - 11,000,000 11,000,000
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU EFC 22 17 USF - Morsani College of Hillsborough Young - 22,500,000 22,500,000 - Medicine and Heart Health Institute EDU EFC 22 18 UWF - Laboratory Science Escambia Evers - 10,800,000 10,800,000 - Annex Phase 1 EDU EFC 22 19 SUS - FIO Replacement {Statewide} Jack Latvala, - 6,000,000 6,000,000 - Vessel (R/V Bellows) Peters EDU EFC 28 A Fixed Capital Outlay - 4,000,000 - 4,000,000 4,000,000 Proviso: Public School Projects Funds provided in Specific Appropriation 28A are provided for education fixed capital outlay needs of the Osceola County school district.
EDU EFC 29 1 Lake Technical College - Lake Hays - 2,800,000 2,800,000 - Center for Advanced Manufacturing EDU EFC 29 2 First Coast Technical Putnam Hutson - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - College - Putnam County Campus EDU EVR 33 7 Community Based 114,723 - 114,723 - 1. Description: No information available. Supported Employment 2. Importance: 3. Other: EDU EVR 33 18 The WOW Center Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 83,793 - 83,793 - 1. Description: Provides funding for the WOW Center, which provides programs and support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The WOW Center uses a research based curriculum developed by the Office of Disability Employment Policy, which focuses on teaching soft or workforce readiness skills to individuals with disabilities. The program will be taught in the Life and Work Skills program, and implemented in the field with a job coach. 2. Importance: Program will allow for 80% (136 out of 170) of participating individuals to master soft skills for workplace success. 3. Other: New initiative. Original request was for $250k, $208k of which was to be used for salaries.
EDU EBS 52 1 Lighthouse for the Blind - Hernando, 100,000 - 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides an additional $50,000 for the Lighthouse for the Pasco/Hernando Pasco Blind - Pasco/Hernando. 2. Importance: 3. Other: FY 2015-16: $50,000 FY 2014-15: $ FY 2013-14: $ FY 2016-17 Gov Recs transferred funds to DBS to provide similar services.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU EBS 52 2 Lighthouse for the Blind - Miami-Dade 150,000 - 150,000 - 1. Description:Level funds the Lighthouse for the Blind - Miami. Miami 2. Importance: 3. Other: FY 2015-16: $150,000 FY 2014-15: $ FY 2013-14: $ FY 2016-17 Gov Recs transferred funds to DBS to provide similar services.
EDU EBS 52 3 Lighthouse Works - Orange Orange Miller, Simmons 125,000 - 125,000 - 1. Description: Provides $125,000 for the Lighthouse Works- Orange to fund its unique technological needs, as well as 2 personnel positions. Funding will maintain current business contracts and continue to increase efficiencies and accelerate employment growth and revenue generation. 2. Importance: Lighthouse Works is a subsidiary nonprofit company established to further Lighthouse Central Florida's mission as the only provider of vision-specific and comprehensive rehabilitation, education, and training and employment services for Central Floridians living with severe vision loss and blindness. 3. Other: New initiative.
FY 2016-17 Gov Recs and LBR did not fund this program.
EDU EBS 52 4 Florida Association of {Statewide} Hays, Ray 750,000 - 750,000 - 1. Description: Provides an additional $250,000 for a total of $750,000 GR Agencies Serving the Blind Rodrigues for the Florida Association of Agencies Serving the Blind. 2. Importance:
3. Other: FY 15-16: $1m ($500k NR, $500k Recurring) FY 2016-17 Gov Recs restored $500k NR and transferred all $1m from FAASB to DBS in order to provide similar services.
FY 2016-17 LBR did not restore NR, but maintained base funding for $500k FAASB.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PCU 66 5 Bethune-Cookman Volusia Taylor 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Added during Conference. Provides funding to the Petrock University- Petrock College of Health Sciences (PCHS) at Bethune-Cookman University to College/Health Sciences increase student access and retention. 2. Importance: Funding will allow PCHS to establish a Brain Fitness Program for Alzheimer's research and student training in the fields of aging, health equity, and health policy; a program coordinator will also be hired. PCHS will enroll and provide tuition assistance to 60 seniors identified with early Dementia symptoms, as well as their families. PCHS will launch a Master's Certificate in Healthcare and Aging, as well as hire an Aging Studies faculty member who is doctorally prepared in the field. Funding will also allow PCHS to: 1) expand the Athletic Training and Exercise Science academic training laboratories; 2) create a Pharmacy Technician program and hire the required faculty; and 3) hire Public Health faculty for the Masters of Public health program. 3. Other: New initiative.
EDU PCU 66 6 Florida Memorial University Miami-Dade 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides additional funding to Florida Memorial University. 2. Importance and Impact: Funding will expended for student access and retention or direct instruction purpose. 3. Other: New initiative. Previous funding for FMU under the HBCU appropriation: FY 13-14: $3.5m FY 14-15: $3.9m FY 15-16: $3.7m
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PCU 68 1 Embry-Riddle - Aerospace {Statewide} 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 - 1. Description: This program partners with selected secondary schools to Academy deliver professional curriculums of introductory aerospace courses for dual- resident credit taught by ERAU faculty on the high school campus. 2. Importance: Funds will allow ERAU to expand dual enrollment programming in Aerospace Science; expand STEM-related educational opportunities and interest; increase career and technical educational opportunities and certifications; increase the number of ERAU course sections taught; increase student participation and performance; and increase Aerospace STEM proficiency of Florida's future workforce and Florida's Secondary teachers. 3. Other: Previous Funding: FY 13-14: $1m FY 14-15 - FY 15-16: $3m Matches Gov Recs
FY 15-16: Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to increase student participation in accelerated course options; increase the number of secondary school students who complete a dual enrollment course; increase the number of students earning industry certifications; and increase the number of Aerospace STEM teachers who meets the SACS credentialing criteria.
EDU PCU 68 2 Embry Riddle - Volusia, Fresen 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 - 1. Description: $2m to allows Silver Airways and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Manufacturing Academy {Statewide} University (ERAU) to work together to create an opportunity for ERAU and graduates who have completed an aviation program to expedite their career Apprenticeship/Internship path. Program 2. Importance and Impact: Funding will allow implementation of an initiative to increase the number of certified commercial pilots in Florida intrastate air service market by training pilots in Florida-based programs. The program will be designed to meet all FAA requirements for commercial pilot certification. Educational institutions receiving funds must certify that all pilot training is based in Florida facilities. 3. Other: New initiative.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PCU 68 3 University of Miami - Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides $200,000 for the University of Miami -Institute for Institute for Cuban and Cuban and Cuban-American Studies (ICCAS): Challenges for Florida of the Cuban-American Studies- U.S. Normalization of Relations with Cuba. Challenges for Florida of 2. Importance and Impact: The project will study the challenges for Florida the U.S. Normalization of of the new U.S policy toward Cuba and to provide policy recommendations. Relations with Cuba Funding will allow ICCAS to pay the salaries of personnel and consultants for the project; this includes supervisors for all work done for the study, analysts for research/data, and two administrative assistants. 3. Other: New initiative. FY 15-16: vetoed $250,000 because ICCAS previously had two reports funded (for a total of $600,000) FY 14-15: $250,000 FY 13-14: $250,000 FY 12-13: $100,000
EDU PCU 68 4 University of Miami - Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides $100,000 for the University of Miami- Institute for Institute for Cuban and Cuban and Cuban-American Studies- Impact of Cuban-Americans in Cuban-American Studies- Florida: Interactive Exhibit. Impact of Cuban-Americans 2. Importance and Impact: Funding will allow UM to develop a permanent in Florida: Interactive exhibit (as well as an internet version) that highlights the economic, Exhibit academic, business impact, as well as political development, of Cubans and Cuban-Americans in Florida. Presentations will highlight Cuba's history, the first migrations to the United States, and the events that impacted Cuban-Americans and their impact on the state. A section will be devoted to Miami's growth over time as the Cuban population there grew. 3. Other: New initiative. FY 15-16: vetoed $250,000 because ICCAS previously had two reports funded (for a total of $600,000) FY 14-15: $250,000 FY 13-14: $250,000 FY 12-13: $100,000
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PCU 68 5 Jacksonville University - Duval Don Gaetz 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $2m for Jacksonville University's EPIC EPIC (Entrepreneurism, Policy, Innovation, and Commerce) program. 2. Importance and Impact: The program allows JU to expand their programs and degrees in areas identified by employers as being in high demand. EPIC focuses on inter-disciplinary training, offering skills in one or more STEM fields that meet the local workforce demand. Funding will allow JU to provide the EPIC Program with: 13 new faculty positions in the high- demand areas of STEM, health sciences, global trade, aviation, business analytics and sustainability. The salaries and benefits for these professors represent 58% of the requested state award; 9 administrative positions; and educational equipment and supplies. 3. Other: Previous funding: FY 14-15: $12m to JU FY 15-16: vetoed $2m to JU because the institution increased tuition 4% from 2014-15 to 2015-16
EDU PCU 69 A Special Categories - Grants Broward 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Added during Conference. Provides $1.5 million to Nova And Aids - Nova Southeastern University for tuition assistance. Southeastern University - 2. Importance: Funding will allow Nova Southeastern University to provide Health Programs tuition assistance to students. 3. Other: Previous funding for tuition assistance: FY 13-4: $4.2m FY 14-15: $4.2m FY 15-16: vetoed $4.2m Gov Recs did not include this initiative
"Funds are provided in Specific Appropriation 69A to support Florida residents enrolled in the Osteopathic Medicine, Optometry, Pharmacy, and Nursing programs. The university shall submit student enrollment information, by program, to the Department of Education prior to January 1, 2017."
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PCU 69 B Special Categories - Grants Manatee Evers 3,491,010 - 3,491,010 1,800,000 1. Description: Provides an increase of $1.8m NR over base for Lake Erie And Aids - Lecom / Florida - College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM). Health Programs 2. Importance and Impact: Funds shall be used to support Florida residents who are enrolled in the Osteopathic Medicine or the Pharmacy Program at LECOM in Bradenton. The college shall submit enrollment information for Florida residents to the Department of Education prior to January 1, 2017. 2. Other: Previous funding: FY 13-14 - FY 15-16: $1.7m Gov Recs did not include this initiative
No response to ROI letter
Tuition and fees increased 1.5% between academic years 2014-15 and 2015-16.
"Funds in Specific Appropriation 69B shall be used to support Florida residents who are enrolled in the Osteopathic Medicine or the Pharmacy Program at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine/Bradenton. The college shall submit enrollment information for Florida residents to the Department of Education prior to January 1, 2017."
EDU SFA 78 A Financial Assistance {Statewide} Stargel, Williams 200,000 - 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for the Randy Roberts Foundation. Payments - Transfer To 2. Importance: The Randy Roberts Foundation provides public service Randy Roberts Foundation initiatives and opportunities for civic engagement for students, as well as provides scholarships to students excelling in these areas. Each scholar begins with $1,000 their freshman year of college and end their senior year with a $4,000 scholarship; in total the student receives $10,000 over the four years. Students must provide academic and community service updates 2-3 times per year. Founded in 2009, a total of 26 scholarships has been awarded as of February 2016. Funding will be used to provide scholarships to students continuing their studies in the 2016-17 academic year; another 26 students are projected to benefit. Additionally, $30,000 of the funding will go toward the salary of the program director. 3. Other: New initiative.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU VPK 86 6 Literacy Jump Start St. Lucie Larry Lee, Jr. - 110,000 110,000 - 1. Description: Year 2 of a 5-year Literacy Jump Start Pilot Project in St. Program Lucie County to assist low-income, at-risk children in developing emergent literacy skills. 2. Importance: Foster emergent literacy skills in 50 economically disadvantaged children ages 2-3. Local non-profits and the business community will partner with OEL to assist elig ble kids, within federally subsidized housing, who family income does not exceed 150% of fed poverty level. 3. Other: FY 2015-16: $110,000 FY 2014-15: Vetoed $200,000 due to funding being contingent upon bill becoming law (Bill died). FY 2016-17 Gov Recs and LBR did not restore funding.
EDU VPK 86 9 Little Havana Activities and Miami-Dade Fresen 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Funds provided will be a subsidy for children who receive Nutrition Centers' Child child day care services at either of the 2 licensed child day care centers Care Program that Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Centers owns and operates. $100,000 will subsidize $40 (28.5% of cost) for 48 children of working poor families for one year. Funding will be used towards teacher and child care program administrative salaries. 2. Importance: Allows children to have opportunity to be in quality learning environment. 3. Other: FY 15-16: Vetoed $100,000
EDU VPK 86 10 Miami Children's Museum - Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides funding to establish the Professional Development Professional Development School Readiness Institute to teach best practices of engagement with School Readiness Institute young preschool children and families from economically disadvantaged communities. 2. Importance: Expected to provide 8 hours of professional development for 150 early childhood teachers. Each teacher will receive a classroom kit containing hands-on materials and lesson plans related to Art, Music, Health, and Nutrition. 3. Other: New program; not in LBR or Gov Recs.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU VPK 86 11 Business and Leadership 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 1. Description: FIU College of Education has partnered with the Business Institute for Early Learning and Leadership Institute for Early Learning to provide a platform where public and private business leaders, public policy decision makers, and early learning center owners, operators, and educators gather and explore the business of the childcare provider industry. 2. Importance: Per FIU website, "most independent early learning centers are not making a profit or generating the revenues to cover the costs of a quality early learning education experience." 3. Other: New program. Not funded in Gov Recs or LBR.
Proviso: Funds are provided to (1) expand and market an early learning childcare industry training program for early learning center and home- based business owners, operators and administrators and (2) develop an online curriculum and education program, including a platform for business planning, which includes the essentials necessary to open and operate a quality childcare center or home-based childcare business in Florida.
EDU VPK 86 12 Paradise Christian School Miami-Dade 297,250 - 297,250 297,250 1. Description: for Head Start Federal 2. Importance: Match 3. Other: New program. Not funded in Gov Recs or LBR.
Proviso: Funds shall be used to continue Head Start services for children with a disability or from households in poverty. EDU VPK 86 13 Guiding Stars of Duval Duval Bean 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides $500,000 for tiered reimbursements in Duval County County.
GSOD is the quality rating improvement system for child care providers in Duval County. Child care centers and family child care homes can volunteer to be a part of this program. Volunteering centers are accountable to higher standards than set by the state. 2. Importance: 3. Other: FY 15-16: Vetoed $500,000
EDU VPK 86 14 ARC Gateway Pearl Nelson Escambia Evers, Don Gaetz 509,000 - 509,000 - 1. Description: Provides $509,000 for the ARC Gaetway Pearl Nelson Child Child Development Center Development Center. 2. Importance: 3. Other: New program. Not funded in Gov Recs or LBR. EDU VPK 86 15 Hollywood Childcare Sobel 861,000 - 861,000 861,000 1. Description: Provides $861,000 for the Hollywood Childcare Scholarships Scholarships to provide childcare scholarships to families whose household income is at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) by family size. 2. Importance: 3. Other: New program. Not funded in Gov Recs or LBR.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU VPK 93 A Grants And Aids To Local Evers, Don Gaetz 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 3,000,000 1. Description: Per proviso, $3 million is provided to the Arc Gateway for Governments And Nonstate construction of the Pearl Nelson Child Development Center to meet the Entities - Fixed Capital educational and therapeutic needs of children who are identified as having Outlay - Facility Repairs developmental delays or a disability. Maintenance And 2. Importance: Construction 3. Other: New initiative. EDU PUB 98 4 Prodigy Highlands, 4,600,000 - 4,600,000 3,000,000 1. Description: Transfers $4.6m from DJJ's budget for Prodigy program. Manatee, 2. Importance: Prodigy is a research-based prevention & diversion program Orange, for at-risk youth ages 7-17 that are living in high-risk neighborhoods, or Osceola, youth who have been diverted from the Juvenile Justice System. Prodigy Pasco, is a free after school performing arts program that provides cultural arts Pinellas, Polk, activities, such as painting, dance, & music in collaboration with multiple Sarasota subcontracting organizations, such as community &/or faith-based organizations. Prodigy serves to divert youth that pose no real threat to public safety. In order for youth to participate in the program, they can either be referred by their school, DJJ, DCF, Judiciary or State Attorney, or another Criminal Justice entity. They can also refer themselves, or be referred by their family. Prodigy is located in Hillsborough County and provides programs to seven surrounding counties, including: Pinellas, Pasco, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Manatee, & Sarasota. 3. Other: FY 11-12 through 13-14: $4.4m; FY14-15 & 15-16: $4.6m. Program contracted to serve 3,275 youth in FY 15-16.
G: Redirected funding into contracted services category for this program.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 103 Special Categories - Grants {Statewide} 49,000,000 - 49,000,000 35,050,000 1. Description: Provides $49m, an increase of $4,977,517 over FY 15-16, And Aids - The Florida Best for Florida Best & Brightest Scholarship Program. And Brightest Teacher 2. Importance: Program designate teacher's who have achieved high Scholarship Program academic standards during their own education as Florida's best & brightest teacher scholars. Implementing bill outlines eligibility requirements which are the same as FY 15-16. To be eligible for a scholarship, a teacher must have scored at or above the 80th percentile on either the SAT or ACT based upon the percentile ranks in effect when the teacher took the assessment and also have been evaluated as highly effective. However, a first-year teacher who has not been evaluated is also elig ble if the teacher scored at or above the 80th percentile on either the SAT or ACT based upon the percentile ranks in effect when the teacher took the assessment. Proviso language specifies award amount is up to $10,000 per teacher. 3. Other: FY 15-16 funding - $44 million. Base Funding: $4,950,000.
No ROI Letter Sent.
G: Maintains FY 15-16 funding of $44m.
EDU PUB 109 2 Florida Association of {Statewide} 500,000 - 500,000 - 1. Description: Maintains FY 15-16 funding of $500,000 in funding for the District School Florida Association of District School Superintendents (FADSS) Training. Superintendent Training 2. Importance: Supports leadership and coaching training for district school (FADSS) superintendents and other district-level leaders that target the improvement capacities of the superintendent, school board, principals and senior staff in school districts that have low-achieving schools. Programs include: New Superintendent Orientation, Mentoring, and Special Certification; & Chief Executive Officer Leadership. 3. Other: Program funded since 2000-01. Previous funding: FY 11-12 - $167,713; FY 12-13 - $217,713; FY 13-14 - $363k; FY 14-15 & FY 15-16 & Base -$500k.
Responded to letter.
G: Eliminated recurring funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 109 7 Virtual Professional {Statewide} 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE Development for School Provides funding for virtual professional development for school board Board Members members.
2. Importance:
3. Other: New Initiative.
G: Did not include.
EDU PUB 110 3 Public School Technology Hillsborough, 1,561,433 - 1,561,433 1,561,433 1. Description: Provides $1,561,433 in funding for public school technology. Miami-Dade, 2. Importance: Proviso language states funding is provided to Miami-Dade, Volusia Hillsborough, Volusia, and Washington Special school districts for the acquisition of devices that allow each district to administer the Florida Standards Assessments to an entire grade at the same time and that comply with the technology requirements of s. 1001.20(4)(a)1.b., F.S. 3.Other: New Initiative.
G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 110 4 Advancement Via Individual {Statewide} 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides a total of $1m in funding for AVID program. Total Determination (AVID) funding includes the transfer of recurring funding of $700,000 from Mentoring Line Item and $300,000 increase. 2. Importance: Program designed to move students from average level classes to more rigorous college level courses while providing academic support. AVID accelerates student learning, uses research based methods of effective instruction, provides professional development,& acts as a catalyst for systemic reform & change. FY 16-17 proviso states each school district will receive $325 per student enrolled in AVID elective who earns the required scores on International Baccalaureate subject examination, the Advanced International Certificate of Education subject exam, & the College Board Advanced Placement Exam; or, students in grades 6-8, receives a passing score on the algebra EOC. 3. Other: Implemented in 425 schools in 40 districts serving more than 800,000 students. Previous Funding: FY 14-15-$500k & FY 15-16 - $700k. Base Funding: $700k
ROI: AVID Seniors - 99% graduate; Avg GPA is 3.4; 68% accepted to postsecondary institution.
G: Eliminated recurring funding of $700k.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 3 All Pro Dad's Fatherhood {Statewide} Legg, Sprowls 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides funding for All Pro Dad, which focuses on Involvement in Literacy encouraging fathers to get involved in their child's life. Total request $500k. Campaign Funding matched on a 1 to 1 basis. 2. Importance: Full request used: for statewide parental involvement campaign; for expansion of in-school breakfast prog; & to continue Father & Kids Experience event hosted in Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, & Miami. In-school breakfast prog (monthly meetings) involves a pride exercise (sharing something proud of their child for accomplishing) & discussion time on month's character building topic. Currently serves 19k fathers & children through 275 public schools. Experience event provides fathers with relationship building tips & has reached 5,500 dads & kids. Literacy Campaign will deploy multimedia & digital campaign focused on encouraging fathers to be involved in their children's education & how one simple yet powerful way to do this is by reading to, & with, their kids. 3. Other: New Initiative. FY 15-16 funding of $400k was vetoed. ROI: 80% exposed to initiative spend more time with children.
G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 4 AMI Kids {Statewide} Young 1,850,000 - 1,850,000 750,000 1. Description: Provides $1.9m in funding for AMIkids Vocational Edu & Job Placement program, which help high risk students determine & develop career pathways through edu & training, job placement & follow up services. Goals are improving academic outcomes, increasing job readiness skills & reducing risk of recidivism. 2. Importance: Funding enables 700 students to participate in program at existing AMI kids Programs. Services include; vocational certifications, job placement services, follow up services, mentoring, etc. Career training offered in 4 areas: construction trades, health care, information technology, & culinary. 3. Other: FY 14-15:$500k; FY 15-16: $2.5m. Federal funding ($3m) received for initiative allowed 500 students to participate with 60% earning a vocational certificate, since Jan. 2015.
Responded to Letter. ROI for Career Training: 80% placed into long-term occupational training, postsecondary opportunities, military, or unsubsidized employment; 70% enrolled in degree or industry recognized certificate awarding programs; Average improvement of 1 grade level in math, reading,& writing; etc.
Quarterly Report Received.
G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 6 Benchmark and {Statewide} Raburn, Ring 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Provides $1.5m for Benchmark & Intervention/Student & Intervention/Student and Teacher Support. Teacher Support 2. Importance: Proviso states that funds are provided to help prepare students for college & career success by having access to coursework to benchmark competency levels & prepare students to master the Florida Standards on subjects measured by state required EOC's. DOE will contract with a provider to deliver online program. Must also include content to support positive behavioral intervention strategies & be available to public, private, & home school students. Requires an independent evaluation to determine program effectiveness. Originally funding earmarked for Shmoop, which is a digital publishing company providing test prep, curriculum & college readiness solutions currently used in Pinellas & Putnam school districts & FLVS. Total request $1.5-$2.5m. 3. Other: New Initiative.
G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 8 Boys Choir of Tallahassee Leon Crisafulli, Larry 71,000 - 71,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for Boys Choir of Tallahassee. Funding Lee, Jr., Montford, matched with donations from Freauff Foundation & United Way. Williams 2. Importance: Nonprofit, community outreach program for males, ages 8 to 18, enrolled in schools throughout Tallahassee. Goal is to assist young men living in low-to-moderate income households build character, enhance self-esteem, promote academic success, & reduce risky behavior. Provides afterschool setting with professional adults & peer mentoring for both academic & social skills. Participants participate in musical rehearsals & performances & are required to attend study hall; complete homework; attend sessions on developing self-esteem, building relationships, character & reading skills; & learn how the DJJ system works. Program has been operating for 20 years. Funding will be used for summer programming, uniforms, transportation, etc. 3. Other: New initiative. Previously received funding from FSU.
ROI: 100% of seniors graduate; 100% of graduates attend a college, university, or vocational school; & 100% of participants have no involvement in DJJ system.
G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 9 Breakthrough Miami Broward, Leon, Bullard, Fresen, 650,000 - 650,000 650,000 1. Description: Provides $650,000 for Breakthrough Miami program, Miami-Dade Geller, Montford enrichment program designed to increase academic opportunity for underserved students & put them on college path. State funding matched on a 3:1 basis. 2. Importance: Program currently serving 1,200 middle & high-school students in 5 locations in Miami. Students participate from 5th-12th grade & attend on Saturdays during school year & approx. 6 weeks during summer. Utilizes a student-teaching-student model that engages older students as teachers, mentors & role model. Total request of $1m will serve an additional 270 students in Miami & expand to Broward & Leon Counties (180 students). Funding used for salaries, stipends & operational costs. Approx. cost per student is $2,083. Goals: 100% of Seniors graduating on time; 100% enrolling in college/university; 100% of Seniors taking ACT/SAT test; 70% of 10th graders with 3.0 GPAs or better; 75% of 8th graders taking Algebra I/Geometry; etc. 3. Other: New Initiative. ROI: 96% of 11th Graders taking 2+ advanced classes; 100% of Seniors graduating on time; 97% enrolling in colleges/universities.
Rep. Fresen & Sen. Montford G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 10 Brevard Public Schools Brevard Goodson 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE Aviation and Manufacturing Provides start-up funding for two career & technical programs in Brevard Technology High School County. Programs include: Advanced Manufacturing/CNC Machine Program Program at Bayside high school & Aviation Maintenance & Fabrication Technology at Eau Gallie High School. Total request $3.3 million. 2. Importance: Funding of $3.3m used for the following expenses: $170k for salary costs for two instructors; $993k for capital costs (manufacturing classroom & lab; New building for aviation tech program); $260k software licenses; $990k technology & curriculum; $214k for computers; $280k for outreach; $288k for tools; $15k for textbooks. 3. Other: New Initiative.
G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 11 City Year Duval, Miami- Bean, Boyd, 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides funding for City Year, an education-focus nonprofit Dade, Orange Galvano that partners with high need public schools to assist with keeping students on-track to graduate. Total request $3m & matched with $5m private & $4m district funding. 2. Importance: Hires & trains young adults who commit to year of full-time service in low-income schools to work as tutors, mentors & role models for students in grades 3-9. Serve as additional resources for teachers & lead afterschool/school-wide initiatives to improve graduation rates. In 2015-16, 355 members serving over 35k at-risk students across 34 schools in Miami, Orlando & Jacksonville. Funding: $2.3m to expand to another 3-6 schools & $678k to achieve staff capacity across the 3 regions. 3. Other: FY 15-16 funding vetoed ($1m).
ROI: 60% of 6-9th graders tutored improved from a D/F in English to A/B/C in 1 year & 81% maintained grade; 44% of students who completed attendance prog improved from below 90% attendance rate to above in a single year & 61% maintained for year & 82% of students in Miami & Orlando who completed behavior prog either decreased in suspensions or maintained zero suspensions for year.
G: Did not fund
EDU PUB 111 12 College Prep & STEM Leon Williams 25,000 - 25,000 25,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE Programs for Girls Provides funding for the Ladies Learning to Lead Program which serves underprivileged and underrepresented girls in middle & high schools in Leon County by providing professional leadership development training and life skills. Total request $50k would have served approx. 40 students. 2. Importance: Program focuses on training girls in STEM subjects to prepare for college & career. STEM & leadership training provided through a weekly afterschool program, mentoring program, and STEM field trips. Participants are matched will a professional mentor. Funding will be used to cover the costs of the afterschool & mentoring programs, salaries, field trips, materials, etc. 3. Other: New Initiative. Advised community support is provided through giving, volunteering, and mentoring.
G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 13 Coral Gables Museum Miami-Dade Bullard, Diaz de la 200,000 - 200,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides $200k to Coral Gables Museum for environmental Green City Program Portilla, Margolis, design edu program projected to serve 12k public, private & charter school Jose Rodriguez students in Dade county. Total request $200k. 2. Importance: Designed to supplement traditional instruction & introduces students to practice & purpose of environmental design. Curricula includes presentations, field trips, activities, tours, & learning materials. Students participating learn about: Florida's history; environmentally friendly design; etc. Funding used to continue program & covers operational costs (salaries, materials, admin expenses; etc.). 3. Other: To date served 5k students. School year served 824 students in 15 schools.
New Initiative. FY 14-15: $200k; FY 15-16: $100k vetoed.
Only Museum in Southeastern U.S. dedicated to civic arts of architecture, landscape architecture, urban design & planning, historic preservation & sustainable development. Received outstanding educational outreach award from Dade County schools in 2014.
Rep. Rodriguez
G: Did not include.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 14 Earn to Learn Hardee, Harrison, Legg 201,680 - 201,680 201,680 1. Description: Provides funding for 2 initiatives at Joshua House, which is Highlands, a residential group care program for abused, abandoned, & neglected Hillsborough, children. Pasco, 2. Importance: 1) $101,538 in funding for Tech Success Program, which is Pinellas, Polk partnership between Children's Home Society (CHS), Microsoft& Florida Power & Light, that will serve 90 youth. Program aimed at increasing technical knowledge, online learning capacity & utilization of multiple forms of technology. 2) $99,968 for Earn to Learn Program will serve 40 youth. Program has learning Coach providing educational support to students & is also supported by USF Tutor-A-Bull & Hillsborough tutoring programs.
Tech Success funds used to: Establish on-site tech lab; Provide mobile lab for underserved communities; Provide program leadership; Fund youth incentives for learning achievements; Fund utilization of learning portal; etc.
Earn to Learn funds used for incentive stipends to youth based on individual course grade achievement each quarter. 3. Other: New Initiative. Program Sustainability - CHS will execute funding campaign targeting donors to invest in cost to support a student.
Rep. Harrison G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 15 Eight in Eighth Miami-Dade Fresen 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides $250,000 in funding to establish the Eight Years in Eighth Grade program to serve approx. 8-10k students in several Miami- Dade schools. Funding request was $150,000. 2. Importance: Program provides peer-to-peer mentoring that pairs 11th & 12th grade mentors with boys in 6th-8th grade to develop a platform of young men who honor & encourage positive attitudes towards girls. Mentors are equipped with knowledge of the New Guy Code message (view & treat girls same way they would treat their sisters or daughters), which will guide their mentees through activity based learning on how to interact with their female counterparts & assist the young men to make better choices regarding girls. Funds used to cover operational cost of the mentoring program, such as salaries, stipends for Directors of Mentors, material, equipment. 3. Other: New Initiatives. To create awareness about program, acquired support of local PTA & local organizations working to end human trafficking & abuse against women.
Rep. Fresen G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 16 Florida Afterschool Lake Hays 200,000 - 200,000 - 1. Description: Maintains FY 15-16 funding of $200k for Florida Quality Network/Ounce of Afterschool STEM Initiative operated by Genesis Center, a faith-based Prevention Fund of Florida services provider in Lake County, that supports STEM education, as well as other core academic areas, with homework assistance & additional enrichment activities. 2. Importance: Provide students in high poverty areas & low-performing schools with 10 hours a week of additional edu support in STEM edu during school year & three weeks during summer. Costs include: materials for activities & labs, transportation costs for monthly STEM field trips, continuing education & stipends for high quality educators. 3. Other: Funding: FY 14-15: $300k; FY 15-16: $200k.
Responded to Letter. Projected FY 15-16 ROI: Improve academic achievement in math/ science; Increase knowledge & understanding of STEM concepts; Improved desire to pursue STEM fields; Five tools used to measure objectives mentioned: 1) school grades; 2) state standardized test results; 3) pre-post assessments; 4) student survey; & 5) parent survey.
No Quarterly Report.
G: Eliminated funding of $200k.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 17 Florida Children's Initiative Duval, Miami- Campbell, 600,000 - 600,000 600,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE. Dade, Orange Fullwood, Thompson Provides $600,000 in funding for Florida Children's Initiative's (FCI) three neighborhood programs (Parramore Kidz Zone, New Town & Miami Children's Initiative) to provide academic support & enrichment programs. Total Request $1.8m.
2. Importance: FCI was enacted into law in 2008 (s. 409.147, F.S.). FCI identifies high poverty neighborhoods where educational level is low & schools are failing. FCI invests in tutoring, mentoring, preschool programs, health & wellness, after-school programs, etc.
3. Other: FY 13-14 funding ($150k) for New Town was vetoed. FY 14-15: $1.5m. FY 15-16: $500k vetoed.
ROI includes: Parramore - Verified reports of Child Maltreatment declined 50%; 74% decline in juvenile arrests; & 98% promoted to next grade. New Town - 100% of participants promoted to the next grade; Births to girls under age 19 declined 48%; Crime incidents declined 28%. Miami - 57% decline in juvenile arrests; Math scores increased 5.6%; GPA increase 4.6%.
Ounce of Prevention will be the fiscal agent. Rep. Campbell & Sen. Thompson
G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 19 Florida Venture Foundation Miami-Dade 125,000 - 125,000 125,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE Provides funding for Florida Venture Foundation (FVF) to assist families in becoming more involved in their child(ren)'s education. Funding will be used to conduct four workshops designed to teach parents how to become more involved (serve 75 families) & to provide tutoring to at least 50 children/youth.
2. Importance: FVF proposes to address homework issues with students & families through the tutoring sessions (15 sessions). In addition, FVF proposes to host/co-host a "family day" event that provides an opportunities for participants to interact with one another to share different experiences/opportunities. The event will also be used to express the importance of literacy. Participants will be provided books & other items necessary for reading. FVF also proposes to host a "sports day" to show the importance of teamwork & as a healthy way for children to avoid gangs &/or drugs.
3. Other: FY 13-14: $100,000 vetoed.
G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 23 I Am A Leader Foundation 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE. Provides funding to the I Am Leader Foundation for student leadership development grants to eligible schools in Florida. Funding will be matched on a one-to-one basis by the national foundation. 2. Importance: Funding will be as start up grants to cover the costs associated with sustainment core portion of the program which includes online & IP licenses; principal academy; onsite coaching days; & the Leader in Me Coaching System. Request will be recurring. Program integrates leadership principles into the school culture by incorporating the Seven Habits of Highly effective People into the school' s core curriculum. Helps students gain skills and confidence to succeed as leaders and increases accountability and engagement of students, parents, and staff. 3. Other: Charlotte currently has the program in all of their elementary schools. FY 13-14: $153,872 vetoed. FY 15-16: $250k vetoed. I am a Leader Foundation is a 501 (c) foundation.
G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 25 Junior Achievement of {Statewide} Ahern, Montford 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE Florida Foundation, Inc Provides funding to Junior Achievement (JA) to increase state-wide participation. Total request $575k allows additional 12,500 students to participate & expand current programs. Funding matched by private donations. Program uses business volunteers to educate students about entrepreneurship, work readiness, & financial literacy by using JA curriculum & sharing their life/work experiences. 2. Importance: JA offers in-school & after-school programs for students in grades K-12 in 1,450 schools in 49 school districts. Programs focus on seven content areas: business, citizenship, economics, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, & career development. 3. Other: FY 15-16: $500k vetoed. Current budget $13.5m consists mainly of private donations.
ROI: 100% of business volunteers reported program effective; 100% of teachers said JA complemented &/or enhanced classroom curriculum;& 97% of students said JA made staying in school more important because what they learned could be used in the real world.
Letters of support: Tampa Bay Lightning; Hertz; HSN; USF; Scott Fisher Enterprises; Lockheed Martin; Centrylink; etc. G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 26 Knowledge is Power Duval Cummings 1,224,000 - 1,224,000 724,000 1. Description: Provides $1.2m in funding, increase of $724k, to cover extra Program (KIPP) costs for personnel, utilities, supplies, transportation, etc. associated with Jacksonville KIPP's extended school day & year. Increase allows additional 603 students to enroll. Funding additional to funds received through FEFP. 2. Importance: KIPP is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college- preparatory public schools. KIPP opened its first location in Jacksonville, in August 2010. KIPP provides students with approx. 1,550 hours of instruction during a 190-200 day school year. Traditional schools required to provide min. of 900 hours of instruction during a 180 day school year. 3. Other: School increased from grade of F in 2010-11 to a B in 2013-14. Funding: FY 11-12- vetoed ($400k). FY 14-15 - $900k; FY 15-16 & Base:$500k. Responded to Letter. Projected ROI: Serve 820 students, increase of 150 over FY 14-15; Ensure student performance in reading & math is approx. 30 to 40% higher than peer schools in area; & Increase number of external visits to school to share best practices with fellow educators. No Quarterly Report.
Gov Recs: Eliminates funding
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 29 Minority Male Initiative Broward Shevrin Jones, 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE. Ring Provides funding for Mentoring Tomorrow's Leaders (MTL) Program, a minority male, peer-to-peer mentoring, student leadership, & dropout prevention program aimed at reducing achievement gap for minority males & other student populations at 6 high schools throughout Broward County. 2. Importance: Program pairs high achieving minority males with low achieving male freshmen/sophomores for building relationships, role modeling, & exercising positive peer influence. Participants are involved in weekly academic activities, monthly skills training workshops, etc. Funding used to support district-based program coordinator; academic coaches at each program site: & mentoring sessions at local colleges. 3. Other: FY 14-15: $200k. ROI: Reduction in disciplinary measures for participants; Increase in school attendance; Increase in graduation rate; & Reduction in dropout rates.
Sup. Runcie supports. G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 30 Moore-Mickens Education Pasco Simpson 250,000 - 250,000 - Unable to get information on this project. Pasco school district not sure Vocation Center what the funding request is for.
G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 31 Mourning Family Miami-Dade Workman 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Restores nonrecurring ($1m) for Mourning Family Foundation Foundation for after-school & summer programs, & in-school support programs provided to over 500 children. Funding used for transportation costs, supplies, etc. 2. Importance: Foundation supports Overtown Youth Center (OYC) & Honey Shine program. OYC serves students in grades 2-12 & seeks to prevent students from participating in negative behavior by promoting participation in school through academic support & pro-social activities. Honey Shine is mentoring program for at-risk girls ages 8-18, program offers workshops addressing life-skill lessons, etc. & a 6 week summer program providing girls opportunity to build social & character skills. Goal ensure students graduate & are enrolled in postsecondary inst., or gainfully employed. 3. Other: FY13-14: $1m; FY 14-15: $500k; FY 15-16: $1m. Base: $0
Responded to Letter. ROI: OYC- 100% of participants graduated, 98% of high school students had on time grade promotion, 86% of 2014 graduates enrolled in college/voc. program; Honey Shine: 60% increase in academic performance & 100% of participants graduated. No Quarterly Update.
G: Not included.
EDU PUB 111 32 National Flight Academy Escambia, Evers 421,495 - 421,495 421,495 1. Description: Provides operating funding for National Flight Academy to: Okaloosa, enhance current six-day Deployment program to include a more advanced Santa Rosa educational experience for students in grades 9-12; Break down six-day program into to five programmatic modules that can be delivered as a field trip option for school groups; Allow children from underserved communities opportunity to participate in the STEM Saturday program at no cost. Total funding request $447k. 2. Importance: Academy offers a variety of programs, including week long (6 day) sessions, 3 day sessions, & 1 day ventures throughout year to students across country. Programs offers students in K-12 aviation-themed adventures aboard a massive, land-locked aircraft carrier. During week long sessions, participants live in multi-story facility which surrounds them with advanced technology, flight simulators, & virtual reality missions to encourage learning in STEM. 3. Other: New Initiative. Since 2012, academy has served over 4,700 students from all over the country, of which over 3,200 are from Florida.
G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 33 Palm Beach County Library Palm Beach Slosberg 74,000 - 74,000 74,000 1. Description: Provides funding for an on-line tutor assistance program for System Online Tutor students in Grades K-12, adult learners, and college in Palm Beach Assistance County. Program will be offered through the Palm Beach County Library System. 2. Importance & Impact: Funds will allow the l brary system to continue and expand the existing program by purchasing a yearlong subscription to Live Homework Help through Tutor.com. Service will allow students access to on-line tutors at no cost to them and are available in English and Spanish. Tutor.com offers assistance with studying, test prep, and homework in more than 40 subjects including math, science, social studies, and English. Estimated that the program will have over 19,000 sessions of service during the course of the fiscal year. 3. Other: New Initiative.
Rep. Slosberg G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 34 Pasco Regional STEM Hillsborough, Chris Latvala, 750,000 - 750,000 - 1. Description: Maintains FY 15-16 funding provided to Tampa Bay School/Tampa Bay Region Pasco, Pinellas Legg Regional Aeronautic Academy that offers integrated & personalized career Aeronautics education opportunities. Academies include following career clusters: Health Sciences, STEM, Engineering & Production Technology, Aviation, etc. 2. Importance: Class schedules modified to integrate core academics with career courses. Goal is to prepare students to be college & career ready by providing opportunities to earn industry certifications & transfer dual enrollment college credit to postsecondary institution. Examples of certifications includes: Certified Medical Admin. Assistant, Manufacturers Standards Skills Certification, Certified Nursing Assistant, Microsoft Office, etc. Students participate in a paid internship. 3. Other: Funding: FY13-14: $1.5m vetoed; FY 14-15: $1.5m; FY 15-16 & Base: $750k.
Responded to Letter. Provided Quarterly Report. Projected 15-16 ROI: Serve approx. 750 students (from Hillsborough, Pasco, & Pinellas); Tuition savings to participants for college credits earned ($4k per class a total of $40k if student completes program), etc.
G: Eliminates base funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 35 Pinellas Education Joyner, Sprowls 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funding to expand Future Plans career planning Foundation - Career Path tool developed by Pinellas Education Foundation. Total request of $1m Planning would serve additional 250k high school & college students beginning Sept. 2016. 2. Importance: Funding allows program to be available across state. Future Plans is self-administered career guidance program focused on directing students to in-demand careers that best align to their aptitudes & interests. Future plans uses assessments produced by Depart. of Labor & Rockport Institute to discern best career pathways. Funding used for server fees; customized reports; help desk; training; salaries; travel; etc. Program currently offered in 19 Pinellas County high schools to more than 20k students. 3. Other: FY 14-15: $250k. FY 15-16: $500k vetoed. Total contributions: $7.6 m ($875k private donations; $1.3m Helios Education Foundation; $4.4m Pinellas Public Schools; $750k Pinellas Education Foundation; etc.)
Dec 2015 survey ROI: 72% found experience to be beneficial; 78% reported a better understanding of their abilities; 61% reported being more apt to seek out edu & career paths lead to in-demand careers.
G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 38 Specialty Children's {Statewide} Burgess, Jr., Legg 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides $100,000 in funding to All Children's Hospital to Hospital Patient Academics improve educational services provided to hospital/homebound children . Vocation Center 2. Importance & Impact: All Children's Hospital Johns Hopkins Medicine, in St. Petersburg, provides expert pediatric care for infants, children & teens with some of the most challenging medical problems. Funding would support the hiring of two additional certified teachers to be based at the hospital and materials for the program. Currently, the hospital has one in house teacher that served approximately 500 of the 2,400 students that qualify for hospital/homebound services. FEFP funds are provided for these students who are enrolled at a public school. However, funding is only generated for face to face time a student has with a teacher. Therefore, the student is not generating full funding. 3. Other: New Initiative.
Senator Legg and Rep. Burgess G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 40 Summer Job Skills and Broward Rogers 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 1. Description: Provides funding for Summer Job Skills & Coding Internship Coding Internship Program Program to provide a summer program for a least 30 at-risk students in Broward County. 2. Importance: Program introduces students to software engineering, including website or mobile applications, by pairing students with mentors through internship opportunities with local businesses. Students trained on resume writing, interviewing & other job readiness skills, computer training, & technical training in various fields. Program also exposes students to municipal/community events to enhance their community awareness & civic involvement. At end of program, participating students will have completed 7 hours of meeting with a mentor, 4 hours of job readiness training, 70 hours of working in a business environment, 8 hours of community & civic engagement, & etc. Funding used: 10% admin costs (including a program administrator), remaining funds used to cover costs of the program such as, meeting facilities & awards to students ($750 per student). 3. Other: Formerly called the Caribbean Chamber Student Summer Entrepreneurship Program which was vetoed in FY 14-15 ($100k).
Rep. Rogers G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 41 Take Charge Foundation Miami-Dade Fresen 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides $300k for Take Charge College Ready program to College Ready promote college awareness to 9-12th grade students in Miami-Dade public schools. 2. Importance: Program currently serves approx. 600 student in following schools lacking college guidance counselors/advisors: Miami Senior H.S.; Coral Gables Senior H.S.; Hialeah H.S.; Law Enforcement Memorial Academy; Stellar Leadership Academy; Carol City Senior H.S.; Miami Central H.S.; Booker T. Washington H.S.; & Breakthrough Miami Program. Activities include: Discussing college elig bility; Post-secondary edu options; SAT/ACT testing requirements/preparation; College Fair & sponsored campus visits; etc. Total request of $500k used: $150k operating costs; $190k salaries; $110k college campus visits, training material, etc.; & $50k stipends for 10 student interns from University of Miami (UM) working to implement program in H.S. Currently UM covers Professor's salary & interns. 3. Other: New Initiative. Goals: Increase # of matriculating H.S. students; Increase # of scholarship applicants; Raise profile of higher edu in underserved neighborhoods; & Develop Internship/Externship opportunities.
G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 111 42 Volusia County Schools Volusia Santiago 185,000 - 185,000 185,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE. Manufacturing Provides funding for the Pine Ridge High School Advanced Manufacturing Program in Volusia County. Total request of $500k used to purchase equipment to further enhance the training at the Pine Ridge & purchase equipment for a lab at the feeder middle school (Galaxy). 2. Importance: Volusia County Schools has already committed $1.1 million towards the program at Pine Ridge High School. In addition, Volusia Manufacturing Association has donated a 3-D printer for the lab at Galaxy Middle School. 3. Other: FY 15-16: $284k vetoed.
Santiago G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 111 43 YMCA of Central Florida Brevard, Goodson, 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides total funding of $1.5m for YMCA of Central After School Program Osceola, Simmons Florida's after school/summer learning program. Program will serve approx. Seminole 480 students daily in 6 schools in Osceola, Seminole & Brevard counties in 2015-16. 2. Importance: Program open to students in participating schools but focus on economically disadvantages students with low grades & poor attendance. Focuses on 3 areas: increase GPA, increase students # of days in school,& decrease students involvement with Depart. of Justice (DOJ). Program includes academic support, enrichment activities, performance tasks, & interest-based learning. Some activities offered: character development, athletics, art, homework assistance. Total request $2m. Funding used to support current programs & expand to 6 additional schools, of which at least 2 will be in Seminole county. Expansion allows additional 480-600 students to participate. 3. Other: FY 15-16: $1m.
Responded to Letter. ROI: 80% will have a 2.0 or higher GPA; Overall average attendance of participants will be greater than nonparticipants; & 80% of participants will have no initial or repeat involvement with DOJ. Quarterly Report Received.
G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 112 7 Hernando County School Hernando Ingoglia, Simpson 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides funding for educational & therapeutic program District Project StarFISH assisting elementary & middle school ESE or 504 students, in Hernando, with significant emotional, behavioral & mental health conditions requiring intense interventions. Total Request $659k. 2. Importance: Collaboration between Bay Care Behavioral Health & Hernando School District. Designed to be short-term, utilizing evidence- based instruction (project-based learning, etc.) & therapeutic interventions to facilitate academic growth& reinforce appropriate behaviors. Academic, behavioral & therapeutic outcomes progress monitored & analyzed to evaluate progress. Baycare will provide mental health services to students identified as high-risk. Key Metrics: Early identification of behavioral issues; Increase family involvement; Decrease school absenteeism; Reduce juvenile crime; & Decrease # of child Baker Act initiations. Funding used: salaries & benefits ($1.6m); non-clinical therapeutic service ($10k); facility renovations ($10k); & mental health practitioner ($150k). 3. Other: New Initiative. Once established, program sustained with Medicaid reimbursement.
Rep Ingoglia & Sen Simpson G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 114 A 1 Academies of Clay County Clay Bradley, 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE. Schools Cummings, Van Provides $1m for Academies of Clay County Schools to allow high school Zant students to participate in career-or academic themed programs. Total request $1.3m. 2. Importance: Academies share 3 basic features: small learning communities; college prep curricula with a career theme; & partnerships with employers. Program areas focus on high employment demand such as, Health Science; Manufacturing; etc. Funding used for equipment & classroom resources needed for programs. Clay uses existing funding for initiative, such as Title II funds for teacher prof development; federal workforce funding to expand course offerings at academies; etc. Private support received ($300k from VyStar Credit Union; mentoring from area experts, etc.) 3. Other: New Initiative. According to Clay County, 1,300 industry certs were awarded in 2014. ROI Provided: Students earn diploma & in many cases an industry cert; Graduation rates increased 9.5% in last 4 years; higher attendance rates; & decreased behavioral referrals.
Bradley, Cummings & Van Zant Letter of support from Jerry Agresti, President of Developers Realty Group. G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 114 A 2 Seminole County High Tech Seminole Brodeur 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides capital funding for Seminole County High Tech Manufacturing Facility Manufacturing Program. This issue, House provides $500k in capital funding for the High Tech Manufacturing Program. Total funding request $2m for initiative ($1.85m capital; $25k prof. development; & $125k operating costs). Funding will be used to expand facility, accommodate additional 150 students, & acquire equipment needed. Advised school district will contribute $500k & private donations will be provided for this initiative. 2. Importance: In 2015-16, Seminole opened a 4-year high school advanced manufacturing program at Lake Mary High School & is serving 100 students. Program leads to multiple industry certifications, with goal of students earning the Manufacturing Skills & Standards Council (MSSC) Production Certification & at least one other CAPE certificate in computer numerical control (CNC) machining, computer-aided design software applications, or welding. As program matures, students will participate in apprenticeship, internship, &/or job shadowing opportunities. 3. Other: FY 15-16 funding of $94,301 in operating funding & $1 million in FCO was vetoed.
Rep. Brodeur G & S: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 114 B 2 Margate Blount Broward Jacobs 285,000 - 285,000 285,000 1. Description: Provides capital funding for the Margate Blount Archaeological Site archaeological site. Site was acquired by City of Parkland from Broward County in 2006. Site includes a burial mound & excavations of the area have shown evidence of human activity dating back some 3,000 years ago. Total cost of construction is estimated to be $285,000. 2. Importance: Funds are being requested to further develop the archaeological site. Development plans include: elevated boardwalk to include interpretive signage regarding site; outdoor learning center so that students may learn the rudiments of archaeology as well as gain "hands on" experience in a "dig"; & a small museum to display artifacts from site. Currently artifacts from the site are scattered amongst several museums in region. With assistance of Parkland Historical Society, goal is to unify collection for display in site museum.
G & H: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 114 B 3 National Flight Academy Escambia, Evers, Hill 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 500,000 1. Description: Capital Outlay Project. Provides $2 million in funding for Okaloosa, National Flight Academy to expand program by approx. 72 students per Santa Rosa week. Funding used to establish a new carrier air wing group, which includes flight simulators, lodging, joint intelligence center, ready room (electronic classroom), & joint operations center (coordination of missions). Total funding request $1.23m. 2. Importance: Academy offers a variety of programs, including week long (6 day) sessions, 3 day sessions, & 1 day ventures throughout year to students across country. Programs offers students in K-12 aviation-themed adventures aboard a massive, land-locked aircraft carrier. During week long sessions, participants live in multi-story facility which surrounds them with advanced technology, flight simulators, & virtual reality missions to encourage learning in STEM. 3. Other: FY 15-16 funding $500k. Base Funding $0. Since 2012, academy has served over 4,700 students from all over the country, of which over 3,200 are from Florida. Goal of expansion is to reach over 5,000 students annually.
Rep. Hill G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 114 B 4 North Florida School of Duval Bradley, 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 2,000,000 1. Description: Provides $2m for North Florida School of Special Education Special Education McBurney, Ray (NFSSE) to build new facility. Capital campaign will be conducted to raise Expansion Project $2.5m to fund remaining need. 2. Importance: Facility allows school enrollment to increase to 250 students. Building will include: K-12 academic classrooms, commercial kitchen for culinary arts, therapy rooms, library, gym, therapeutic equestrian center with stables, etc. Building & amenities open to all individuals in community with disabilities. Founded in 1992, NFSSE serves students ages 6-22 who possess a variety of intellectual disabilities including: Autism; Down Syndrome; Fetal Alcohol Syndrome; traumatic brain injury;& hearing & visual impairments. Programs offered are delivered though integrated team approach & include academics, vocational training, art & music, etc. NFSSE has an enrollment of 150 students. 3. Other: New Initiative. FY 15-16 funding vetoed. Land where facility will be located has been donated to school. Facility used as rec center for community in afternoons & weekends. Letter of support: E. Bruce Bower & David Stein & others. Opposition letter: Michael Stuart.
Rep. McBurney G: Did not fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 114 B 5 Pinellas Education Joyner, Sprowls 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides $250k in capital funding to Pinellas Education Foundation - Career Path Foundation. Total request of $500k would establish Future Plans labs in: 9 Planning additional locations across Pinellas County Schools, including: Career Academies of Seminole CAS; Pinellas Technical College; Clearwater, Dixie Hollins, Lakewood, Northeast, Palm Harbor & Tomlinson Adult Education Centers; & Additional training locations in districts across Florida with capacity for 1 training sites to accommodate at least 10 people per site. 2. Importance: Labs will use the Future Plans self-administered career guidance program to assist students to establish education/career paths that lead to in-demand careers that best align to their aptitudes & interests. Training sites will train counselors, teachers & admin. on how to the Future Plans program. In addition to the labs & training sites, funds used to develop marking materials, advertisement, software development, etc. 3. Other: New Initiative. Also requested operating funding to expand access to program statewide.
G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 119 6 Florida PBS Learning {Statewide} 882,000 - 882,000 882,000 1. Description: ADDED DURING CONFERENCE. Media Content Library Provides funding for Florida PBS Learning Media, which is a digital platform housing over 100,000 resources aligned to Florida's unique standards. Funding used to maintain and expand Florida's customized service, aligning approximately 25,000 new resources in 2016-2017, developing Florida-centric support resources (professional development for teachers, parent engagement, public /private partnerships to create content, 24/7 help desk) and expand awareness and add new users. 2. Importance: Platform can be accessed by public schools, charter schools, non-public schools and home school educators as well as parents, grandparents and mentors. Since its launch in December 2014 they have grown to over 100,000 Florida teachers and parents as well as more than 500,000 students as registered users. 3.Other: FY 14-15: $1 million in funding.
G: Did not fund.
EDU PUB 124 2 Hispanic Federation Adult Orange Soto 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides $250,000 to support Adult Education through the Education Program Hispanic Federation (HF). 2. Importance and Impact: Funding will allow HF to carry out programs to provide English for Speakers of Other Languages, adult literacy, and General Equivalent Diplomas in Spanish and civic engagement programs. Funding will be utilized for program operating expenses such as supplies, curricula material, and personnel time dedicated to program delivery and management. HF will provide $40,000 from private donations and receive a donated 300 books. 3. Other: New initiative.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 124 3 AmSkills Program Hernando, Ingoglia, Murphy, 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides $300,000 to support AMskills. Pasco, Pinellas Simpson 2. Importance and Impact: AMskills (American Manufacturing Skills Initiative) provides hands-on apprenticeship programs in the Tampa Bay area to 31 apprentices. The funding would be used to provide the facilities with new equipment and open up the program to 50 new apprentices. The program is aimed at STEM students in their junior year who want to begin a pre-apprenticeship, they will work with their manufacturing sponsors and training workshop. Upon completion of the pre-apprenticeship (two years), students will be halfway through their full apprenticeship program and will receive 25% of the credits necessary for an Associate's degree. There are currently over 10,000 vacancies in Florida manufacturing companies. 3. Other: New initiative.
EDU PUB 124 4 Pilot Online Adult Education {Statewide} Evers, Soto 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 1. Description: Added during Conference. Provides $750,000 NR to Smart for State Library System - Horizons Career Online Education to serve Florida's adults. Smart Horizons Career 2. Importance: Smart Horizons serves Florida's adults that are considered Online High School unemployed or underemployed to improve their employment and earning prospects by providing the opportunity to obtain high school and career credentials through the Florida Public Library System. The State of Florida has close to 1.2 million adults that lack a high school diploma. The program will its performance to the Department of State, Division of Library and Information Services on a monthly basis. Data provided will include the number of credits earned towards high school graduation by each student and the number of high school diplomas and career certificates awarded to the students who complete the program. 3. Other: Previous funding: FY 14-15: vetoed $500,000 FY 15-16: $500,000 Gov Recs: $0
EDU PUB 124 A 1 Haney Technical Center - Bay Don Gaetz, 970,000 - 970,000 970,000 1. Description: Provides $970,000 NR to expand the Licensed Practical LPN Building Renovation Montford, Nursing (LPN) Program at Haney Technical Center in Panama City. Trumbull 2. Importance and Impact: Funding will allow Haney Technical Center to renovate an existing building on its campus to provide additional space for the current LPN program and add more training opportunities for students to gain skills needed to obtain jobs in the healthcare industry. Renovation costs include fixtures, fittings, and furnishings. 3. Other: New initiative.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU PUB 124 A 2 Glades West Tech HVAC Palm Beach Abruzzo, Jack 1,471,714 - 1,471,714 1,471,714 1. Description: Provides $1.5m NR for Glades West Technical Education Training Latvala, Rader Center. 2. Importance and Impact: The Glades Career Readiness Roundatable (GCRR) is composed of business, education, civic, and community organizations that is working to provide a trained workforce to Florida. There is a need for HVAC workers in the Glades region and Palm Beach Count- DEO projects over 2,000 employees will be needed over the next five years.Funding will allow the Center to update a building at West Tech for life/fire safety before the program can expand. This includes an update to the fire alarm system, as well as an update to the existing HVAC bay so the college may run its PSAV program. It is projected to serve 60 students upon completion of the updates. There is not a Technical College or Center in this area, so West Tech will collaborate with the school district and Palm Beach State College to operate the project. 3. Other: Previous funding: FY 14-15: $426,826 (in K-12) FY 15-16: $500,000 (in K-12 FCO) vetoed because there was not a clear statewide return on investment.
Received letters of support.
EDU PUB 124 A 3 Fort Walton Firefighter Okaloosa Don Gaetz, Matt 977,000 - 977,000 977,000 1. Description: Provides $977,000 NR for the Fort Walton Beach Fire Training Gaetz Department Training Tower. 2. Importance and Impact: Funding will allow for demolition of the current training building and construction of a new structure in the same location. The current fire training building for the Fort Walton Beach Fire Department Fort Walton Beach Fire Department has been in use for the past 30 years. The new training tower will serve all Fire Departments and Fire Control Districts within South Okaloosa County. 3. Other: New initiative.
EDU PUB 124 A 4 First Coast Technical Putnam Hutson, Van Zant 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides $1m NR to remodel Mosely Elementary School in College - Putnam County Putnam County to accommodate workforce training. Campus 2. Importance and Impact: Funding will allow Putnam County School District to remodel Mosely Elementary School on behalf of First Coast Technical College. These funds would go toward Phase 2 of the 3 phase project; dual-enrolled high school students will be given the opportunity to receive workforce skilled training in the remodeled space. There is currently no other space to provide such training. 3. Other: Submitted nine letters of support. Previous funding: FY 15-16: $600,000 FCO
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments EDU SUS 142 17 Preeminent State Research Hays 20,000,000 - 20,000,000 20,000,000 Gov's Recs: $50,000,000 total Universities UF: $25,000,000 FSU: $25,000,000
GAA 16-17: $20,000,000 (Re-instated prior funding and made nonrecurring $3.4 for FSU and UF recurring.) EDU SUS 142 18 Emerging Preeminent State Alachua 10,000,000 - 10,000,000 10,000,000 Emerging Preeminence is a new item in the budget. Research Universities The Board of Governors shall designate each state university that annually meets at least six of the 12 academic and research excellence standards identified for preeminence as an emerging preeminent state research university. Each designated emerging preeminent state research university that meets the criteria will receive an amount of funding that is equal to one- half of the total increased amount awarded to each designated preeminent state research university.
EDU SUS 142 34 Proviso: FAU Robotics {Statewide} 100,000 - 100,000 - From the funds provided in Specific Appropriation 142, $100,000 in general Project revenue funds is provided for Florida Atlantic University to reimburse secondary school robotics teams that participate in the Florida Atlantic University-sponsored robotics competition for no more than $1,000 per robotics team. EDU SUS 142 35 Proviso: UF - Lastinger {Statewide} 400,000 - 400,000 - From the funds provided in Specific Appropriation 142, $400,000 in general Center Winning Reading revenue funds is provided for the University of Florida Lastinger Center Boost Pilot Program Winning Reading Boost Pilot Program to fund 1,000 students in Florida's lowest performing elementary schools that have been in the lowest 300 performing elementary schools for at least two consecutive years.
EDU SUS 146 1 Foundation for Healthy Alachua, Don Gaetz 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Proviso: From the funds in Specific Appropriation 146, $750,000 in general Floridians {Statewide} revenue funds is provided to the Foundation for Healthy Floridians to provide physicians information for their patients for case management/medication compliance education for type II or other chronic illness in low income or underserved areas to encourage healthy living as a key component to reduce health care costs.
Description: The program aims to provide physicians information for their patients for case management/medication compliance education for type II Diabetes or other chronic illness for low income areas and to encourage healthy living.
No specific details for how the money will be spent were available. ROI was not included.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS HCA 175 1 DentaQuest {Statewide} Jose Diaz 9,016 200,648 209,664 9,016 1. Description: Nonrecurring funds provided to DentaQuest, a KidCare provider, to cover costs associated with the Health Insurance Tax on Managed Care rates as mandated by the Affordable Care Act.
2. Importance: The funds cover a six-month period of tax liability already incurred by the dental vendor. The tax applies to total covered lives within the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation for the given dental vendor between January 1, 2014 and June 30, 2014. This tax will not require future separate appropriations since the Social Services Estimating Conference will build a reserve and percentage for the per member per month rate to cover future expenses.
3. Other: Non-recurring funds of $209,664 were vetoed for FY 2015-16.
HHS HCA 175 2 MCNA Dental {Statewide} {unknown} 8,157 181,538 189,695 8,157 1. Description: Provides non-recurring funds to MCNA Dental to cover costs associated with the Health Insurance Tax on Managed Care rates as mandated by the Affordable Care Act.
2. Importance: The funds cover a six-month period of tax liability already incurred by the dental vendor. The tax applies to total covered lives within the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation for the given dental vendor between January 1, 2014 and June 30, 2014. This tax will not require future separate appropriations since the Social Services Estimating Conference will build a reserve and percentage for the per member per month rate to cover future expenses.
3. Other: Non-recurring funds of $189,695 were vetoed for FY 2015-16.
HHS HCA 187 1 Additional Resources for Miami-Dade Garcia - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding to competitively procure a contract for Medicaid Fraud and Abuse enhanced Medicaid fraud prevention services in Miami-Dade County. The Prevention vendor must be capable of applying biometrics and the use of photographic images to ensure that Medicaid services are provided to eligible recipients.
2. Importance: In order to combat health care fraud, the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles must provide photographic access, pursuant to a written agreement, with hospitals, insurance companies, or their software providers, for the purpose of verifying a patient's identity or Medicaid eligibility by swiping an individual's driver license or identification card.
3. Other: Non-recurring funds of $250,000 were vetoed in FY 2015-16.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS HCA 201 A 1 University of Miami Hospital Miami-Dade {unknown} 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Provides funding to the University of Miami Hospital and and Clinics Clinics.
2. Importance: Funding is provided to the University of Miami Hospital and Clinics to advance the precision medicine initiative at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center for the purpose of providing lifesaving and cost effective care for cancer patients with fewer side effects and to enhance Florida's status as a premier destination for cancer treatment, prevention and research.
3. Other: N/A
HHS HCA 209 A 1 Shriners Hospital for Hillsborough {unknown} 400,000 - 400,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for Shriners Hospital for Children, a Children children's specialty hospital.
2. Importance: Shriners Hospital for Children is committed to providing the best care for children in the specialty areas of orthopedics, burn care, spinal cord injury and cleft lip and palate regardless of a family's ability to pay. The hospital's research teams include internationally renowned experts whose discoveries have changed treatment methodologies and improved the lives of countless children suffering from debilitating conditions. The hospital's mission is to: (1) provide the highest quality care to children with neuromusculoskeletal conditions, burn injuries and other special healthcare needs within a compassionate, family-centered and collaborative care environment; (2) provide for the education of physicians and other healthcare professionals and (3) conduct research to discover new knowledge that improves the quality of care and quality of life of children and families.
3. Other: N/A
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS HCA 209 A 2 Nemours Children's Orange {unknown} 800,000 - 800,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides funding for Nemours Children's Hospital in Hospital Orlando Orlando, a children's specialty hospital.
2. Importance: Nemours Children's Hospital in Orlando is committed to improving the health of children. Achieving excellence as a children's health system is a team effort. The team works together across specialties, clinics and hospitals to give children care that is among the safest, most caring and compassionate. The hospital measures and compares results to other pediatric health care providers across the country. It is able to look at how it is doing by tracking and analyzing information about patients' "outcomes", which is how its care affects the children treated. Some of the common specialties and services are congenital heart defects, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology and orthopedics. The hospital's mission is to provide leadership, institutions and services to restore and improve the health of children through care and programs not readily available, with one high standard of quality and distinction, regardless of the recipient's financial status.
3. Other: N/A
HHS HCA 218 1 Critical Pediatric Neonatal {Statewide} {unknown} 3,021,175 4,727,414 7,748,589 - 1. Description: Provides funding for a rate increase for Critical Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)/Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) (NICU)/Pediatric Intensive services. Care Unit (PICU) Rate Increase 2. Importance: This funding is related to the diagnosis related group methodology.
3. Other: N/A HHS HCA 218 2 Private Duty Nursing {Statewide} Grimsley 3,000,000 4,694,281 7,694,281 - 1. Description: Provides funding for an approximate 6% increase in Services Rate Increase reimbursement rates for Private Duty Nursing services performed by Licensed Practical Nurses.
2. Importance: Funding will be used to increase the reimbursement for licensed practical nurse (LPN) private duty nursing services. Additional funding will represent $25.92 an hour for the reimbursement rate for private duty nurses. The Florida Medicaid program currently reimburses an LPN $24.45 per hour for 2-24 hours per day of private duty nursing home care under the fee-for-service program. Funding will be used to retain the best LPNs through a performance review process.
3. Other: There was a 5% rate increase in FY 2014-15 for private duty nursing services.
A 10% rate increase for these services was vetoed in FY 2013-14. A 3% rate increase for these services was vetoed in FY 2015-16.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS HCA 225 1 Medicaid Charter School {Statewide} {unknown} 4,000,000 6,259,041 10,259,041 - 1. Description: Provides funding for Medicaid charter school Reimbursement reimbursements.
2. Importance: Funding is for school-based services provided by private schools or charter schools that are not participating in the school district's certified match program under s. 409.9072, F.S., to children younger than 21 years of age with specified disabilities who are elig ble for Medicaid and Part B or Part H of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), or the exceptional student education program, or who have an individualized educational plan.
3. Other: N/A
HHS HCA 228 1 Homeless Mental Health {Statewide} {unknown} 4,000,000 6,259,041 10,259,041 - 1. Description: Provides funding for homeless mental health transitional Transitional Housing housing.
2. Importance: Funding is for flexible services for persons with severe mental illness or substance abuse disorders, including, but not limited to, temporary housing assistance, subject to federal approval under s. 409.906(13)(e), F.S.
3. Other: N/A
HHS HCA 230 1 Intermediate Care Facilities {Statewide} Artiles 4,023,672 6,296,081 10,319,753 - 1. Description: Funding to increase the ICF/DD providers' reimbursement for the Developmentally rate of 4.18% by eliminating the statutory inflation freeze provision. Disabled Rate Increase 2. Importance: Funding addresses a rate reimbursement issue that will cover the approved cost of care as calculated by AHCA. ICF/DD is a statutorily authorized program that provides residential services for severely disabled individuals who require care on a 24/7 basis.
3. Other: Current number of clients in ICF/DDs is 1,701 in private and 669 in public. There are 90 private and 11 public facilities. Private vs. public cost depends on the client and the client's needs. Providers are reimbursed for the provided care and are paid on a per diem, cost reimbursement basis. ICF/DD is 100% Medicaid funded (federal and state). Allowable costs include rooming, dental services, preventative health care, rehabilitative care and transportation services. Approximately 75% of the program costs are based on direct care staffing requirements per federal guidelines; this is a rate setting for a 6-bed facility.
Total appropriation: FY 2015-16 - $247.03M; FY 2014-15 - $245.7M & FY 2013-14 - $243.3M.
FY 2015-16: $3,925,940 was vetoed for a rate increase.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS HCA 232 1 Medicaid Long Term Care {Statewide} {unknown} 3,173,065 4,965,086 8,138,151 - 1. Description: Provides funding to serve additional elders on the Medicaid Waiver Wait List Reduction Long Term Care Waiver waitlist who have been classified as a priority score of 4 or higher.
2. Importance: The funding will serve approximately 664 additional individuals for the House proposal ($10,771,993) and approximately 569 additional individuals for the Senate proposal ($9,233,137) at a cost of approximately $16,200 per slot.
$8,138,151 will serve approximately 502 additional individuals.
3. Other: N/A
HHS APD 258 1 Arc of Florida {Statewide} Hays 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 - Description: Dental services for individuals w/ intellectual &/or developmental disabilities who are are in need of dental services.
Importance: Preventative services for oral care will reduce or eliminate the long-term effects of dental issues for persons who could not otherwise access or pay for dental services.
Other: FY 2015-16: $2,000,000 GR. Responded to ROI Letter-expected return was savings for Medicaid via increased dental care access (donated services) for persons w/ I/DD. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates that as of December 2016: 60 dentists/dental schools provided services; 33 services have been donated; 430 unduplicated applications were processed; 394 individuals were approved for dental services; 184 approved individuals received services.
HHS APD 258 2 Angels Reach Foundation Miami-Dade Garcia 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 Description: Clinical, educational, & medical services for children w/ Autism & related disabilities & their families along w/ inclusion & leadership development for typically developing children, & includes services for adolescents w/ dual diagnosis. This service operates outside of the public school system (before/after school). Intent is to be able to serve more individuals and more age groups: ASD ages 18 months-21 years within the school setting & 18 months-40 years within the clinical setting, adolescents aged 12-17 w/ dual diagnosis, typically developing students 18 months-18 years, & families w/ special needs children.
Importance: This project proposes to utilize the requested funds to offset costs in the service of 190 individuals directly in its initial service year, & to extend to servicing up to 370 individuals per year by its 5th year of operation.
Other: Vetoed in FY 2015-16. Performance measurement: Daily clinical & weekly educational data will be collected/analyzed, providing minimally quarterly quantifiable performance measures.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 258 3 ARC of Tampa Bay Pinellas Sprowls 268,303 - 268,303 268,303 Description: Pilot project to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Foundation - Behavior services to individuals ages 3-21 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Analysis Services diagnosis or other related diagnosis. In addition to ABA services, the program will focus on a multi-disciplinary approach incorporating contractual services with a speech and language pathologist, a physical therapist, an occupational therapist, a psychiatrist, and a psychologist.
Importance: Services are fragmented, making the system difficult to navigate. Waiting lists for ABA are in the thousands.
Other: Performance measures: By the end of year 1, 90% of the individuals enrolled will have demonstrated a significant increase in the areas of academic and adaptive skills; 70% of the individuals will demonstrate a decreasing and/or stable trend of the problem behaviors in 80% of the intervals measure; 100% of staff and parents will be assessed on their understanding and implementation of treatment services in multiple environments.
HHS APD 258 4 ARC of Indian River - Indian River Mayfield 19,740 - 19,740 19,740 Description: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities earn Employment Assistance in a pay check by producing 4,200 oyster mats to place in the Indian River Aquaculture Lagoon.
Importance: In addition to assistance with the restoration of the lagoon, 40 to 50 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Indian River County will be employed.
Other: Project will be measured by the completion of 4,200 oyster mats (annual).
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 258 5 Area Stage Company Miami-Dade Fresen 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 Description: Involves students w/ developmental disabilities in the theatrical (ASC) Development process in a year-round program that promotes the integration of life skills Disabilities Theater such as collaboration, communication, public behavior & self-expression Program for Children into their realm of activities. Includes: sending specialized theatre/voice/dance coaches to partnering schools weekly during the school year for a minimum of 8 hours/week; a stage performance open to the general public; 5 field trips per school year to attend theatrical/musical performances in conjunction w/ academic classroom activities related to the performance; & a specialized summer camp that also culminates in a performance. Funds will go toward administrative/artistic/technical personnel, materials, marketing/advertising, & space rental.
Importance: Schools w/ arts-integrated programs report high academic achievement. Theatre helps w/ the development of memorization skills, language skills, communication skills, critical thinking skills, & creative approaches to problem solving.
Other: Vetoed in FY 2015-16. Performance measurement: With this grant, ASC could expand program to serve an estimated 2,000 children with developmental disabilities.
HHS APD 258 6 ARC Sunrise of Central Lake Hays 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Description: ARC Sunrise of Central Florida provides residential services, Florida medical assistance, and intensive behavior analysis for people with intellectual disabilities. Arc Sunrise also provides adult day training that includes academic instruction, vocational training, arts and crafts, recreational activities, personal care and safety, and group work.
Importance: The homes currently available accommodate 6 to 12 people and provide independent, self-sufficient lives for their residents. The training facility welcomes over 100 people with developmental disabilities from Monday through Friday.
Other: There has been no information provided as to what the funds will be used for specifically. No ROI or performance metrics have been provided.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 258 7 Brevard Achievement Brevard Workman 343,106 - 343,106 343,106 Description: The Industry Readiness Training Program was designed to Center assist persons with disabilities and their families by identifying, enhancing, and/or improving their work behaviors, attitudes, and tolerances to a level that will allow them to obtain and sustain employment at their highest level.
Importance: The primary goal of this project is to enhance employability and increase employment of people with disabilities currently receiving services, as these individuals will become less reliant on state funded services and become tax payers.
Other: Performance measures: 20 clients will participate in 1st year; 80% of the clients served through the IRT will complete a Vocational Interest Inventory; 80% of the clients served through the IRT will participate in a Career Experience; 4 clients will be placed in competitive employment; 80% of the clients served through the IRT will increase their maturity skills assessment by at least 20%; 4 community private companies will participle in the Industry Advisory Council.
HHS APD 258 8 Easter Seals Florida - Brevard 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 Description: Easter Seals programs across the country provide a wide Brevard County variety of interventions that help individuals, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) that include: Child care, early intervention, and social integration services for preschool aged children; Applied behavior analysis, social integration, outpatient therapy, and school to work transition services for school aged children and youth; Therapy, job training, residential, and social integration services for adults.
Importance: Easter Seals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, for more than 90 years.
Other: There has been no information provided as to what the funds will be used for specifically. No ROI or performance metrics have been provided. Easter Seals is currently under contract w/ DOH to provide Early Steps.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 258 9 Easter Seals of Volusia and Volusia Hukill, Santiago 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 Description: Early diagnosis, functional assessment, and intervention Flagler Counties treatments for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who are underfunded or underinsured within the Northeast and East Central regions of Florida. Currently contracted by DOH to provide Early Steps services in Volusia and Flagler Counties.
Importance: Referrals from pediatricians have grown from 2-4 per month in 2008 to 25-40 per month in 2015. As many as 90% of incoming referred clients are at or below the poverty level, which can limit their options in pursuing diagnosis and treatment.
Other: Vetoed in 2015-16 (DOH budget). Currently under contract w/ DOH to provide Early Steps.
FY 2014-15, Easter Seals was awarded $100,000 GR through APD. Performance Measures: 2014-15 - Between 8/2014 and 6/2015, 86.8% of clients referred by their physician completed the diagnostic and functional assessment process, 77.8% of clients on Easter Seals waiting list for lack of funding completed the diagnostic and functional assessment process, and 100% of parents/guardians/legal representatives receiving a 30 day post-diagnosis call completed initial steps toward recommended resources/interventions.
HHS APD 258 10 Hope Therapy, Inc. Clay Gibson 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Description: Funding for occupational therapy treatment and Equine Assisted Activities and Therapy (EAAT) services to children with special needs and training of developmentally challenged adults and veterans. Currently services 50-60 individuals.
Importance: Equines can provide hippotherapy or treatment with the help of the horse to improve balance, strength, coordination, and range of motion as the horse's movement is transferred to the rider duplicating the human gait and improving the ability to stand and walk. Fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills training can also be provided on top of the horse to improve handwriting activities of daily living, and math and language abilities. The emotional and behavioral improvements are also significant as the riders gain confidence and self-esteem.
Other: Will be measured with evaluations, progress notes, and participant surveys. The numbers of participants and costs/hours of served will be recorded. The breakdown on costs would be $100 per hour session with 1 session weekly per participant. This breakdown to 833 sessions allowable for each county mentioned.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 258 11 Loveland Center Sarasota Detert 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 Description: Adult day training that includes computer skills, safety skills, independent living skills, health & wellness skills, etc; Supported employment program that provides employment & volunteer support to adults with I/DD; & the Loveland Village, which is a planned residential community w/ 42 apartment units and 94 total bedrooms that will provide an affordable & supportive housing option to low-income adults w/ I/DD & their supports. *$500,000 Sprinkled on.
Importance: Maintain part time/full time employment & gives ability to live in their own apartments & afford their own groceries & activity expenses. Residents in the Loveland Village who receive Medicaid Waiver funding will be able to reduce their transportation expenses, & utilize a naturally therapeutic community for support, which may result in less Medicaid Waiver funding needed for independence.
Other: Outcomes - minimum of 130 adults with I/DD served through the adult day Training program, a minimum of 25 individuals with I/DD receiving supported employment & supported volunteering services, and a minimum of 60 residents will be provided affordable housing through the Loveland Village.
HHS APD 258 12 MACTown Fitness and Palm Beach Campbell, Garcia 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 Description: Creation of a wellness center similar to the existing one in Wellness Center Miami-Dade County that will serve 75 individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities. Start up expenses will include renovation, fitness equipment, office equipment, supplies, safety features, utilities, & personnel.
Importance: Addresses needs of sustained and regular fitness regimen for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they can avoid obesity, high BP, diabetes, heart disease, etc.
Other: FY 2015-16: $150,000 n/r TF. Responded to the ROI letter-the expected ROI is that the positive health outcomes of each group of participants will continue throughout the fiscal year. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates that as of December 2015, 41/91 participants had a reduction in weight; 10/91 had no change in weight; 22/91 had a weight gain of 23 lbs or more; 18/91 had a weight gain of 3 lbs or less; 56% of the 91 participants had a weight loss or no change; 39/91 participants had a reduction in BMI; 12/91 participants had no change in BMI; 56% of the participants had a reduction or no change in BMI; 42/91 participants had a reduction in BP.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 258 13 Mailman Center for Child Miami-Dade Fresen 800,000 - 800,000 800,000 Description: Will provide training to top staff, identified by center directors Development from 15 child care centers in South Florida that currently provide care for 8 or more children with intellectual or other developmental disabilities or special health care needs. Also, a library of web-based training videos will be developed.
Importance: Expands the direct capacity of child care centers, many located in underserved areas of South FL, to provide model inclusion care & early education to children w/ developmental and other disabilities in settings with typically developing children. It will also provide a permanent resource on the web in the form of informational and training videos to assist child care staff and parents of children with IDD.
Other: Vetoed in FY 2015-16. Expected Performance Measurement: 50 online training videos available online within 12 months; 1,000 videos viewed by individuals in community within 1 year, & 80% rated good or excellent; 15 child care centers complete staff training swap by the end of the 1st year; Knowledge about inclusion strategies will increase by 30% among staff; 80% of parents rate experience good or excellent.
HHS APD 258 14 Operation Grow - Seminole Seminole Plakon, Simmons 316,060 - 316,060 316,060 Description: Internship opportunities for participants who have aged out of County Work Opportunity the school system that will last over a twelve month period with training and Program support services necessary to turn that internship into a full or part-time job. Partnering businesses would agree to host five or more interns. Those interns not hired would move directly into supported employment and assigned an employment specialist to assist them in seeking competitive employment.
Importance: Provides real job experience that leads to competitive employment opportunities in the community. Provides an alternative to individuals who are appropriate for competitive employment in the community versus participation in Life Skills Training III (ADT).
Other: Vetoed in FY 15-16. Expected Performance measurement: Anticipates serving 20 individuals within 1st year. This program's most important metric will be the number of participants who are offered post- program employment by the business partner as well as the number of individuals that successfully complete the program. The training component of this program will include specific, quantifiable skills that can be measured and tested.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 258 15 Our Children's Academy Polk 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Description: Reimbursement of medical therapy treatments and evaluations Therapy Services covering physical occupational, and speech language pathology therapies for children that were delivered to students during the 2014-15 academic year. Our Children's Academy is a public charter school that provides a unique environment for special needs students to serve both therapeutic and academic needs of students.
Importance: Reimburses treatments for children and provides money to a public charter school for special needs students.
Other:
HHS APD 258 16 Our Pride Academy Miami-Dade Jose Diaz, 1,200,000 - 1,200,000 1,200,000 Description: Training for individuals w/ autism & other developmental Gardiner disabilities designed to prepare them for competitive employment, specifically in the areas of child care, office/clerical & food service. In addition, Our Pride will create self-sustaining businesses to include a full service laundry, candle, and body scrub business, & a business that will market greeting cards featuring artwork from Our Pride clients.
Importance: Employment is a critical component to successful independent living in the community. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 17.6% of all individuals w/ disabilities are employed.
Other: Vetoed in FY 2015-16. Program is expected to serve a minimum of 78 individuals w/ Autism and other developmental disabilities. Our Pride will work w/ APD to identify mutually acceptable performance metrics that could include the total number of job placements, total wages, total number of child care training certificates awarded, & the total number of APD waiting list clients served.
HHS APD 258 17 United Cerebral Palsy at Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 75,000 - 75,000 75,000 Description: Purchase of 3 specialized bathtubs with stretcher lifts, scales, Golden Glades installation and replacement of floor tile to serve 15 residents who live at the specialized medical group home.
Importance: Replacement of older equipment that has exceeded its useful life and has been outgrown by the residents of the group home. The medically fragile children and adults need specialized equipment for staff to safely move and bathe them each day.
Other: Vetoed in FY 2015-16. United Cerebral Palsy will submit documentation that supports the purchase of the equipment and that 15 individuals with special health care needs will benefit from its use every day.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 259 1 Rate Increase to the 1:3 {Statewide} 1,759,833 2,753,717 4,513,550 - Description: Inreases rates for 1:3 ratio adult day training providers. Ratio Service Rates for Adult Day Training Importance: N/A Providers Other: N/A HHS APD 259 2 Rate Increase for Adult Day {Statewide} 974,583 1,524,989 2,499,572 - Description: This is an across-the-board 3% rate increase for APD adult Training Providers day training providers.
Importance: N/A
Other: N/A HHS APD 259 3 Rate Increase for {Statewide} 4,242,289 6,638,165 10,880,454 - Description: This is a 3% across-the-board rate increase for APD Residential Habilitation Residential Habilitation providers. Providers Importance: N/A
Other: N/A HHS APD 259 4 Rate Increase for Personal {Statewide} 2,710,303 4,240,974 6,951,277 - Description: This is a 3% across-the-board rate increase for APD personal Supports Providers supports providers.
Importance: N/A
Other: N/A HHS APD 261 A 1 Devereux Florida Orange Plasencia 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Description: Physical infrastructure needs for the Threshold Center for Autism which includes interior and exterior renovations, as well as educational supplies to provide skill training. Such renovations include bathrooms, bedrooms, common living and eating areas, the adult day treatment program, as well as outside recreational areas.
Importance: Devereux Florida, upon acquiring the Threshold Center for Autism on January 1, 2015, inherited a substandard physical infrastructure and educational environment.
Other: Will be measured by evidence of physical infrastructure enhancements to the existing program and evidence of instructional curriculum and educational materials designed to promote learning and development.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 261 B 1 City of Hialeah Gardens Miami-Dade Garcia 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Description: Replacement of the community pool at Westland Gardens Park. In March of 2015 the pool was closed due to structural damage on the deck and walls
Importance: The park and pool are open to the public and serve the regional area encompassed by Northwest Miami-Dade County and Southwest Broward County with a regional population of 850,000 the city's swimming program at Westland Park accommodates 300+ children which include local school's swimming teams, YMCA summer camp, Hialeah Gardens swimming team, as well as daily usage by residents of all ages. The Senate appropriations bill contains proviso that states that this project is intended to provide water therapy for individuals with disabilities.
Other: No ROI or outcomes given.
HHS APD 261 B 2 Russell Home Orange 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 Description: Facility renovations and code corrections.
Importance: The Russell Home was the first non-profit institution in the country for brain-damaged children, and has been in continuous operation for over 60 years without any government support.
Other: *$250,000 Sprinkled on. HHS APD 261 C 1 Brandon Sports and Hillsborough Tom Lee, Spano 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Description: Addition of a second story (5,000 square feet of classroom Aquatic Center for space) to their existing building. Individuals with Unique Abilities Importance: the space will serve over 200 adults with intellectual unique abilities form the Hillsborough County community and the Pepin Academies Transition Program. The new partnership between the Brandon Sports Aquatic Center and Pepin Academies will be focused on several main areas: Active recreation, proper socialization, interpersonal skills, independent life skills, and an additional new focus on job placement/workforce development.
Other: Performance measures: Increased number of adults in the program who will start to live independently, learn an industry trade, and become a member of the workforce by getting placed in a job.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 261 D 1 The ARC of Broward - Broward 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Description: The ARC Broward Culinary Institute is a post-secondary Culinary Program certificate program in 'Entry level Culinary Arts' that involves a mission- based enterprise (catering) that helps fund services provided by ARC Broward. Funds will be used for furnishings and equipment for classrooms, kitchen facilities, and a vehicle in order to accommodate growth, assist in getting jobs for more students, and ensure its long-term sustainability. Note: *Supposed to be FCO. This is to continue expansion that was funded in FY 2015-16. *$500,000 extra sprinkled on.
Importance: The institute provides real world job training, culinary skills, employment, and financial literacy support.
Other: FY 2015-16: $250,000 in n/r GR for FCO. Responded to the ROI letter-The expected return is that 85% of participants who enroll will successfully graduate from the program, 75% of participants obtain employment within 120 days of the initiation of job development activities, 75% of participants who complete the 1-year courses will demonstrate increased knowledge of financial stability, strategies, and concepts.
HHS APD 261 E 1 Palm Beach Habilitation Palm Beach Hudson 166,511 - 166,511 166,511 Description: Removal and installation of new roofing on the administration Center building on the main campus. The building was built in 1966 and has been well maintained. Patching and intermittent repairs have been made on the building in order to maintain the structural integrity and usability of the structure.
Importance: The administration building houses administrative offices, case management services, vocational testing services, and a large commercial cafeteria which serves over 300 meals each day to program participants and staff.
Other: Vetoed in FY 2015-16. Performance will be measured by building, safety, and health inspections throughout the construction phase.
HHS APD 261 E 2 Palm Beach Habilitation Palm Beach Hudson 482,600 - 482,600 482,600 Description: Provision of city water and sewer utilities to a group home Center housing 9 men with significant disabilities who require constant supervision and a small house occupied by 3 men who are capable of living independently.
Importance: The septic field that serves the group home has failed several times in the past 8 years. Each time a new field has been dug the cost has exceeded $35,000. The most recent field recovery was in 2013. A major concern is that there is not enough water pressure from the well to install a sprinkler system for the residents.
Other: Vetoed in FY 2015-16. Standards will be measured by successfully passing building, safety and health inspections.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS APD 285 2 "Billy Joe" Rish Gulf 1,305,485 - 1,305,485 1,305,485 Description: The Agency for Persons with Disabilities requests these funds Recreational Park for the construction of a new pool bathhouse and continuing renovations to cabins on the Gulf side of the park. Rish Park's boundaries extend from the Gulf of Mexico to Cape Sand Blas Bay. The bay-side boardwalk will be completed in January 2016 allowing access to the bay.
Importance: Improving the park's amenities would encourage more individuals with disabilities and their families to visit the park.
Other: FY 2015-16: $840,000
HHS DCF 319 1 Electronic Personal Health {Statewide} 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 1. Description: Supports the annual maintenance costs of the electronic Records System for Foster personal health records system for foster children. Children 2. Importance: The funding enables the department to obtain personal health record system for foster children who are transferred from different locations throughout the state. It will provide foster families with important health information concerning foster children for which they are respons ble, saving dollars in re-submitting children to health testing that is already documented.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $350,000 NR GR; FY 2014-15: $170,000 NR GR and unexpended funds from FY 2013-14; FY 2013-14: $450,000 NR GR.
HHS DCF 321 A Qualified Expenditure {Statewide} - 2,000,000 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Continues the development and implementation of a Category - Substance uniform management information and fiscal accounting system for use by Abuse And Mental Health providers of community substance abuse and mental health services. Financial And Services Accountability Management 2. Importance: Provides managing entity accountability and visibility. It System allows the program to track individual client services and expenditures, use the system for invoicing, reconcile billing and track outcomes.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $2,000,000 NR FGTF.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 329 1 Child Welfare Analytics and {Statewide} - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - 1. Description: Continues the analytics and predictive analysis initiative in Predictive Analysis Initiative the child welfare system. This initiative provides the statistical evaluation of characteristics that contribute and prevent child abuse and neglect in the child welfare system.
2. Importance: Develops an initial instance of a data driven child welfare heightened risk model as well as a functioning family safety continuous monitoring environment data from multiple data sources. Analyzes, scores and ranks activities and routes alerts to child protective investigators and Community Base Care (CBC) case worker work queues when aberrant behaviors are detected.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $1,500,000 NR FGTF; FY 2014-15: $2,000,000 NR GR.
HHS DCF 330 1 Alpha & Omega Freedom DeSoto, A britton 125,000 - 125,000 125,000 1. Description: Assists individuals and families who are domestic violence Ministries - Hannah's House Hardee, victims or experiencing homelessness. The following services are Highlands, provided: housing, domestic violence education, homelessness Manatee, Polk, prevention, personal empowerment education, addictions recovery, Sarasota financial planning and recovery education, job skills training, counseling, life skills training, enrichment education, transitional housing and transportation.
2. Importance: The project states it prepares people to become self sufficient, gain stable employment, become better parents and gain access to higher education.
3. Other: No prior funding history. Performance is measured by completed certificate programs. Outcomes are measured with surveys of former clients, letters from county judges and recommendations by community leaders.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 330 2 Camelot Community Care - Hillsborough, Young 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Creates a pilot adoption support program for families who Adoption support services Pasco, Pinellas have adopted children from the child welfare system. Services include support groups, crisis response, respite, peer support, and clinical and other therapeutic services.
2. Importance: Several national studies estimate that approximately 20- 25% of adoptions disrupt or are at risk of disrupting. The model of many existing adoption support programs make services available and expect families to reach out for help; this is a pro-active model in which adoptive families will serve as leaders in the program and bring families together for support and intervention.
3. Other: No funding history. Outcomes that will be measured include adoptive family has access to all services; immediate stabilization occurs for high-risk placements; adoptive parents understand how grief associated with adoption impacts children; adopted child understands impacts of similarities and differences to family; adoptive parents form connections with other adoptive parents. Plans to partner with FSU for service array that can be evaluated for effectiveness.
HHS DCF 330 3 Camillus House - Human Miami-Dade 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides services to women over age 18 who are victims Trafficking Recovery of human trafficking. Program 2. Importance: Stabilizing these individuals ensures they do not become chronically homeless and are not re-victimized, while also allowing the State Attorney to prepare witnesses for trial.
3. History: FY 2015-16 $500,000 NR GR; Responded to ROI letter--The expected return was to serve 40 women for average of 4 months per woman; save $3.8 million (40 women served X $40,000 annual cost of untreated homeless individual) X 80% success rate X 3 years - 1 year of program and multiyear follow up. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates 14 women served; 64% success rate, and $1 million savings achieved.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 330 4 City of Hollywood Broward Sobel 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides an estimated 80 childcare scholarships to Community Development families whose household income is at or below 80% of the Area Median Department - Day care Income by family size. Approved child care centers will be located in the scholarships for the Liberia L beria or Washington Park neighborhoods and will serve children ages 1 to and Washington Park 5 years old. neighborhoods 2. Importance: The designated neighborhoods have the lowest income levels in the City and also have high minority concentrations. Parents will have the flexibility to choose a wider range of working hours or be able to seek opportunities to further their education.
3. Other: New project. Estimated ROI is 16 percent, with 80 percent of the benefits going to the general public. Model programs show early quality early childhood education yields more than $8 for every $1 invested. Each approved child care center's contract will contain outcome measures that will include a pre and post-testing of the children.
HHS DCF 330 5 Devereux, Inc. - Services to {Statewide} Plasencia 359,000 - 359,000 359,000 1. Description: Provides specialized clinical services for sexually exploited sexually exploited youth youth in residential settings and community-based settings, such as foster care and outpatient counseling.
2. Importance: Florida is ranked third-highest for the rate of commercially sexually exploited children.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $359,000 NR GR. Responded to the ROI letter-- The expected return is to provide services to 25 foster children, 20 training sessions to foster parents, and serve 100 individuals in outpatient setting. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates 9 foster children served, 10 foster parent training sessions, and services to 45 individuals in outpatient setting.
HHS DCF 330 6 Family First - Adoption {Statewide} Bean, Spano 475,000 - 475,000 475,000 1. Description: This fatherhood program recognizes and encourages promotion services - All Pro families who foster and adopt. With celebrities such as Tony Dungy and Dad Charlie Ward, the program is delivered in public schools, NFL stadiums, websites, and social media with recognition lunches, promotion of children who are available for adoption, and on-turf father & kids experiences.
2. Importance: Promotes fostering and adoption of children in the child welfare system.
3. Other: No funding history. Estimated ROI is 4X multiplier or $1.9M. ROI will be measured with a value on digital engagement results, donated media values, media impression values, attendance at on-turf events, participation in in-school chapters, and resource downloads.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 330 7 His House Children's Home Miami-Dade Garcia 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Funds a residential home and services for children ages 0- - Residential Program 17 removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect or abandonment. This provider specializes in sibling groups.
2. Importance: Few placements can accommodate s bling groups. Presently, 60% of the residential population consists of sibling groups of three or more children in the family. Joint sibling placements can increase the likelihood of achieving permanency. Several studies have found that placing siblings in the same foster home is associated with a significantly higher rate of family reunification.
3. Other: No funding history. Outcomes that will be measured include improve safe placement outcomes as measured by CBCs and DCF and reduction in time between removal and placement in care. ROI is youth can become productive and employed adults rather than a future of poverty, incarceration, lower levels of education and unemployment.
HHS DCF 330 8 Kristi House - Drop-in Miami-Dade Garcia, Nunez 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides specialized and coordinated services for child Center for sexually sexual abuse and/or commercial sexual exploitation victims ages 12-18. exploited adolescent girls Includes case coordination, therapy and a drop in center.
2. Importance: Works with the child and non-offending family members to add protective factors so the family can remain intact and out of the child welfare system.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $300,000 N/R Federal Grants TF and $250,000 N/R GR. Responded to the ROI letter--The expected return is open 5 days per week 100% of the time; 15 active members receive 16+ services; 10 emerging members receive 5-15 services; 6 groups provided per week; 19 children receive case coordination, or individual and family therapy. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update is open 5 days/week 100%; 17 active members receive 16+ services; 7 emerging members receive 5-15 services; 6 groups provided per week; 94 children receive case coordination; 6 children receive individual and family therapy.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 330 9 Place of Hope - Services to Indian River, Abruzzo, Magar 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides services to 265 children and youth who are sexually exploited youth Martin, victims of human trafficking. Funding will continue current services and Okeechobee, expand services to the region. The program provides services to children Palm Beach, and youth in a safe house, in foster care and to those who have aged out of St. Lucie foster care.
2. Importance: Florida is ranked third-highest for the rate of commercially sexually exploited children. The project states that in Palm Beach County, there have been 34 total reports of trafficking since January 1.
3. Other: No prior history. The project states it holds a 4 star "exceptional" rating - the highest possible rating - from Charity Navigator, an independent charity evaluator. This rating means that Place of Hope "exceeds industry standards and outperforms most charities in its cause." In 2014, Charity Navigator ranked this organization as #1 in youth development in the nation. Monitored by CBCs and DCF to determine performance and outcomes.
HHS DCF 330 10 Victory for Youth, Inc. - Miami-Dade Jose Diaz, Garcia 373,800 - 373,800 373,800 1. Description: Faith based initiative that provides food & supplies to Share Your Heart program maintain hubs within DCF service centers; works with Baptist Health to train volunteer chaplains to meet the needs of individuals/ families in crisis; partners with faith organizations to respond to disasters & emergencies by training & certifying emergency response teams & ACCESS centers in churches. Has MOUs for chaplaincy services with DCF, sheriff's department, fire rescue, school district, juvenile assessment center, Community Victims Assistance Center and City of North Miami.
2. Importance: Provides a trauma informed approach with child friendly environment at DCF offices; provides basic needs, & emotional/ spiritual support to help stabilize families and connect them with a faith organization in their zip code.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $250,000 NR GR vetoed. Outcomes that will be measured include: client will not have abuse hotline call within 6 months of receiving referral; 100% of clients will have needs identified on referral form addressed; job training/placement offered to 100% clients. From January - October 2015, 80% of referred families have not had a repeat call to the hotline.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 330 11 Florida Dream Center Pinellas Chris Latvala, - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Funds 5 beds in a safe home for male victims of sex Simpson, Spano trafficking and exploitation ages 10 to 17. The safe home will serve approximately 15 boys annually and is projected to open in late 2016.
2. Importance: This is the first safe home dedicated to serving boy victims of sex trafficking and exploitation in the state and one of the first in the nation. National statistics identify that there are between 100,000 to 300,000 children trafficked for sex in America each year. Conservative estimates project that approximately 10% - 15% of them are boys with other studies showing potentially up to 50%.
3. Other: No funding history. New program for this organization. Program states it will adhere to outcomes as outlined by the state and undergo an annual performance audit/evaluation each year. Program is partnering with University of South Florida to study service provision needs for boys vs. girls.
HHS DCF 338 Special Categories - {Statewide} 2,750,000 - 2,750,000 - 1. Description: Provides state employee adoption benefits. In the 2015 Special Needs Adoption session, HB 7013 reinstated adoption benefits for qualifying state Incentives employees. The bill provided that a qualifying adoptive employee who adopts a child within the child welfare system who has special needs is elig ble to receive a lump sump benefit in the amount of $10,000 per child and $5,000 per child for a child who does not have special needs.
2. Importance: The bill did not include an appropriation for this initiative and states that this benefit is contingent to a specific appropriation for this purpose.
3. Other: The state employee adoption benefit was funded for 10 years before being repealed in 2010.
HHS DCF 342 1 Adoption Incentive Awards {Statewide} 2,250,000 - 2,250,000 - 1. Description: Provides adoption incentive awards to CBCs. In the 2015 session, HB 7013 created the adoption incentive program to award incentive payment to CBCs and their subcontractors for achievement of specific and measurable adoption performance standards that lead to permanency, stability and well-being. The bill required DCF to conduct a baseline assessment of the performance of CBC lead agencies and subcontracted providers related to adoption of children from foster care. DCF is required to use the baseline assessment to annually negotiate outcome-based agreements with lead agencies and their subcontracted providers.
2. Importance: HB 7013 did not include an appropriation for this initiative.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 342 B Grants And Aids To Local Seminole Brodeur 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides design, planning and feasibility study to build a Governments And Nonstate facility to hold programs, training and courses that teach non-abusive Entities - Fixed Capital parenting and coping skills. Outlay - Kids House Of Seminole 2. Importance: The program supports victims and their families to stop abuse, support the recovery process and prevent future child abuse from occurring.
3. Other: No funding history. The ROI is interruption of the cycle of violence, strengthening of families, helping parents before abusive behavior begins, and increasing self-esteem and daily life skills of children. Performance measures are currently being evaluated. Once the project is constructed, performance measures will begin.
HHS DCF 349 1 South Florida State Hospital 524,868 - 524,868 524,868 1. Description: Provides for a price level increase for contracts executed with Correct Care for the operation of adult mental health treatment facilities and the Florida Civil Commitment Center.
2. Importance: The Department has executed contracts with Correct Care to operate the South Florida State Hospital (SFSH), the Florida Civil Commitment Center (FCCC), Treasure Coast Forensic Treatment Center (TCFTC), and the South Florida Evaluation and Treatment Center (SFETC). Each contract requires the department to request a three percent cost of living increase in its Legislative Budget Request each year.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: Vetoed; FY 2014-15: $2,500,000 R GR.
HHS DCF 349 2 Florida Civil Commitment 1,706,102 - 1,706,102 1,706,102 1. Description: Provides for a price level increase for contracts executed Center with Correct Care for the operation of adult mental health treatment facilities and the Florida Civil Commitment Center.
2. Importance: The Department has executed contracts with Correct Care to operate the South Florida State Hospital (SFSH), the Florida Civil Commitment Center (FCCC), Treasure Coast Forensic Treatment Center (TCFTC), and the South Florida Evaluation and Treatment Center (SFETC). Each contract requires the department to request a three percent cost of living increase in its Legislative Budget Request each year.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: Vetoed; FY 2014-15: $2,500,000 R GR.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 349 3 Treasure Coast 381,554 - 381,554 381,554 1. Description: Provides for a price level increase for contracts executed with Correct Care for the operation of adult mental health treatment facilities and the Florida Civil Commitment Center.
2. Importance: The Department has executed contracts with Correct Care to operate the South Florida State Hospital (SFSH), the Florida Civil Commitment Center (FCCC), Treasure Coast Forensic Treatment Center (TCFTC), and the South Florida Evaluation and Treatment Center (SFETC). Each contract requires the department to request a three percent cost of living increase in its Legislative Budget Request each year.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: Vetoed; FY 2014-15: $2,500,000 R GR.
HHS DCF 349 4 South Florida Evaluation 387,476 - 387,476 387,476 1. Description: Provides for a price level increase for contracts executed and Treatment Center with Correct Care for the operation of adult mental health treatment facilities and the Florida Civil Commitment Center.
2. Importance: The Department has executed contracts with Correct Care to operate the South Florida State Hospital (SFSH), the Florida Civil Commitment Center (FCCC), Treasure Coast Forensic Treatment Center (TCFTC), and the South Florida Evaluation and Treatment Center (SFETC). Each contract requires the department to request a three percent cost of living increase in its Legislative Budget Request each year.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: Vetoed; FY 2014-15: $2,500,000 R GR.
HHS DCF 363 1 Citrus Health Network for Miami-Dade Richardson 140,800 - 140,800 140,800 1. Description: Funds a specialized housing program serving high-risk the Safe Haven for homeless young adults ages 18-23. Program provides temporary housing, Homeless Youth program specialized case management, therapeutic behavioral health services and primary care.
2. Importance: Program serves adolescents and young adults who have been thrown out of their homes, or are running away from an abusive environment and at high risk of being homeless or recruited into human trafficking.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: Vetoed $100,000 NR GR; FY 2014-15: $100,000 NR GR; FY 2013-14: $100,000 NR GR. Since 2013, 67 young adults have been served, 66 remained in the community, 61 in stable housing, 5 in shelters waiting for permanent housing, 1 went to jail. For FY 2016-17, estimate 50 youth will be provided safe housing for 1-3 months. All participants will have access to behavioral health, primary care, and other supportive services depending on their individual needs. At least 70% will be transitioned to stable, long-term placements.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 363 2 National Veterans Brevard Workman 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Funds street outreach to locate and assist homeless Homeless Support veterans and provides 17 homeless veterans with emergency, transitional or permanent supportive housing.
2. Importance: The program states that no other program exists in Florida like the street outreach program.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $150,000 NR GR. Responded to the ROI letter-- The expected return was ROI of $150,000-$428,000 in savings associated with homelessness; provide services to 17 veterans. They have not provided quarterly updates.
HHS DCF 382 19 Baycare Behavioral Health - Pasco Legg, Perry, 750,000 - 750,000 - 1. Description: Funds a new team that provides comprehensive community Pasco Peters based services to children ages 11 to 21 with mental health diagnosis or co- occurring substance abuse diagnosis.
2. Importance: Serves children that have accompanying characteristics such as being at risk for out-of-home placement as demonstrated by repeated failures at less intensive levels of care; having two or more hospitalizations or repeated failures, involvement with the Department of Juvenile Justice or multiple episodes involving law enforcement or poor academic performance and/or suspension rates decrease out of home placement.
3. Other: No funding history. Outcomes that will be measured include: minimum of 60 children will be served; 80% of clients will have a CFARs score of improving or maintaining; a home visit will be completed with each family each week; average number of days in school will meet a goal of at least 80%; number of days in the community will be at least 65%; decrease in risk factors based on the use the SAFE-T risk assessment.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 382 20 Meridian Behavioral Health - Alachua, Bradley, Porter 750,000 - 750,000 - 1. Description: Funds a new team that provides comprehensive community Alachua, Columbia, Dixie, Columbia, based services to children ages 11 to 21 with mental health diagnosis or co- Hamilton, Lafayette, and Dixie, occurring substance abuse diagnosis. Suwannee Hamilton, Lafayette, 2. Importance: Serves children that have accompanying characteristics Suwannee such as being at risk for out-of-home placement as demonstrated by repeated failures at less intensive levels of care; having two or more hospitalizations or repeated failures, involvement with the Department of Juvenile Justice or multiple episodes involving law enforcement or poor academic performance and/or suspension rates decrease out of home placement.
3. Other: Outcomes that will be measured include: Serve a minimum of 60 children; Divert 65% from out of home placement in child welfare, juvenile justice, residential treatment; improved functioning - CFARS/FARS scores will improve for 65% of children; Attend 80% of required school days; Live 80% of days in the community; Parents of children ages 7-12 will show improved parenting ease. Target PSI-4TM scores will improve for 65% of parents; Parents of children ages 13-19 will show improved parenting ease. Target SIPATM scores will improve for 65% of parents.
HHS DCF 382 21 The Centers - Marion Marion Baxley, Dean 750,000 - 750,000 - 1. Description: Funding for a new team that provides comprehensive community based services to children ages 11 to 21 with mental health diagnosis or co-occurring substance abuse diagnosis.
2. Importance: Serves children that have accompanying characteristics such as being at risk for out-of-home placement as demonstrated by repeated failures at less intensive levels of care; having two or more hospitalizations or repeated failures, involvement with the Department of Juvenile Justice or multiple episodes involving law enforcement or poor academic performance and/or suspension rates decrease out of home placement.
3. Other: Outcomes that will be measured include: serve minimum of 65 youth; a minimum of 65 percent will be diverted from placement into child welfare, juvenile or criminal justice, or residential placements; a minimum of 65 percent will improve their level of functioning; attend a minimum of 80 percent school days; spend a minimum of 80 percent of the days in the community; a minimum of 65 percent of enrolled young people and their families will improve level of functioning.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 382 22 Sinfonia - Palm Beach Palm Beach 750,000 - 750,000 - 1. Description: Funding for a new team that provides comprehensive community based services to children ages 11 to 21 with mental health diagnosis or co-occurring substance abuse diagnosis.
2. Importance: Serves children that have accompanying characteristics such as being at risk for out-of-home placement as demonstrated by repeated failures at less intensive levels of care; having two or more hospitalizations or repeated failures, involvement with the Department of Juvenile Justice or multiple episodes involving law enforcement or poor academic performance and/or suspension rates decrease out of home placement.
3. Other: Estimates the ROI could be $3.8 million from diverting clients from inpatient hospitalization. Outcomes that will be measured include: serve a minimum of 35 clients each month; attend 80% of school days; 80% shall improve their level of functioning between admission to discharge; individuals will spend a minimum of 90% of days living in a community setting; 65% of the individuals and primary caregivers receiving services shall demonstrate a decrease in level of stress.
HHS DCF 382 23 Bridgeway Center - Okaloosa Evers 750,000 - 750,000 - 1. Description: Funding for a new team that provides comprehensive Okaloosa community based services to children ages 11 to 21 with mental health diagnosis or co-occurring substance abuse diagnosis.
2. Importance: Serves children that have accompanying characteristics such as being at risk for out-of-home placement as demonstrated by repeated failures at less intensive levels of care; having two or more hospitalizations or repeated failures, involvement with the Department of Juvenile Justice or multiple episodes involving law enforcement or poor academic performance and/or suspension rates decrease out of home placement.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 383 2 Stewart-Marchman Putnam, St. Hutson, Renner, 1,508,754 - 1,508,754 1,508,754 1. Description: Funds Florida Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Behavioral Healthcare Johns Stevenson that provides comprehensive medical and social services in the community to those with the most serious and persistent mental illnesses.
2. Importance: Assists in diverting these individuals from jail, a crisis stabilization unit or a state psychiatric hospital. FACT ensures that those it serves are living is stable, substance free housing, are receiving ongoing therapy and medication for their mental illness, have a social network, opportunities for employment, education and volunteering and remain current with any medical benefits that they may receive.
3. Other: No funding history. Florida currently has 32 FACT Teams. The St. Johns-Putnam County region contains the largest population in Florida that does not have a FACT Team. It is estimated that the first year savings are $50,000 - $100,000 per client. Outcomes that will be measured include reduced state hospitalization, CSU utilization, incarceration, days homeless, symptoms of mental illness, dangerousness to self & others, substance abuse and increased access to housing, preventative care, and social support networks.
HHS DCF 383 3 Forensic Mental Health {Statewide} Beshears, 3,504,000 - 3,504,000 - 1. Description: Funds three not-for-profit community mental health Transitional Beds Montford, treatment facilities to divert individuals adjudicated as incompetent to Moskowitz, Sobel, proceed or not guilty by reason of insanity from the county jail system and Young to move eligible individuals currently in the forensic state mental health institutions to community settings. The facilities must be located in circuits 2 (Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, & Wakulla), 13 (Hillsborough) and 17 (Broward). Proviso directs DCF to contract with these facilities.
2. Importance: These beds are an alternative to more costly institutional placement. The goal is to accelerate transition into the community, reduce utilization of deep end resources and provide services at lower cost. It is a challenge to admit individuals into state forensic mental health institutions within the statutory requirement of 15 days.
3. Other: These beds cost $240 per bed day, a total of approximately $5.6 million annually vs. $7.78 million for the same clients in state care.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 385 2 Centerstone of Florida Marion Baxley, Boyd, 840,000 - 840,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for 1 additional Family Intensive Dean, Hudson Treatment (FIT) team. FIT is an intensive team-based, family-focused, comprehensive services to families in the child welfare system with parental substance abuse. Currently, there are 11 FIT teams.
2. Importance: This goal of this model is to increase collaboration with child welfare and dependency court representatives; increase child and parent safety with stabilized family units; and decrease risk factors for re- offense, relapse, and further out-of-home placement.
3. Other: No funding history. The program has identified outcomes that will be measured. ROI is diversion from out-of-home placement for children including the child welfare or juvenile justice systems, psychiatric residential placement and adult residential substance abuse treatment.
HHS DCF 385 4 Here's Help, Inc. Miami-Dade Garcia 500,000 - 500,000 300,000 1. Description: Earmarks $200,000 in recurring funding in base and $300,000 in new, nonrecurring funding. Provides residential substance abuse treatment services for adolescent males in conjunction with a vocational education and job placement program. Approximately 99% of referrals are from Marchman Act, Drug Court, and other criminal justice referrals.
2. Importance: The project states it is one of two agencies in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties that provides residential treatment for male adolescents.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $200,000 R GR; FY 2011-12: Vetoed. This project was not sent a ROI letter. 85% of the adolescent clients successfully completed the residential program, 100% of adolescent clients were back in school after completion of the residential program.
HHS DCF 388 1 Circles of Care - Harbor Brevard Crisafulli 970,000 - 970,000 - 1.Description: Funds 7 crisis stabilization unit beds at this Baker Act Pines/Cedar Village receiving facility.
2. Importance: CSUs provide protection of the patient and others. CSUs treat more county residents within the county and in less restrictive and less costly environments than commitments to longer-term state mental health hospitals.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 funding - $970,000 NR GR; FY 2014-15 funding - $485,000 NR GR; ME contract history: 13-14=$9.3M, 12-13=$8.6M, 11- 12=$9.2M, 10-11=$9M, 9-10=$9M; As of 2nd quarter, project is meeting estimated FY 15-16 ROI.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 2 The David Lawrence Center Collier Hudson, Richter 100,000 - 100,000 - 1. Description: Funds the wraparound services that provide mental health services for high risk uninsured children with serious emotional disorders. The program serves children ages 5-19 who do not require the intensity of the CAT teams.
2. Importance: Improves access to mental health services, facilitate early identification, provide diagnosis and treatment and strengthen the link between community mental health and school based providers.
3. Other: No funding history. ROI is avoidance of residential treatment. Cost of 1 child for 1 year in WRAP is $3300 while 1 month in residential care can be $18,000. Outcomes that will be measured include 80% of children will show reduction in symptoms, children will remain in community at least 90% of the calendar year; children will attend at least 80% of school days; improvement in school performance; 90% will avoid legal involvement; improved level of functioning as measured by an assessment rating scale. ROI does not include measure for avoidance of residential care.
HHS DCF 388 3 Ft. Myers Salvation Army - Lee Benacquisto, 165,000 - 165,000 - 1. Description: Funds a co-occurring residential treatment program that will Behavioral health services Caldwell provide mental health and substance abuse treatment for 6 DOC felony probation beds serving 12 individuals. Services include direct mental health services, prescription medication, and lab work.
2. Importance: According to DOC, 17.1% of Florida inmates suffer from mental disorders that require ongoing mental health treatment.
3. Other: FY 15-16 funding = $164,250 NR GR in the Dept. of Corrections. Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to exceed a 60% successful completion rate, which is the national average. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates 16 clients served, 2 discharged administratively and 1 unsuccessfully. The remainder are on target to complete successfully, which would exceed the expected return.
FY 2014-15: not funded; FY 2013-14: not funded; DEO - VETOED - Salvation Army Transitional Housing Project (Po k County) $500,000; FY 2012-13: not funded
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 4 BayCare Behavioral Health - Pasco Burgess, Jr., 485,000 - 485,000 485,000 1. Description: Provides outpatient counseling and residential co-occurring Veteran Intervention Simpson treatment for veterans and helps families apply for financial assistance, Program employment and housing.
2. Importance: VA benefits do not extend to family members of veterans and many veterans are either ineligible for the benefits they need or choose to seek care outside of the VA system for many reasons. Florida has the 3rd highest veteran population in the U.S.
3. Other: No previous funding. Outcomes that will be measured include increased access time to care; increased wraparound support for families; reduce use of substances; decrease readmissions rates; increase employment rates; reduce criminal justice involvement.
HHS DCF 388 5 Camillus House - Broward, Miami- 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1.Description: Funds the Institute of Social and Personal Adjustment Behavioral health services Dade, Monroe (ISPA) program which provides a one year expansion of services targeting women with severe and persistent mental illness and/or substance abuse who are homeless.
2. Importance: Program is licensed for outpatient, day/night, residential and aftercare treatment services.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $200,000 NR GR. Responded to the ROI letter-- The expected return was 75 individuals will graduate; Approximately 70% of graduates will remain sober for a minimum of 5 years; save taxpayers $10M (cost of an untreated homeless individual X 75 graduates X 70% success rate X 5 years). They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates that Camillus House has not drawn against any of this funding.
HHS DCF 388 6 Centerstone Florida - Manatee Boyd, Hudson 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides partial funding for a four-year psychiatric Psychiatric residency residency program. expansion 2. Importance: Florida has a severe shortage of psychiatrists. This project states that behavioral health centers such as Centerstone are ineligible for Medicare Graduate Medical Education funding due to a federal exclusionary rule that excludes "Institutions for Mental Disease."
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $300,000 NR GR vetoed. The program states it will meet all requirements for residency set forth by the American Osteopathic Association.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 7 Circles of Care - Brevard Altman, Crisafulli 890,000 - 890,000 890,000 1. Description: Provides 5 community inpatient psychiatric hospital beds Geopsychiatric Care Center for seniors in need of psychiatric stabilization beyond a customary median services of 4 days and in lieu of court-ordered commitments to long-term state psychiatric facilities.
2. Importance: The program addresses the rising numbers of an aging dependent population with psychiatric, neurocognitive, and other medical comorbidities that lack a family or social network qualified to care for the patient. Patients will be treated locally for inpatient psychiatric care and eventually placed back into the community.
3. Other: No previous funding.
HHS DCF 388 8 Citrus Health - Graduate Miami-Dade Garcia, Nunez 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 1. Description: Provides funding for 4 primary care residents in psychiatry medical education in at this federally qualified health center. psychiatry 2. Importance: Florida has a shortage of psychiatrists. Residency slots increase the likelihood that medical school graduates will stay in state to practice medicine after completing their education. This project will help improve access to quality health care. This entity is not eligible for statewide GME funding.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $350,000 NR GR vetoed. Oversees GME activities in accordance with accreditation standards and adheres to institutional requirements. Compliance with the ACGME's standards is measured through periodic review.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 9 Clay Behavioral Health - Clay Bradley, 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1.Description: Funds a 6 bed residential Crisis Alternative Program for Crisis Prevention Teams Cummings individuals with severe and persistent mental illness or co-occurring disorders who are experiencing an acute mental or emotional crisis.
2. Importance: Designed to keep individuals with severe mental illnesses in the community and the family intact. Many are parents or caretakers who, if placed at the state institution, would require housing/placement of children or older parents.
3. Other - History: FY 2015-16, 2014-15 & 2013-14: $300,000 NR GR. Responded to the ROI letter--The expected return was 95% of persons will not require a higher level of care within 30 days of admission; 98% will access services within 1 business day; 90% of parents referred to family intervention services will successfully engage. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates 95% of persons will not require a higher level of care within 30 days of admission; 100% will access services within 1 business day; 94% of parents referred to family intervention services will successfully engage.
HHS DCF 388 10 Directions for Living Pinellas Chris Latvala, 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Provides an electronic health records system for children Jack Latvala in the child welfare system.
2. Importance: The system complies with state law meaningful use requirements under the Affordable Care Act, improves outcomes for children involved in the child welfare system by improving access to physical and behavioral health care screenings, assessments and services, improving coordination of care, allowing the transfer and use of electronic health records, and ensures the appropriate use of psychotropic medications.
3. Other: Vetoed in FY 2015-16.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 11 Florida Certification Board - {Statewide} Bean 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Creates a statewide training center for behavioral health Expansion of training center care providers. Emphasis will be on evidence-based and treatment/recovery practices that are culturally responsive.
2. Importance: Benefits to the workforce include improving outcomes and services for individuals with co-occurring disorders. Florida does not have a centralized training and technical assistance center for behavioral health. The Center will collaborate with multidisciplinary partners to meet workforce needs, reduce duplication and merge talents across the state.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $100,000 NR GR vetoed. Behavioral health professions decrease costs associated with criminal activity, health care and decreased employment earnings. Studies of outpatient treatment find that every dollar yields $1.33-$23.33 in economic benefits; residential treatment yields $1.68-$9.70 in benefits. Performance measures relate to the number of persons trained, evaluation of training satisfaction, and evaluation of individual's perception of knowledge/skill increase.
HHS DCF 388 12 Florida Certification Board - {Statewide} Garcia, Harrell 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Educates the public about ethical conduct for recovery Credentialing Program for residence administrators and how to file ethics complaints; creates a free Recovery Residence online course on ethical behavior and business practices for recovery Administrators residence administrators; investigates and processes ethical violation complaints for certified recovery residence administrators; develop and implement an online course for applicants applying for certification.
2. Importance: Pursuant to section 397.4871, F.S., a credentialing program is required for recovery residence administrators. In FY 2015/2016, the project received funds to develop a certification program.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $100,000 NR GR. A ROI letter was not sent to this organization. They have not provided quarterly updates. The certification program will begin by April 2016. Project will be measured by public education materials distributed/educational sessions provided; administrators who increase their knowledge as a result of the ethics online course; performance of the online ethics complaint filing system; types of ethical violations and outcomes.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 13 Gracepoint - Crisis Hillsborough Young 848,000 - 848,000 848,000 1.Description: Funds 8 indigent beds at this Baker Act receiving facility. stabilization units 2. Importance: These beds will close without this funding. Gracepoint serves a daily average of 39 indigent Baker Act patients.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 & FY 2014-15: $848,000 NR GR. Responded to the ROI letter--The expected return was 80% of bed utilization, 85% of individuals discharged attain at least 1 goal in their care plan. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates 6.21 average length of stay, 100% of bed utilization, 98% discharged attained at least one goal identified in their care plan.
HHS DCF 388 14 The Jerome Golden Center Palm Beach Abruzzo, Magar 575,000 - 575,000 575,000 1. Description: Funds a 12-bed residential treatment facility for individuals with co-occurring problems for an average of 48 clients annually. The target population is 18 years of age and older who are suffering from co- occurring disorders and are experiencing difficulty functioning in the community and those at risk of being admitted to the state hospital.
2. Importance: The program will utilize a comprehensive treatment approach designed to facilitate reintegration, recovery and stability in the community.
3. Other: FY 2015: $575,000 NR GR. Responded to the ROI letter--The expected return was clients live in stable housing at discharge; clients who are employed from admission to discharge; clients who are not incarcerated within 180 days from discharge; clients who are not hospitalized in a psychiatric unit within 180 days of discharge. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates 100% discharged to stable housing, 88% did not have legal involvement 180 days after discharge; 75% were not hospitalized after discharge. Estimates $1.5M annual savings due to decreased hospital, jail and CSU costs.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 15 Lakeview Center Escambia Evers, Hudson 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Funds a multidisciplinary team that provides mental health, substance abuse and care coordination services to individuals with highly acute and recurrent mental health crises. The team monitors health vitals and medication adherence, meets basic living needs, and provides disease management, psychosocial rehabilitation, and crisis interventions.
2. Importance: Provides services to divert adults from the most intensive behavioral health services to a community setting.
3. Other: No history. The project anticipates savings associated with reductions in emergency room visits and hospital days. The project anticipates providing intensive services to approximately 50-75 high risk individuals at any one time with a length of stay between 3 and 6 months, prior to stepping down to more traditional treatment methods.
HHS DCF 388 16 Lifestream - Crisis Lake Hays, Metz, 547,000 - 547,000 547,000 1.Description: Provides 5 Baker Act beds for increased indigent case stabilization units O'Toole loads. This facility operates sixty-two inpatient beds as a public Baker Act receiving facility.
2. Importance: Lifestream is the only Baker Act receiving facility in Lake or Sumter county. If this funding is not provided, these 5 unreimbursed beds will close. These beds can divert more costly services such as hospitals and emergency rooms and stabilization services in jail or prison.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 & FY 2014-15: $547,000 NR GR. Vetoed in FY 2013-14. Responded to the ROI letter--The expected return was 100% bed occupancy, diverter greater than 99% of admissions from state psychiatric hospital care. They have not provided quarterly updates.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 17 Meridian Behavioral Health Alachua Bradley, Perry 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Funds a health home for individuals with severe mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders within this community mental health center. Opens March 2016.
2. Importance: Decreases use of costly services, effective transition between levels of care to improve adherence to treatment recommendations, improves access to healthcare in a population with high risk co-morbidities and high morbidity and mortality.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $410,000 NR GR. They did not respond to the ROI letter. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates funds were contracted in December. Outcomes that will be measured include 90% of individuals will receive an intake assessment and health examination within 48 hours; 75% enrolled in program for at least 90 days will demonstrate improved functioning & increased social connectedness; 80% will exhibit reduced symptomology & increased stabilization of health issues; 100% will receive care coordination; 75% will report less functional impairment; 75% will report a lower severity of mental illness symptomology; 100% will receive a screening for co -occurring disorders.
HHS DCF 388 18 Miami-Dade Homeless Miami-Dade Braynon, Nunez 189,794 - 189,794 189,794 1. Description: Funds a crisis out-placement bed project that provides Trust - Crisis Outpatient transitional housing geared toward connecting participants to mainstream Bed program benefits and housing, targeted case management, and comprehensive primary care and behavioral health services. The program serves homeless, non-violence individuals charged with misdemeanor offenses, diagnosed with severe mental illness, who are referred by the 11th Judicial Circuit, Criminal Mental Health Project.
2. Importance: Provides housing and support services as an alternative to incarceration for people who need psychiatric evaluation and treatment.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $189,794 NR GR vetoed. Outcomes that will be measured include 65% program retention or client discharge into a less restrictive environment; increased client income in 80% of the referrals whom stay longer than thirty days; 80% reduction in criminal recidivism. In 2014, jail bookings and days spent in jail decreased by 85%. In the year after enrollment, more than half of days spent in jail were result of warrants or technical violations, as opposed to incarceration for new crimes.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 19 Northside Mental Health Hillsborough Joyner, Young 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Adds 12 community residential treatment beds for persons Center awaiting discharge from or admission to a state hospital.
2. Importance: The project states that data shows that short-term community residential treatment positively impacts successful community reintegration and reduces recidivism to the state hospital.
3. Other: No funding history. The expected result is less people residing in state hospitals who no longer meet criteria for continued commitment but cannot be released due to insufficient residential treatment facilities. The project states it will also measure individuals who need treatment and are waiting admission to a state treatment facility. Elimination of the backlog of individuals saves state funds.
HHS DCF 388 20 The Renaissance Manor Alachua, Boyd 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides low income housing, case management or Charlotte, supportive housing to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness Collier, Lee, to maintain independent community living. Manatee, Sarasota 2. Importance: Housing without supportive services does not reduce recidivism. With wraparound services and affordable housing, clients remain stable while living dependently, reducing acute care admission.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 & FY 2014-15: $500,000 NR GR. Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was savings from costs diverted from jail, inpatient hospitalization, and CSUs. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates 170 people served; None of the persons served returned to state hospital or jail. Less than 5% were admitted to a CSU in the 4 counties that the project serves. Sheriff's Office brought 40 homeless persons to this project. In the 12 months prior to being served, the 40 people had combined 350 charges, 197 warrants and 131 arrests. After 6 months in permanent supportive housing program, there was 1 warrant. Project's average cost per day is $16.50 vs. 1 day in a CSU at $650 per day, and $1,966 for a 1 day hospital discharge.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 21 Starting Point Behavioral Clay, Duval, Adkins, Bean 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides wrap around services similar to CAT and FITT Healthcare - Behavioral Nassau that targets high utilizers and those involved in the child welfare, have health services juvenile justice involvement, and persons admitted under the Baker Act and/or Marchman Act.
2. Importance: Nassau County does not have a FITT, CAT or FACT team.
3. Other: No funding history. Outcomes that will be measured include # of children served; successful completion of treatment; increase days in the community; increase time between acute care episodes; increase linkage to next treatment appointment within 7 days of discharge; cost per person for outpatient services averages $7,500 per person/family.
HHS DCF 388 22 Veterans Alternative Pasco Garcia, Simpson 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides 24 retreats to 100 combat veterans and veterans Retreat Program who have experienced military sexual trauma and their spouses/significant others. The program serves participants who are experiencing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and substance use. Retreats offer evidence-based modalities including Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Integrative Restoration, and yoga therapy.
2. Importance: The goal is to significantly reduce the risk of veteran suicide and to significantly increase the success of veteran and family transition after combat. This approach to trauma aligns with in-progress federal legislation known as the "Creating Options for Veterans Expedited Recovery Act" (H.R. 4977) by Rep. Bilirakis.
3. Other: No funding history. Project data from 2015 shows a statistically significant 25 point drop on the post traumatic stress checklist after Accelerated Resolution Therapy. A program evaluation will provide an independent empirical assessment of the reduction in the risk of veteran suicide and success of family transition after combat.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 388 23 Specialized Treatment, Brevard Gardiner - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides outpatient treatment to individuals participating in Education and Prevention the Brevard County Adult Drug Court who do not have the ability to pay for (STEPS) the program.
2. Importance: The program addresses DCF dependency cases and babies born with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS). Family re- unification rates are 50% higher for Family Drug Court participants, according to the National Association of Drug Court Professionals. Brevard County ranks fifth in the state for the number of babies born with NAS according to a March 2015 Florida Department of Health Report.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $935,871 NR GR vetoed. According to the National Association for Drug Court Professionals, for every $1, taxpayers save $3.36 in avoided criminal justice costs. Outcomes that will be measured include: An average of 88% of clients do not recidivate; 86% of clients complete the program each year; 83% of clients demonstrate a reduction in substance use.
HHS DCF 396 A Grants And Aids To Local Clay, Duval, Bean, Mia Jones 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Funding contributes to the building of a new outpatient Governments And Nonstate Nassau clinic and renovation of existing residential rooms at Gateway Community Entities - Fixed Capital Services. Gateway provides comprehensive prevention, intervention, and Outlay - Gateway treatment and recovery services that include medical detoxification, Community Services residential, outpatient and continuing care protocols.
2. Importance: By providing supportive transitional recovery housing, patients will have longer stability in their recovery environment, child care when working, 3 meals a day, and the ability to find a reasonable and safe community environment when able to move into permanent housing.
3. Other: No funding history. The total cost of the project is $3.6 million.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DCF 396 B Grants And Aids To Local Miami-Dade 245,000 - 245,000 245,000 1. Description: Renovates a vandalized building to provide specialized Governments And Nonstate therapeutic group camps to middle school and high school age students Entities - Fixed Capital with behavioral challenges that result in frequent short-term academic Outlay - Agape Network - suspensions and placement into alternative education schools. The project Specialized Therapeutic is a school-l ke therapeutic camp for ages 12-18 with an interdisciplinary Group Camps team.
2. Importance: The goal is to help high-risk students learn to overcome their behavioral issues while maintaining their academic progress.
3. Other: FY 2014-15: $137,500 NR GR. ROI is savings from costs associated with psychiatric hospital, academic suspensions, make-up classes and alternative schools.
HHS DCF 396 C Grants And Aids To Local Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funds to Fellowship House to expand long-term Governments And Nonstate permanent affordable housing for individuals with severe mental illness and Entities - Fixed Capital co-occurring substance abuse disorders. Serves individuals who have a Outlay - Residential higher propensity for reoffending and provides wraparound services. Support for Individuals with Mental Health or Substance 2. Importance: Many of these individuals are unable to find housing. Abuse Disorders 3. Other: No prior funding history. Outcomes that will be measured include: 3% or less hospital recidivism, improved attainment of goal outcomes in treatment plans, employed individuals retain jobs for at least 10 months.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DEA 410 1 Alzheimer's Project, Inc. Franklin, Williams 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Provides services to caregivers & individuals affected by Gadsden, Gulf, Alzheimer's & related dementias. Maintains funding for service expansion Holmes, throughout the current ten county area in the North Florida Panhandle. Jackson, Jefferson, 2. Importance: Current respite day care programs are all at capacity; Leon, Taylor, organization estimates with this funding it could serve an additional 2,000 Wakulla, persons per year since there is currently a waiting list of 21 individuals for Washington in-home respite. Organization does not serve clients related to the ADI or CCE waitlists.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $150,000 n/r GR. Responded to the ROI letter - Expected return was to provide services to caregivers & individuals affected by Alzheimer's & related dementias. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates 90 hrs. of case management, 95 support groups, 27 educational programs, 5,983.5 hrs. of facility-based respite and 3,461.75 hrs. of in-home respite.
FY 2014-15: $150,000 n/r GR.
FYs 2012-13 and 2013-14: No funding
CY 2014: 4,699 clients & caregivers were served in Leon County.
CY 2013: 4,065 clients & caregivers were served in Leon County. (see notes for additional other comments)
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DEA 410 2 Alzheimer's Community Martin, Palm Abruzzo, Harrell, 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides community-based, dementia-specific services to Care Beach, St. Magar patients and caregivers in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties. Lucie 2. Importance: Funding will provide for 50 additional licensed specialized day care slots in under-served communities. Comprehensive, family- focused model of care is provided. Specialized adult day care is a component that provides therapeutic care for patients and respite for caregivers. There are 9 day centers; each maintains a 5:1 staff/patient ratio at all times.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $500,000 n/r GR which resulted in $1.5M match. Responded to the ROI letter - The expected return was to provide specialized day care services. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates 228 patients at an annual cost of $8,000 per patient are served.
FY 2014-15: $1M n/r GR and received approximately $3M from fundraising activities, grants, donations and private funds.
FY 2013-14: $300,000 n/r GR was vetoed because the project did not demonstrate a statewide benefit.
Calendar Year 2014: 560 unduplicated patients received care at 1 of the centers. (see notes for additional other comments)
HHS DEA 410 3 Jewish Family and Collier, Lee Hudson, 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 1. Description: Provides non-recurring funds for a respite care program for Community Services of Passidomo people diagnosed with Alzheimer's and related dementia. Southwest Florida 2. Importance: Funds will be used for seniors age 60 and older who reside in Collier and southern Lee Counties. Funding will cover cost for the geriatric case manager who coordinates the support program and will provide for scholarships for 400 individual sessions to those unable to afford to attend the Dementia Respite Program groups. The JFCS of Southwest Florida Dementia Respite Program is designed for people who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia who are in the earliest stages of memory loss to mid-stage dementia. In this program, JFCS provides two respite groups with similar activities that meet weekly. The program offers a monthly support group to the caregivers and provides socialization and wellness with a holistic approach to everyday living and challenges by using activities that focus on connection when primary verbal communication and interaction abilities are altered.
3. Other: See notes.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DEA 410 4 Easter Seals of South Miami-Dade Garcia 101,850 - 101,850 101,850 1. Description: Provides community-based, dementia-specific services to Florida patients and caregivers for Easter Seals of South Florida in Miami-Dade County.
2. Importance: Funding will be used for personnel, program and occupancy expenses. Easter Seals proposes to open an adult day care center in Kendall to serve unique needs of adults living with Alzheimer's and related dementia and to link participants with additional community support services. Anticipated opening date is December 2016. Currently, adults with Alzheimer's and related dementia living within this community have no access to adult day care as their cognitive abilities decrease thereby leaving them to become prematurely homebound or placed in a nursing home. Center will have the capacity to serve 125 families. Examples of services include: nursing, case management, nutrition and transportation with a person-centered care approach. Center will operate 5 days per week for 11 hours per day and will increase to additional hours and days as the need arises. The center will maintain a 1:4 ratio which is critical to meeting the unique needs of this population. (see notes for additional importance)
3. Other: N/A
HHS DEA 413 1 City of Hialeah Garderns - Miami-Dade Manny Diaz, Jr., 215,000 - 215,000 215,000 1. Description: Provides congregate and home delivered meals as well as Hot Meals Garcia social activities to the senior citizen population who are in need and at risk of missing necessary nutrition.
2. Importance: Seniors who are at risk of failing to receive proper nutrition on a daily basis are offered a balanced hot meal 5 days a week. Meals provided to the Senior Center participants give them the necessary nutrition that they may not receive otherwise. Participants are kept active through exercise, activities and classes to maintain healthy bodies and minds thereby lessening burdens on the State. Program helps to keep individuals who provide services to the participants working.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $200,000 n/r GR. Responded to the ROI letter - The expected return was to provide seniors a balanced hot meal 5 days/week. They have not provided quarterly updates; called contact to verify current data. The latest update indicates approximately 200 individuals are served on a daily basis.
FY 2014-15: $215,000 n/r GR. Served approximately 210 individuals on a daily basis.
FY 2013-14: $200,000 n/r GR. Served approximately 150 individuals on a daily basis.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DEA 413 2 City of Hialeah Meals Miami-Dade Manny Diaz, Jr. 1,150,000 - 1,150,000 1,150,000 1. Description: Provides congregate & home delivered meals and social Program activities to the senior citizen population who are in need and at risk of missing necessary nutrition.
2. Importance: Program serves the elderly a daily balanced meal. City has 12 congregate sites and offers a home delivered meal program for the elderly that are unable to leave their homes. Home delivered meal program offers a shelf box meal for weekends. Participants go through a screening process for evaluation. (see notes for additional importance)
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $900,000 n/r TSTF. Responded to the ROI letter - The expected return was to serve the elderly a balanced meal on a daily basis. They have not provided quarterly updates; called contact to verify current data. The latest update indicates 18,285/month are served at congregate sites and 5,983/month receive home delivered meals.
FY 2014-15: $898,913 n/r GR. 140,843 were served at congregate sites and 60,844 received home delivered meals.
FY 2013-14: $500,000 n/r GR. 86,568 were served at congregate sites and 43,306 received home delivered meals. (see notes for additional other)
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DEA 413 3 Community Coalition Hot Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Funding to provide at risk, low income elders 60 years of Meals Program age or older with a home delivered hot meal on a daily basis five times a week.
2. Importance: Funding will provide for approximately 130 elders. Program assists Miami-Dade elders by maintaining an acceptable quality of life in their own home. A well-balanced home delivered hot meal is provided Monday thru Friday. With the additional funds, the organization will be able to serve low income, isolated elderly participants that are in desperate need of this service. Case Managers visit each participants home and screen and assess each participant. Depending on their priority needs, ranking, and nutritional scores, they are then accepted into the program. (see notes for additional importance)
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $250,000 n/r GR. Responded to the ROI letter - The expected return was to provide home delivered meals and telephone contact 7 days a week. They have not provided quarterly updates; called contact to verify current data. The latest update indicates 130 elders are served, there is a waiting list of 30-35 and 3,000-3,350 meals are served monthly.
FY 2014-15: $250,000 n/r GR was received.
HHS DEA 413 4 AAA Meals Nassau and Baker, Clay, Cummings 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides meals and social activities to individuals with the Duval County Duval, Flagler, greatest social and economic need in Nassau and Duval counties. Nassau, St. Johns, Volusia 2. Importance: Unit rates for meals are established with the contracted providers and include all costs (e.g. food, packaging/production, personnel, distribution, etc.). The requested funds will be used to continue providing meals to those elders removed from the waiting list the prior year so that their services will not have to be discontinued and then returned to the waiting list. New clients will be removed from the waiting list for services when existing clients leave the program. Clients will be removed in risk order so that those at greater nutritional risk are served first. (see notes for additional importance)
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $400,000 n/r GR. Responded to the ROI letter - The expected return was to provide wholesome meals to individuals. They have not provided quarterly updates; called contact to verify current data. The latest update indicates 766 clients are served and the waitlist is 1,565.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DEA 413 5 Ruth and Norman Rales Palm Beach Abruzzo, Hager 75,000 - 75,000 75,000 1. Description: Provides non-recurring funds for essential home health care Jewish Family Services services to prevent or delay relocation of Holocaust survivors to an assisted living facility or nursing home. Services include food/meal assistance.
2. Importance: Funding will provide home care and companion services to survivors at an average of 15 hours per week of home care. The continuum of care begins with an assessment, which covers health, environment and financial needs. Quarterly follow-ups very often result in a need for increased homecare services as the clients are aging and becoming more fragile.
3. Other: JFS has been in existence since 2001. With two locations in Boca Raton and Delray, JFS programs and services include senior services, holocaust survivor services, food and financial assistance, counseling and mental health services. JFS currently provides services for 322 survivors and approximately 1,000 survivors attend socialization events annually.
FY 2014-15: $250,000 in n/r GR was received. (see notes for additional other comments)
HHS DEA 413 6 Little Havana Activities Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 1. Description: Provides non-recurring funds for congregate meals and Center - Local Services home delivered meals. Program 2. Importance: Provides congregate and home delivered meals to isolated, frail, homebound elders living at or below the poverty level and at-risk for malnutrition and early institutionalization in order to improve their nutritional status and to reduce isolation.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $500,000 n/r GR. Did not respond to the ROI letter - The purpose is to provide congregate and home delivered meals to certain elders. They have not provided quarterly updates. The latest update is unknown.
FY 2014-15: $374,728 n/r GR. Contacted organization late in fiscal year; total of 293 unduplicated clients in a total of 64,906 units were being served.
FY 2013-14: $250,000 n/r GR. Approximately 1,900 individuals (together with Little Havana Activity Center Adult Day Care) were served.
FY 2011-12: $300,000 recurring GR was vetoed.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DEA 415 1 Villa Serena Group Miami-Dade Garcia 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 1. Description: Funding will provide a consumer referral program for residents in Miami-Dade County to assist them with placement in an ALF.
2. Importance: This single point of contact service center will permit choice counseling and referrals to the most appropriate ALF choices to best align with each individual's needs. The program will assist in providing the consumer information contained in the AHCA website through a phone line staffed by multilingual navigators. It will prevent inappropriate placement that causes disruption and continued relocation. This service will also expedite the discharge process from hospitals and health care centers. Those who will benefit include Florida's hospitals and individuals and their families in search of ALF choices with limited access to web-based services.
3. Other: Performance measures include the total number of calls processed, number of individuals placed in appropriate facilities, consumer satisfaction surveys, and community engagement activities. (see notes for additional other comments)
HHS DEA 415 2 United Home Care Assisted Miami-Dade, Garcia 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Funding will provide subsidized residency at the facility in Living Facility - Miami-Dade Monroe Miami-Dade and Monroe counties.
2. Importance: The $500 per person per month subsidy will go toward that Medicaid residents that receive room, board, meals, transportation, and assistance with activities of daily living needs in a dignified, safe, and decent living community. The facility, which is adjacent to West Kendall Baptist Hospital, would also serve clients from Monroe County.
3. Other: Currently, the facility serves 80 individuals.
FY 2014-15: $500,000 n/r GR was received.
United Home Care is a private 501(C)(3) non-profit home health and community care organization with a 42-year history. They are also the largest Community Care for the Elderly (CCE) Lead Agency in Miami-Dade County.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DEA 419 1 PACE Expansion - Palm Palm Beach Hager, Hudson, 2,001,310 3,131,570 5,132,880 - 1. Description: Provides for 200 slots in Palm Beach County for PACE. Beach County Negron 2. Importance: PACE is a Medicare and Medicaid funded program that assists elderly and disabled adults that need nursing home level of care to remain in the community with a comprehensive array of home and community-based services at a lower cost than nursing home care. Services are provided in the adult day health center, client's home and inpatient facilities as needed. PACE offers a complete range of health and supportive services, all designed to keep elderly living in their homes as long as possible. (see notes for additional importance)
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $3,024,139 recurring GR & OMTF for 156 slots. Responded to the ROI letter - The expected return was to provide services at a lower cost than nursing home care. They have not provided quarterly updates; called contact to verify current data. The latest update indicates that the facility has filled 225 of the 656 authorized/funded slots and there is a waiting list of 300 people.
FY 2014-15: $3,890,112 recurring GR & OMTF for 200 slots.
FY 2013-14: $1,752,000 recurring GR & OMTF for 100 slots.
HHS DEA 419 2 PACE Expansion - Miami- Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 1,583,381 2,477,611 4,060,992 400,000 1. Description: Provides for 134 slots in Miami-Dade County for PACE. Dade County 2. Importance: PACE is a Medicare and Medicaid funded program that assists elderly and disabled adults that need nursing home level of care to remain in the community with a comprehensive array of home and community-based services at a lower cost than nursing home care. Services are provided in the adult day health center, client's home and inpatient facilities as needed. PACE offers a complete range of health and supportive services, all designed to keep elderly living in their homes as long as possible. (see notes for additional importance)
3. Other: The facility has currently filled 482 of the 575 authorized/funded slots, and there is a waiting list of 82 people.
FY 2014-15: $3,523,275 recurring GR & OMTF for 125 slots.
FY 2012-13: Received funding for 100 slots (no specific funding breakdown in proviso).
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DEA 419 3 PACE Expansion - Pinellas Pinellas {unknown} 600,000 938,856 1,538,856 600,000 1. Description: Provides for 60 slots to Pinellas County for PACE. County 2. Importance: PACE is a Medicare and Medicaid funded program that assists elderly and disabled adults that need nursing home level of care to remain in the community with a comprehensive array of home and community-based services at a lower cost than nursing home care. Services are provided in the adult day health center, client's home and inpatient facilities as needed. PACE offers a complete range of health and supportive services, all designed to keep elderly living in their homes as long as possible. (see notes for additional importance)
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $975,570 recurring GR & OMTF for 50 slots was vetoed.
FY 2014-15: $1,951,140 recurring GR & OMTF for 100 slots.
FY 2011-12: Received funding for 75 slots (no specific funding breakdown in proviso).
HHS DEA 419 A 1 FCO - Easter Seals of Miami-Dade Abruzzo, Garcia 60,037 - 60,037 60,037 1. Description: Provides community-based, dementia-specific services to South Florida patients & caregivers in Miami-Dade County.
2. Importance: Funding will support the relocation and expansion of Easter Seals of South Florida's Adult Day Care Center and will provide for program and occupancy expenses such as electrical, waste and security services. The center will be for 90 adults living with Alzheimer's and related dementia which will be relocated within Hialeah. Without a relocation, Easter Seals will likely be unable to sustain its center in Hialeah, and adults living with Alzheimer's and related dementia within this community would be left with no access to adult day care as their cognitive abilities decrease thereby leaving them to become prematurely either homebound or placed in a nursing home.
3. Other: Due to the location and significant limitations of the space, the center served only 51 families in 2015 with an average daily census of 37 adults. With the opening of a new adult day care center in Hialeah, Easter Seals will continue to serve the unique needs of adults living with Alzheimer's and related dementia and to link participants with additional community support services.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DEA 419 B 1 FCO - Pasco Elderly Pasco Corcoran, Murphy 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Funding of $250K will assist in a Public, Private Partnership Nutrition Kitchen (PPP) for in-house food production and the purchase and installation of kitchen equipment; there are no matching funds; and actual need is $500K.
2. Importance: Outside vendor price of $3.09 could increase by approximately 3% per year according to the Consumer Price Index. With a PPP, the agreement would lock in the lower price for a period of the first 5 years. Current food vendor will also have the opportunity to bid for this contract. The intent is to contract with a vendor to provide meals for approximately $1 less per meal than the current price. Approximately 200K meals are produced annually for $3.09 per meal. Anticipated cost of PPP meals is $2 - $2.50 per meal resulting in a savings to Pasco County of about $500K to $1M. The savings can be used to expand services and provide an additional 188 - 436 people per day.
3. Other: Currently, there are approximately 100 seniors on a waiting list for the Pasco Elderly Nutrition Program. This fixed capital outlay appropriation of $250K was vetoed for FY 2015-16.
HHS DEA 419 B 2 Violeta Duenas Senior Miami-Dade Flores 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Funding will assist with the construction of a new facility, the Center Violeta Duenas Monte Senior Center. Matching funds are $4,168,863 ($2.7 million in state funds from prior FYs, $968,863 from Little Havana and $500K from Miami-Dade).
2. Importance: Project will serve to relocate seniors presently at the Mildred Pepper Senior Center, which is currently experiencing overcrowding. The new center will consist of an adult day care center to house an estimated 50 frail, elderly individuals and a senior center to serve approximately 150 seniors from the Miami-Dade area on a daily basis. This will relieve the overcrowding and allow additional seniors from the area to receive services offered by Little Havana Activities & Nutrition Centers of Dade County, Inc.
3. Other: Services that will be provided consist of adult day care, senior center activities such as education, recreation, exercise, arts and crafts, and hot congregate meals. This project will create permanent employment for an estimated additional 12 individuals. A fixed capital outlay appropriation of $500K was vetoed for FY 2015-16.
HHS DEA 433 1 Additional Funding for {Statewide} {unknown} 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 1. Description: Provides additional funding for public guardianship. Public Guardianship 2. Importance: Funding is for currently unfunded public guardianship services.
3. Other: N/A
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 460 1 Community Water Hays 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Description: Funds to assist local entities that seek financial assistance in Fluoridation fluoridating their water systems. Local entities would use these funds to purchase and install water fluoridation equipment and update fluoridated water treatment centers.
Importance: Currently, there are 19 un-fluoridated counties in the state. Studies show that for more than 65 years, community water fluoridation has resulted in 20% - 40% reduction in tooth decay.
Other: ROI: $1 invested in water fluoridation saves $43 in dental treatment costs. The Department of Health tracks the city and county water systems that are fluoridated in the state through the Public Health Dental Program.
HHS DOH 463 1 Ounce of Prevention Fund 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Description: Still researching. No information available at this time. of Florida Importance:
Other: The $500,000 was included as part of the sprinkles on 3/7/2016.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 464 1 Pregnancy Support 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides recurring funds to the current vendor contract to Services Program provide direct client services which include: pregnancy testing, counseling and support services with the goal of childbirth and/or lifestyle counseling, referral services, education and training classes. In addition the program includes the services of a toll free 24/7 staffed call center and a website to direct women to participating direct client service providers.
2. Importance: Reduce the number of women terminating pregnancy.
3. Other: Starting FY 2011-2012 through proviso language, the Department was directed to enter into a contract with a current Florida Pregnancy Support Services Program contract management provider. As a result, the Florida Pregnancy Care Network, Inc. (FPCN) became the sole contractor for FY 2011-2012 and beyond. Prior to FY 2011-12, there were two providers receiving the Crisis Counseling appropriation.
FY 15-16 $2M base and $2M n/r GR; FY14-15 $2M earmarked base
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 466 50 Florida State University {Statewide} Hudson 450,000 - 450,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding to give children in rural areas access to College of Medicine behavioral health care and early prevention and management of illnesses Immokalee Education Site through their primary care providers. Resources and consultation to healthcare providers in statewide rural areas is provided especially in areas of healthcare provider shortages.
2. Importance: Primary care allows children access to behavioral healthcare that is more cost efficient than specialty mental health care. Patients with co-morbid behavioral conditions costs are 2-3% times higher.
3. Other: Requested as a 3-year project; This is 4th year request for funding.
FY15-16 $463,500; Responded to ROI letter--The expected return was to increase web-based screening tools and intervention services, increase provider training, strengthen infrastructure, and disseminate findings statewide. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update included a detailed work plan and progress report on the creation of a universal screening protocol during child well visits and development of a toxic stress resource website for providers and patients.
FY14-15$300K n/r GR; FY13-14 $300K n/r GR
HHS DOH 466 55 Florida Association Free {Statewide} Renner 10,000,000 - 10,000,000 500,000 1. Description: Funds to support grants to approximately 90 not for profit and Charitable Clinics community-based and faith-base clinics throughout the state that are members of the Florida Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (FAFCC).
2. Importance: S. 766.1115, F.S., extends sovereign immunity to health care providers who execute a contract with a governmental contractor and who, as agents of the state, provide volunteer, uncompensated health care services to low-income individuals. SB 1034/HB 1431 is proposing a fix to allow for the use of funds to be used for services.
3. Other: FY15-16 $9.5M ($500K n/r) veto. FY14-15 $4.5M n/r GR;
$0 of appropriation for administration; all will pass to the grantees. FAFCC will recoup costs through a separate 5% membership fee that each clinic pays for any public or private funds that receive that are raised, negotiated or managed by FAFCC.
ROI: $1 state funds to $6 provided health care services
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 466 60 Division of Community Porter, Ray, Van 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides auditory-oral early intervention for families with Health Promotion Bureau of Zant children from birth through two years of age with hearing loss. Chronic Disease 2. Importance: Annual cost for intensive early intervention services is approximately $36,000 per child. Early steps contracts and public school contracts offset approximately one third of the cost but these services lack adequate resources to underserved families. This service is life critical to the child's development since speech and hearing are central to the group.
3. Other: FY 15 -16 $400k n/r GR veto
HHS DOH 466 65 Teen Xpress Orange Miller 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 1. Description: Funding provides medical services such as assessments, treatment, labs, medications, case management and mental health counseling services to teenage students in Central Florida area through establishing medical homes.
2. Importance: To address healthcare needs of students and teens in the Central Florida area who have limited access or no access to healthcare services.
3. Other: FY15-16 $350K veto. FY14-15 $50K served 32 additional students.
Program run through Orlando Health, a non-profit hospital, with an overall profitability of $231,526,329 or 14.3% in 2014.
HHS DOH 466 70 Florida Donated Dental {Statewide} Costello, Hays 170,000 - 170,000 170,000 1. Description: Funding will be used two fund two-full-time coordinators Services and operating expenses for the Donated Dental Services Program operated through Dental Lifeline Network.
2. Importance: Provide an avenue for dentists and dental laboratories to donate comprehensive treatment for people with disabilities, the elderly or medically fragile and those who cannot afford dental care
3. Other: Since July 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015, patients have received $503,998 in treatment. These individuals would have ended up seeking dental care in the emergency room which is cost prohibitive and does not resolve the patient's underlying problem. The funding will allow the hiring of an additional dental coordinator that will increase services to approximately $1.35 million in donated care for the fiscal year July 1 - June 30.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 466 75 Women's Breast and Heart 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funding to expand breast cancer and heart disease Initiative, Florida Affiliate intervention in more Florida counties and neighborhoods for underserved women.
2. Importance: Provide resources to women to fight breast cancer and heart disease through educational outreach, screening, referrals, coordinated care, navigation, physical activity and healthier eating habits.
3. Other: No funding received from the State of Florida. Only private donations received from organizations.
HHS DOH 466 80 Keys Area Health Monroe Fitzenhagen, 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Funds to purchase medical supplies and vaccines, support Education Center Flores an oral health program and staff (ARNP, RN, PA, medical director) and associated operational costs to support 6 school-based primary care clinics to serve as the medical home for students and families in Monroe County.
2. Importance: Many parents have not and will not enroll for health insurance through ACA or Kidcare. School district reports 10% of their students miss 21 days or more of school annually due to illness. Start-up model in operation for 18 months. Data from the Department of Education shows only 6.9% of students in teh district miss 21 days or more of school annually among the lowest rates in the state.
3. Other: Clinical expenses are covered by grants; patients have no out-of- pocket expenses eliminating barriers to care. Clinic costs approx. $36 per unique patient encounter or $6.80 per service encounter. ER costs $250 per service; urgent care $100; primary care $50.
State funds will allow Keys AHEC to acquire match funds and generate partial program revenue. Pledges of $309K anticipated revenue from local sources.
FY15-16 $100K n/r GR veto; FY14-15 $250K n/r GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 466 85 Sant La Haitian Miami-Dade Ahern 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Funds provide application assistance for publicly funded Neighborhood Association health insurance (Kidcare/Medicaid) for a minimum of 1,200 individuals, assist with a least 350 health insurance renewals, and monitoring initial and renewal applications, provide linkages to medical homes and referrals to specialized health services for 300 families in the Haitian community who reside in medically underserved areas of Miami-Dade.
2. Importance: There are approximately 123,835 Haitians who reside in Miami-Dade. 42.6% are uninsured.
3. Other: Proposed ROI: lower healthcare costs as a result of a reduction in the utilization of ER for routine care; reduction in uncompensated care for uninsured individuals; Healthier population and workforce available to work. Proposed metrics: # applications denied/completed/approved, # outreach encounters; # follow-up encounters to determine completion of annual physicals; client satisfaction surveys.
No previous funding. FY15-16 veto.
HHS DOH 466 90 Alachua County Bradley, Braynon, 650,000 - 650,000 650,000 1. Description: Provide support to selected healthcare safety net clinics Organization for Rural Cummings, Perry located in Alachua and Duval counties that serve residents from thirteen Needs (ACORN) counties. and a learning opportunity for healthcare students.
2. Importance: The clinics provide an excellent learning experience for healthcare students and provides access to healthcare for low-income underinsured or uninsured.
3. Other: Sprinkle amount of $300,000 was included on 3/7/2016. Received state funding in Fiscal Year 2014-2015.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 466 95 Banyan Community Health Miami-Dade Nunez 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Funds primary health services for 1,190 low Center - Primary Care income/impoverished residents of residents of Miami's Little Havana. Services Services will be provided in a FQHC.
2. Importance: Providing access to primary care diagnosis, prevention, and patient education will decrease the long term health care costs associated with chronic disease such as blood pressure, or diabetes. A federal HRSA ranked community having the most extreme healthcare needs in the state. This project requires funding from the state for more than one year.
3. Other: 400 persons served at average cost of $250 per person for primary care visits, diagnostics, patient education, disease management, and follow-up.
FY 15-16 $200K veto; FY 14-15 $100K n/r GR; State Contract in FY 2013- 14 $5.78M ($4.6M state); A Free anc Charitable Clinic.
HHS DOH 466 100 St. John Bosco Clinic Miami-Dade Avila, Garcia 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Funds to support the operations of a free clinic that provides primary and specialty care to underserved residents in Miami- Dade County.
2. Importance: The clinic serves as a ER diversion program, treats chronic conditions, assist patients in accessing community services and delivers appropriate health education programs.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $200K (n/r GR) Responded to ROI letter-Expected ROI included numerous outputs with target patient encounters and projected cost of $500 per patient annually. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates services are ongoing and projected annualized cost per patient of $441.
FY14-15 $50K n/r GR
HHS DOH 466 105 Doctor's Memorial Hospital - Holmes Drake 417,000 - 417,000 417,000 1. Description: Provides funding for critical medical equipment such as a 16 Bonifay slice CT scanning machine that is used to diagnose problems such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, infectious disease, trauma and musculosketal disorders.
2. Importance: The purchase of the CT scan machine will provide greater accuracy of diagnosing patients and have better patient health outcomes. The current CT scan machine breaks down two to three times a week.
3. Other: FY15-16 veto. This is one of several rural hospitals that received a cut in Medicaid funding in the FY 2016-17 GAA.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 466 110 Primary Care Access - 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Manatee, Sarasota and 2. Importance: Desoto Counties 3. Other: HHS DOH 466 115 Memorial Healthcare Broward Manny Diaz, Jr. 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Funds to purchase a 37-foot, diesel powered mobile medical System - Adult Mobile unit equipped with 2 patient exam rooms; used to deliver targeted Health Center healthcare services to underserved neighborhoods. The equipment will be linked to the Memorial Healthcare System electronic medical record system.
2. Importance: The Adult Mobile Unit will travel to areas to provide primary care, immunizations and health screenings (cancer detection/chronic dz) to individuals who are uninsured or underinsured. Service area zip codes resulted in $83M in uncompensated care in 2014.
3. Other: $124,800 local match. Requests $375K to purchase vehicle/customized equipment; $125k to support 3 member Health Intervention/Targeted Services (HITS team) staff. Proposed metrics:2,000 initial health screenings, 12 community-based health education lectures, 75% uninsured receive eligibility appointment referral for primary care services, 50% of eligible persons will enroll in clinics.
HHS DOH 466 120 Hands of St. Lucie County St. Lucie Harrell, Larry Lee, 109,200 - 109,200 109,200 1. Description: Provides funds to support comprehensive health care Jr., Negron services (to include mental health, dental and vision) and provide a medical home to qualified, low income uninsured adults and children residing in St. Lucie County.
2. Importance: Free, full-time medical clinic.Healthcare services are donated by physicians, dentists, assistants, hygienists and clerical workers who donate their time resulting in reduced hospital emergency visits. The organization is working to keep health insurance and hospital rates down and the number of healthy people in the workforce up.
3. Other: 2015 ROI: $12.80 per $1 due to $12.8M in donated services; 8,269 patient visits, translates to a $113.77 per person cost. The goal is to add 1,000 new patients to the roster in 2016.
No direct appropriation funding from the State but receives pass-through funding through the Low-Income Pool. If not funded the clinic will close in 2016 depended 100% on LIP funds.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 466 125 Miami Beach Community Miami-Dade Campbell 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provide dental services in a primary care setting at the Health Center - North Miami Beach Community Health Center North. These dental services are Dental Center to be affordable to low-income, uninsured and underserved individuals.
2. Importance: Increase dental health services to low income uninsured individuals that will improve patient health and reduce health care spending.
3. Other: This is a federally qualified health center.
HHS DOH 466 130 The Villages Chronic Sumter Hays, O'Toole, 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Funding will be used to serve individuals over the age 65 Obstructive Pulmonary Simpson living in the Villages. The program fund COPD targeted Awareness, Disease Project Screening and Early Detection programs and events, and training for health care providers.
2. Importance: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death in Florida. U.S. Centers for Disease Control indicates 1.58 million Florida residents have been diagnosed with COPD and Sumter county has the highest per capital rate of COPD in the U.S. COPD is the #1 reason for emergency visits in The Villages.
3. Other: FY15-16 $400k veto; Proposed metrics include short term and long term outcomes of lowering the percentage of people with COPD, lower hospitalizations and lower medical and business costs of COPD in The Villages. Population is covered by Medicare which has incentives for available hospitalizations.
HHS DOH 466 135 Florida International Miami-Dade Avila, Garcia 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Funds to purchase, maintain, and support the operation of University - Telemedicine medical pods for use in FIU's Modesto Maidique Campus to provide 54,000 and Student Health students 24/7 access to health services to enhance academic performance Services by decreased absenteeism. Care will be provided via pods, and if needed face-to-face services will be provided at area inpatient .
2. Importance: Student health fees will not increase; increased efficiency is expected to contain costs. Partnership with FIU, College of Medicine, FIU Health Care Network, and Nicklaus Children's Hospital.
3. Other: Proposal includes performance metrics and outputs: # well care visits, decrease in student absenteeism, decrease chronic visits due to increased access.
No prior year funding for this project. FIU mobile is Free and Charitable Clinic.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 467 1 Nurse - Family Partnership Brevard, Jose Diaz, 681,250 - 681,250 681,250 1. Description: Funds to support 5-8 sites to provide evidence-based, {Statewide} Grimsley community health program in prioritized areas to low-income, high-risk women first-time pregnant women and their infants.
2. Importance: Moms are partnered with a registered nurse early in their pregnancy and receive on-going nurse home visits until the child turns two. Healthy Start Coalitions will be responsible for managing funds.
3. Other: A study conducted by Ted Miller, Ph.D., anticipates the nurse- family partnership by 2031 will prevent an estimate of 500 infant deaths, 10,000 preterm births,13,000 dangerous closely-based births, 42,000 child maltreatment incidents, 36,000 partner violence incidents, 90,000 violent crimes by youth, 594,000 property and public order crimes,36,000 youth arrests and 41,000 cases of youth substance abuse.
Savings per family $16,717; 2013 ROI: $6.97 return per $1; 3-5 yr demonstration program
FY15-16 $497,500 (Miami-Dade) veto; FY15-14 $487,500 (Miami-Dade) $375K (Pasco); FY11-12 (Gadsden) veto
Additional $200,000 was added to this project on 3/7/2016 as part of the sprinkles.
HHS DOH 467 2 Florida Association of {Statewide} Hukill, Passidomo, 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Funds to improve the efficiency of Medicaid Managed Care Healthy Start Coalitions Santiago, Young transition to the highest risk pregnant women and families with infants, expansion of gathering data to determine why babies die in the first year of life and what can be done to prevent and respond to them and provide technology and personnel to manage statewide training for the workforce in the Healthy Start system.
2. Importance: Improve the outcomes for high risk pregnant women and families with infants by accessing timely medical services, work wit professionals to implement strategies at reducing infant and fetal death at the community level and improve efficiencies in workforce development and quality management.
3. Other: DOH Base budget FY15-16 $20,472,676 (State GR) and $6,542,389 (State Trust Fund)
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 467 3 Hillsborough Healthy Start Hillsborough Abruzzo 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provide funding to improve the health and well-being of Coalition children, pregnant women and families in Hillsborough County.
2. Importance: Provides moms, newborns and families with education, resources and support services in the home, hospital or other community settings, one-on-one phone calls, support groups depending on the needs and requests of the mom. These services provide healthy outcomes for infants and mothers.
3. Other: No funding information available.
HHS DOH 472 A 1 Sanford Burnham Medical {Statewide} Pigman 1,142,514 4,457,486 5,600,000 1,142,514 1. Description: Funds to used exclusively in the conduct of projects and Research Institute - Florida operations of the Florida Translational Research Program (FTRP) to Translational Research include grants. No funds will be spent on infrastructure projects. Program 2. Importance: Program provides scientists at universities and institutes throughout Florida access, on a competitive basis to Sandford-Burnham's world class professionals and state of the art technologies for drug discovery. The program affords Fla's research community with an advantage in the global competition for commercial investment in research and development The approach efficiently uses state funding to accelerate the growth of Fla's emerging life-sciences industry and helps move discoveries to a stage that will attract commercial investment.
3. Other: Performance will be based on quarter milestones and deliverables (i.e. number of projects in the portfolio and progress). To-date FTRP has attracted $5M in new out-of-state research funds
FY15-16 Earmark $3M Biomed TF veto; FY14-15 Earmark$5.6M n/r Biomed TF; FY13-14 $3M GR and earmark $2.6 Biomed TF.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 472 A 2 Torrey Pines Institute for {Statewide} Grimsley, Harrell 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description:Provides funding to continue to provide compound libraries Molecular Studies and expertise free of charge to Florida institutions to accelerate drug discovery and commercialization statewide.
2. Importance: In the event that funding may not be secured, the Torrey Pines Institute will be required to begin invoicing collaborators for the libraries and services that are currently supplied to them free of charge.
L brary collection currently consists of over 30M drug-like compounds and billions of peptides.
3. Other: FY15-16 $2.5M ($2M n/r) GR veto; FY 14-15 $3M n/r GR and $3.5M federal; FY13 - 14 $3M n/r Biomed TF.
DEO Contracts: FY 13-14 $1M, FY 12-13 $1.5M, FY 11-12 $3M.
HHS DOH 472 A 3 Scripps Research Institute - Palm Beach Chris Latvala, 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Funds will be used to hire additional faculty/scientist to Scripps Florida Jack Latvala, research a broad array of diseases. Magar 2. Importance: Additional scientists will be able to pull down additional NIH funding which ripples through the Florida economy and creates new discoveries across a broad range of diseases and move Florida forward as a hub of biotech activity.
3. Other:
FY15-16 $1M n/r GR veto (HHS unit); $500K State Economic Enhancement TF; FY14-15 $2M State Economic Enhancement TF and $1M GR (DEO budget)
Scripps FL Revenue from Royalties:
3/23/2009 $358,243.12
12/28/2011 $62,601.06
01/17/2013 $322,179.85
02/12/2014 $45,497.97
10/09/2015 $26,350.00
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 481 A 1 Healthcare Network of Collier, Hendry, Hudson, 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 3,000,000 1. Description: Funds to construct a primary healthcare facility in Golden Southwest Florida Lee, Manatee, Passidomo Gate on property owned by the Healthcare Network of Southwest Florida. Polk The facility will offer family pediatric, dental, behavioral and women primary care services.
2. Importance: Primary purpose is to place affordable healthcare services in an area that lacks adequate healthcare resources to care for the population.
3. Other: No previous performance history. No previous funding.
HHS DOH 481 A 2 Mount Sinai Medical Center Miami-Dade Hudson 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 3,000,000 1. Description: Funds to replace 6,000 linear feet of storm-water pipe; 16,000 linear feet of water and fire lines; and 3,000 linear feet of sewer lines and connections at Mount Sinai Medical Center.
2. Importance: The infrastructure has been compromised by sea level rise, aging pipe materials, and increase service volume. The hospital services over 10 million tourists according to the Greater Miami Convention and visitor's Bureau, and South Florida residents that visit Miami Beach annually.
3. Other: FY15-16: $4M FCO. Did not respond to the ROI letter--The expected return is assumed to be the construction of a tower. They did submit a quarterly report. The latest update indicates the construction will be for a new bed tower, surgery and emergency department renovations. According to the timelines the design development phase is ongoing, demolition begin in April 2016 and parking garage construction will occur in June 2016.
FY14-15 $2M FCO sea wall
HHS DOH 481 A 3 Clearwater Free Clinic Miami-Dade Hudson, Jack 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Fixed Capital Outlay Funding included as part of the Latvala additional sprinkles on 3/7/2016
2. Importance: Still researching.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 492 2 Centers for AIDS Research Miami-Dade Artiles 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Funds to support innovative research initiatives leading to a cure for HIV/AIDS and an AIDS vaccine through HIV/AIDS Institute at the University of Miami. Funds will be spent on pilot projects, lab equipment, salaries, research materials, scientific symposia, and support of the newly created Research Unit at Jackson Medical Hospital.
2. Importance: UM, Miller School of Medicine is the only Florida academic and research institution designated as a Center for AIDS Research by the NIH. The research will allow to find treatments for HIV infected individuals to increase their quality of life, reduce health care costs and train the next generation of infectious disease researchers.
3. Other: FY15-16: $1M n/r GR. Responded to the ROI letter--The expected return was to submit quarterly status updates, hold a HIV/AIDS Symposium by June 30, and submit an annual report. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates that the activities in HIV Cure research are on schedule. Contracts for awarded pilot proposals will be executed no later than March 31, 2016. The new research unit opened December 2015.
FY14-15 $1M n/r GR
HHS DOH 492 3 HIV/AIDS Outreach for Miami-Dade Garcia 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 1. Description: Provides healthcare services for adult patients with Broward Health HIV/AIDS. Patient education and disease prevention are provided to clients and the community to promote reduction of high risk behaviors and compliance care plans. Referrals are available for specialty care, dental care, mental health services and transportation.
2. Importance: Provide medical services and testing for individuals and their partners infected with HIV/AIDS so that they can live healthier lives.
3. Other: None.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 492 4 Hope & Health Center of Orange Garcia, Miller 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Funds to replace specialty medical care and related social Central Florida - Hug Me! services for HIV infected pediatric and adolescent patients from new born Pediatric and Adolescent to 21 years old.
2. Importance: This service is no longer being provided by the Center for Medicaid Clinic in Orlando and Central Florida. Florida is 3rd in the nation in HIV infections for children under 13 years. Proposed outcomes: increase medical care to consumers with infectious diseases, increase HIV education and outreach in high risk areas and increase HIV and STD testing for youth 21 years of age or younger.
3. Other: No previous state direct appropriation. Contract funds: FY14-15 $369,345, FY 13-14 $452,199, FY 12-13 $356,516
HHS DOH 492 5 The Center of Central Miami-Dade 35,000 - 35,000 35,000 1. Description: Still researching. No information available. Florida 2. Importance:
3. Other: HHS DOH 525 2 Bitner/Plante Amoytrophic {Statewide} Raschein 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides funding to maintain growth by continuing to Lateral Sclerosis Initiative address the gap between costs to provide services and reimbursement, of Florida and increase capacity at multiple site locations for patients diagnosed with Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
2. Importance: The ALS clinics are located in Jacksonville at the Mayo Clinic, University of South Florida in Tampa, University of Miami and University of Florida in Jacksonville. There is estimated 1,500 cases of people living with ALS.
3. Other: FY15-16: $500,000 n/r GR. Responded to ROI letter--The expected return was to decrease medical-related costs and increase income from medical tourism. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates the award of $6M 5-yr NIH grant, but does provide additional outcomes in relation to the expected return.
FY14-15 $1M n/r GR; FY13-14 $1M n/r GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 525 3 Ventilated Quadriplegic Brevard, Miami- Altman 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Funds would be used to implements a 3 year pilot in the Workforce Participation Dade Brevard and Miami-Dade area to be administered by the Brain and Spinal Pilot Project Cord Injury Program in the Department of Health to assist ventilated quadriplegic residents in skilled nursing facilities to support workforce participation.
2. Importance: The pilot program will assist in obtaining necessary support for ventilated quadriplegics needed for workforce participation such as durable medical equipment, transportation and proper space for assistive supports.
3. Other: No previous state direct appropriation.
HHS DOH 532 1 Miami Project to Cure Jack Latvala 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: The goal of The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis is to Paralysis increase the number of laboratories undertaking SCI research by recruiting the premier scientists to the field, and by training students who will establish new research laboratories throughout the world.
2. Importance: Due to the efforts of The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, significant new discoveries in the treatment of spinal cord injuries have been realized.
Per s. 316.0083,F.S., the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis is distributed proceeds from red-light violations from the Brain and Spinal Cord TF. Proceeds from these infractions have been on the decline and the TF, thus GR request to supplant decreased TF revenue.
3. Other: FY15-16 $1M n/r GR veto; FY14-15 $750K n/r GR; FY13-14 $1.5M n/r GR
HHS DOH 541 1 St. Joseph's Children Hillsborough Cruz 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Funding will allow the Chronic - Complex Clinic to continue Hospital for the Chronic - providing uninterrupted clinical and psychosocial services as well as the Complex Clinic ability to add new medically complex children into the practice. New services such as mental and behavioral services would be offered to patients.
2. Importance: The Chronic Complex Clinic serves the most medically complex children from across the State of Florida. By keeping this population healthy and out of the hospital and emergency rooms, there is a significant reduction of state Medicaid costs. With the advancement of medicine and neonatal care, significantly more premature and medically complex newborns are surviving.
3. Other: FY15-16 $98K base funds ; FY14-15 $498K ($400k n/r) GR; FY13-14 $439K (340K n/r) GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 544 1 Safe Haven for Newborns Miami-Dade Jose Diaz, Manny 300,000 - 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds to provide statewide community outreach Diaz, Jr., Garcia and awareness campaigns/programs to prevent the loss of infant life through maintaining a statewide safety net for parents who are considering abandoning their infant.
2. Importance: The Safe Haven Law is a safety net for both the mother and the newborn infant. It allows mothers, fathers or whoever is in possession of an unharmed newborn, approximately seven days old or less, to leave them at "Safe Havens": any Hospital, Staffed 24/7 Fire Rescue Station, or Emergency Medical Service Station, with no questions asked, totally anonymous, free from fear of prosecution.
3.Other: To date, 236 newborns have been left at safe havens and over 5,000 women have been assisted in their time of need or crisis. FY15-16 $300K GR veto;
FY13-14 Contract with Department of Health - $250,000
HHS DOH 544 2 Bright Expectations {Statewide} Gardiner 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Funds to support a statewide marketing campaign to promote Bright Expectations, (information clearinghouse on developmental disabilities) to educate the broadest population permissible using social media, print, radio, and the proliferation of informational pamphlets in all healthcare settings where the target market receives health care services.
2. Importance: Statutorily created clearinghouse (s.383.141, F.S.)
3. Other: FY15-16 veto
HHS DOH 544 3 All Children's Hospital for Pinellas Adkins, Grimsley, 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 1. Description: Provides funding for a neonatal abstinence syndrome Neonatal Abstinence Hudson, Pigman project to wean babies off of medications, decrease the length of stays in a Syndrome Services NICU, improved bonding between mother and baby, improve school readiness for tis population and evaluate development at set points through standardized tests.
2. Importance: Decrease hospital costs for this patient population and overall cost of care and improve this population's readiness for school. The incidence of NAS has increased in the U.S. from an annual rate of 1.20 per 1,000 births in 2000 to a rate of 5.63 in 2009.
3. Other: Current patient's average length of stay in the hospital is 25 days with an average daily cost of $2,062.50 for a total cost of $51,562.50. This models anticipates at the most 14 days of care in the NICU at a cost of $28,875.00 followed by 10 days of home care with anticipated cost of $190 per day and a total cost of $30,775 which is a reduction of $20,807.50 in cost.
FY15-16 $350K n/r GR veto. No prior year funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DOH 544 4 Diabetes Research Institute Broward Diaz de la Portilla, 321,668 - 321,668 321,668 1. Description: Funding will be used to support on-going clinical islet cell - Islet Cell Transplantation Trujillo transplantation trials to further accelerate research to cure diabetes and to and Clinical Research Trials positively impact the health outcome for all Florida residents with diabetes.
2. Importance: Without the support from the State of Florida, the new type of therapies that are possible through the Diabetes Research Institute would not be affordable to the majority of Florida residents. A cure for diabetes would prevent health complications such as hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, eye complications, kidney disease, foot complications,neuropathy, etc.
3. Other: FY15-16 $100K n/r GR; FY14-15 $50K n/r GR
HHS DOH 544 5 Guardian Hands Miami-Dade Garcia 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 1. Description: Funds to support counseling, physical therapy, training and Foundation equipment to include the hosting of roundtable discussions and invite knowledgeable guest speakers on rare diseases.
2. Importance: Program provides social support and healthcare services for patients with rare diseases.
3. Other: FY 15-16 Veto
HHS DVA 593 A 1 Disabled Veterans Lee Hudson 125,000 - 125,000 125,000 Description: Training and employment program for disabled veterans, in Insurance Careers Inc. which they can obtain an insurance license and have an opportunity to rebuild their lives and financially support themselves and their families. Those disabled veterans who complete the program will be designated by the National Alliance as a certified insurance service Representative (CISR) which under Florida statute automatically qualifies them for the Florida 4-40 insurance license. This license permits them to go to work immediately for insurance companies.
Importance: All veterans completing the DVIC education and training program will have the opportunity to become part of the State of Florida professional workforce and to develop business and commerce in the Florida economy.
Other: FY 2015-16: $150,000 n/r GR. The project was designed for 5 disabled veterans to complete the program. They did report outcomes and according to the latest report, as of January, 3 veterans have completed the program & were employed immediately, & 3 new veterans have started training.
FY 2016-17: 5 disabled veterans expected to complete the program
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments HHS DVA 593 A 2 Veterans Adaptive Bowling 75,000 - 75,000 75,000 Description: Adaptive bowling involves the use of devices to help people Pilot Program with disabilities more easily participate in the recreational sport of bowling. There are many different types of adaptive equipment all geared toward helping with one or all elements of bowling.
Importance: Bowling for the physically handicapped was first addressed towards the end of World War II, which resulted in many injured veterans, many of whom had amputations or were paraplegics.
Other: It is not clear if there is a specific organization behind this program. No organization name has been made available.
PSU DOC 604 1 Resource Allocation Grant 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Department of Corrections (DOC) to Analytics Project competitively procure for project management, data cleansing and data storage solutions that will ready data from multiple silos for analysis. The data storage, which would be cloud-based, could include data management as well as visualization and reporting tools for DOC users.
2. Importance: Most DOC data and forms are not automated making it difficult to analyze data across many silos. An organized and centrally stored set of data could allow DOC to analyze data and make better management decisions in regards to staffing, personnel decisions, and efficient use of resources. Any cloud-based solution must be approved by FDLE as much of DOC's data is Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) data. The FBI has ruled that all cloud-based products sold to U.S. law enforcement agencies must comply with CJIS security requirements.
3. Other: Senate Bump Offer #1 = $1m NR GR. Issue is closed out. No previous funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 610 ~1 Salaries And Benefits - - - - 1. Description: This policy proviso requires the Department of Corrections (DOC), in conjunction with the Agency for State Technology (AST) to prepare a business case for replacement/upgrade of the Offender-Based Information System (OBIS). A report by DOC is required to the Governor, President of the Senate, and Speaker of the House of Representatives by January 1, 2017.
2. Importance: The OBIS system is an aged, character-driven "green screen" that supports every aspect of the management of an offender's life cycle, from intake through post-release.
3. Other: During FY 2007-08, DOC conducted a feas bility study funded with an appropriation of $1.8m. The results of that study estimated replacement of the OBIS system would cost $60m and 5 years to complete. While parts of that study could be relevant, changes in DOC policy, practices, and technology would require a new study to determine a true, up-to-date business case. DOC has indicated an appropriation of approximately $750,000 would be needed to conduct an updated study, using contracted vendors with specific expertise that current DOC IT staff do not possess.
PSU DOC 633 F 1 Children of Inmates Fullwood, Gibson, 700,000 - 700,000 700,000 1. Description: Funding is provided to the Children of Inmates (COI) Mia Jones, program, including COI Jacksonville and South Dade. COI arranges McGhee quarterly visits between children and incarcerated parents and provides intensive care coordination for families. COI provides video visits in between quarterly in-person visits. The program currently serves children of an incarcerated parent in 15 Department facilities. COI anticipates serving 700 children.
2. Importance: The COI program supports children of incarcerated inmates by helping them mitigate the trauma and challenges resulting from parental incarceration. The program estimates 200,000 children in Florida have an incarcerated parent and that 14% of these children will be incarcerated themselves in their lifetime.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $350,000 n/r GR. Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to serve more than 350 with bonding visits. COI has provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates COI has served over 950 youth and family members. FY 2014-15: $200,000 n/r GR. COI served 1,126 youth and family members with bonding visits with 298 inmates. FY 2013-14 and before: Not funded
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 633 K 2 GEO Continuum of Care Bay Evers 330,417 - 330,417 330,417 1. Description: Provides funds to the Department of Management Rehabilitation and Reentry Services for operation of the GEO Continuum of Care Rehabilitation and Program for Blackwater Reentry Program at Blackwater River Correctional Facility, a private prison River Correctional Facility currently being operated by the GEO Group.
2. Importance:
3. Other: No prior funding. The Private Inmate Welfare Trust Fund, whose revenues are derived from telephone commissions, sales of goods and services, and concessions, currently has a balance of over $13m. The Trust Fund generates approximately $3m per year and is intended to be used by private prisons for programming.
PSU DOC 636 1 Body Camera Pilot Project Richardson 145,413 - 145,413 145,413 1. Description: Provides funds for the Department of Corrections to at Sumter Correctional implement a body camera pilot project at Sumter Correctional Institution. Institution These body cameras will be worn by correctional staff while on duty and in performance of their assigned duties.
2. Importance: Body-worn cameras could reduce the amount of use of force incidents and provide investigative leads in assaults involving inmates and in use of force incidents.
3. Other:
PSU DOC 638 1 Inmate Tracking Pilot Marion Negron 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Department of Corrections to Project implement an inmate pilot tracking project at Lowell Correctional Institution in Marion County. The pilot project will use a tracking system that includes technology such as a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag embedded in clothing, in order to enable real-time identification and tracking the location of inmates inside a secure perimeter. The project will include storage and retrieval capabilities relative to historical data.
2. Importance: The tracking system may allow the Department of Corrections to monitor medication administration, visits to infirmaries, and other issues related to security.
3. Other: No prior funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 690 3 Workforce Scheduling and 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Department of Corrections to Management Solution for procure an off-the-shelf workforce scheduling and management solution for Security Operations the Department's security workforce. The product is intended to provide Workforce real-time, easily accessible scheduling and roster management information with the purpose of providing efficient scheduling of human resources.
2. Importance: The product is intended to reduce labor costs by giving management a real-time, easily accessible view of current and future schedules and placement of security personnel.
3. Other: No recent funding history.
It is unclear as to if any such product exists and, if so, whether the product would be able to be utilized by the Department, including interfacing with the State of Florida's PeopleFirst system.
PSU DOC 690 4 Job Candidate Assessment Bradley, Negron 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Department of Corrections to Tool procure and implement a job candidate assessment tool for correctional officer and correctional probation officer applicants. The assessment tool is intended to identify applicant's whose behavioral and cognitive traits are compat ble with those of successful department employees in order to improve retention.
2. Importance: Retention of good correctional and correctional probation officers is important to maintaining security in correctional facilities, accountability, and public safety in the community.
3. Other: No prior funding. Legal considerations would need to be explored prior to implementation of any applicant screening tool.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 714 1 Community Supervision Corcoran 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Funding is provided for the Department to contract with the Study University of Florida to develop recommendations and a plan by which Florida can transfer the responsibility of community supervision of felony offenders to the Sheriff of each county. The Department shall provide the University of Florida with any requested information and assistance necessary to complete the report. The plan is required to include a timeline for transition, a specific mechanism to address state-wide management issues, and costs necessary to implement the plan.
2. Importance: In Fiscal Year 2013-14, 86,369 offenders were admitted to supervision; of those, 40,334 (46.1%) successfully completed supervision. The average cost per day of supervision without electronic monitoring is $5 ($1,825 per year).
3. Other: Vetoed in FY 2015-16. Recommendations shall be submitted to the chairs of the Senate Committee on Appropriations and the House Appropriations Committee by November 1, 2015. Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco supports the study. No other Sheriffs have come out in support.
PSU DOC 714 2 Home Builders Institute {Statewide} Ingram, 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Funding is provided to the Home Builders Institute (HBI) to McBurney, provide vocational education and certification in the building industry and Santiago job placement services to offenders under community corrections supervision. Provides an Introduction to the Building Trades Credential course five days a week for 4-6 weeks. Participants receive OSHA-10 certification, learn about industry tools and regulations, and gain employability and job readiness skills. HBI will serve 120 offenders.
2. Importance: Increases the skill set and employability of offenders to help meet restitution requirements and become productive members of the community.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: DOC $500k n/r GR. HBI responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was 120 participants will receive training, 96 will be credentialed or earn certifications, and 77 will be placed in jobs. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update (through 2nd quarter) indicates 126 participants have been enrolled and received training. Average wage of those placed in jobs is $9.50 an hour.
FY 2014-15: DOC $100k n/r GR & DEO $750k TF.
FY 2013-14: DEO $750k TF.
FY 2012-13: DEO $750k TF
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 724 A Special Categories - - 723,341 723,341 - 1. Description: Provides Trust Fund authority for the Department of Settlement Agreements Corrections (DOC) to pay a settlement agreement between the Federal Department of Labor and DOC. The Department of Labor investigated issues of disputed compensation to nurses for the time period of December 1, 2011 until November 28, 2013.
2. Importance: Payment of the settlement ends the Department of Labor's investigation in to this specific issue during the aforementioned time frame.
3. Other:
PSU DOC 726 2 Consumer Price Index 1,791,873 - 1,791,873 - 1. Description: Provides a recurring Consumer Price Index increase for Increase for Health the Department of Corrections' (DOC) health services provider in Region Services Provider in Region IV. The current provider is Wexford. IV 2. Importance: Consumer Price Index increases are adjusted based on increases in the costs of goods and services.
3. Other: PSU DOC 736 1 Westcare Florida Gulfcoast Pinellas Brandes, Chris 150,000 - 150,000 - 1. Description: Funding is provided to WestCare Florida Gulfcoast to Latvala provide mental health overlay services for offenders on community supervision in secure and non-secure residential programs. Offenders are provided care from a licensed psychiatrist, case management, medication, and lab services. Will serve up to 180 offenders in its 7-12 month programs.
2. Importance: WestCare stated that 75% of the 238 offenders under court-ordered residential treatment have a mental health disorder. Treatment will increase the success rate of offenders completing this program. 80% of those that successfully complete residential drug treatment remain crime free.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $150,000 n/r GR. Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was 60 percent of participants successfully complete, the national average. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates 49 percent of the 61 participants completed successfully. Westcare reports cost avoidance of $1.3m and ROI of $900k for successful completions
FY 2014-15: $150,000 n/r GR.
FY 2012-13: VETOED - $150,000 n/r GR (Pinellas) & VETOED - $350,000 n/r GR (pilot in Pasco & Pinellas)
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 750 2 Operation New Hope's Clay, Duval, Bradley, 1,475,000 - 1,475,000 250,000 1. Description: Funding for Operation New Hope to expand pre- and post- Ready4Work Reentry Nassau, Cummings release services for inmates returning to Duval, Clay, St. Johns, Putnam, Program Putnam, St. and Nassau Counties. The additional funds will allow the program to serve Johns an additional 50 released inmates. Services include pre-release risk assessment and planning, post-release employment services and placement, mentoring, family reunification, and life skills training.
2. Importance: There were 3,045 inmates released in Duval, Clay, St. Johns, Putnam, and Nassau Counties in FY 2013-14. Supports the Department's goal of reducing recidivism.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $1,225,000 rec. GR. Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to enroll 245 clients and place 147 in jobs. They have not provided quarterly updates. FY 2014-15: $825,000 rec. GR, $175,000 n/r GR, & Back of Bill: $378,548. FY 2013-14: $675,000 n/r GR (Duval County). FY 2012-13: $150,000 n/r GR. FY 2011-12: not funded
PSU DOC 750 4 Reentry Alliance Pensacola Escambia Evers, Ingram 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Funding is provided to the Re-Entry Alliance Pensacola, Inc. (REAP), for implementation and operation of a reentry program to assist inmates with transition back into the Pensacola community after release from incarceration. REAP will offer classes during the last six months of incarceration, including literacy and financial literacy classes, dress for success training, and conduct a risk assessment, and then transition services once released such as job placement services, life skills training, temporary housing assistance, mental health and substance abuse treatment, securing transportation, and parenting classes.
REAP will provide each inmate with a mentor, work in cooperation with area service providers, provide a 3-week job readiness class, and conduct mock interviews. Cost per inmate is $3,000.
2. Importance: There were 720 inmates released in Escambia County in FY 2014-15.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: Vetoed. This is a new program (first year providing these in-depth services). Plans to have 85% of participants employed or in a job readiness training program within 90 days of release.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 750 5 Bethel Empowerment Gadsden, Rouson, Williams 500,000 - 500,000 - 1. Description: The Bethel Ready4Work - Tallahassee Re-Entry Program Foundation Reentry Jefferson, will serve inmates, offenders on community supervision, and recently Program Leon, L berty, released offenders who are transitioning back into the community in Leon, Wakulla Gadsden, Jefferson, and Wakulla Counties. This program will provide pre- release risk assessment, a plan-of-care, career development and life skills training, and referrals for incarcerated inmates who may be elig ble for reentry program services upon release. Post-release services will also be provided, including case management, career development and life skills training, mentoring, family reunification, and job placement assistance. Bethel estimates they will serve 50 released inmates with no more than a 35% re-arrest rate. The national re-arrest rate is 56.7%.
2. Importance: The Bethel program replicates the Operation New Hope Ready4Work program. There were nearly 1,000 inmates released in Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, and Wakulla Counties in FY 2014-15. The project supports the Department's goal of reducing recidivism.
3. Other: Vetoed in FY 2015-16.
PSU DOC 750 6 Broward County Sheriff's Broward Jacobs 600,000 - 600,000 600,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Broward County Sheriff's Office Inmate Portal (BSO) to establish a reentry portal to assist state inmates re-entering Broward County upon release from incarceration. Portal site will connect released inmates with necessary services, including substance abuse and mental health treatment, job skills training, locating gainful employment, temporary housing assistance, and transportation to and from the portal site seven days a week, as needed.
Funds provide four positions, mileage for transportation, equipment, transitional housing, and criminal registration services.
2. Importance: There were 2,013 inmates released in Broward County in FY 2014-15, 3rd highest in the state. Program targets barriers to successful transitioning back into the community, including housing, employment, transportation, and substance abuse. BSO partners with almost 50 community entities and employers.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $500,000 n/r GR. Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to achieve a 50% reduction in the recidivism rate (from 26.3% to 13.15%). They have not provided quarterly reports.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 750 7 Jacksonville Reentry Center 900,000 - 900,000 900,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the City of Jacksonville for the Jacksonville Reentry Center (JREC), operated by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, to provide pre- and post-release support services for inmates returning to Duval County. The program offers employment services, substance abuse and mental health assessment and treatment, and anger management and batterers' intervention classes. The program also assists with transportation and identification needs as well as social security, veteran services, and other services. This program has been operating under a $750,000 Federal Second Chance Grant; however, that grant is said to expire in FY 2015-16.
2. Importance: 2,020 inmates returned to Duval County in FY 2014-15, 2nd highest in the state.
3. Other: No previous funding history. Supported by Jacksonville Sheriff and Mayor. The program currently has a 17.5% recidivism rate, which is 10% below the statewide average.
PSU DOC 750 8 Hope City Center Miami-Dade 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Hope City Center for operation of a reentry program to serve 250 female ex-offenders with successful transition back into the Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties. The program will utilize a pre and post release model with the pre-release phase lasting 12-16 months, which would include behavioral and character building workshops, and health and wellness, budgeting and spiritual counseling. The post-release phase would include transitional housing, job readiness, entrepreneurial development, transitional employment, peer-to- peer coaching, and family reunification.
2. Importance:
3. Other: No previous funding history.
PSU DOC 750 9 Regional and State Palm Beach Berman 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Regional and State Transitional Transitional Offender Offender Reentry (RESTORE) Initiative in Palm Beach County to facilitate Reentry Initiative the successful reentry of inmates to Palm Beach County. The program is currently funded with a $750,000 Second Chance Federal grant that is set to expire. The program identifies inmate needs, provides targeted evidence- based programs, and coordinates pre- and post-release services. The program offers victim impact, GED, and vocational classes, family reunification services, and counseling.
2. Importance: In 2013, the program had 31% rearrest rate within one year of release. The rearrest rate for non-participants was 68%.
3. Other: No recent previous funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 750 10 Tampa Bay Career Pinellas Rouson 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Pinellas Ex-Offender Reentry Pathways Collaborative Coalition (PERC) to provide assessment, pre-program training, certification Manufacturing, Employment training, job placement assistance, mentoring, and educational support to and Reentry Program 75 inmates reentering communities in Pinellas County from the Department of Corrections (DOC). The goal of the program is to have a recidivism rate below 20 percent. DOC's recidivism rate is currently 25.7 percent.
2. Importance: There were 1,804 inmates released to Pinellas County in FY 2014-15.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $350,000 NR GR was vetoed.
PSU DOC 750 11 Gadsden County Jail Faith Gadsden Williams 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Funding is provided for the Gadsden County Jail Faith Behind Bars Reentry Behind Bars Re-Entry Program which offers pre-release activities such as Program substance abuse counseling, anger management, employment skills, drug and alcohol awareness education, family counseling, job search training, GED preparation, and horticultural training. This program partners with the Gadsden County Chamber of Commerce to connect inmates with employment opportunities following release.
2. Importance: There were 190 inmates released in Gadsden County in Fiscal Year 2014-15. Appears to serve county jail inmates.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: Vetoed. This is a new local program with no established performance metrics. Gadsden County Sheriff's Office supports; Sheriff Morris Young.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 750 12 Florida HIRE Pilot Program Duval, Bradley, Trujillo 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the WIN Florida Hire Program to Hillsborough, provide a correctional work readiness assessment, training and Manatee, credentialing project to assist released inmates reentering the workforce. Orange Services will include online diagnostic assessments, career planning resources, personalized career path, online training, and an employer- recognized credential certifying program. Services will also include referrals to community-based social services, career coaching and placement services, and data collection and reporting system to track outcomes. This 1-year pilot program will target 5,000 inmates, who are within one year of release, in five facilities in Duval, Orange, Hillsborough, and Manatee counties.
2. Importance: The Department of Corrections has recently instituted a continuum of care strategy to better prepare inmates for reentry to society upon release. Services that prepare an inmate for transfer in to one of DOC's reentry providers could shorten an inmate's time between release and job placement.
3. Other: No previous state funding.
PSU DOC 750 13 Lake County Reentry Lake Hays, Metz 228,000 - 228,000 228,000 1. Description: Funding is provided for the creation of the Lake County Re- Program Entry Center, which will coordinate services for individuals re-entering the Lake County community from the Lake County Jail using the Transition from Jail to Communities model, including job training, transportation, employment opportunities, clothing, healthcare, and other services.
2. Importance: There were 456 inmates released in Lake County in Fiscal Year 2014-15. The program partners with the community and projects to provide resource referrals for 750 inmates and provide 90-day case management to 375 inmates who are transitioning back into the community. The project supports the Department of Corrections' goal of reducing recidivism.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: Vetoed. This is a new program with no established performance metrics.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DOC 750 14 Horizon Volunteer Faith and Wakulla 200,000 - 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds to expand Horizon volunteer faith and Character Peer-To-Peer character peer-to-peer program activities at Wakulla Correctional Institution Program and up to seven additional male and female prisons, including Computer Lab, Quest, and Realizing Educational Emotional and Finance Smarts (REEFS) transition programs. The program will serve 1,780 inmates at 5 prisons and will have a 15.3% recidivism rate.
2. Importance:
3. Other: FY 2012-13 through 2015-16: $200,000 rec. GR. Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to serve 500 inmates in 5 prisons and have a recidivism rate at or below 15.3% (the state average is 26.3%). If realized, this would represent an annual projected ROI of $793,520. They have provided quarterly reports. The latest update indicates, based on the program's 5-year recidivism report, graduates of the program have a 5.5% recidivism rate and non-graduates of the program have a 10.2% recidivism rate. This reflects a 5-year cost savings of $3.2 million, when compared to the state's average recidivism rate of 26.3%. Participants in the program also had a 50% reduction in disciplinary infractions while incarcerated.
PSU JAC 772 A Special Categories - {Statewide} 11,700,000 - 11,700,000 - 1. Description: Provides recurring General Revenue funds for the Justice Reimbursement Of Administrative Commission (JAC) to reimburse the Clerks of Court Trust Expenditures Related To Fund for certain jury expenses. Circuit And County Juries Required By Statute 2. Importance: Transfers expenditures related to compensation of jurors, payments for meals and lodging provided to jurors, and other juror-related expenses from the Clerks of Court Trust Fund to the Justice Administrative Commission (JAC). The Clerks of Court report that declining revenues in the Trust Fund have caused a budget deficit. Shifting the expenditures from the Trust Fund to General Revenue within the JAC would offer the Clerks of Court some relief.
3. Other: No recent prior funding within the JAC. Jury expenditures have recently been paid out of collections from the Clerks of Court Trust Fund.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU JAC 792 1 Voices for Children Miami-Dade Braynon, Jose 100,000 - 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides recurring General Revenue funds to Voices for Foundation Diaz Children, a non-profit organization that is a recipient of Statewide Guardian ad Litem (GAL) funds, to continue services to abused, abandoned, and neglected children and ensure that each child has court-appointed legal representation and receives financial assistance to provide for their medical, educational, and social needs.
2. Importance: There are over 3,000 dependent children in the county. Miami-Dade is recognized by the GAL as the county in greatest need for its services with 51% of children who require services not receiving them. The group's fundraising efforts will assist in recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers to serve 1,000 unduplicated children by advocating for their best interest in court proceedings and providing for their basic needs.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $100,000 recurring GR. Responded to the ROI letter- --The expected return was to provide GAL services for 1,000 unduplicated children. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates the program served a total of 644 unduplicated children during the current fiscal year.
PSU JAC 792 2 Voices for Children Miami-Dade Braynon, Jose 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue funds to Voices for Foundation Diaz Children, a non-profit organization that is a recipient of Statewide Guardian ad Litem (GAL) funds, to expand services to abused, abandoned, and neglected children and that ensure each child has court-appointed legal representation and receives financial assistance to provide for their medical, educational, and social needs.
2. Importance: There are over 3,000 dependent children in the county. Miami-Dade is recognized by the GAL as the county in greatest need for its services with 51% of children who require them not receiving them. The group's fundraising efforts will assist in recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers to serve 3,000 unduplicated children by advocating for their best interest in court proceedings and providing for their basic needs.
3. Other:
FY 2015-16: $100,000 recurring GR. Responded to the ROI letter---The expected return was to provide GAL services for 1,000 unduplicated children. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates the program served a total of 644 unduplicated children during the current fiscal year.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU JAC 884 1 Study Aimed to Strengthen Palm Beach Clemens, Hager, 275,000 - 275,000 275,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue funds to the State Investigation and Rooney, Jr. Attorney of the 15th Judicial Circuit to conduct a substance abuse Prosecution of Criminal and treatment provider fraud study. Regulatory Violations within the Substance Abuse 2. Importance: The funds will allow the State Attorney to develop and Treatment Industry implement a local pilot project to coordinate state and local governmental agencies, law enforcement entities, and investigative units for the purpose of increasing the effectiveness of programs and initiatives relating to the regulation, prevention, detection, and prosecution of unethical and fraudulent business practices within the substance abuse treatment industry. The program will identify and implement strategies possible within current resources and existing law to address fraudulent business and unethical marketing practices of substance abuse treatment services with the goal of minimizing the number of clients overcharged for services and protecting insurance companies from having to unnecessarily raise insurance rates or withdraw from the market entirely.
3. Other: No prior funding in the recent past.
PSU JAC 902 3 It's Time to be a Parent Brevard, Crisafulli, 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides additional nonrecurring General Revenue funds to Again Pilot Program Orange, Gardiner, the State Attorney of the 18th Judicial Circuit to assist the Brevard County Osceola, Polk, Workman Sheriff in administering the It's Time to be a Parent Again pilot program. Seminole The program is designed to provide parents with the tools and resources necessary to steer their children away from trouble and toward success.
2. Importance: The program is intended to prevent juvenile delinquency and to reduce the number of people in the criminal justice system. Empowering parents and encouraging them to intervene, before negative interactions with law enforcement, could reduce delinquency.
3. Other:
FY 15-16: $500,000 recurring GR. Responded to the ROI letter---No expected return was clearly identified. They have not provided quarterly updates.
FY 14-15: $200,000 n/r GR. No ROI data is available.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU JAC 946 1 Pasco Mobile Medical Unit Pasco Murphy, Simpson 150,000 - 150,000 - 1. Description: Provides recurring General Revenue funds for the Public Defender of the 6th Judicial Circuit to continue to operate the Pasco Mobile Medical Unit.
2. Importance: The mobile medical unit provides basic health care services and hygienic tools to the county's homeless and uninsured population to help mitigate factors contributing to their need for indigent criminal defense services. The unit is staffed with a registered nurse practitioner (RNP), an emergency medical technician (EMT), an advanced RNP, and an outreach attorney. It is set up, 3 times per week, in locations where homeless and uninsured residents congregate. Treatment is free of charge. The mobile unit does not provide emergency medical services. These funds will allow the unit to continue to employ a full time advanced RNP and driver, serving between 150 and 200 patients per month.
3. Other:
FY 15-16: $150,000 n/r GR. Responded to the ROI letter---The expected return was to hire an advanced RNP and expand the driver position to full time with benefits, allowing the unit to serve an additional 2,240 clients. They have not provided quarterly updates.
PSU JAC 948 1 Vincent House - Hernando Hernando Simpson 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue funds to the Public Defender of the 6th Judicial Circuit to construct a Vincent House of Hernando County facility to assist, promote, and celebrate individuals recovering from mental illness, and other disabilities, in order to improve their social and vocational skills so that they may become employed in the community.
2. Importance: This program emulates Vincent House of Pinellas Park. A recent Kaiser Family Foundation study found that Florida ranks 49th in the nation in per-capita mental health spending and that Hernando ranks near the bottom of its counties on this metric. Private funds raised in the community will support the operating costs of the facility. In 2015, 107 Vincent House of Pinellas Park members worked at 69 area businesses and collectively earned over $725,000 with over 80% of them having had previous contact with the criminal justice system.
3. Other:
FY 15-16: VETOED $250,000 n/r GR. These funds would have been used for property acquisition and the construction of the ground floor of a building to begin the process of establishing a Vincent House program in Hernando County.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DJJ 1110 2 Parenting with Love and Collier, Narain 750,000 - 750,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for Parenting with Love and Limits (PLL), an Limits Hillsborough, evidence-based model combining a 6-week parent education/group therapy Polk program with coaching sessions for adolescents and parents. Program serves youth ages 10-18 with severe emotional and behavioral problems (running away, chronic truancy, drug/alcohol abuse.) Funds are to license three teams located in Hillsborough, Polk and Collier counties. One team serves up to 33 families; the team stays with the family for up to 90 days after they leave the program.
2. Importance: PLL is an evidence-based model that has resulted in high family engagement, lower recidivism, lower residential placements, and lower reentry into a residential placement. Youth placed in PLL as an alternative to residential programs experience a cost avoidance to the state of $29,168 per youth.
3. Other: PLL will pay back a percentage of their licensing fee back to the State if program is not meeting the intended success rate.
FY 2015-16: $250k n/r GR: Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to serve 30 youth and their families. They have not provided quarterly updates.
PSU DJJ 1113 2 AMIkids Gender Specific Clay, Trujillo 3,750,000 - 3,750,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Provides funding to sustain and expand two non-residential Programming Hillsborough Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) prevention programs in Hillsborough and Clay counties for middle school aged boys who have shown delinquent behavior or poor school performance. Program provides prevention, diversion, and educational services as well as a mentor from the community for each student.
2. Importance: The program will educate and mentor at-risk boys and steer them away from further involvement in the juvenile justice system. With additional funding, the program will be able to serve an additional 132-200 boys.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $2,250,000 recurring GR - Responded to ROI letter. The expected return was to serve 200 kids. They have not provided quarterly updates.
FY 2014-15: $750,000 n/r GR (Pinellas County pilot program)
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DJJ 1113 3 AMI Kids Home-Based 1,100,000 - 1,100,000 1,100,000 1. Description: Provides funds to AMIkids to provide home-based family Family Counseling and counseling and intervention services to address issues that may be causing Intervention delinquent behavior. The program serves youth ages 11 to 18 that are at- risk for delinquency, violence, substance abuse, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or disruptive behavior disorder. Funds are to be used for start-up and operation costs associated with servicing families, including: 29 FTE (24 therapists, 3 supervisors, an Executive Director and a Business Manager), travel, equipment and supplies, training and development.
2. Importance: The program is designed to reduce recidivism rates and increase overall family functioning.
3. Other: AMIkids will provide $1 million in matching funds through private and public support.
No previous funding.
PSU DJJ 1122 2 Juvenile Assessment Broward Jacobs, 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Broward County Juvenile Center Security in Broward Christopher Smith Assessment Center (JAC), which is the central receiving and intake facility County for all arrested juveniles in Broward County. Funding is to provide security services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year.
2. Importance: Security services are provided at the JAC to ensure safety of youth, staff, and the public. Currently, the Broward County Sheriff's Office is loaning deputies to the JAC in order to ensure adequate levels of security and processing services. This could compromise the safety and security of the inmates and officers in the county jail. Additional funding for security services will reduce youth-on-youth altercations, and incidents of violence are anticipated to decrease by 33 percent.
3. Other: Broward County Sheriff's Office also contributes funds.
FY 2015-16: $500,000 recurring GR (vetoed) - booked and processed over 4,500 juvenile offenders.
FY 2014-15: $500,000 n/r GR (funded) - booked and processed over 4,200 juvenile offenders.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DJJ 1167 Special Categories - Pace {Statewide} 15,765,585 3,290,514 19,056,099 2,236,291 1. Description: Provides $1.1 million in General Revenue to PACE Center Centers for Girls to add 63 additional slots to PACE's Day Program statewide, and $1.25 million to PACE Reach to maintain the current level of service to 500 at-risk girls through three existing PACE Reach sites located in Broward, Duval and Hillsborough Counties.
2. Importance: The programs improve girls' mental health, success in school, home and their community, and reduces the number of girls referred to the juvenile justice system. PACE costs $62/day as compared to a residential program ($141-$190/day).
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $850,000 recurring GR, $1.25m n/r GR - Responded to ROI letter. The expected return was to serve 2,225 girls. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates that 1,576 girls have been served, and there are 225 girls wait-listed.
FY 2014-15: $2,000,000 recurring GR
FY 2013-14: $618,750 GR
PSU DJJ 1170 3 Corporation to Develop Hillsborough Joyner 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Corporation to Develop Communities Communities of Tampa, of Tampa to provide work readiness training, hard skills training, job Inc. placement, mentoring, and education services to 100 youth ages 17 to 24.
2. Importance: The program assists/encourages at-risk youth to graduate high school, pursue college, and provides them with relevant job training and experience. Provides transitional youth with the skills needed to secure employment, and connects employers to candidates while providing support services to all program participants. This program provides workforce opportunities with the goal of producing productive members of society, reducing governmental dependency, reducing community violence and increasing overall community heath.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $100,000 n/r GR (vetoed)
FY 2014-15: $25k n/r GR (vetoed) - $200,000 in Ed. Budget (Funded)
FY 2013-14: $100k in Ed. Budget (vetoed)
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DJJ 1170 4 Brevard C.A.R.E.S. Brevard 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Provides funds to Brevard C.A.R.E.S, an existing wholly- owned subsidiary of the local Community Based Care (CBC) provider in Brevard County. The program provides front-end diversion interventions and wraparound services for at-risk children, youth and families to prevent entry of the child into the welfare and/or juvenile justice system. Referrals to the program come directly from parents, schools, the community, the courts, Department of Children and Families, and the Department of Juvenile Justice.
2. Importance: Keeping families safe and together in the community in the least restrictive setting could reduce child welfare or juvenile justice involvement.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $1.3 million (vetoed) & $500k (vetoed) in HHS budget. The average cost of serving a youth and their family through Brevard C.A.R.E.S averages $6,936 per year. On average, 375 referrals are received for ungovernable youth annually at Brevard C.A.R.E.S.
PSU DJJ 1170 5 City of West Park - Youth Broward Braynon, Shevrin 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the City of West Park to provide Crime Prevention Program Jones academic assistance, enhancement activities and opportunities for positive engagement in the community to school-aged, at-risk youth in order to reduce truancy and involvement in criminal activity. Additionally, funding will be used for afterschool and summer programming.
2. Importance: The program is designed to deter truancy, bullying and other negative behavior among school-aged children. The program will serve 60 youth during the school year, and 60 youth during summer camp.
3. Other: The City of West Park will provide matching funds of $73,000 from their Local Law Enforcement Trust Fund.
No previous funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DJJ 1170 6 Justice Works YouthCare Hillsborough Montford, Rouson 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Hillsborough County Public Schools to work with Justice Works YouthCare in implementing an Alternative School Pilot Program at two underachieving alternative schools serving 240 students. This pilot program will provide an on-site team of behavioral management experts at the schools throughout the day to provide services and be available to assist with urgent disruptive events utilizing research based interventions.
2. Importance: The program will reduce truancy rates and negative incidents, result in fewer arrests, suspensions and expulsions, and improve graduation rates and success after high school. The proposed project will track pre and post data documenting truancy, number and severity of incidents, grade level improvements, and graduation rates.
3. Other: The proposed project will track pre and post data documenting truancy, number and severity of incidents, grade level improvements, and graduation rates. Justice Works YouthCare was established in 1999 and has affiliates operating in Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Texas.
No previous funding.
PSU DJJ 1170 7 The Greatest Save DeSoto, 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Program educates middle and high school students about Program Hardee, the dangers of sexual predators. Partners with local law enforcement, Highlands, educators, media outlets, and Major League Baseball to provide prevention Hillsborough, through education. Conducts the Public Service Announcement (PSA) Lake, Palm Video Competition where students create a PSA to raise awareness about Beach, Sumter, sexual exploitation, sex trafficking, and internet risks. Reward money from Suwannee, winning PSA is given to the school's video production class to purchase Taylor equipment.
2. Importance: Program raises awareness on the dangers of sexual predators; attempts to prevent potential cases of sexual abuse.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $150,000 n/r GR - Responded to ROI letter. The expected return was to enroll more than 500,000 students with an estimated delivery of 20 million PSAs to the students in 26 counties. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates that the program has reached over 260,000 students and delivered 12 million PSAs to students in 26 counties.
FY 2014-15: $181,000 n/r GR - Approximately 12 million PSAs delivered to students in 17 counties at the cost of less than $.015 each.
FY 2013-14: $181,000 in n/r GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DJJ 1170 8 Wayman Community Duval Mia Jones 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides funds to Wayman Community Development Development At Risk Youth Corporation (WCDC), a faith-based, non-profit organization providing family Services services to at-risk youth. WCDC provides programs geared towards substance abuse education, truancy, prevention and diversion services. Funding is to be used for hiring additional counselors to provide services to at-risk youth in the community.
2. Importance: WCDC serves the highest juvenile crime areas of Duval County and anticipates serving at least 200 at-risk youth.
3. Other: WCDC has secured local matching funds of $125,000 from faith- based organization, non-profits and local government grants.
No previous funding history.
PSU DJJ 1170 9 Clay County Youth Clay Bradley, 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funds to create the Clay County S.W.E.A.T. Alternative to Secured Cummings Program, an alternative option for the court system when children are held Detention (S.W.E.A.T. in contempt or refuse to attend school and are part of the truancy program. Program) 2. Importance: Juvenile judges would have the option to sentence offenders to this program while they are on probation or upon a violation. Currently, the only alternative in Clay County is to send juveniles to a residential program or detention facility. Between February 1, 2015 through January 31, 2016, there were 97 youth from Clay County admitted to detention who would have been eligible for alternative placement.
3. Other: No recent funding history. At a cost of $274 per day, a juvenile sent to detention for the average 15 days costs $4,110. The maximum cost per youth for this program is $2,577.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DJJ 1170 10 Crosswinds Youth Services, Brevard Goodson 444,876 - 444,876 444,876 1. Description: Provides funds for Crosswinds Youth Services, a nonprofit Inc. Maintenance and organization providing services such as an emergency shelter, juvenile Repair justice prevention, transitional living, community counseling and case management, and foster care transition to at-risk youth and families of Brevard County. Funds are to be used for aging equipment and facility repairs, including the replacement of: HVAC systems (in all three of the Crosswinds buildings), furniture, all vehicles with over 100,000 miles used to transport youth (to school, recreational activities, medical appointments and court dates), IT infrastructure, and flooring.
2. Importance: Funding will provide replacement equipment and facility repair to ensure Crosswinds can continue to provide services in a safe and productive environment for youth and families served, as well as for staff and volunteers.
3. Other: FY 15-16: $750,000 n/r GR (vetoed)
PSU DJJ 1170 11 Breaking the Cycle - Child Seminole Brodeur 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funds to Breaking the Cycle (BTC) - Child to to Parent Domestic Parent Domestic Violence program, a pilot that has been running in Violence Program Seminole County since 2011. The program serves 80 youth between the ages of 10 to 18, referred by the Seminole County civil citation diversion program, as well as their parents or caregivers . This program will focus on reducing abusive and violent incidents by a child toward a parent or caregiver, and promote healthier parent-child relationships. Additional funding will allow BTC to serve at least 200 families in the first year, including its 80 civil citation referred families.
2. Importance: There are currently no other programs established within Seminole County to address Child-to-Parent Violence.
3. Other: No previous funding. The cost of the pilot program is $400 per adolescent.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DJJ 1170 12 Delores Barr Weaver Policy Baker, Clay, Bean, Bradley, 375,000 - 375,000 375,000 1. Description: Provides funds to sustain and expand the Continuity of Center for the Continuity of Duval, Nassau, McBurney Care: Girls Matter demonstration project developed and implemented by Care Model St. Johns Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center. The program was established in 2014 as a pilot project and was funded through charitable donations. Current funding will end July, 2016. The program serves girls ages 11 to 18, along with their family members, by providing mental health and care management services to girls and families who have been underserved by the mental health system.
2. Importance: The program provides several different services including intensive mental health treatment, care management, and intervention services in order to prevent girls who do not pose a public safety risk from being committed to costly residential programs. For every 20 girls prevented from being committed to a residential commitment facility, the State avoids costs totaling $554,180, based on the latest Department of Juvenile Justice budget report from September, 2015, which shows non- secure residential per diem at $153.94 per day.
3. Other: No previous funding.
PSU DJJ 1170 13 My Children's Keeper Pinellas 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the My Children's Keeper Initiative to serve 300 youth with intervention and diversion services and 160 parents with programs designed to increase engagement in their children's lives.
2. Importance: The program's goal is to reduce the incidence of children growing up without a father and, subsequently, lowering delinquency and youth gun violence.
3. Other: Matching funds of $1,000,000 are provided from the City of St. Petersburg, Florida. No recent funding history.
PSU DJJ 1174 A Grants And Aids To Local Brevard Goodson 175,124 - 175,124 175,124 1. Description: Provides funds for Crosswinds Youth Services, a nonprofit Governments And Nonstate organization providing services such as an emergency shelter, juvenile Entities - Fixed Capital justice prevention, transitional living, community counseling and case Outlay - Repair And management, and foster care transition to at-risk youth and families of Replace Building Brevard County. Funds are to be used for aging equipment and facility Infrastructure repairs, including the replacement of HVAC systems and flooring replacement.
2. Importance: Funding will provide replacement equipment and facility repair to ensure Crosswinds can continue to provide services in a safe and productive environment for youth and families served, as well as for staff and volunteers.
3. Other: FY 15-16: $750,000 n/r GR (vetoed)
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DLE 1224 2 Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Duval Bean, McBurney 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides matching funds to the Jacksonville Sheriff's for Community Oriented Office (JSO) to continue partially funding salaries and benefits for 15 law Policing Services enforcement officers hired in FY 2015-16. This allows 15 seasoned officers to provide additional patrolling to areas that have higher gang activity and crime rates. With a local/state contr bution of $774,884, the U.S. Department of Justice Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) would provide an additional $625,000 which would result in continued funding for 15 law enforcement officers for the JSO. This $250,000 is towards the state/local match.
2. Importance: The presence of additional officers can deter open drug sales, loitering, and acts of vandalism, as well as other crimes.
3. Other: Funded $250,000 N/R GR in FY 2015-16. Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to hire 15 law enforcement officers. The latest updated is that they did hire the 15 new recruits who have completed Basic Training and have transitioned to patrol. Upon completion of field training, the officers will commence full-time patrol duties and fifteen seasoned officers will begin implementing COPS strategies targeting homicides.
PSU DLE 1224 3 Florida State University Don Gaetz 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides funds to expand the Joint Agency In-Water Strike Panama City (JAWS) team to two additional regions (the Keys and the Tampa areas) to meet the needs of local law enforcement. The JAWS team is made up of the Florida State University (FSU) Panama City Underwater Crime Scene Investigation (USCI) program and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWCC). The funding is for equipment that would be owned and maintained by FSU's USCI program and issued on permanent loan to the two regions of the FWCC and for training to operationalize those teams. (FSU provides the equipment and training and FWC provides the Officers/Divers).
2. Importance: These strategically placed teams would provide for specialized investigative and recovery services/mission, where they have been unable to provide them previously. Without this funding, the existing northwest dive team will continue to operate with current resources in both the FSU and FWC budgets, but further expansion of this initiative would not be possible.
3. Other: The JAWS team was created in 2013 and is currently funded in FSU and FWC's budgets.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DLE 1224 4 Florida Cold Case Task {Statewide} Bean 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Department of Law Enforcement to Force support the Florida Cold Case Task Force. The Florida Cold Case Task Force was created by the Florida Sheriff's Association and consists of a team of detectives, medical examiners, and DNA scientists, and agency personnel that review cold cases in Florida and some missing person cases. They meet quarterly to review cases submitted by agencies throughout the state and offer investigative advice and access to emerging scientific technology. These funds would be used to bring in experts needed to assist in solving the cases.
2. Importance: The reviews by the task force of cold cases could lead to solving these crimes or finding a missing person.
3. History: No previous funding.
PSU DLE 1224 5 City of Lauderdale Lakes Broward Clarke-Reed 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the City of Lauderdale Lakes for the Virtual Policing Innovation installation of 10 emergency phone towers with fixed cameras in public Project places for virtual policing communication and security surveillance. This is part of the city's Virtual Policing Innovation Project.
2. Importance: The towers serve as an added measure of safety during emergencies and a deterrent for criminal acts in public places.
3. Other: No previous funding. The total project cost is $137,700, of which the city plans to pay $37,700.
PSU DLE 1224 6 Broward County Sheriff's Broward Jacobs 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Violence Intervention Pro-Active Office V.I.P.E.R. Program Enforcement Response Team (VIPER), which is an intelligence-led policing program within the Broward County Sheriff's Office that analyzes and uses information on violent and habitual offenders and tips from the community to solve crime. Funds would be for equipment necessary to conduct operations (covert audio/video recorders), computer hardware and software to enhance intelligence gathering, and electronic tracking mechanisms.
2. Importance: Funding will allow the Broward County Sheriff's Office to support the existing VIPER program.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 $500,000 GR recurring was vetoed because purchasing equipment for local law enforcement is the responsibility of local government.
FY 2014-15: $100,000 N/R GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DLE 1224 7 DeSoto County - New DeSoto A britton 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides funds to DeSoto County to acquire property for County Jail the jail replacement. The total cost to acquire the property is $775,000.
2. Importance: The county has concerns regarding the liability of the current jail. However, DeSoto County does not have an ample tax base, revenues, or options to take on more debt over the next 5 years.
3. Other: No previous funding. The county does not have any funding to apply to the property acquisition at this time and there are no current plans to construct or fund the new jail at this time. The original request was for $1.5 million.
PSU DLE 1224 8 City of Clewiston Hendry Boyd, Hudson 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the City of Clewiston for the construction of a new police station. The current police station is 66 years old. It is a metal (shed) with severe corrosion, failing plumbing, frequent electrical failures, and significant water damage. The total cost of a new facility is $1.75 million, according to the city engineer. The plan is to build the new police station on the existing parking lot and demolish the old structure and create parking for the new one.
2. Importance: The new police department will house 18 sworn officers, 4 communications officers, 6 administrative staff, and six auxiliary officers and will operate as a police department, temporary holding facility, and communications center.
3. Other: No previous funding. The City may be able to borrow a small percentage of the cost. State funding is being requested because the City of Clewiston does not and will not have the tax base to support this type of project in the near future.
PSU DLE 1224 9 City of Hollywood Broward Sobel 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the City of Hollywood to install, operate, and maintain street lights in the Liberia neighborhood to enhance security and reduce criminal activity.
2. Importance: The lights serve as a deterrent for criminal acts in public places.
3. Other: No previous funding. PSU DLE 1224 10 Hollywood Police Broward Sobel 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Hollywood Police Department to Department Identity Theft teach seniors how to avoid identity theft and to protect seniors from Education victimization by identity thieves through enforcement.
2. Importance: This program may reduce elderly identity theft victims through prevention awareness programs.
3. Other: No previous funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DLE 1224 11 Central Florida Multi- Orange Bracy 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the construction of the Central Florida Jurisdictional Law Multi-Jurisdictional Law Enforcement Training Facility to serve the cities of Enforcement Training Ocoee, Winter Garden, Apopka, and the Town of Oakland. Facility 2. Importance:
3. Other: No previous funding.
PSU DLE 1224 12 Palm Beach County Palm Beach Negron, Rooney, 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Palm Beach Sheriff's Office for an Sheriff's Office Unmanned Jr. Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) pilot program. The program will use a Aircraft System Program UAS in emergency and law enforcement activities (including search and rescue, disaster assessment and assistance, interdiction of drug and human trafficking activities, etc.) with these operational activities limited to navigable bodies of water within 25 miles of the jurisdiction of the Palm Beach Sheriff's Office. Funds will be used on hardware, software, and professional services (including all contractor assigned personnel, operations costs, training, etc.)
2. Importance: This funding will allow the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office to analyze the risks and effectiveness of the latest technological solutions available and develop a long term UAS Plan to improve law enforcement capabilities. The completion of the pilot program will result in an adaptable UAS Live Operations Plan to improve law enforcement capabilities and provide a higher level of public safety.
3. Other: No previous funding. Local funding toward the pilot program is $300,000. The total request was for $1.1 million.
PSU DLE 1224 13 Law Enforcement Body {Statewide} A britton 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funds for grants for county sheriff's offices to Worn Camera Grants purchase body-worn cameras for deputies. The sheriff's office or other entity on behalf of the sheriff's office must make an in-kind or cash match equal to the amount of the grant. The in-kind or cash match equal to the grant. Preference will be given to sheriff offices that employ more than 500 deputies in counties that have a population density of at least 1,000 persons per square mile.
2. Importance: Body worn cameras by law enforcement officers record their interactions with the public and gather video evidence at crime scenes. They can increase both officer and citizen accountability.
3. Other: No previous funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DLE 1235 ~1 Proviso - Fully Isolated Corcoran - - - - From the funds in Specific Appropriation 1235 through 1256, the Cloud Platform meeting Department of Law Enforcement shall serve as the lead Criminal Justice CJIS Compliance for Information Systems coordinator and shall perform the functions necessary Governmental Entities to allow governmental entities to use a fully isolated cloud platform that compiles with the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Criminal Justice Information Services Security Policy. PSU DLA 1283 1 Child Safety Matters {Statewide} Bradley, 1,660,000 - 1,660,000 - 1. Description: Provides additional funds for a research-based prevention McBurney education curriculum that educates elementary students with strategies to prevent bullying, cyberbullying, and all types of child abuse.
2. Importance: According to the Foundation, 1 in 4 children are bullied and 1 in 5 children are cyberbullied. In May 2013, the Governor signed HB 609 into law which expanded the definition of "bullying" to include "cyberbullying". The components of the Child Safety Matters Program meet the educational requirements related to bullying that are laid out in Florida law.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $1.2M recurring GR. Responded to ROI letter. The expected return was to enroll 600,000 (100,000 unfunded) by the end of the school year for FY 2015-16. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates they have enrolled 400,905. The additional funds for FY 2016-17 are to deliver the program to an additional 230,000 children (730,000 total). Student pre/post test gains were at 96% in bullying, cyberbullying, child abuse, and digital abuse prevention knowledge.
FY 2014-15: $1.9 M N/R GR - Enrolled 418,582 elementary school children for FY 2014-15.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DLA 1283 3 Bridging Freedom Pasco Nunez 700,000 500,000 1,200,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds to Bridging Freedom Project to complete the site development infrastructure of their property in FY 2016-17. They have private funding for the homes to be built beginning in November and will begin serving rescued children in the summer on 2017. The recurring funds will provide funding for 21 staff (15 licensed therapists, one clinical therapist/director, one nurse, one Florida Certified Educator, and three protective security officers).
2. Importance: Bridging Freedom will provide long-term services to children who are victims of human trafficking including providing specialized programming for Stockholm Syndrome, which is trauma bonding (bonding through beatings, harassment, threats, and intimidations). The goal is to break the bond that causes the victim to continually run back to the trafficker.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 $1M N/R GR for site development infrastructure in DCF's budget. Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to provide a safe environment to children rescued from child sex trafficking and to provide services for children who have been victimized by this crime. They have not provided quarterly updates.
PSU DLA 1283 4 Selah Freedom {Statewide} Pilon, Spano, 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides funds to Selah Freedom to provide human Young trafficking survivors (ages 18-29) restorative services and a safe place. These funds will expand the programs and services (outreach and assessment, teen prevention groups, residential housing) to further address the needs of human trafficking victims.
2. Importance: Provides safety and immediate crisis aid to victims of human trafficking. They have partnered with local law enforcement, jails, and outreach groups to identify victims and provide services to those wanting to get out of the life of victimization.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 - $250,000 N/R GR. Responded to ROI letter. The expected return is 44 weeks additional case management services and assessment beds and 176 Victim Support Meetings. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates they have provided 17 weeks of additional case management and assessment housing and 176 victim support group meetings. They project serving 60 women in assessment housing through their outreach and victim groups to find solutions instead of jail. The ROI is approximately $1.1 million based on an $18,000 incarceration cost.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DLA 1283 5 Voices for Florida Open Spano 500,000 2,567,306 3,067,306 500,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Voices of Florida for the Doors establishment and operation of Open Doors: Statewide Network of Commercially Sexually Exploited Children program. The program uses survivor mentors and clinicians to provide trauma-focused crisis intervention and therapeutic services for recovered child victims of sex trafficking. Funding is for 8 full time positions to oversee initial care management, including coordinating clinical services and assessments to ensure victims receive a service plan and 10 full time survivor mentors serving as first responders.
2. Importance: This program would increase care coordination for child victims of sex trafficking by developing and implementing emergency response and assistance, screening, research-based assessments, safety planning, individual care plans, coordination of mentoring services, survivor mentors, victim support, training, public awareness, and collaboration.
3. Other: No previous funding. Request was for $3.5 million.
PSU DLA 1297 1 Virgil Hawkins Justice 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Virgil Hawkins Justice Foundation to Foundation provide legal services to the indigent and homeless community. The Foundation is made up of more than 1,000 attorneys and offers scholarship funds to aid African American law students.
2. Importance: The funds are provided to fellows of Virgil Hawkins fellowship, who provide the pro bono legal services to the indigent in conjunction with law school students. This enhances due process for indigent individuals by providing legal representation.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $100,000 N/R GR. Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to provide pro bono legal services to approximately 250 clients. The latest update indicates that they have served 122 through the 2nd quarter of FY 2015-16. Based on a billable rate of $300/hour, they provide $672,000 in free legal services to the Central Florida community on an annual basis.
FY 2014-15: $100,000 N/R GR. Provided 246 individuals pro bono legal services.
FY 2013-14: $100,000 N/R GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU DLA 1297 2 Cuban American Bar Jose Diaz 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Cuban American Bar Association Association (CABA), which is a non-profit voluntary bar association that provides pro- bono legal assistance in Miami-Dade to individuals and families who meet federal poverty guidelines. They project providing 2,000 individuals with free legal services.
2. Importance: CABA provides free legal assistance to the poor in the Miami area (and surrounding counties) who could otherwise not afford proper representation and legal guidance. This enhances due process for indigent individuals by providing legal representation.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $100,000 N/R GR. Responded to ROI letter. The expected return was to provide 1,515 individuals with free legal services. They have submitted quarterly updates. The latest update (as of March 7, 2016) indicates they have provided 1,443 individuals with free legal services.
FY 2014-15: $100,000 N/R GR
FY 2013-14: $100,000 N/R GR
FY 2012-13: $50,000 N/R GR
ENV ACS 1334 A Special Categories - {Statewide} - 588,406 588,406 - 1. Description: Replacement of motor vehicles in the Agricultural Law Acquisition Of Motor Enforcement division (division) which have the most critical needs. Vehicles 2. Importance: DACS requested the replacement of 48 vehicles within the division.
3. Other: The Senate bill provides $616,087 from the Agricultural Emergency Eradication TF
LBR: $222,084 nonrecurring GR/$1,232,174 nonrecurring AEETF
ENV ACS 1341 ~1 Special Categories - - - - - Proviso: The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services may Acquisition Of Motor purchase one or more motor vehicles for the purpose of replacing vehicles Vehicles that have meet replacement criteria.
LBR: $337,842 nonrecurring LATF
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1344 A Special Categories - Glades, - 4,000,000 4,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides recurring funds in the Land Acquisition TF for Passive Dispersed Water Hendry, Martin, DACS to take over SFWMD option contracts with private landowners for Storage Okeechobee, water retention on private lands to reduce the amount of water delivered Palm Beach into Lake Okeechobee during the wet season and discharged to coastal estuaries for flood protection.
2. Importance: These contracts are 10-year terms with 5 years of guaranteed funding. The total cost for existing contracts is about $1.55 million over the next two years, and $906,898 for the remaining contracts thereafter plus anticipated contracts. Traditionally, water management districts have address dispersed water storage projects.
3. Other: Not in agency LBR. Vetoed in FY 15-16.
ENV ACS 1345 A Fixed Capital Outlay - - 15,000,000 15,000,000 - 1. Description: Funds from the Land Acquisition TF will be used exclusively Okeechobee Restoration within the Northern Everglades Protection Area (NEEPA) for the continued Agricultural Projects development and implementation of agricultural best management practices (BMPs) in the area.
2. Importance: Funding will assist with Everglades restoration efforts and help improve long-term water quality. Funds will be used to implement BMPs critical to reducing phosphorus loads to Lake Okeechobee through construction of water control structures on cattle operations and using crop management tools such as precision fertilizer application equipment.
3. Other: These projects are nonrecurring in nature and should be reevaluated on a year by year basis. In addition, similar projects can be funded out of DEP's BMAP appropriation.
FY 16-17 LBR: $15,000,000 nonrecurring LATF
FY 15-16 GAA: $1.9M GR/ $5M LATF
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1345 B Fixed Capital Outlay - - 5,103,856 5,103,856 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring Federal Grants TF funds to conduct Restore Act - Deepwater oversight and cost share agreements with landowners as part of the Horizon Oil Spill Apalachicola Watershed Agriculture Water Quality Improvements project. DACS would contract with local soil and water conservation districts to administer the cost-share funding for the purpose of assisting participating farmers with implementation of BMPs.
2. Importance: More efficient agricultural operations, reduced nutrient loadings to the Apalachicola watershed, and increased water conservation are the primary benefits from this project.
3. Other: Federal Grants TF (NR) Not in FY 16-17 Agency LBR Not in Govs Recs.
ENV ACS 1351 1 Fostering Success 100,000 - 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides recurring funds for employment readiness training and placement services for foster youth participating in the Fostering Success Project. This project is coordinated with DCF and DEO. The goal of the Fostering Success Pilot project is to provide young adults coming out of the state's foster care system an opportunity to learn what it means to be a professional and give them valuable work experience through an internship, so that they may be qualified to seek fulltime employment at the completion of the program.
2. Importance: Pilot program through DACS has been successful. The goal of the Fostering Success Pilot project is to provide young adults coming out of the state's foster care system an opportunity to learn what it means to be a professional and give them valuable work experience through an internship, so that they may be qualified to seek fulltime employment at the completion of the program.
3. Other: GR (R) Conference Issue ROI: FY14-15 pilot program had six participants. One intern was offered FTE position with Division of Marketing at DACS. FY15-16 program currently has 9 participants.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1354 A Special Categories - Hays 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring general revenue funds for a pilot FOSTER CARE YOUTH program to place youth in the foster care system in equine-related EQUINE ACTIVITIES activities. These funds will ensure 1,000 children in foster care can attend 5- 8 equine-related sessions. The foster child's sponsoring agency is respons ble for transportation and supervision. These funds will be used to administer the program at 40 accredited equine facilities.
2. Importance: Foster youth who have experienced abuse or abandonment have various mental health issues. The program utilizes the positive impact equine programs have with youth to improve self-acceptance, behavior, and socialization. Kids Central, a nonprofit, claims this program will lead to shorter stays in foster care for these children, and claim that the program will have a positive impact on educational and behavioral outcomes for participating foster children.
3. Other:
Not in Govs Recs
Not in FY 16-17 Agency LBR
ENV ACS 1354 B Fixed Capital Outlay - Leon 900,000 - 900,000 900,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring GR funds to begin the replacement of Repairs And Improvements - the HVAC system at the Doyle Conner building in Tallahassee. This Heating, Ventilation, And equipment was installed in 2002, and is past its life expectancy. According Air-Conditioning - Doyle to DACS, it has become costly to maintain and is approaching complete Conner Building failure. These funds would be used for Phase I of the project, specifically:
$500K for repairs and improvements for the Bio-Safety Lab 3 (BSL3) HVAC system.
$400K for repairs and improvements for the main building HVAC system.
2. Importance: The Doyle Conner Building houses the Food Safety Hazardous Culture Lab (HCL), the HCL equipment are energy intensive. Complete failure of the building's HVAC units would result in the shutting- down of critical operations.
3. Other: FY 16-17 LBR: $900,000 nonrecurring AEETF. Not in Gov recs.
*Agency priority #19/64
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1354 C Fixed Capital Outlay - {Statewide} - 3,712,872 3,712,872 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Inspection TF funds to Maintenance, Repairs And construct a multi-purpose facility that would house a petroleum lab and Construction - Statewide staff from multiple divisions. DACS previously owned the current land where the petroleum lab is located, in Port Everglades, and sold the property to the Broward County BOCC (10/22/2014).
2. Importance: The petroleum lab is used to test the quality of motor fuels. These tests help ensure that petroleum products sold in the state meet certain quality standards. Currently, DACS is in year 2 of a 3 year lease back for the current property and will need to purchase a new lease if they cannot move to the new site.
3. Other: Vetoed in FY 15-16.
ROI = If this issue is not funded DACS will need recurring authority of approximately $168K to pay monthly rent. By 2032, the cost to the state of not funding this issue will be greater than the cost of funding this issue and building the new multi-purpose facility.
FY 16-17 LBR: $3,712,872 nonrecurring GITF
Not in Govs recs.
*Agency priority #11/64
ENV ACS 1354 D Fixed Capital Outlay - Leon 536,450 - 536,450 536,450 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds from the Agricultural Repairs And Renovations - Emergency Eradication Trust Fund to complete roof repairs on the Laboratory Complex - Leon complex's corridor breezeway. County 2. Importance: Last year DACS spent approximately $45k on patchwork repairs to the roof. Lab buildings at the complex have experienced major water intrusions due to deteriorated roof coating. Water intrusions cause disruption of lab operations, and damage lab equipment.
3. Other: FY 16-17 LBR: $536,450 nonrecurring GR. Not in Govs recs.
*Agency priority #17/64
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1354 E Fixed Capital Outlay - Polk 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring GR funds for critical repairs to the Repair/Replacement/Renov Shaw Building in Winter Haven. The Shaw Building hosts DACS' Division of ations - Diagnostic Labs Plant Industry and the Division of Food Safety's Dairy Laboratory.
2. Importance: This building was built in 1986 and suffers from a variety of interior and exterior issues including: exterior structural damage, roof leaks, window leaks, mold, and termite infestation. The Division of Food Safety laboratory conducts testing on milk and milk products to ensure dairy products are safe for public consumption. The Division of Plant Industry also houses their Bureau of Citrus Budwood Registration at the facility. According to DACS, the condition of the building is deteriorating at a place in which employees will need to be relocated and lab operations will have to cease if the building is not repaired.
3. Other: FY 16-17 LBR: $300,000 nonrecurring AEETF. Not in Govs recs.
*Agency priority #23/64
ENV ACS 1366 A Special Categories - Grants {Statewide} - 13,997,368 13,997,368 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring Federal Grants TF funds to install And Aids - Bio-Fuel pumps and fueling stations. DACS was awarded $15,997,793 for the Infrastructure Partnership installation of 892 pumps and 70 underground storage tanks at 130 fueling (Bip) - United States stations in the state. Bio-fuel Infrastructure Program (BIP) funds will be Department Of Agriculture used to provide a portion of the costs related to the installation of bio-fuel infrastructure.
2. Importance: DACS, in conjunction with two private sector partners, applied for BIP funding with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). BIP funds will be used to increase access to biofuels. The BIP program expires on June 30, 2017. Once the program is expired, DACS will not be required to perform additional inspections or continue the program once the federal award runs out.
3. Other: This is a new issue. Not in Govs recs.
Amended FY 16-17 LBR: $13,997,368 nonrecurring Federal Grants TF
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1369 A Grants And Aids To Local {Statewide} Bradley 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring GR funds to create a new grant Governments And Nonstate program to provide state matching funds. The Florida Energy Systems Entities - Fixed Capital Consortium (FESC) received an original appropriation of $38M in 2008 Outlay - Grants And Aids - from the state to conduct collaborative energy research, development and Florida Energy Systems commercialization. Consortium (Fesc) 2. Importance: The Office of Energy provides matching funds to leverage federal contr butions for the purpose of supporting energy efficiency, conservation, and clean energy initiatives in the state. State funds are used to leverage potential matching funds from the federal government.
3. Other: FY 16-17 LBR: $2,500,000 nonrecurring GR. Not in Govs recs.
Agency priority #48/64
ENV ACS 1369 B Grants And Aids To Local {Statewide} - 1,350,000 1,350,000 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring Federal Grants spending authority for Governments And Nonstate special energy and omnibus projects, including the Farm Renewable and Entities - Fixed Capital Efficiency Demonstration (FRED) program. Outlay - United States Department Of Energy 2. Importance: Energy expenditures account for approximately 6.5% of Special Projects operating expenses for Florida's farms. This project will conduct on-farm evaluations to identify potential energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy technologies that may produce monetary savings for farmers in addition to environmental benefits.
3. Other:
LBR: $1,350,000 nonrecurring Federal Grants TF
FY 15-16 GAA: $1M
Agency priority #49/64
ENV ACS 1379 A Special Categories - {Statewide} 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 3,000,000 1. Description: Provides for the transfer of nonrecurring general revenue Transfer To Agricultural funds to the Agricultural Emergency Eradication Trust Fund. Emergency Eradication Trust Fund 2. Importance: This transfer is required by statute s. 570.1912, F.S.
3. Other: LBR: $1,500,00 recurring GR
FY 15-16 GAA: $1.5M
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1379 B P Special Categories - Private {Statewide} - 5,000,000 5,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring Land Acquisition TF funds to assist Land Owner Cost Share private landowners to participate in conservation programs that promote Assistance Program reforestation incentives.
2. Importance: The state's working forests provide many benefits including: carbon storage, wildlife habitat, and water resource protection. Private forest landowners own 63% of the state's forest land and support 78,236 jobs, primarily in rural communities. A 2012 study commissioned by the Legislature concluded that northwest and northeast Florida must reforest more acres to continue to support the jobs and economic impact provided by the state's working forests.
3. Other:
LBR: $3,000,000 nonrecurring LATF
ENV ACS 1385 A Special Categories - Aircraft {Statewide} 671,000 - 671,000 671,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring GR funds to purchase one federal Purchase excess property fixed-wing aircraft to provide wildfire intelligence to initial attack firefighters. DACS currently has 26 aircraft - consisting of 19 fixed- wing airplanes and 7 helicopters- which are primarily used for wildland fire, prescribed burning, insect and disease detection, emergency response and natural disasters. One fixed-wing plane is 40+ years old and needs replacing, this aircraft is primarily used for surveying fires.
2. Importance: Current aircraft used to combat wildfires has experienced substantial corrosion due to exposure to excessive heat and the coastline's above average salt content. Aircraft relay information to firefighters and detect wildfires in remote locations.
3. Other: LBR: $671,000 nonrecurring GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1386 A Fixed Capital Outlay - {Statewide} - 35,000,000 35,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring Florida Forever Program TF funds to Conservation And Rural protect agricultural lands through the acquisition of perpetual conservation Land Protection Easements easements. Easements work in tandem with agricultural production to And Agreements ensure sustainable agricultural practices and reasonable protection of the state's natural resources.
2. Importance: These funds will ensure agricultural lands are protected and not developed, and that these lands will remain in agricultural use.
3. Other:
LBR: $25,000,000 nonrecurring LATF
FY 15-16: $15M
$12M of CY appropriation has yet to be released
ENV ACS 1386 B Fixed Capital Outlay - {Statewide} - 2,820,065 2,820,065 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring Land Acquisition TF funds to repair Roads, Bridges, And unimproved roads in the state forest, including the replacement of bridges, Stream Crossing culverts and low-water crossings. Maintenance - Division Of Forestry 2. Importance: In order for the department to facilitate forest management activities and public access to forests the department must regularly maintain hundreds of miles of roads, bridges, culverts, and low-water crossings. These funds will assist DACS in maintaining the access and transportation system, which supports school bus routes, emergency vehicles, timber sales and recreational access to the forests which generates revenue of more than $9,000,000 annually.
3. Other:
LBR: $2,820,065 nonrecurring LATF
FY 15-16: $2,509,697
Agency priority #35/64
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1386 C Fixed Capital Outlay - {Statewide} - 3,000,000 3,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring Land Acquisition TF funds for Maintenance, Repairs And maintenance and repairs to facilities and structures that serve wildland fire Construction - Statewide protection, state forest land management and emergency response activities.
2. Importance: Preventative maintenance and repairs have been hard for DACS to keep up with in recent years due to limited funds for facility improvements. Several FFS facilities are in need of equipment shed/open pole barns in order to ensure specialized wildfire equipment is protected from the elements. Another facility needs repairing because it provides housing at a reduced rate to employees in lower pay grades.
3. Other:
LBR: $3,000,000 nonrecurring LATF
FY 15-16 GAA: $2,399,951
Agency priority #26/64
ENV ACS 1386 D Fixed Capital Outlay - Franklin - 4,050,000 4,050,000 - 1. Description: Provides budget authority from the Federal Grants Trust Restore Act - Deepwater Fund for Fixed Capital Outlay projects related to the implementation of the Horizon Oil Spill Tate's Hell Strategy 1 project. Northwest Florida Water Management District and Florida Forest Service created a high priority restoration plan including the installation, replacement, and construction of culverts, low water crossings, bridges, roads, and site-appropriate native tree plantings.
2. Importance: Funds are from the RESTORE Act silo of DWH funding and go to projects in areas adversely affected by the spill.
3. Other: Federal Grants TF Conference Issue.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1393 A Special Categories - {Statewide} - 4,313,927 4,313,927 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds from the Division of Licensing Regulatory Lifecycle Trust Fund to initiate the design, development, and implementation of an Management System enterprise regulatory system to automate the department's regulatory functions.
2. Importance: The department will use the new enterprise regulatory system as a means to improve its business processes, improve its customer service, and standardize data needs department-wide. The department believes this system will produce significant efficiencies and cost savings.
3. Other: Proviso requires DACS to submit a detailed project management plan to OPB, and the chairs of the House and Senate Appropriation's committees by July 15th, 2016. DACS is to submit quarterly status reports on the project.
LBR: $5,709,702 nonrecurring funds ($5,419,702 nonrecurring Div. of Licensing TF, $290,000 nonrecurring GR)
ENV ACS 1398 P Special Categories - - 273,715 273,715 - 1. Description: Replacement of motor vehicles in Food Safety Inspection Acquisition Of Motor and Enforcement which have the most critical needs. Vehicles 2. Importance: DACS requested the replacement of vehicles within the division.
3. Other: Federal Grants and General Inspection Trust Funds ENV ACS 1406 1 IFAS/Florida Medical - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides General Inspection TF funds to be used to support Entomology Laboratory personnel at IFAS/Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory to perform applied research for mosquito control.
2. Importance: These funds will be used to develop test formulas and application techniques of pesticides and biological control agents for the control of arthropods, and in particular, mosquitoes. The Florida Coordinating Council on Mosquito Control reviews and selects applications for research through an anonymous peer review system. Projects are judged based on statewide impact, need, uniqueness, and budget availability, among other factors.
3. Other: Research priority areas include 1) surveillance, control and risk prediction of diseases; 2) emerging pathogens; and 3) non-target effects of pesticides.
LBR: $2,660,000 recurring GITF
FY 15-16: $500K GITF
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1406 2 Competitive Grants for - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides General Inspection TF funds used for competitive Florida Universities and mosquito control research grants as approved by DACS. The research may Colleges be conducted by any public university or college in Florida.
2. Importance: This research will focus on applied and basic research into practical control methods to be used by local mosquito control agencies, and includes the prevention of mosquito-borne illnesses.
3. Other: House and Senate proviso and appropriations are identical.
LBR: $2,660,000 recurring GITF
FY 15-16: $500k GITF
ENV ACS 1406 3 Mu berry Mosquito Control Polk A britton 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring GR funds for mosquito control to spray and initiate a program to dredge and spray 14 abandoned phosphate pits. The city currently receives mosquito control spray efforts during the heaviest outbreak months, this request is for heavier and more frequent spraying efforts and to hire a private contractor to clean out excessive vegetation in abandoned phosphate mines throughout the city.
2. Importance: Mulberry, FL experiences a heavy presence of mosquito infestation. Mosquito infestation causes residents to have to avoid outdoor activities for 6-8 months of the year.
3. Other:
FY 145-15: $130K TF approved
Base: $2.66M
ENV ACS 1423 A Special Categories - {Statewide} - 318,030 318,030 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Inspection TF funds for the Acquisition Of Motor replacement of 15 motor vehicles in the Fruit & Vegetables Inspection & Vehicles Enforcement Division which have the most critical needs.
2. Importance: DACS requested the replacement of 15 vehicles in their LBR in the Fruits & Vegetables Inspection & Enforcement Division. These vehicles have acquired, or will have acquired by the end of the current fiscal year, 150,000 miles.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1424 A Special Categories - {Statewide} 8,180,000 - 8,180,000 8,180,000 1. Description: Provides for the transfer of nonrecurring general revenue Transfer To Agricultural funds to the Agricultural Emergency Eradication Trust Fund pursuant to s. Emergency Eradication 570.1912, F.S. Trust Fund 2. Importance: Required by s. 570.1912, F.S.
3. Other: The Senate bill provides for a transfer of $12,330,000 from general revenue to the Agricultural Emergency Eradication TF
LBR: $9,510,000 recurring GR
ENV ACS 1424 B Special Categories - {Statewide} 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 2,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring GR funds to supplement the Transfer General Revenue inspection program, the Florida Agricultural Statistics Service and the To Citrus Inspection Trust Citrus Budwood program. Citrus Inspection Trust Fund (CITF) revenues are Fund directly related to the size of the citrus crop, which has been trending downward for several years as a result citrus greening.
2. Importance: These funds will be used to supplement reduced revenues for the CITF due to the impact of citrus greening on the citrus industry. The Division of Fruit and Vegetables' Inspection Program, the Florida Agricultural Statistics Service, and the Division of Plant Industry's Citrus Budwood Programs are funded through the CITF and will need supplemental funding in order to continue services for the citrus industry.
3. Other: FY 16-17 LBR: $2,500,000 nonrecurring GR
FY 15-16 GAA: $1,500,000 GR
As of 3/5/16, the CITF has $375K in unreleased funds
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1433 1 Beef Marketing 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides recurring $2 M in GR from the Fl Agriculture Promotion Campaign funds to be transferred to the Cattle Enhancement Board, Inc., to conduct programs and research designed to expand uses of beef and beef products and strengthen the market position of the cattle industry in this state and in the nation.
2. Importance: These funds are a continuation of last year's program. These projects are prioritized by the industry, research and promotional projects are conducted primarily by UF. The beef industry does not have an issue related to the demand of their product, they have issues related to the supply of their product.
3. Other: Responded to the ROI letter---They indicated any research or promotional projects provided funds would be required to generate a ROI.
FY 15-16: $1M GR
ENV ACS 1438 A Special Categories - {Statewide} Bradley - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides General Inspection TF funds for agricultural Agricultural Leadership And leadership and education opportunities for youth. Specific leadership and Education educational opportunities for youth include 4H, Future Farmers of America, county fairs, and livestock shows. These programs teach leadership through agricultural related activities, as well as, skills that support industry driven certifications, technical and managerial careers in the agricultural industry. Provides additional support for organizations like Florida Ag in the Classroom, Example: Ag Ventures, Ag Literacy Day, School Gardens.
2. Importance: The average age of a farmer today is 55 years old. In order to support the future viability of agricultural industries in the state introducing the possibility of working in one of the 200 different career opportunities in agriculture to today's youth is important.
3. Other:
FY 16-17 LBR: $300,000 recurring GITF
FY 15-16: Vetoed $250K in GR and $300 K in GITF for "promotional awards"
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1442 A P Grants And Aids To Local Marion Hays 5,000,000 - 5,000,000 5,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds to continue the build-out of the Governments And Nonstate Florida Horse Park facilities with barns, parking, entrances, restrooms, Entities - Fixed Capital water and sewer. Outlay - Florida Horse Park 2. Importance: The Horse Park hosts over 70 events each year, including 3 international equestrian competitions. According to the Park, overall state economic impact is an est. $75M/yr once complete.
3. Other: Proviso specifies up to 10% may be used for administrative costs.
Not in Govs Recs
Vetoed $2M in FY 15-16
ENV ACS 1442 B 1 Central Florida Fair Orange Sullivan 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring general revenue funds for the Livestock Pavilion replacement of a roof and repair of pillars of a livestock pavilion.
2. Importance: This facility hosts over 750+ youth, and 1400 animals a year. Also, this facility is utilized by 6 nearby counties in addition to Orange County.
3. Other: This project was ranked 15 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list.
Added in last minute House supplemental Issues
ENV ACS 1442 B 2 Hardee County Cattlemen's Hardee 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue to construct roofs Arena over existing livestock pens, and a covered walkway between the arena and the exhibition hall.
2. Importance: This facility is currently used for rodeos, the county fair, and holidays.
3. Other: FY 15-16 the Hardee County Fair Association received $300K to make improvements and renovations to the exhibition hall. These included new and renovated restrooms, and a new entry way into the hall.
This project was not on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list.
FY 15-16: $300K n/r GR
ROI:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1442 B 3 Hendry County Fair and Hendry Hudson 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds to update the Hendry County Livestock Show, Inc. Fair and Rodeo Complex facilities for code compliance and general wear and tear accumulated since the facilities were erected in the 1950s.
2. Importance: These funds will allow for the enclosure of a currently open- air facility, and visitors staying for multiple days to use electrical hook-ups for RVs and other campers.
3. Other: Not in agency LBR or Govs Recs
This project was ranked 18 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list.
ENV ACS 1442 B 4 Hillsborough County Fair Hillsborough Hudson 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds to update the Hendry County Fair and Rodeo Complex facilities for code compliance and general wear and tear accumulated since the facilities were erected in the 1950s.
2. Importance: These funds will allow for the enclosure of a currently open- air facility, and visitors staying for multiple days to use electrical hook-ups for RVs and other campers.
3. Other: Not in agency LBR or Govs Recs
This project was not on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list.
ENV ACS 1442 B 5 Gadsden County Gadsden 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for the City of Gretna to Agricultural Multi-Purpose construct a new agricultural education and exhibition building. This facility Facility will primarily host horse and livestock shows.
2. Importance: The existing facility is aging and has needed renovations in recent years. The City of Gretna has indicated that they're committed to building this facility and have formed an authority for the purpose of seeking matching funds for the renovation.
3. Other: This project was ranked 8 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1442 B 6 Madison County Madison Beshears 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for the construction of a 45,000 Agricultural & Exposition square foot multi-use agricultural exposition facility to host agricultural, Center educational, and seasonal events in Madison County.
2. Importance: Agricultural events, such as rodeos, livestock shows, draw visitors from out of the county and give the residents of the county a place to come together to display their agricultural products.
3. Other: Not in FY 16-17 agency LBR, or Govs Recs
This project was ranked 10 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list.
ENV ACS 1442 B 7 Manatee River Fair Exh bit Manatee 450,000 - 450,000 450,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for renovation and repairs to Hall the Manatee River Fair agricultural exhibit hall. The hall is in need of HVAC and restroom retrofitting in order to be used.
2. Importance: The Manatee River Fair Association plans to rent the facility to other entities, but cannot do so currently as the facility needs new and renovated restrooms, electrical outlets, and air conditioning. Manatee River Fair Association believes they will be able to host more events and more visitors with these facility upgrades.
3. Other: This project was ranked 19 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list.
ENV ACS 1442 B 8 Okeechobee County Agri- Okeechobee 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for the construction of the Civic Center Okeechobee County Agri-Civic Center. These funds would be used to extend the roof of the current facility which would greatly increase the space available for agricultural education display areas, and extension classes.
2. Importance: The current facility hosts horse shows, youth livestock shows, and other educational displays and extension classes. By extending the roof the space available will quadruple. The arena has been forced to turn down events in the past due to a lack of space available.
3. Other: Events in the arena contribute $3M to Okeechobee area.
This project was ranked 11 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1442 B 9 St. Petersburg Agricultural 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue to construct a new Education and Exhibit Agriculture Education Exhibit Building in St. Petersburg. This facility will Building include a kitchen/classroom to host sustainable agriculture education, healthy eating, and cottage industry techniques.
2. Importance: Cottage industry techniques allow agricultural producers to learn value-add practices which turn agricultural produce into food or other edible commodities.
3. Other: This project was ranked 9 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list.
ENV ACS 1442 B 10 Santa Rosa County Fair Santa Rosa Evers 643,000 - 643,000 643,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue for Phase II of the Santa Rosa Agriplex. Phase II includes site preparation, utility hook ups, the construction of an exhibition building, clinical livestock space, and program office space. These funds will complete the project. Santa Rosa County has long-term maintenance funds set aside for this facility, they do not anticipate any additional fund requests for this project.
2. Importance: The Santa Rosa County Fair has experienced a 300% increase in youth livestock showings, and other agriculture-related events (4H, FFA, etc...). The current facility lacks suitable outdoor space to host the additional events.
3. Other: This project was ranked 1 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list.
ENV ACS 1442 B 11 Southeastern Livestock Marion Hays 999,024 - 999,024 999,024 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for construction at the Pavilion Southeastern Livestock Pavilion agricultural complex in Ocala. Funds will be used to cover an arena so that events may be held there throughout the year.
2. Importance: The project received $696K in FY 15-16, has yet to spend last year's appropriation. This year's request would complete the total needed to go ahead with, and complete, construction.
3. Other: This project was not on this year's Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list compiled by DACS.
ROI=FY15-16: Responded to the ROI letter--The expected return was to hold an additional 20 events a year due to renovations made to the roof of the pavilion. They have not provided a quarterly update.
FY 15-16: $696,980 n/r GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1442 B 12 Union County Extension Union 280,000 - 280,000 280,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for Union County agricultural and Agriculture Education promotion and education facilities. Center 2. Importance: Agricultural promotion and education facilities allow communities to have a place to come together to learn agricultural techniques, trades, and to promote the area's agricultural industries.
3. Other: This project was ranked 3 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list
ENV ACS 1442 B 13 Wakulla County/UF-IFAS Wakulla Beshears 80,000 - 80,000 80,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for renovations and repairs to Extension Facility the Wakulla County IFAS Livestock facility. These repairs are needed to improve the existing livestock holding and showing facility.
2. Importance: These funds will be used to ensure that livestock stored during events will not be able to escape and cause harm to people and property.
3. Other: This project was ranked 14 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list
ENV ACS 1442 B 14 Walton County Fair and Walton Drake 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for renovations to Walton Agricultural Education County Fair Association's Ag Education Facility. The facility's current Building restrooms are not ADA-compliant, and the facility's HVAC needs to be replaced.
2. Importance: The facility is used for the annual county fair and to house county extension offices. Adjacent counties no longer host county fairs due to a lack of suitable space, this facility would likely draw in vendors and visitors from adjacent counties to the Walton County fair.
3. Other: This project was ranked 21 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list
ENV ACS 1442 B 15 Washington County Washington Drake 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for the construction of a new Agricultural Facility agricultural promotion and education facilities. This facility is primarily used as a community facility for area graduation ceremonies, extension programs, and youth development.
2. Importance: The facility is aging and in need of repairs in order to continue housing county extension staff and agricultural-related events.
3. Other: This project was ranked 13 of 21 on DACS' 2016-2017 certified Agricultural Education and Promotion Facilities list
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1446 A Special Categories - {Statewide} - 235,640 235,640 - 1. Description: Replacement of 8 motor vehicles in the Aquaculture Division Acquisition Of Motor which have the most critical needs. Vehicles 2. Importance: DACS requested the replacement of 8 vehicles in their LBR in the Aquaculture Division.
3. Other: General Inspection TF
In agency's amended FY 16-17 LBR
CY: $30K approved
ENV ACS 1447 1 Oyster Cultch Material Franklin Beshears 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring GR funds for the Wakulla Research Environmental Institute to study various oyster cultch material to determine which is the most effective for spat set and oyster population revitalization. The Wakulla Environmental Institute (WEI) is a component of Tallahassee Community College (TCC).
2. Importance: Oysters are among the state's top commercial seafood products in terms of dockside value. 95% of the state's oysters are harvested in Apalachicola Bay.
3. Other: This is a new project. Not in agency FY 16-17 LBR, or Govs Recs.
TCC received an appropriation of $4.5M in 2012 to construct WEI.
ENV ACS 1449 A Special Categories - {Statewide} 632,970 - 632,970 632,970 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring GR funds for projects recommended Aquaculture Development by the Aquaculture Review Council (ARC) for continued growth of the Aquaculture Industry.
2. Importance: These projects are prioritized research projects from ARC. They are intended to ensure Florida remains a leader in aquaculture technology and production. ARC was created to ensure the industry and department address the priorities of the state's aquaculture industry.
3. Other: In FY 16-17 agency LBR ($632,970 nonrecurring GR). Not in Govs Recs.
FY 15-16 GAA: $796,639 GR/NR
FY 14-15 GAA: $755,820 GR/NR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1450 A Fixed Capital Outlay - Franklin - 4,680,000 4,680,000 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring Federal Grants TF funds to Restore Act - Deepwater administer the deposition and subsequent monitoring on approximately 219 Horizon Oil Spill acres of existing oyster habitat for the settling of oyster larvae and oyster colonization in the Apalachicola Bay system in Franklin County as part of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill Natural Resource Damage Assessment.
2. Importance: Planting oyster shells is the primary strategy to restore oyster reefs, and is crucial to the survival of the Apalachicola Bay oyster system in Franklin County.
3. Other: Agency's amended FY 16-17 LBR.
Not in Govs Recs.
ENV ACS 1458 A Fixed Capital Outlay - Osceola 7,358,016 - 7,358,016 7,358,016 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds to renovate the Bronson Construction - Additions Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab (BADDL) to retain certifications. The lab Kissimmee Diagnostic Lab carries out active animal disease prevention (such as bird flu), surveillance, and control programs to ensure the safety and wholesomeness of the state's food supply.
2. Importance: The Bronson Animal Disease Lab exists to provide scientific expertise in the detection and investigation of animal diseases which affect humans as well as animals.
3. Other: UF lab is for educational purposes only. BADDL is the only accredited lab in the state. Accreditation is necessary in order to conduct certain USDA regulatory tests, which are mandatory for animal sale, exhibition, interstate movement or export, as well as participating in various grant opportunities.
FY 16-17 LBR: $10,268,900 nonrecurring GR
Vetoed FY 15-16, $2M for HVAC repairs, necropsy waste water treatment system repairs, crematorium repairs, and laboratory floors, roof, lighting.
*Agency priority #12/64
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1462 A Special Categories - 733,911 - 733,911 733,911 1. Description: Replacement of motor vehicles in the Plant Pest and Acquisition Of Motor Disease Control division which have the most critical needs. All vehicles Vehicles have, or will have, met DMS standards for equipment replacement by the end of the current FY.
2. Importance: DACS requested the replacement of 77 vehicles in their LBR in the Plant Pest and Disease Control division. These vehicles have acquired, or will have acquired by the end of the current fiscal year, 150,000 miles.
3. Other: The Senate bill provides $738,440 nonrecurring appropriation from the Agricultural Emergency Eradication TF, LBR: $1,476,880 nonrecurring AEETF
ENV ACS 1466 A Special Categories - {Statewide} 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides for the transfer of nonrecurring general revenue Transfer To Agricultural funds to the Agricultural Emergency Eradication Trust Fund pursuant to s. Emergency Eradication 570.1912, F.S. Trust Fund 2. Importance: Required by s. 570.1912, F.S.
3. Other: to Ag. Emergency Eradication TF from GR LBR: $9,510,000 recurring GR ENV ACS 1469 1 Laurel Wilt Avocado Tree - 150,000 150,000 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for removal and destruction of Removal infested avocado trees that are acting as hosts and breeding factories for pests and disease. Avocado trees are infested with laurel wilt, which is spread by the ambrosia beetle. Laurel wilt is an invasive fungus that kills avocado trees.
2. Importance: The avocado industry is suffering from the laurel wilt fungus which is lethal to avocado trees. The loss of avocado trees will negatively impact the state's $13M avocado industry.
3. Other: The Senate version includes a nonrecurring appropriation of $500,000 from the Agricultural Emergency Eradication TF.
FY 16-17 LBR: $150,000 recurring GR
H - $150K n/r GR
S - $500K n/r AEETF
Not in Govs recs
FY 15-16 GAA: $150,000 in nonrecurring GR was vetoed for the removal of infested avocado trees
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1470 A Special Categories - - 720,000 720,000 - 1. Description: UF/IFAS' Biological Control Research and Containment Transfer To University Of Laboratory (BCRCL) introduces and evaluates natural enemies of invasive Florida/Institute Of Food insects to study their potential for use in the field as biological control And Agricultural Sciences agents. This facility has produced biological control agents which have For Invasive Exotics helped control alligatorweed, melaleuca, and tropical soda apple. Quarantine Facility 2. Importance: Restore pass-through funding for IFAS to operate the Biological Control Quarantine facility. These funds were previously in base budget.
3. Other: Plant Industry TF, typical biological control agents take approx. 15 years to make it into the field. the UF/IFAS Invasive Exotics facility regularly places viable biological control agents in the field in 9-10 years.
S - $0
FY 16-17 LBR: $180,000 recurring GR
Not in Govs recs
Vetoed in FY 15-16
ENV ACS 1471 A Fixed Capital Outlay - Alachua 650,000 - 650,000 650,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds to repurpose the obsolete Renovations And irradiator facility in Alachua County into office space. Improvements - Irradiator Facility Gainesville 2. Importance: DACS has looked into the possibility of renting office space in Alachua County. According to the Department of Management Services (DMS) the only DMS space available is currently full. DACS has determined that it would be more cost effective to renovate the irradiator facility that to rent office space, as DACS would likely need a recurring appropriation of approximately $257K for a lease. Whereas a one-time appropriation of $650K would renovate space DACS currently owns.
3. Other: Same amount in FY 16-17 agency LBR. Not in Govs recs.
*Agency priority #22/64
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1471 B Fixed Capital Outlay - - 510,000 510,000 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue funds for additional Relocation, Repair And HVAC equipment needed to keep the cool greenhouse at appropriate Renovation Of Citrus temperatures for citrus germplasm testing. These funds will be used to Budwood Facilities - purchase a chilled water system, chiller, upgrade electrical system, project Statewide engineering and management for the Citrus Germplasm Introduction Program (CGIP) in Lacrosse.
2. Importance: The citrus germplasm facility is responsible for the testing new citrus varieties for harmful pathogens. Tests conducted at the facility take anywhere from 6 months to three years to complete. Once testing has concluded for a specific variety of citrus, and the new variety has been deemed healthy, it is released to the Citrus Budwood Registration Program (CBRP) for additional testing and growth. Trees are grown to ensure citrus fruit is viable.
3. Other: Not in DACS' LBR due to a late review by the department's engineers. DACS met with OPB on this issue.
ENV ACS 1471 C P Fixed Capital Outlay - Alachua Hays 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 2,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for the construction of a Apiary Research And research and extension laboratory, at the University of Florida in Extension Laboratory - Dms Gainesville, for the purpose of conducting research on honeybee Mgd husbandry, biodiversity, ecology, and integrated crop pollination. Total construction costs of the lab are estimated to be approximately $2.3M.
2. Importance: The apiary industry provides an estimated $65 million in increased fruit and vegetable production to the state's agriculture industry. Previously, neither UF/IFAS nor the Beekeepers Association committed to providing matching funds. Matching funds would ensure costs are shared among all entities.
3. Other: Amended FY 16-17 LBR: $3,644,269 nonrecurring GR.
Not in Govs Recs.
Vetoed in FY 15-16, and FY 14-15.
Not ranked by agency.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1471 C ~1 Fixed Capital Outlay - - - - - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for the construction of a Apiary Research And research and extension laboratory, at the University of Florida in Extension Laboratory - Dms Gainesville. The distribution of these funds are contingent upon a 25% Mgd match from the UF/IFAS and a 10% match from the Florida State Beekeepers Association.
2. Importance: Previously, neither UF/IFAS nor the Beekeepers Association have committed to providing matching funds. This would ensure costs are shared among all entities.
3. Other: Amended FY 16-17 LBR: $3,644,269 nonrecurring GR.
Not in Govs Recs.
Vetoed in FY 15-16, and FY 14-15.
H-$0
ENV ACS 1471 D Grants And Aids To Local Polk A britton 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for infrastructure upgrades to Governments And Nonstate meet state certification standards for a citrus nursery and construction of a Entities - Fixed Capital new histology lab to study techniques to grow and manipulate plant and Outlay - Florida Southern animal cells. College Greenhouse And Science Laboratories 2. Importance: Florida Southern College is interested in trying to attract students to learn skills important to the agriculture industry. These upgraded and new facilities will enable Florida Southern College's students the ability to learn the skills to be citrus growers and nursery owners.
3. Other: Not in FY 16-17 LBR, or Govs recs. This project was vetoed in FY 15-16.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1478 A Special Categories - Grants Duval, Miami- Campbell, 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for DACS to award grants for And Aids - Ounce Of Dade, Orange Fullwood three initiatives geared towards addressing the issues of childhood obesity Prevention and the issue of food deserts. These initiatives include:
Florida Children's Initiatives:
1. Miami Children's Initiative (MCI): $95K for a full-time health and wellness coordinator to measure the impacts of comprehensive year-round athletics programs on the health of children.
2. Parramore Kidz Zone - Orlando: $95K for a similar role as the MCI, provide healthy food and cooking lessons to Parramore children and parents, and expanding youth gardens.
3. New Town Success Zone - Jacksonville: $95K for a community garden expansion.
2. Importance:
3. Other: FY 16-17 LBR: $75,000 recurring GR. Not in Govs recs. Vetoed in FY 15-16.
ENV ACS 1478 B 1 Florida Association of Food {Statewide} 1,750,000 - 1,750,000 1,300,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Florida Association of Food Banks for Banks the acquisition, storage and distribution of food and grocery products to needy people throughout the state. Remaining funds will be provided to the Cutting Edge Ministries Food Center.
2. Importance: These funds will be used to deliver good to the state's needy populations. Without these funds the program will expand the amount of food available to needy Floridians.
3. Other: Senate line item 1478 A comparable. Responded to the ROI letter- --The expected return was to provide 12M lbs of food to needy people in the state. They have provided a quarterly update. The latest update indicates they were able to distr bute 912K lbs of food for a cost of $34K.
FY 16-17 LBR: $1,000,000 nonrecurring GR
Not in Govs Recs
FY 15-16 GAA: $1.2M nonrecurring GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1478 B 2 Cutting Edge Ministries {Statewide} Grimsley 7,000 - 7,000 7,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Florida Association of Food Banks for Food Center the acquisition, storage and distribution of food and grocery products to needy people throughout the state. Remaining funds will be provided to the Cutting Edge Ministries Food Center.
2. Importance: These funds will be used to deliver good to the state's needy populations. Without these funds the program will expand the amount of food available to needy Floridians.
3. Other: Senate line item 1478 A comparable. Responded to the ROI letter- --The expected return was to provide 12M lbs of food to needy people in the state. They have provided a quarterly update. The latest update indicates they were able to distr bute 912K lbs of food for a cost of $34K.
FY 16-17 LBR: $1,000,000 nonrecurring GR
Not in Govs Recs
FY 15-16 GAA: $1.2M nonrecurring GR
ENV ACS 1478 C Special Categories - Food Miami-Dade Stafford 66,000 - 66,000 66,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds to the Healthy Plate Healthy Pantries Living Project for distribution of over one million pounds of healthy food to the unemployed, disabled, elderly, the under employed and those living at or below poverty level. Requested funds will be used to pay for a truck driver, food program manager, custodian, accountant. Glory Temple Ministries' Healthy Plate Healthy Living Project will purchase and distribute the food.
2. Importance: Miami-Dade County has approximately 300,000 food insecure individuals. These individuals lack healthy food options and the resources to acquire nutritious meals.
3. Other: Not in agency LBR or Govs Recs
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1479 A Special Categories - Farm {Statewide} Artiles, Hays 2,234,909 - 2,234,909 2,234,909 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for storage, transportation and Share Program other related costs associated with the recovery and distribution of fresh produce to needy people throughout the state. Farm Share recently acquired a location in Jacksonville, these funds will be used to get that location online.
2. Importance: Farm Share recovers and delivers surplus food products from Florida farms and provides nutritious food to needy families in the state.
3. Other: The Senate bill provides $1M nonrecurring general revenue for this line item.
Farm Share responded to the ROI letter---The expected return was to recover an additional 35M lbs of food and serve over 4.5M households. They have not provided a quarterly update.
FY 16-17 LBR: $1,000,000 nonrecurring GR
Not in Govs Recs
FY 15-16: $2.5M n/r GR
FY 14-15: $1.5M n/r GR
FY 13-14: $1M n/r GR
Additional $500K added in House supplemental funding
ENV ACS 1479 B Special Categories - Orange 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the continuation of a pilot program Kingdom Harvest established in 2014 to provide fresh fruits and vegetables to low income Community Food And families. Kingdom Harvest Community Food and Outreach Center in Outreach Center Orlando provides food, crisis care, opportunities for education, and employment assistance to low income individuals and children.
2. Importance: Families who do not have access to fresh healthy foods will have a way to obtain them at low or no cost.
3. Other: FY 16-17 LBR: $100,000 recurring GR.
Not in Govs recs.
FY 15-16 GAA: $100K nonrecurring GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV ACS 1482 A Grants And Aids To Local {Statewide} 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for the expansion and Governments And Nonstate completion of Second Harvest Food Bank's (SHFB) Orlando facility. Entities - Fixed Capital SHFB's Culinary training and job placement program has graduated 105 Outlay - Second Harvest individuals since 2014. The program has had a 100% job placement rate. Food Bank Of Central Program graduates retain their jobs at higher rates (76%) than industry Florida average (66%).
2. Importance: SHFB plans to use this facility to host culinary training courses, job placement services, and serve meals to needy families in the Orlando area. SHFB claims that the expansion of its culinary training and job placement program will help the program graduate 120 students per year, instead of 50. The program is in demand with potential students, and currently has a long waiting list. Also, Disney, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, Florida Hospital, Darden and other businesses in the area regularly hire program graduates.
3. Other: Not in FY 16-17 agency LBR or Govs Recs.
ROI=A SHFB program graduate's first year earnings compared to the cost to put one student through the program provide a return on investment of 420%.
ENV DEP 1529 A Special Categories - 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Provides funding from General Revenue to the Division of Coastal Mapping And State Lands for updated surveying of coastline data points that may have Corner Restoration been impacted by erosion. These data points are used by professional surveyors and cartographers. 2. Importance: Coast line data points are threatened by beach erosion. Thus, updating these points would benefit surveying and mapping professionals who rely on these data points. The last time these data points were updated on a statewide basis was 2008. Almost half of the data points around the state have been lost due to erosion. 3. Other: ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1533 1 Rural & Family Lands - 35,000,000 35,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for acquisition of agricultural lands through perpetual conservation easements and other perpetual less-than-fee techniques through the Rural and Family Lands Program administered by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 2. Importance: The Rural and Family Lands Program aims to protect agricultural lands, create easement documents that work together with agricultural production to ensure sustainable agricultural practices and reasonable protection of the environment without interfering with agricultural operations in such a way that could put the continued economic viability of these operations at risk, and protect natural resources, not as the primary purpose, but in conjunction with the economically viable agricultural operations. 3. Other: Florida Forever TF Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1533 ~2 ARC Transaction History - - - - 1. Description: Funds shall be used for land acquisition for projects on the approved Acquisition and Restoration Council's priority list pursuant to section 259.105, Florida Statutes. Prior to the approval of the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund for land acquisition projects, the transaction history of the most recent three transactions or five years of the transaction history, whichever is longer, of the proposed acquisition, must be made available to the public before the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund may acquire such property. 2. Importance: Directs funding to Florida Forever projects as prioritized by ARC and seeks to increase transparency by requiring disclosure of the respective property's acquisition history. 3. Other: CY GAA: Included Gov Recs - Similar language C - Included
ENV DEP 1535 A Grants And Aids To Local Lake Hays, Metz 600,000 - 600,000 600,000 1. Description: Provides funds from General Revenue to purchase land Governments And Nonstate adjacent to Lake County owned land which abuts to the outflow into Lake Entities - Fixed Capital Harris. This appropriation would allow the parcel to circumvent the existing Outlay - Helena Run process for purchasing land. This project is not located in Florida Forever Preserve project boundary. 2. Importance: SJRWMD indicated the seller has been attempting to sell the land since 2009 and would like to see it preserved. It's a 20-acre parcel which leads into the chain of lakes and was the stop before Okahumpka for steamboats in the 1800s. 3. Other: LATF CY GAA: Vetoed because it circumvented the established statewide review process Not included in Gov Recs C - $600K
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1535 B Grants And Aids To Local Orange Robert Cortes, - 2,000,000 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding from the Land Acquisition Trust Fund for Governments And Nonstate Miller the Howell Creek Wetlands land acquisition, consisting of 43.4 acres of Entities - Fixed Capital wetlands and flood plain contiguous to and including portions of Howell Outlay - Grants And Aids - Creek within the City of Winter Park. A portion of the current park has Howell Branch Preserve been constructed with assistance through the Florida Communities Trust. This appropriation would allow the parcel to circumvent the existing process for purchasing land. 2. Importance: The watershed drains into Lake Jesup within the middle St. Johns River Basin and is part of the Basin Management Action Plan for the improvement of water quality within Lake Jesup. The City currently owns and maintains over 50 acres of wetlands adjacent to the subject parcel. The City would provide in-kind matching funds through personnel and material expenses to perform the initial and continued maintenance of the wetland parcels estimated to be $100K the first year and $300K for each following year. 3. Other: CY GAA: Vetoed because it circumvented the established statewide review process Not included in Gov Recs C - $2M
ENV DEP 1546 1 Mobile Vessel Pumpout Monroe Flores, Raschein 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides funding from General Revenue to the County's Service (Pumpout USA) contracted pumpout service, PumpOut USA. Users of Pumpout USA's services are not charged a fee due to the county's contract. The Clean Vessel Act (CVA) (1992) established a federal (USFWS) grant program for construction and installation of pumpout facilities and education to reduce pollution from vessel sewage discharges. Those who anchor within Monroe County's anchoring zones created through FWC's Pilot Program must provide proof of pumpout every 10 days. Monroe County has entered into a 1 year contract with Pumpout USA worth $729,800. In CY, the county has received $250K through the CVA and $100K in the CY GAA which brings the total cost to the county down to $379,800. 2. Importance: Monroe County's mobile vessel pumpout service currently is performing over 2,000 pumpouts/month, removing and properly disposing of approximately 35K gallons of sewage that might otherwise be discharged overboard into the water column. The CVA funding for the contract has dropped from $440K to $250K which resulted in the request for the state's involvement. 3. Other CY GAA: $100K (NR) Not included in Gov Recs C - $500K
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1584 A Special Categories - Grants Mayfield, Negron 250,000 - 250,000 - 1. Description: Transfers funding for the Ocean Resource Conservation And Aids - Ocean Research Association's Kilroy Monitoring from a FCO category to an Operating And Conservation Category Association - Kilroy 2. Importance: Provides funding for Kilroy Monitoring Systems which Monitoring Systems monitor the physical, chemical and biological indicators of health within the Indian River Lagoon. 3. Other: FY 14-15 - $2M ($1.3M equipment; $700K for S&B) FY 15-16 - $250K (operational support) ROI - Responded to ROI letter. "Funding will provide for the continued deployment of the Kilroy Monitoring Systems, yielding information pertinent to BMAP requirements and improved water quality for the State of Florida, as well as hire full time two engineering technicians responsible for the project. The funding also provides the potential for an additional field technician position to be decided in the coming months. Additionally our work provides information to resource managers who, when making decisions about the best use of public dollars, have the resources they need to support their decisions." They have not provided quarterly updates. Gov Recs in FCO category line 1591 (GR) C - $250K
ENV DEP 1586 A Special Categories - Broward Christopher Smith 850,000 - 850,000 850,000 1. Description: Transfers funding to SFWMD for the design of a new linear Transfer To The South parkway park along the North Fork of the New River to connect the Florida Water Management greenway system in the City of Lauderhill. This appropriation would allow District - City Of Lauderhill the project to circumvent existing grant review processes within DEP. Parkway Park / North Fork 2. Importance: The North Fork is a remnant section of the eastern Of New River Everglades and flows through the northwest section of the City of Ft. Lauderdale and a portion of unincorporated Broward County. The City would provide $100K in matching funds and the construction of the greenway would help keep the river clean from current littering. 3. Other: Proviso: Funds are provided to SFWMD for the design of a new linear parkway park along the North Fork of the New River to connect the greenway system in the City of Lauderhill. SFWMD must begin project design no later than October 1, 2016. CY GAA: Vetoed because it circumvents the established grant review process, such as that for FRDAP. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1589 A Grants And Aids To Local Pasco Corcoran 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Directs funds to SWFWMD to reimburse Pasco County for Governments And Nonstate the acquisition of 47 acres of a conservation easement in Pasco County Entities - Fixed Capital (Heritage Lakes Estates) to abate flooding. Outlay - Aid To Water 2. Importance: The County has moved forward with the purchase even Management Districts-Land though only half of the funds were available (total cost $3M). The land Acquisition would mitigate flooding impacts for the surrounding residential properties. 3. Other: GR CY GAA: Back of the bill language vetoed Not included in Gov Recs
ENV DEP 1590 ~3 Grants And Aids To Local - - - - 1. Description: By December 1, 2016, the SFWMD shall provide a written Governments And Nonstate report to the Governor, the President, and the Speaker providing a Entities - Fixed Capital recommended implementation plan addressing the objectives of CERP. Outlay - Everglades The plan shall include a recommended schedule for sequencing projects Restoration through FY 2034-2035 based on the assumption that the district will receive an annual appropriation equal to the amount provided in Specific Appropriation 1590 for Everglades Restoration from the LATF. The plan shall be consistent with CERP and based on the best available scientific, technical, funding, contracting, and project interdependencies. The plan must also comply with the scheduling and sequencing factors required to develop the Master Implementation Sequencing Plan required under 33 CFR 385.30 when identifying project components. The plan shall not recommend non-CERP projects or the use of eminent domain for any projects that may require land acquisition. 2. Importance: DEP has completed a similar, Department initiated report that would need to be updated and edited to comply with the above requirements. 3. Other: Gov Recs - Not included C - Included
ENV DEP 1590 A P Grants And Aids To Local 1,706,131 55,131,903 56,838,034 5,000 1. Description: Provides funding for the Northern Everglades and Estuaries Governments And Nonstate Protection Program (NEEPP), including Lake Okeechobee, and the Entities - Fixed Capital Caloosahatchee River and St. Lucie River watersheds and estuaries. Outlay - Northern 2. Importance: Projects will address water quantity, quality, and flow on a Everglades And Estuaries regional basis. Protection 3. Other: C - $56.8M ($27M NR)
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1590 A ~1 Grants And Aids To Local - - - - 1. Description: Funds provided in Specific Appropriation 1590A shall be Governments And Nonstate used to implement the Northern Everglades and Estuaries Protection Entities - Fixed Capital Program, as set forth in section 373.4595, Florida Statutes. No less than Outlay - Northern $47,838,034 of the funds provided in Specific Appropriation 1590A shall be Everglades And Estuaries used to implement the Northern Everglades and Estuaries Protection Protection Program, as set forth in section 373.4595, Florida Statutes, through public- private partnerships as provided in section 373.4591, Florida Statutes. The public-private partnership requirement will allow funding for dispersed water storage projects on privately owned land. 2. Importance: Proviso restricts the majority of funds from being disbursed to projects that fall outside of the NEEPP. 3. Other: Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1590 A ~2 Grants And Aids To Local - - - - 1. Description: Consideration must first be given to projects which will Governments And Nonstate efficiently provide relief from discharges to the St. Lucie and Entities - Fixed Capital Caloosahatchee Rivers and estuaries. Public private partnerships for water Outlay - Northern storage and water quality improvements that can be implemented Everglades And Estuaries expeditiously shall receive priority consideration for funding. Protection 2. Importance: Proviso focuses funding to projects that provide relief to Lee, Martin, and St. Lucie counties as stated in Executive Order 16-59. 3. Other: Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1590 B Grants And Aids To Local Abruzzo 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 2,000,000 1. Description: Provides funding for Phase I of II for the C-51 Reservoir. Governments And Nonstate Funding would support construction of levees, water control structures, and Entities - Fixed Capital installation of a 100" diameter pipe between the Reservoir and the L-8 Flow Outlay - Grants And Aids - Equalization Basin. Phase I is expected to supply 35 MGD when complete. C-51 Reservoir The total cost of Phase I is $161M. The project is the result of public- Implementation private partnership between Palm Beach Aggregates (site owner), public water utilities, SFWMD, and The Lake Worth Drainage District. 2. Importance: The project retains stormwater from the Lake Worth Lagoon and increases water quantity for Palm Beach and Broward counties. DEP has issued the ERP for Construction and Operation of Phase I. 3. Other: ROI: According to Family Lands Remembered, when compared to a new Wastewater Reuse to Recharge plant with the same storage capacity, the capital cost per gallon would be $7.40 more for the Wastewater Reuse to Recharge plant and cost $610M more over a 30 year period for O&M costs. CY GAA: $1M vetoed, did not provide a clear statewide return for the investment. FY 14-15: $900K Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1590 C Grants And Aids To Local Hendry 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 1. Description: Provides funding from General Revenue to the City of Governments And Nonstate Clewiston for the engineering and design of a new bridge that the ACOE is Entities - Fixed Capital requiring due to SFWMD's relocation of a water control structure. Outlay - Grants And Aids - 2. Importance: SFWMD is relocating the S-169 water control structure Water Management within the City of Clewiston to a site upstream. Due to this relocation, the Districts - Local flow of the waterbody controlled at this existing point will be widened. The Government Fixed Capital ACOE has required that a replacement bridge be constructed prior to Outlay Relocation demolition of the existing structure. SFWMD has budgeted the relocation Assistance of this water control structure which is expected to cost a total of $12.2M. The City has signed a MOU with the District which decrees that the City will pay for the new bridge 3. Other: Not included in Gov Recs C - $350K
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1597 A P Fixed Capital Outlay - Lake Hays - 7,082,846 7,082,846 - 1. Description: Provides funds for ongoing restoration efforts such as Apopka Restoration nutrient and muck removal from Lake Apopka. Restoration of the lake began in FY 12-13. 2. Importance & Impact: Restoration efforts will provide a productive fishery and surrounding wetlands as well as uplands to provide diverse habitats. Lake Apopka is the third largest lake in the State of Florida and has been polluted by back pumping and sewage runoff. 3. Other: ROI: Since restoration began, 5.9K lbs TP has been removed & 15K lbs of TN has been removed CY GAA: $8,000,000 LATF & GR ($997,461 disbursed) FY 14-15: $3,000,000 SGTF & GR - FWC ($360,728 disbursed) FY 13-14: $2,000,000 SGTF - FWC ($593,805 disbursed) FY 12-13: $4,800,000 SGTF & GR - FWC ($146,453 disbursed) Not in Gov Recs C - Included, $7M ($5M from LATF, $2M Recurring)
ENV DEP 1597 A ~1 Fixed Capital Outlay - Lake Hays - - - - 1. Description: Proviso allows for funds to be transferred from DEP to Apopka Restoration FWC and/or the SJRWMD. 2. Importance & Impact: Provides flexibility so that the most suitable agency may address necessary restoration tasks. 3. Other: CY GAA: Included Not in Gov Recs C - Included ENV DEP 1597 A ~2 Fixed Capital Outlay - Lake Hays - - - - 1. Description: Proviso indicates that the $2M for Lake Apopka from the Apopka Restoration Water Quality Assurance TF is sourced from interest earnings transferred from the Inland Protection TF. 2. Importance & Impact: This provision references the statutory authority, s.376.3071(9), F.S., to transfer interest from the Inland Protection Trust Fund to the Water Quality Assurance Trust Fund at the discretion of the Department. 3. Other: Not in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1599 Fixed Capital Outlay - - 8,704,800 8,704,800 - 1. Description: Provides budget authority for projects anticipated to be Restore Act - Deepwater awarded in FY 16-17 from Transocean civil penalties associated with the Horizon Oil Spill RESTORE Act. Funds in this category will be used to focus on natural resource restoration efforts in the marine and coastal environments that were impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The implementing bill allows DEP to submit an amendment to the LBC to increase this appropriation when they have been awarded federal funding. 2. Importance: Projects impacting Florida will receive $38 million once the draft project list is finalized by the Gulf Council. The funding being requested is for projects DEP expects to be awarded prior to FY16-17. Transocean settled its liability relating to the DWH oil spill. Transocean will pay $1B in civil penalties and will be the first funding to be dispersed through the formula outlined in the RESTORE Act. 3. Other: FGTF Agency Priority: #47 Econ Dev Strategy: #1, 13 CY GAA: $500,000 Gov Recs: $5,542,636 C - $8.7M
ENV DEP 1599 A Fixed Capital Outlay - - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides budget authority from anticipated funds from the National Fish And Wildlife National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) to fund projects benefiting Foundation - Deepwater the natural resources of the Gulf Coast that were impacted by the Horizon Oil Spill Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The implementing bill allows DEP to submit an amendment to the LBC to increase this appropriation when they have been awarded federal funding. 2. Importance: In early 2013, a U.S. District Court approved two plea agreements resolving the criminal cases against BP and Transocean, which direct funds to the NFWF to fund projects benefiting the natural resources of the Gulf Coast that were impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. 3. Other: Grants and Donations TF (Various grants and donations) Agency Priority #48 Economic Dev Strategy #1, #13 , #24, #28 and #29 CY Gov Recs - $0 CY GAA -$2,851,768 Not included in Gov Recs, implementing language C - $500K
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1599 B Fixed Capital Outlay - - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides budget authority from anticipated funds from the Natural Resource Damage Natural Resource Damage Assessment to fund projects benefiting the Restoration - Deepwater natural resources of the Gulf Coast that were impacted by the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Horizon oil spill. The implementing bill allows DEP to submit an amendment to the LBC to increase this appropriation when they have been awarded federal funding. 2. Importance: On July 2, 2015 it was announced that BP has reached agreements in principle to settle all federal and state claims arising from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill incident. Under the agreements, BP will pay at least $680M for natural resource damages in Florida over the next 15 years. Payments are anticipated to start in spring of 2017. 3. Other: Coastal Protection TF (Various grants and donations) Agency Priority #49 Economic Dev Strategy #1, #13 , #24, #28 and #29 CY Gov Recs - $0 CY GAA -$0 Not included in Gov Recs, implementing bill language C - $500K
ENV DEP 1600 P Fixed Capital Outlay - - 50,000,000 50,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding from the Land Acquisition Trust Fund for Springs Restoration springs protection and restoration projects. 2. Importance: Springs restoration funding allows for the implementation of long-term construction projects and related activities, including planning and design. The funds will be used to leverage local matching financial resources to multiply the impact of the appropriation. 3. Other: LATF Agency Priority #2 Economic Strategy #28, 16 CY Gov Recs - $50M CY GAA - $44.9M Base - $31.9M ($1.8M GR) Gov Recs - $50M C - $50M
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 ~1 Fixed Capital Outlay - - - - - 1. Description: Funds in Specific Appropriation 1600, may be used for land Springs Restoration acquisition to protect springs and for capital projects that protect the quality and quantity of water that flow from springs. The department, in conjunction with the water management districts and the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, shall submit an annual progress report to the Governor, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives by December 1, 2016, on the status of each total maximum daily load, basin management action plan, minimum flow or minimum water level, recovery or prevention strategy and implementation of best management practices for all first magnitude springs and additional springs the department determines to be of statewide or regional significance. 2. Importance: Allows for the Governor's Office, Senate, and House of Representatives to receive formal restoration updates. 3. Other: CY GAA - Included Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1600 A 1 Alachua County Newnans Alachua Bradley, Clovis 456,000 - 456,000 456,000 Lake Improvement Project Watson, Jr.
ENV DEP 1600 A 2 ALICO Dispersed Water 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 ENV DEP 1600 A 3 Altamonte Springs Seminole Robert Cortes 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Advanced Wastewater Treatment ENV DEP 1600 A 4 Apollo Beach Waterway Hillsborough Cruz, Joyner 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 Improvement ENV DEP 1600 A 5 Apopka Orange County Orange Bracy, Hays 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Potable Water Service Installations ENV DEP 1600 A 6 Archer Collection and Alachua Bradley, Clovis 650,000 - 650,000 650,000 Treatment System Watson, Jr. ENV DEP 1600 A 7 Aventura NE 191st Street Miami-Dade Geller 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 Stormwater Retrofits
ENV DEP 1600 A 8 Bal Harbour Village Miami-Dade Geller 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Stormwater System Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 9 Bartow Water Reclamation Polk A britton, Grimsley 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Facility Phase 3 SBR 4th Tank Design and Construction Expansion
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 10 Belle Glade NW 3rd Street Palm Beach Abruzzo, Rader 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 Corridor Stormwater Conveyance Improvements
ENV DEP 1600 A 11 Belleview SE 132nd St. Rd Marion Baxley, Hays 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Water & Sewer Ext ENV DEP 1600 A 12 Blountstown Wastewater Calhoun Beshears 700,000 - 700,000 700,000 Effluent ENV DEP 1600 A 13 Bowling Green Wastewater Hardee A britton 385,000 - 385,000 385,000 Plant Effluent Disposal Improvements
ENV DEP 1600 A 14 Brevard County Brevard Crisafulli, 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 Groundwater Remediation Goodson, Workman ENV DEP 1600 A 15 Brevard County Johnson Jr. Brevard Crisafulli, 122,350 - 122,350 122,350 High School Stormwater Goodson, Pond Denitrification and Workman Phosphorus Reduction
ENV DEP 1600 A 16 Brevard County Merritt Brevard Crisafulli, 272,500 - 272,500 272,500 Island Inflow and Infiltration Goodson, Workman ENV DEP 1600 A 17 Brevard County Pines Brevard Crisafulli, 71,200 - 71,200 71,200 Industrial Stormwater Pond Goodson, Dentrification and Workman Phosphorus Reduction ENV DEP 1600 A 18 Brevard County Scottsmoor Brevard Crisafulli, 437,000 - 437,000 437,000 Dentrification System Goodson, Workman ENV DEP 1600 A 19 Brevard County South Brevard Crisafulli, 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 Beaches Inflow & Infiltration Goodson, Workman ENV DEP 1600 A 20 Brevard County Treatment Brevard Crisafulli, 700,000 - 700,000 700,000 of Fresh Water Discharges Goodson, to the Indian River Lagoon Workman
ENV DEP 1600 A 21 Brevard County-Brevard Brevard Crisafulli, 700,000 - 700,000 700,000 Zoo-Florida Institute of Goodson, Technology - Restoring Workman Natural Filtration Systems ENV DEP 1600 A 22 Brooksville Saxon Brook Hernando Ingoglia, Simpson 125,000 - 125,000 125,000 Drainage Corrections Phase II ENV DEP 1600 A 23 Cape Coral Catch Basin Lee Eagle 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 Replacement
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 24 Cedar Key Water and Levy Dean, Stone 450,000 - 450,000 450,000 Sewer District Water Plant
ENV DEP 1600 A 25 Charlotte County East and Charlotte Roberson 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 West Spring Lakes Central Sewer Expansion
ENV DEP 1600 A 26 Charlotte County Sunshine Charlotte Roberson 125,000 - 125,000 125,000 Lake Floating Treatment Wetlands ENV DEP 1600 A 27 Chattahooche Waterline Gadsden Williams 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Replacement ENV DEP 1600 A 28 Clearwater Sewer System Pinellas Chris Latvala 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Expansion Project
ENV DEP 1600 A 29 Clermont Alternative Water Lake Hays, Metz 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Supply Sunburst LFA Wells
ENV DEP 1600 A 30 Clermont West Lake Lake Hays, Metz 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Stormwater ENV DEP 1600 A 31 Coconut Creek Wastewater Broward Jacobs 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 Pipe Rehabilitation Project
ENV DEP 1600 A 32 Columbia County Ellsiville Columbia Dean, Porter 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 WWTP Collection System Expansion ENV DEP 1600 A 33 Coral Gables Miracle Mile Miami-Dade Fresen 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 and Giralda Avenue Drainage ENV DEP 1600 A 34 Coral Springs Stormwater Broward Moskowitz, Ring 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 Improvements at Corporate Park
ENV DEP 1600 A 35 Coral Springs Water Quality Broward Moskowitz, Ring 75,000 - 75,000 75,000 Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 36 Cutler Bay Point Royal Miami-Dade Fresen 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Water Quality Improvement
ENV DEP 1600 A 37 Dade City Stormwater Pasco Burgess, Jr., 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Retrofit Simpson ENV DEP 1600 A 38 Dania Beach Water Main Broward Jenne 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Replacement ENV DEP 1600 A 39 Delray Beach Reclaimed Palm Beach Hager 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 Water System Expansion Area 12-C
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 40 Deltona Lower Floridan Volusia Hukill, Santiago 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 Aquifer Water Treatment Plant - Final Design ENV DEP 1600 A 41 DeSoto County Water- DeSoto A britton 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Sewer Extension US 17 ENV DEP 1600 A 42 Doral Stormwater Miami-Dade Bileca 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Improvements at Sub Basin H-8 ENV DEP 1600 A 43 East Palatka Drainage Putnam Hutson, Van Zant 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 Cleaning Project ENV DEP 1600 A 44 El Portal Septic to Sewer Miami-Dade Campbell 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Project ENV DEP 1600 A 45 Englewood Water District Sarasota Gonzalez 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 Sewer Expansion Project ENV DEP 1600 A 46 Eustis East Wastewater Lake Hays, Sullivan 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Plant Expansion ENV DEP 1600 A 47 Fanning Springs Levy Dean, Stone 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 Wastewater System Extension Phase II & III ENV DEP 1600 A 48 Fernandina Beach North Nassau Adkins 900,000 - 900,000 900,000 Fletcher Basin Area Stormwater Treatment ENV DEP 1600 A 49 Flagler Beach Ocean Palm Flagler Hutson, Renner 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Stormwater Improvement Plan Project ENV DEP 1600 A 50 Flagler County Malacompra Flagler Hutson, Renner 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 Basin ENV DEP 1600 A 51 Flagler County Utility Water Flagler Hutson, Renner 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 2,000,000 and Wastewater Project
ENV DEP 1600 A 52 Florida City Krome Avenue Miami-Dade Bullard, McGhee, 113,425 - 113,425 113,425 Water Line Raschein ENV DEP 1600 A 53 Fort Lauderdale River Oaks Broward 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Preserve ENV DEP 1600 A 54 Fort Lauderdale Stormwater Broward 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Drainage Program
ENV DEP 1600 A 55 Fort Walton Beach Okaloosa Drake 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Stormwater Improvement on Anchors Street NW ENV DEP 1600 A 56 Frostproof Polk Regional Polk A britton 275,000 - 275,000 275,000 Water Supply Development- Frostproof Water CIP Implementation ENV DEP 1600 A 57 Fruitland Park Capital List Lake Hays, O'Toole 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Station and Force Main
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 58 Fruitland Park Lady Lake Lake Hays, O'Toole 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Wastewater Interconnection
ENV DEP 1600 A 59 Green Cove Springs Clay Bradley, 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Historic Spring Park Cummings ENV DEP 1600 A 60 Groveland Eagle Ridge Lake Hays, Metz 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Phase 3 Reclaim Water Project ENV DEP 1600 A 61 Groveland PD&E 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 3,000,000 ENV DEP 1600 A 62 Hallandale Beach Reuse Broward Shevrin Jones, 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Irrigation Project Moskowitz ENV DEP 1600 A 63 Hardee County Regional Hardee A britton, Galvano 755,000 - 755,000 755,000 Wastewater Service Improvements Phase 4 ENV DEP 1600 A 64 Hawthorne Downtown Alachua Clovis Watson, Jr. 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Water Main Replacement Phase II ENV DEP 1600 A 65 Hendry County Wastewater Hendry Hudson 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Infrastructure on US27- SR80 - Phase Two
ENV DEP 1600 A 66 Hernando County Hunter's Hernando Ingoglia, Simpson 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Lake Clean-Up ENV DEP 1600 A 67 Holley By the Sea Camden Santa Rosa Broxson, Evers 650,000 - 650,000 650,000 Road Outfall Improvements
ENV DEP 1600 A 68 Hollywood Water Main Broward Jenne 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Replacement ENV DEP 1600 A 69 Homestead Racetrack Miami-Dade Raschein 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Water Tower Pump Station
ENV DEP 1600 A 70 Howey-in-the-Hills Lake Hays, Metz 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Development and Wastewater ENV DEP 1600 A 71 Indian River County Pilot Indian River Altman, Mayfield 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 Aquatic Plant-Based Pollutant Removal System Project ENV DEP 1600 A 72 J.W. Corbett Levee Palm Beach Abruzzo, Jack 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Latvala, Rader, Rooney, Jr. ENV DEP 1600 A 73 Jacksonville Arboretum Duval Gibson, Ray 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Stormwater Improvement ENV DEP 1600 A 74 Jacksonville Duval McBurney 202,450 - 202,450 202,450 Julington/Cormorant Stormwater Improvement
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 75 Jay Water Well Santa Rosa Broxson, Evers 275,000 - 275,000 275,000 Maintenance and Stormwater System ENV DEP 1600 A 76 Key Biscayne K-8 Miami-Dade Jose Rodriguez 525,000 - 525,000 525,000 Stormwater Improvement Phase 1 ENV DEP 1600 A 77 Kings Bay Restoration Citrus Dean, Simpson, 1,400,000 - 1,400,000 1,400,000 Jimmie Smith ENV DEP 1600 A 78 LaBelle Ft Thompson Hendry Hudson 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Water Quality Improvement Project ENV DEP 1600 A 79 Lafayette County CR 300 Lafayette Beshears, Dean 425,000 - 425,000 425,000 Flood and Stormwater ENV DEP 1600 A 80 Lake County Magnolia Lane Lake Hays, Metz 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 Water Quality Retrofit Lake Harris Basin
ENV DEP 1600 A 81 Lake Manatee Water Manatee Boyd 345,000 - 345,000 345,000 Supply and Water Quality Improvement Phase 2 ENV DEP 1600 A 82 Lake Region Lakes Water Polk Combee 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Control Structures ENV DEP 1600 A 83 Lake Wales West SR 60 Polk La Rosa 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Expansion ENV DEP 1600 A 84 Lake Worth Lagoon Clemens, Hager 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 2,000,000 Initiative ENV DEP 1600 A 85 Lakeland Se7en Wetlands Polk A britton 450,000 - 450,000 450,000 Wastewater treatment Facility ENV DEP 1600 A 86 Lantana ICW Subaqueous Palm Beach Berman 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 Water Main Crossing Replacement Project
ENV DEP 1600 A 87 Lantana Lift Stations 1, 3, Palm Beach Berman 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 4, & 9 Electrical Upgrades
ENV DEP 1600 A 88 Lauderdale Lakes Broward Rogers 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Stormwater Conveyance and Water Quality Improvement Project ENV DEP 1600 A 89 Lauderdale Lakes Water Broward Clarke-Reed 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Pollutant Reduction Tactics Project ENV DEP 1600 A 90 Lauderhill Lift Station 2 Broward 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Rehabilitation Project
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 91 Lee County Hendry Creek Lee Caldwell 475,000 - 475,000 475,000 West Branch Restoration
ENV DEP 1600 A 92 Lee County Lakes Park Lee Caldwell 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Littoral Zone Project ENV DEP 1600 A 93 Lee County Sunniland/Nine Lee Caldwell 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 Mile Run Drainage Improvement Project
ENV DEP 1600 A 94 Loxahatchee River Martin, Palm Magar 1,050,000 - 1,050,000 1,050,000 Preservation Initiative Beach ENV DEP 1600 A 95 Lynn Haven Reuse Bay Don Gaetz, 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Improvements Trumbull ENV DEP 1600 A 96 Lynn Haven Water System Bay Don Gaetz, 287,500 - 287,500 287,500 Improvements Trumbull ENV DEP 1600 A 97 Mangrove Park Water Palm Beach Moraitis, Jr., 800,000 - 800,000 800,000 Quality and Access Christopher Smith Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 98 Marco Island Stormwater Collier Passidomo 299,140 - 299,140 299,140 Master Plan Drainage Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 99 Marco Shores Alternative Collier Passidomo 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Water Solution
ENV DEP 1600 A 100 Margate Lemon Tree Lake Broward Jacobs 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 Water Quality Improvement Project ENV DEP 1600 A 101 Margate Sewer Piping Broward Jacobs 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Rehabilitation Phase II ENV DEP 1600 A 102 Martin County All American Martin Magar 700,000 - 700,000 700,000 Ditch Stormwater Quality Retrofit Project
ENV DEP 1600 A 103 Mary Esther Masterlift Okaloosa Matt Gaetz 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 Station ENV DEP 1600 A 104 Medley Seawall Repair & Miami-Dade Manny Diaz, Jr. 600,000 - 600,000 600,000 Expansion ENV DEP 1600 A 105 Merritt Island High School Brevard Crisafulli, Gardiner 1,240,000 - 1,240,000 1,240,000 Sykes Creek Drainage Project ENV DEP 1600 A 106 Miami Beach Water Line Miami-Dade Nunez, 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Replacement on Alton Rd Richardson from Michigan Ave to North Bay Rd ENV DEP 1600 A 107 Miami Beach Alton Road Miami-Dade Margolis, Nunez, 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Water Line Replacement Richardson
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 108 Miami Gardens NW 34 Miami-Dade Stafford 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 Court and NW 203 Street Drainage Project ENV DEP 1600 A 109 Miami Gardens Vista Verde Miami-Dade Stafford 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Drainage Improvement Project ENV DEP 1600 A 110 Miami Lakes West Lakes Miami-Dade Manny Diaz, Jr., 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Drainage Improvements Garcia Phase B, C, and D ENV DEP 1600 A 111 Miami Springs Study, Miami-Dade Avila, Garcia 700,000 - 700,000 700,000 Erosion Control and Stabilization of Drainage Canals ENV DEP 1600 A 112 Miami Wagner Creek- Miami-Dade Jose Diaz, Diaz de 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Seybold Canal Dredging la Portilla, Jose Restoration Project Rodriguez ENV DEP 1600 A 113 Miami-Dade County NW 12 Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 33,750 - 33,750 33,750 Street & NW 117 Ave Flood Control Structures Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 114 Miami-Dade County NW 58 Miami-Dade Jose Diaz 225,000 - 225,000 225,000 Street and NW 117 Ave Flood Control Structures Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 115 Miami-Dade Water Service Miami-Dade Bileca 452,977 - 452,977 452,977 Connections ENV DEP 1600 A 116 Midway Sewer Phase 1 Gadsden Montford, Williams 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 Design ENV DEP 1600 A 117 Miramar Flamingo Road Broward Manny Diaz, Jr., 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Reclaimed Water Shevrin Jones Distribution System Expansion ENV DEP 1600 A 118 Monticello Water Losses Jefferson Beshears, 270,000 - 270,000 270,000 Project Montford ENV DEP 1600 A 119 Moore Haven Avenue R Glades Galvano, Pigman 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Caloosahatchee River Stormwater Conveyance and Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 120 Mount Dora Britt Road Lake Hays, Sullivan 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Reclaimed Water Extension
ENV DEP 1600 A 121 Naples Park Area/Basin Collier Passidomo 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Infrastructure Phase II ENV DEP 1600 A 122 New Smyrna Beach - Volusia Costello, Hukill 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Isleboro Stormwater Master Plan
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 123 Noma Elevated Water Holmes Drake 112,000 - 112,000 112,000 Storage Tank Renovation ENV DEP 1600 A 124 North Bay Village Phase II Miami-Dade Richardson 225,000 - 225,000 225,000 Stormwater Retrofit ENV DEP 1600 A 125 North Bay Wastewater Bay Don Gaetz, 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 Reuse Trumbull ENV DEP 1600 A 126 North Lauderdale Automatic Broward Rogers 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Meter Reading System
ENV DEP 1600 A 127 North Miami Arch Creek Miami-Dade Campbell 696,750 - 696,750 696,750 North/South Drainage Improvements - Basin C ENV DEP 1600 A 128 North Miami Beach 19th Miami-Dade Geller 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 Avenue Business District Sewering ENV DEP 1600 A 129 North Miami Tressler Street Miami-Dade Campbell 225,000 - 225,000 225,000 Drainage Improvement
ENV DEP 1600 A 130 North Port Inflow & Sarasota Gonzalez 420,000 - 420,000 420,000 Infiltration Program ENV DEP 1600 A 131 North Port Lift Station Sarasota Gonzalez 272,000 - 272,000 272,000 Rehabilitation ENV DEP 1600 A 132 Oakland Park Mainstreet Broward Moraitis, Jr. 225,000 - 225,000 225,000 Drainage Improvement ENV DEP 1600 A 133 Oakland Wastewater Orange Eisnaugle, Hays 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 Collection System ENV DEP 1600 A 134 Okeechobee Utility Okeechobee Grimsley, Pigman 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 Authority Pine Ridge Park Wastewater System Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 135 Orange City Blues Spring Volusia Hukill, Santiago 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Nutrient Reduction ENV DEP 1600 A 136 Orange County Central Orange Bracy 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 Florida Regional Water Supply Booster Pump Station ENV DEP 1600 A 137 Orange County Lake Lawne Orange Antone 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 C-6 Reuse Pond ENV DEP 1600 A 138 Ormond Beach Laurel Volusia Costello 351,000 - 351,000 351,000 Creek and Wilmette Ave. Stormwater Pump Station Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 139 Ormond Beach S. Volusia Costello 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Peninsula Reclaimed Water Main Extension
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 140 Osceola County Lake Toho - Osceola La Rosa 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Northern Everglades Restoration ENV DEP 1600 A 141 Palm Bay Stormwater Brevard Workman 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Treatment at City Marina in High-Tech Corridor ENV DEP 1600 A 142 Palm Beach County Lake Palm Beach Abruzzo, Jack 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 Region Water Infrastructure Latvala, Rader Improvement Projects
ENV DEP 1600 A 143 Palm Beach Gardens Palm Beach Abruzzo, Rooney, 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 Stormwater Maintenance Jr. Repairs And Operations Program ENV DEP 1600 A 144 Palm Coast WTP#2 Flagler Hutson, Renner 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Wellfield Expansion ENV DEP 1600 A 145 Palmetto Bay Drainage Sub- Miami-Dade Bileca 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Basin 59-60 ENV DEP 1600 A 146 Peace River Manasota Sarasota A britton, Detert 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Regional Pipelines/Integrated Loop System ENV DEP 1600 A 147 Pembroke Park John P. Broward Braynon, Shevrin 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Lyons Lane Stormwater Jones Pumping Station Project ENV DEP 1600 A 148 Penny Farms Sewer Clay Bradley, Van Zant 328,200 - 328,200 328,200 Update ENV DEP 1600 A 149 Pensacola IHMC Storm Escambia Evers, Ingram 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Water Retention Treatment and Detention ENV DEP 1600 A 150 Pinellas Park 98th Avenue Pinellas Ahern, Brandes, 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 Pond Improvements Jack Latvala, Peters ENV DEP 1600 A 151 Pinellas Park Technical Pinellas Ahern, Brandes, 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 Services Pond Jack Latvala, Improvements Peters ENV DEP 1600 A 152 Plant City Stormwater Hillsborough Tom Lee, 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Asset Management Plan Raulerson ENV DEP 1600 A 153 Polk County Peace River Polk Combee 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 MFL Augmentation ENV DEP 1600 A 154 Port St. Joe Jones Gulf Beshears 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Homestead Sewer project
ENV DEP 1600 A 155 Royal Palm Beach Canal Palm Beach 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 System Rehabilitation Project
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 156 Sanford Nutrient Reduction Seminole Brodeur 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 Lake Jessup & Lake Monroe Watersheds
ENV DEP 1600 A 157 Sanibel Donax Wastewater Lee Ray Rodrigues 450,000 - 450,000 450,000 Reclamation Facility Dentrification Modifications
ENV DEP 1600 A 158 Sanibel Donax Wastewater Lee Ray Rodrigues 375,000 - 375,000 375,000 Reclamation Facility Plant Upgrades Project
ENV DEP 1600 A 159 Sarasota County Dona Bay Sarasota Boyd 225,000 - 225,000 225,000 Watershed Restoration Project Phase III
ENV DEP 1600 A 160 Sarasota County Siesta Sarasota Boyd 225,000 - 225,000 225,000 Key Master Pump Station and Force Main ENV DEP 1600 A 161 Silver Springs Stormwater Marion Baxley, Dean, 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Nutrient Reduction Hays
ENV DEP 1600 A 162 South Daytona Jones Volusia Hukill, Taylor 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Street Stormwater Project
ENV DEP 1600 A 163 South Miami Twin Lakes Miami-Dade 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Sanitary Sewer Expansion
ENV DEP 1600 A 164 Southwest Ranches Broward Jose Diaz 145,000 - 145,000 145,000 Country Estates Drainage Improvement Project
ENV DEP 1600 A 165 St. Augustine Port, St. Johns Hutson, Renner 2,885,005 - 2,885,005 2,885,005 Waterway, and Beach District Summerhaven River Restoration Project ENV DEP 1600 A 166 St. Augustine West St. Johns Hutson, 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Augustine Sewer Expansion Stevenson
ENV DEP 1600 A 167 St. Lucie County Paradise St. Lucie Harrell 225,000 - 225,000 225,000 Park Stormwater Improvements Phase 5A
ENV DEP 1600 A 168 St. Petersburg Beach Blind Pinellas Brandes, Jack 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Pass Road Stormwater Latvala, Peters Redesign
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 169 Sunny Isles Beach Central Miami-Dade Geller 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Island-Golden Shores Drainage ENV DEP 1600 A 170 Sunrise Stormwater Master Broward Edwards, 450,000 - 450,000 450,000 Plan Moskowitz ENV DEP 1600 A 171 Surfside 92nd St Seawall Miami-Dade 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 Replacement ENV DEP 1600 A 172 Sweetwater Phase IIB Miami-Dade Trujillo 186,598 - 186,598 186,598 North Stormwater Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 173 Sweetwater Stormwater Miami-Dade Trujillo 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Improvements NW 108th Avenue (North) - Phase I ENV DEP 1600 A 174 Tallahassee Lower Central Leon Williams 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Drainage Ditch Erosion Control Phase I ENV DEP 1600 A 175 Tamarac Culvert and Broward Moskowitz 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Headwall Improvement Project ENV DEP 1600 A 176 Titusville Eliminating Brevard Workman 105,000 - 105,000 105,000 Nutrients from Knox McRae Watershed for a Healthier Indian River Lagoon
ENV DEP 1600 A 177 Umatilla Stormwater Master Lake Hays, Sullivan 125,000 - 125,000 125,000 Plan ENV DEP 1600 A 178 Umatilla Water System Lake Hays, Sullivan 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 Rehabilitation ENV DEP 1600 A 179 Valparaiso Manhole Okaloosa Matt Gaetz 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 Rehabilitation ENV DEP 1600 A 180 Venice Eastgate Water Sarasota Gonzalez 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Distribution Improvement & Relocation Phase 1 ENV DEP 1600 A 181 Volusia County Water Volusia Hukill, Santiago 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 Supply for the Protection of Blue Spring ENV DEP 1600 A 182 Walton County Stormwater Walton Drake, Don Gaetz 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Improvements on Scenic Highway 30-A (Phase I Design)
ENV DEP 1600 A 183 Wauchula Stormwater Hardee A britton, Galvano 450,000 - 450,000 450,000 Conveyance and Improvements ENV DEP 1600 A 184 Webster NW 8th Avenue Sumter O'Toole, Simpson 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 Gravity Collection System
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1600 A 185 Wekiva Basin Bear Lake Seminole Plakon 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Chain of Lakes ENV DEP 1600 A 186 West Miami Potable Phase Miami-Dade Fresen 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1 ENV DEP 1600 A 187 West Palm Beach Currie Palm Beach Powell 175,000 - 175,000 175,000 Park Water Quality and Low Impact Development Retrofits ENV DEP 1600 A 188 West Park Stormwater Broward Shevrin Jones 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 Upgrades ENV DEP 1600 A 189 Wildwood North Well Water Sumter O'Toole 724,160 - 724,160 724,160 Treatment and Storage
ENV DEP 1600 A 190 Winter Haven Stormwater Polk Wood 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 Assessment and Improvement ENV DEP 1600 A 191 Zolfo Springs Water Hardee A britton 395,000 - 395,000 395,000 Improvement ENV DEP 1602 P Grants And Aids To Local 11,402,500 21,159,924 32,562,424 11,402,500 1. Description: Provides funding for financial assistance to local and state Governments And Nonstate governments and special taxing authorities for beach and dune restoration, Entities - Fixed Capital beach nourishment, inlet sand bypassing, regional sediment management Outlay - Beach Projects - and innovative projects. Statewide 2. Importance: DEP develops a multi-year repair and maintenance strategy to carry out state responsibilities related beach restoration projects. On average, local governments fund approximately 50 percent of the project costs, and the state and federal governments each fund approximately 25 percent of the remaining costs on federally authorized projects. For every $1 the state spends on beach management, that money is matched with $1 to $5 from local and federal sources. 3. Other: GR & LATF Economic Dev Strategy #29 Agency Priority: #14 CY GAA - $32.1M Gov Recs - $25M C - $32.1M ($10M Recurring)
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1602 ~1 Grants And Aids To Local Gulf - - - - 1. Description: Provides funds for the first 17 projects on the Beach Governments And Nonstate Management Funding Assistance priority list. The St. Joseph Peninsula Entities - Fixed Capital Beach Nourishment project is excluded as it has not secured a local cost Outlay - Beach Projects - share pursuant to s.161.101(15) Florida Statutes, and is not ready to Statewide proceed. Gulf County has agreed to place the measure on a referendum which will be voted on in March 2016. Funds are also directed to the Mid- Reach Segment/Brevard County Shore Protection Project due to the time sensitivity of federal funds. This project is 27th on the priority list. 2. Importance: Prevents funds from being allocated to a project that has not secured a local match and funds a project that has time-sensitive federal funding. 3. Other: Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1602 2 Grants And Aids To Local - 932,976 932,976 - 1. Description: Requires $932,976 to be provided for post-construction Governments And Nonstate monitoring projects identified in DEP's Beach Management Funding Entities - Fixed Capital Assistance Program for monitoring costs and activities, and no funds are to Outlay - Beach Projects - be provided for post-construction costs beyond year three or for projects Statewide receiving funds in FY 16-17. 2. Importance: Provides funding to evaluate the construction phase of beach restoration projects. 3. Other: CY GAA - Similar language Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1602 ~3 Grants And Aids To Local Martin, Miami- - - - - 1. Description: Funds shall not be provided for any activities related to Governments And Nonstate Dade, St. Lucie beach renourishment utilizing offshore sand sources from Martin and St. Entities - Fixed Capital Lucie counties for the Miami Beach Segment/Dade County Shore Outlay - Beach Projects - Protection Project. Any funds in the Specific Appropriation to the Miami Statewide Beach Segment/Dade County Shore Protection Project included in DEP's Beach Management Funding Assistance Program Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Local Government Funding Requests may only utilize upland sand sources. 2. Importance: Prevents funds from being allocated to a project that sources sand from federal waters offshore St. Lucie and Martin counties. 3. Other: C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1602 4 Grants And Aids To Local Broward 492,500 - 492,500 492,500 1. Description: Port Everglades Inlet is a federally maintained navigation Governments And Nonstate channel and the entrance to Port Everglades located between DEP Entities - Fixed Capital Monuments R85 - R86 in Broward County. DEP adopted the Port Outlay - Beach Projects - Everglades Inlet Management Study Implementation Plan in May 1999. Statewide The plan established an annualized bypassing objective of 44,000 cubic yards. In 2002, design of a spur groin attached to the south jetty and two groins located on the shore south of the inlet (in lieu of breakwaters) was completed as recommended in the adopted inlet management plan. Construction was completed as part of the 2006 Segment III/Broward County Shore Protection project. Design efforts to remove rock spoil north of the inlet and create a sand trap to initiate a bypassing protocol are ongoing. Construction is planned for FY 2016-17. 2. Importance: Provides funding to improve the integrity of the Port Everglades Inlet. 3. Other: Included in DEP's Inlet Management Plan Implementation Projects priority list, ranked 4th out of 15. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1604 A Grants And Aids To Local Miami-Dade Jose Diaz, - 150,000 150,000 - 1. Description: Renewal of the previously executed contracts for the Miami Governments And Nonstate Richardson River Commission. Removing reoccurring illegal dumping and garbage Entities - Fixed Capital from state owned submerged lands along the Miami River, Scavenger Outlay - Miami River Water Decontamination Vessel Services, maintenance of the public Miami Commission - Miami River River Greenway, plantings, painting over graffiti, hosting volunteer Environmental River Riverwalk clean-up events, and informational website. Restoration 2. Importance: Directs funding for the removal of trash aggregated around the Miami River. 3. Other: FY 14-15: $150K CY GAA: $150K ROI: Responded to the ROI letter. Referenced the new commercial and residential developments planned for the Miami River area. They have provided quarterly updates. Recent update indicated that funding supported full and partial salaries for 8 jobs working to improve the river's water quality. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1605 1 Sand and Grit Wastewater - 2,000,000 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Proviso provides $2M of the $21M from the Federal Grants TF for the Small County Wastewater Treatment Grants to publicly owned utilities to remove sand and grit from wastewater treatment plants. A 50 percent match is required with certain exceptions related to rural areas and poverty levels. 2. Importance: The small county wastewater treatment grant program is the single largest public resource available to disadvantaged municipal governments to build wastewater infrastructure necessary to protect Florida's waterways. This provision sets aside funding for the vacuum pumping of sand and grit that collects in wastewater treatment systems. 3. Other: CY GAA: $2M Gov Recs: Not included C - Included
ENV DEP 1605 A Grants And Aids To Local Brevard Crisafulli 21,500,000 - 21,500,000 21,500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue funds for the Governments And Nonstate dredging and disposal of muck in the Indian River Lagoon. CY funding has Entities - Fixed Capital allowed muck removal at 3/5 sites. The remaining 2 sites have over Outlay - Brevard County 500,000 cubic yards of muck each. Proposed funding will be used for Muck Dredging muck removal at those two sites. 2. Importance: Brevard County is conducting an aggressive restoration strategy for the Indian River Lagoon that will reduce excess nutrient inputs, remove the legacy load of muck, restore the lagoon's natural filtration systems (oysters, clams and wetlands) and ensure that sound research is the basis of these efforts. The total project cost is $55 million and is anticipated to require 3 years of implementation time. 3. Other: GR ROI: Replied to the ROI Letter. They propose that CY funding will remove 350,000 cubic yards of muck from the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary. This muck is estimated to contain approximately 672,000 pounds of Nitrogen and 144,000 pounds of Phosphorus. CY GAA- $10M (GR & LATF) Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1622 ~1 Special Categories - Pigman - - - - 1. Description: Proviso prevents the administrative overhead assessment Transfer To Institute Of for the University of Florida from exceeding 10 percent of the appropriation. Food And Agriculture Florida Lakewatch was established in 1991 as Florida's volunteer water Sciences (Ifas) - Lakewatch quality monitoring program. Monitoring using Lakewatch volunteers can be an effective sampling approach and the data yielded can be used for development and implementation of numeric nutrient criteria for proposed water quality standards, impairment assessment of surface waters, development of TMDLs, and BMAPs as indicated in a memorandum released by the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration in 2013. 2. Importance: Ensures funds are used for program costs and not overused for administrative functions. 3. Other: Base: $500K, Internal Improvement TF CY ROI: $1.64M in sampling and laboratory services CY GAA: Language included Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1645 A Fixed Capital Outlay - Manatee Hays - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for Process Water Treatment Process Water Treatment Technologies to develop and implement innovative or novel applied Technologies technologies for the long-term removal of ammoniated process water as a result of mining at the abandoned Pinney Point phosphate mines. 2. Importance: Directs funding to innovative technologies that seek to remediate phosphate process water in a more cost efficient approach than current alternatives such as underground injection ($12M). The Department will award funding through the competitive bidding process. 3. Other: ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1671 1 Petroleum Cleanup A britton - 5,000,000 5,000,000 - 1. Description: Up to $5M in nonrecurring funds from the IPTF may be used by DEP for cleanup of petroleum contamination sites using contractors that employ non-traditional or innovative technologies approved by DEP. During FY 16-17, DEP shall identify at least 1 petroleum contamination site that is conducive to rehabilitation using such innovative technologies. The department shall select contractors that employ such innovative technologies, using a competitive solicitation process. DEP shall submit a report to the Governor, the President, and the Speaker detailing each site selected for rehabilitation using such non-traditional or innovative technology and the result of the rehabilitation. 2. Importance: Funds are used to competitively procure state contracts with private remediation contractors and support contractors for the remediation of elig ble sites. Compared to CY, this proviso would apply to a broader set of technologies. 3. Other: CY GAA - $5M, similar language (more narrow in scope), RFP has been posted once but has not yielded a response. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1674 A Grants And Aids To Local Lake Hays, Sullivan 600,000 - 600,000 600,000 1. Description: Provides funding for a regional solar drying facility that will Governments And Nonstate reduce the total volume and weight of biosolids being delivered to Mount Entities - Fixed Capital Dora's sewage treatment plant. Once the biosolids have been treated Outlay - Grants And Aids - according to EPA and DEP standards, they will be land applied and Mount Dora Biosolids converted into fertilizer. The City of Mount Dora began drying/pasteurizing Drying Project solids in 2012 and is seeking the program's expansion in order to become more cost effective. The total cost of the project is $1.2M ($600K match). 2. Importance: Drying biosolids allows for safer handling and lower transportation weight. Mount Dora currently pays $35/ton to haul away biosolids. The annual cost for the haul away such biosolids is upwards of $600,000. 3. Other: Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1674 B Grants And Aids To Local Broward Jacobs - 1,800,000 1,800,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds to DEP for the cleanup of the Osbourne Governments And Nonstate Reef. Tires have moved along the ocean floor and are impacting the Entities - Fixed Capital Osbourne Reef and other coral reefs off the coast of Broward County. Outlay - Grants And Aids - Proviso requires technologies to be used that minimize the long-term costs Osborne Reef Waste Tire to the state of completing this project. A report must be submitted to the Removal - Broward County Governor, Senate President, and Speaker of the House by 12/31/16 that details the environmental benefits of the project and recommendations going forward 2. Importance: In the 1970s, tires were placed off the coast of Broward County to create an additional fish habitat. Over time, the tires have moved into surrounding reefs. Funding for the Osbourne Reef would support removal efforts in a way that does not do any more damage to the reef. Broward contributes $137,500/yr (waiver of Broward Port Everglades fees) plus staff time. Additional funding to DEP would allow for this initial phase of cleanup to be completed more quickly, potentially retrieving as many as 100K tires (~700K total). 3. Other: ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1679 Special Categories - - 1,770,000 1,770,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for the acquisition of 66 trucks and SUVs Acquisition Of Motor within the Division of State Park Operations. Vehicles 2. Importance: The department performed a vehicle analysis and determined 237 vehicles exceeded 150,000 miles and is requesting to replace 100 vehicles overall. Replacement of obsolete vehicles will address two significant concerns - safety and maintenance costs. 3. Other: GR & State Park TF Gov Recs - All $1.77M in TF House - 1.3M in GR and $450K in TF Senate - Matches Gov Recs
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1692 1 Lovers Key State Park Lee Caldwell 450,000 - 450,000 450,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue funds for the Environmental Education Lovers Key State Park Environmental Education Center. Friends of Lovers Center Key (FOLKS) is a CSO for the park and has undertaken the task of building the Environmental Education Center with the consent of DEP. 2. Importance: The Environmental Education Center will provide an exhibit hall, flexible space for classes and community meetings, book store, restrooms and an observation/teaching deck overlooking a backwater estuary. 3. Other: GR ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. CY: $300K TF Vetoed because it circumvented DEP's process of prioritizing projects that are in the greatest need of repair or provide the highest ROI. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1698 A 1 Recreational 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 3,000,000 1. Description: Requires $3M to be allocated to projects that provide Enhancements and recreational enhancements and opportunities for individuals with Opportunities for Individuals disabilities. Also requires $7M in nonrecurring funds from the General with Disabilities Fund be allocated to the first 102 small development projects on the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) 2016-17 Combined Applicant Priority List and the remainder of funds are to be given to the first two large development projects. Lastly, $400K is provided from LATF to 4 specific projects. 2. Importance: Funding is concentrated on providing recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities, small development projects, and some large development projects. 3. Other: CY GAA - provided all funding to Small Development Projects Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1698 A 2 Small Development 7,000,000 - 7,000,000 7,000,000 1. Description: Requires $3M to be allocated to projects that provide Projects recreational enhancements and opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Also requires $7M in nonrecurring funds from the General Fund be allocated to the first 102 small development projects on the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) 2016-17 Combined Applicant Priority List and the remainder of funds are to be given to the first two large development projects. Lastly, $400K is provided from LATF to 4 specific projects. 2. Importance: Funding is concentrated on providing recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities, small development projects, and some large development projects. 3. Other: CY GAA - provided all funding to Small Development Projects Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1698 A 3 Clearwater McMullen Pinellas - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding to the Clearwater McMullen Tennis Tennis Foundation Foundation 2. Importance: This project is ranked 30th on the FRDAP Large Development project list. 3. Other: ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included ENV DEP 1698 A 4 Eustis Sunset Park Phase 1 Lake - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding to the Eustis Sunset Park Phase 1 2. Importance:This project is ranked 42nd on the FRDAP Large Development project list. 3. Other: ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included ENV DEP 1698 A 5 Seminole Waterfront Park Pinellas Ahern, Brandes - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding from Land Acquisition Trust Fund to the City of Seminole Waterfront Park. This park will provide streamline ADA access from the parking lot down to the waterfront, which incorporates ADA access for low impact vessel rentals such as kayaks or canoes. The park entrance will have a Veterans Ring of Honor memorial to honor the large veterans population in Seminole who receive services from the VA Hospital. The park will be free of charge for admission and will eventually have environmental education activities with a boardwalk through adjacent mangroves and a playground. 2. Importance: This project ranks 46th on the FRDAP Large Development project list. 3. Other: ROI: Provides free recreational activities and incorporates ADA access. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1698 A 6 Clearwater Countryside Pinellas Chris Latvala, - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Funds will be used for improved restrooms, concessions, a Sports Complex Renovation Jack Latvala press box, and support facilities for youth recreation programs and Major Expansion League Soccer Spring Training (Chicago Fire). 2. Importance: This project ranks 47th on the FRDAP Large Development project list. The City of Clearwater has earmarked $700,000 as a cash match. The City of Safety Harbor has provided $350,000 towards the project. Private donations for the project total $150,000. 3. Other: ROI: It is estimated that this spring training will generate $5 million annually in economic impact. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1699 A 1 Belleview Sportsplex Marion 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides funding for irrigation at the City of Belleview's Irrigation Sportsplex. 2. Importance: This project is not listed on the FRDAP priority list. 3. Other: ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included ENV DEP 1699 A 2 Friends of Island Parks Pinellas 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Friends of Island Parks (CSO) Discovery Center Discovery Center. 2. Importance: This park is not listed on the FRDAP priority list. 3. Other: ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included ENV DEP 1699 A 3 Palmetto Bay Park Girls Miami-Dade Artiles 125,000 - 125,000 125,000 1. Description: Provides funding for two additional girls' softball fields and Softball Fields lighting for said fields to Palmetto Bay Park (there are currently six). This project is ranked 57 on the FRDAP large development project list. 2. Importance: In order to host large- scale tournaments with teams from across the state, Palmetto Bay Park is requesting two additional fields and the respective lighting. The addition of these fields is requested because it is home to the only girls' softball fields in Miami-Dade County. 3. Other: GR ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs CY GAA: Vetoed because it circumvented the current established grant review process. C - Included
ENV DEP 1699 A 4 West Me bourne Brevard Workman 1,050,000 - 1,050,000 1,050,000 1. Description: Provides funding for Phase II of the West Me bourne Community Park Community Park improvements. Phase II includes a water activity plaza Improvements which includes a handicapped accessible splash pad, an accessible amphitheater, five accessible group picnic shelters, three accessible shade structures, an accessible boardwalk and pier, and accessible hardscape and landscape. This project is not listed on the FRDAP priority list. 2. Importance:The park improvements will serve all age groups and persons with special needs and their families who will be visiting from throughout the southeast United States. The City will put forth a 50/50 local match. 3. Other: GR ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. FY 2014-15: $2.05M ($2M for Park & $50K for Field of Dreams) CY GAA: $1M (Field of Dreams) State Economic Development & Enhancement TF, in DEO's budget Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP 1699 A 5 West Park Water Tower Broward Shevrin Jones 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Provides funding to develop a park facility within its recently Park acquired parcel of 14,000 square feet. As currently envisioned, the proposed park development would be organized around roughly 9,000 square feet shade structure covering a collection of youth oriented playground equipment benches and picnic tables. An irrigated and lighted landscape installation interwoven with paved footpath would be flanked by a perimeter split rail wood fence. This project is listed as 108 on the FRDAP small development project list. 2. Importance: Funding is being requested to complete the construction of this facility, which aims to remove slum and blight. In addition, the project aims to enhance the quality of life of residents and visitors, by fostering a location for recreation and family engagement. There is a local match of $20,000. Upon project completion, the City will maintain the facility. 3. Other: ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP 1699 A 6 Veterans Memorial at Lake Hays 75,000 - 75,000 75,000 1. Description: Provides funding to the Veterans Memorial at Fountain Park Fountain Park in Lake County. 2. Importance: This project is not listed on the FRDAP priority list. 3. Other: ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included ENV DEP 1699 A 7 Moody Avenue Park Clay Bradley, 430,000 - 430,000 430,000 1. Description: Provides funding for a wheel-chair accessible baseball field. Cummings The main objective of the park development is to provide children, youth and adults with unique abilities a place to participate in organized sports, physical activity, and enjoy the outdoors. The field would lie adjacent to an existing wheelchair accommodating playground which has been built with local funds. 2. Importance: Clay County is a member of the Miracle League Association and would be able to start a local league upon completion of the field. This project is not listed on the FRDAP priority list. 3. Other: ROI: A specific ROI has not been reported. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV FWC 1732 A P Special Categories - {Statewide} - 137,145 137,145 - 1. Description: Provides budget authority from the Administrative Trust Acquisition Of Motor Fund to replace five vehicles which will be used in the Northeast, North Vehicles Central, and South Regions to conduct property analysis, transport officials and employees, and conduct public information activities related to the mission of the agency.
2. Importance: A comprehensive fleet analysis on non-law enforcement vehicles by FWC in FY 15/16 produced this list of vehicles to be replaced. FWC also instituted a Pool Pilot to develop pools between regions to ensure vehicles are utilized to their capacity. The vehicles to be replaced are the result after utilization pooling was conducted. These five vehicles that will be replaced are in critical need of replacement. These vehicles are either inoperable, have a history of chronic or costly repairs, are unsafe to operate, or have over 175,000 miles and will need costly repairs soon. The newest of the five vehicles is from 2007 and has 215,00 miles.
3. Other: Administrative TF (NR) Amended LBR: $137,145
ENV FWC 1737 1 Fostering Success Pilot A britton 100,000 - 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides recurring funds for employment readiness training Program and placement services for foster youth participating in the Fostering Success Project. This project is coordinated with DCF and DEO. The goal of the Fostering Success Pilot project is to provide young adults coming out of the state's foster care system an opportunity to learn what it means to be a professional and give them valuable work experience through an internship, so that they may be qualified to seek fulltime employment at the completion of the program.
2. Importance: Pilot program through DACS has been successful. Proviso: From the funds in Specific Appropriation 1737, $100,000 in recurring funds from the General Revenue Fund is provided for the Fostering Success Pilot Project, in coordination with the Department of Children and Families and the Department of Economic Opportunity, to develop and implement internships, employment readiness training, and placement services for foster youth.
3. Other: GR (R) Conference Issue ROI: FY14-15 pilot program had six participants. One intern was offered FTE position with Division of Marketing at DACS. FY15-16 program currently has 9 participants.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV FWC 1740 A Special Categories - Final {Statewide} - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides recurring budget authority from the Federal Grants Natural Resource Damage Trust Fund for expenditures associated with final restoration activities. This Restoration - Deepwater is a placeholder amount. Horizon Oil Spill 2. Importance: The Implementing Bill allows FWC to go to LBC for budget authority. Approval of this issue will allow federal funding to be spent, by way of the impending Consent Decree, to allow the state to perform final DWH restoration projects resulting from the DWH oil spill over at least the next 15 years.
3. Other: Federal Grants TF (NR) LBR: N/A Gov. Recs: N/A Amended LBR: $500,000
ENV FWC 1748 A Fixed Capital Outlay - - 602,161 602,161 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring budget authority from the Southwest Regional Office Administrative Trust Fund for the reconstruction of Southwest Regional Drainage And Parking Lot Office parking lot and facility grounds to eliminate drainage, runoff, and Repair flooding. Also addresses ADA parking challenges.
2. Importance: Existing 30 year old parking lot surface has the following significant issues that require a total demolition, grading, and resurfacing: A parking lot and breezeway that floods after heavy rain, parking lot is not fully paved, parts paved with asphalt are eroding into the main parking lot drain which has contributed to the flooding; ADA parking spaces have cracked and raised areas of asphalt, and there are potholes.
3. Other: Administrative TF Agency Priority #21 Economic Strategy #25 New Issue LBR: $602,161 Gov. Recs: N/A
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV FWC 1756 A Special Categories - - 150,000 150,000 - 1. Description: Provides budget authority from the Land Acquisition Trust Nuisance Wildlife Control Fund for three Law enforcement dogs and corresponding training and handling by officers (handlers and investigators) to monitor and deter illegal trade and importation of both native and non-native wildlife being moved/shipped into Florida via traditional and non-traditional methods. K-9 Units will be deployed in major ports, specifically Miami, where K-9 units are needed most. 2. Importance: This program is unique to every other K9 unit in FWC and any other law enforcement organization, both federal and state. These dogs are trained to alert to any wildlife in warehouses containing thousands of boxes. Identification of illegal shipments of nonnative species at the port of entry, reduces criminal activity and denies nonnative species to potentially establish in Florida, while protecting lawful business interests. Only 8% of correctly registered boxes are searched, with unregistered boxes being less likely to be found without K9 units.
3. Other: LATF (R) LBR $150,000 Gov. Recs: N/A ROI: Pilot program in FY 14-15 was successful. K9 units support the port with investigation efforts dramatically.
ENV FWC 1758 1 Lauderdale Lakes Water Broward Clarke-Reed, - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds from the Land Acquisition Trust Pollutant Reduction Boat Rogers Fund to renovate boat ramps that have fallen into bad disrepair over the Ramp System years and would add new boat ramps to increase efficiency and add more ramps to decrease the damage done to the canal banks where there are no ramps.
2. Importance: Enhances departmental efficiencies by deploying vessels at a point closer to work sites, which are sites for reducing pollutants and invasive plants in and around the South Florida Water Management District C-13 Canal. City will contribute $50,000. City manager stated that the boat ramp will cost $63,500 in addition to the $50,000 design cost. City has not applied for a Boating Improvement Grant through FWC.
3. Other: LATF (NR) Total Request from City: $500,000
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV FWC 1758 2 Niceville Public Landing Okaloosa Matt Gaetz - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds from the Land Acquisition Trust and Bayou Restoration Fund for the construction of a public landing facility on Boggy Bayou of Access Choctawhatchee Bay. This is an economic revitalization project corresponding with a National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)/Transocean (oil spill) Grant to restore the headwaters of Boggy Bayou and storm water drainage. The access would be used for restoration and then as a public access which can also centerpiece economic revitalization of Niceville's historical district.
2. Importance: Niceville has invested $500,000 for land acquisition with support from Okaloosa County. Land acquisition funds are from Okaloosa County's Transocean Spill funds, and $100,000 from the City of Niceville.
3. Other: LATF (NR) Total Requested by City: $1,517,824 ROI: The multi-use public landing will have as much as an $11 million economic revitalization of Niceville's historic downtown.
ENV FWC 1762 A Special Categories - 1,400,000 - 1,400,000 1,400,000 1. Description: Establishes a program which provides a state mechanism Derelict Vessel Removal for the removal of derelict vessels from the waterways of the state. Program Program will include FWC derelict vessel removal as well as competitive program seeking county match or contr butions for funding. Match will be based on the number of vessels registered in the county.
2. Importance: There are around 300 derelict vessels currently identified in the Florida waterways. Removal of these derelict vessels provides a safe environment for commercial and recreational users of these waterways, attracts boaters, and maintains environmental quality for fish and wildlife. FWC does not have a program for statewide removal of derelict vessels.
3. Other: GR (NR) Agency Priority #7 Economic Strategy #27, 28, 29 New Issue LBR: $1,500,000 Gov. Recs: N/A
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV FWC 1783 A Fixed Capital Outlay - Palm - 3,090,000 3,090,000 - 1. Description: Provides budget authority from the Federal Grants Trust Beach County Public Fund for Phase Two of three phases. Phase two includes the construction Recreational Shooting Park of storm water retention, a sporting clays range, maintenance building, water connection and sewage treatment system, and roadways and parking.
2. Importance: Phase One was appropriated in 2014-2015 for $3.2 million and consisted of rifle, pistol, and site construction. This park will provide an opportunity for the public to learn and practice firearms proficiency, provide a destination for state and national competitions, and will serve as a training facility to be used by hunter safety students and volunteers. The shooting park will be operated by the Commission with funding provided by the revenue from the shooting sports participants at the park. This project is funded completely through federal funds.
3. Other: Federal Grants TF (NR) GAA 2014-15: $3,200,000 Amended LBR: $3,090,000 ROI: This facility will be a year-round shooting sports destination that will provide firearms safety training and attract regional and national competitions, including Olympic Trials.
ENV FWC 1792 1 Nuisance Wildlife Control - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides budget authority from the State Game Trust Fund for distribution to counties or local governments for bear resistant garbage cans.
2. Importance: Human conflicts with bears are occurring at increasing rates as both human and bear populations continue to grow. Bear attractants include food and garbage, and trash cans stored outside serve as an attractant. Bear resistant garbage cans are fitted with devices that hinder bears from breaking into these garbage cans.
3. Other: Conference Issue Proviso: 1792 Nuisance Wildlife Control From the funds in Specific Appropriation 1792, $500,000 in nonrecurring funds from the State Game Trust Fund may be distributed to counties or local governments to cost-share the purchase of bear-resistant garbage containers. At least 60 percent of those funds shall go to counties or local governments having and ordinance in place focused on resolving issues associated with bear attractants and garbage.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV FWC 1825 1 Lionfish Management Drake 215,000 - 215,000 215,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue funding for Lionfish Management. Funding is broken into three parts: One OPS Biological Scientist, Expenses, and Contracted Services, the latter will take up the majority of funding with $215,000. This contracted services activity will include funding an adaptive management project to determine how effective removals might be on selected reefs and to help manage the frequency of these removals.
2. Importance: Lionfish are an invasive species that may impact native fish populations and the businesses affiliated with fishing and diving opportunities. The Reef Rangers program was created to help facilitate the necessary communication between divers participating in lionfish removals, and tournaments raise awareness of the negative impacts lionfish impose on native species.
3. Other: GR (NR) Agency Priority #8 Economic Development strategy #27, 28, 29 Base: $256k LBR: $297,841 GR (NR) ROI: Goal of this activity is to understand how quickly lionfish repopulate after Reef Rangers come in and remove lionfish from a particular area.
ENV FWC 1843 A Special Categories - - 200,000 200,000 - 1. Description: Budget Amendment B0256; Provides budget authority to a Restore Act - Deepwater recently established appropriation category via budget amendment titled Horizon Spill RESTORE Act - Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill, from the Federal Grants Trust Fund. This is an add back from funds taken from Contract and Grant Reimbursed Activities category that is to be used specifically for RESTORE Act projects. This category is used to cover expenses strictly for contracts and grants for which 100% reimbursement will be received through the RESTORE Act.
2. Importance: Currently FWRI has five grants approved for reimbursement from RESTORE for a total of $512,943. Four of the five projects have already started, and FWRI anticipates more projects will be received prior to year end. This recently established appropriation category was set up for the purpose of tracking Deepwater Horizon RESTORE Act projects separately from the category used for all reimbursed activities.
3. Other: Federal Grants TF (NR) Amended LBR: $200,000
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV FWC 1847 A Fixed Capital Outlay - Roof 281,500 - 281,500 281,500 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring spending authority from General Replacement And Repairs - Revenue to replace a roof that is failing on the Robert M. Ingle (RMI) Statewide building in St. Petersburg.
2. Importance: RMI was built in 1981 and is used to house FWC staff. Two layers of the roof on the concrete deck are close to failure. Re-roofing is necessary to prevent further issues. The roof type that will be used to re- roof is a Thermoplastic Polyolefin Roof with a 20 year manufacturers warranty. This project has been estimated by an architectural firm.
3. Other: GR (NR) Amended LBR 281,500 MRCTF Conference issue.
ENV FWC 1847 B Fixed Capital Outlay - Hillsborough Young 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds from GR for continuation of a Florida Conservation And project constructing a conservation and research facility with space Technology Center - Center specifically for sea turtle rescue, research, and coral propagation. This is a For Conservation Florida Aquarium project in partnership with TECO Energy and FWC. Appropriation from FY 14-15 of $3,000,000 has been used to complete the building. This appropriation is to equip the building for its use. FWC will use the facility for multiple agency initiatives.
2. Importance: Benefits Florida through increased tourism, educational opportunities in STEM, animal rescue and rehabilitation, and partners with FWC on agency initiatives. The Florida Aquarium partners with TECO energy, which has made $5 million in investments over the last three years, and leases 20 acres of TECO land for $100 a year. This land has a fair- market value of $2 million.
3. Other: General Revenue (NR) GAA 2014-15: $3,000,000 (NR) Requested Amount: $2,000,000 ROI: Anticipated tourism is 750,000+ annually, with 75-80 full-time jobs and 200 part-time jobs anticipated upon completion. Florida Aquarium consistently ranks highest in visitor value in the Tampa area.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV FWC 1847 C Grants And Aids To Local Hillsborough Hays, Young 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds for capital repairs and Governments And Nonstate renovations for life support and containment systems. This project is to Entities - Fixed Capital provide a service to the State of Florida by ensuring continued ability to Outlay - Lowry Park Zoo provide critical care to endangered and Federally-protected Manatees by Manatee Hospital the Zoo. The project will replace 6 water filtration systems, which have been operating nonstop for more than 24 years and have exceeded their lifespan. Total cost of project is $3M, with $1M appropriated in FY15-16.
2. Importance: The Lowry Park Manatee Hospital and Manatee & Aquatic Center cares for more than half of all the reported sick, injured, orphaned manatees in Florida. By not replacing the filtration and pump system, the Hospital's standard of medical care is compromised and may be fined by the USDA for non-compliance.
3. Other: General Revenue (NR) CY GAA $1,000,000 from GR (NR) Requested Amount: $2,000,000 ROI: Since 1991, the Zoo has treated over 330 Florida manatees and successfully treated and released 200 of them. Submitted quarterly update 12/1/15 shows schematics are in process and RFP process will be initiated this month.
ENV FWC 1847 D Grants And Aids To Local Manatee Boyd 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue for the Parker Governments And Nonstate Manatee Aquarium at the South Florida Museum and Bishop Planetarium Entities - Fixed Capital to supplement the expansion of the aquarium facility to allow for additional Outlay - SOUTH FLORIDA manatees to be treated, cared for, and rehabilitated after being saved in MUSEUM AND BISHOP critical stages at an acute care facility. PLANETARIUM - PARKER MANATEE AQUARIUM 2. Importance: Funding will be for a new lift system, chiller and heating system for the aquarium housing the manatees, new staff space for advanced technologies and dive gear, new holding pools, and a saltwater system.
3. Other: GR (NR) Conference Issue ROI: Project will provide a greater number of manatees to be housed at the aquarium, providing educational opportunities to more than 10,000 students every year. Every 4th grader in Manatee County has a field trip to the aquarium to complete a science standards requirement.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1856 1 Transportation Fitzenhagen, - 200,000 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides $200K to study historic funding of the state's Disadvantaged Study Gibson transportation disadvantaged services, formulas used for distribution of state funds, and allocation methodology as it relates to urban and rural counties throughout the state. The study is to also compare services to the funding formulas and practices of similar services provided in other states.
2. Importance: Stakeholders continue to express concerns with the current allocation methodology. Study should result in identification of areas that need to be addressed or can be improved to ensure maximum use of resources and greater accountability of funds.
3. Other:
TED DOT 1856 2 Transportation {Statewide} Fitzenhagen, - 2,300,000 2,300,000 - 1. Description: Provides $2.3M in nonrecurring funds to expand services Disadvantaged Rural Area Gibson to transportation disadvantaged to be allocated to community transportation Funding coordinators who are not direct recipients of funding under the federal Urbanized Area Formula Program
2. Importance: Continues transportation services in rural areas for persons with disabilities, older adults, and people with low incomes so they may access health care, employment, education and other life-sustaining activities.
3. Other:
TED DOT 1856 3 Transportation {Statewide} Fitzenhagen, - 1,750,000 1,750,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.75M for competitive grants for community Disadvantaged Community Gibson projects that projects that: (1) enhance the access of older adults, persons Transportation Program with disabilities, and persons with low income individuals to health care, Grants shopping, education, employment, public services, and recreation; (2) assist in the development, improvement, and use of transportation systems in nonurbanized areas; (3) promote the efficient coordination of services; (4) support intercity bus transportation; and (5) encourage private transportation provider participation.
2. Importance: Continues transportation services in rural areas for persons with disabilities, older adults, and people with low incomes so they may access health care, employment, education and other life-sustaining activities.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1858 1 Treasure Coast St. Lucie Harrell, Larry Lee, - 1,827,500 1,827,500 - 1. Description: Provides $2.5M to St. Lucie County for the design and International Airport Jr. construction of a 30k square feet Manufacture, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Expansion hanger. The total cost of the project is $10.6M. The county has committed $5.3M (50 percent of cost). ROI: upon completion an additional 75 jobs directly related to the hanger, annual payroll averaging $4.13M and a yearly economic output averaging $14.5M.
2. Importance: The Treasure Coast International Airport is currently at 100% leased capacity with current leasers and prospective companies inquiring about space available at the airport. Companies of interest include JetCraft Aerostructures and Aviation Management Sales (AMS).
3. Other: Currently, scheduled in the work plan for 2018. Support- Congressman P. Murphy
TED DOT 1858 2 Treasure Coast St. Lucie Harrell, Larry Lee, - 172,500 172,500 - 1. Description: Provides $172K to St. Lucie County for the design of International Airport Jr. 1000+ acres located just north of the Treasure Coast International Airport Intermodal Logistics Design for industrial development. Total project cost is $1.1m. The DOT has $480k programmed in the current year for the environmental assessment. The county's share of the project is $400k.
2. Importance: The land has been set aside as the county's intermodal logistics zone and is identified as a Freight Logistics Zone. The area will serve as the central location for all industrial use, including transportation of cargo as well as storage for product. This land is within 5 miles to the Port of Fort Pierce which includes 2 rail spurs, Treasure Coast International Airport, the Turnp ke and Interstate 95.
3. Other: Support - Congressman P. Murphy
TED DOT 1858 3 Proviso - Treasure Coast 700,000 - 700,000 700,000 1. Description: The nonrecurring general revenue funds in Specific International Airport Appropriation 1858 shall be used for the Treasure Coast International Expansion Expansion. This proviso refers to the general revenue appropriation of $700K in SA 1858.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1859 1 LYNX I-4 Mitigation Orange, Antone, - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to LYNX to maintain transit service levels Osceola, Thompson and mitigate community impacts from the construction of the I-4 Ultimate Seminole Improvement Project at LYNX Central Station. The additional funds will be used on bus operations to maintain current service levels.
2. Importance: The LYNX Central Station (LCS), which sits adjacent to I-4, currently has 1,000 bus trips in and out each weekday. The station is situated between two major east-west roads that travel under I-4. These roads will be at least partially closed during the overall construction period that will slow down operations of bus routes either from congestion or by requiring detours.
3. Other:
TED DOT 1859 2 Fixed-Guideway Transit Hillsborough Spano - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides $100K for Hillsborough County Area Transit (HART) for a feasibility study for development of a fixed guideway transit system for an east-west corridor from the Greater Brandon Area to Downtown Tampa, Tampa International Airport (TIA) and ultimately the beaches in Pinellas County. Total cost of the study is $600k.
2. Importance: Development of a fixed guideway transit system is part of the county's transportation needs and connects key economic areas in the county. The county's economic development initiative see this development has a vital part of their ability to attract new jobs to the county.
3. Other: Vetoed in 2015.
TED DOT 1859 3 City of Hialeah Gardens Miami-Dade Garcia - 190,000 190,000 - 1. Description: Provides $190K to the City of Hialeah for the purchase of Senior Center a 40-42 passenger bus for the senior center. The bus will be used to Transportation Program transport seniors daily to and from the center where they receive hot meals. Other uses of the bus will include monthly trip to the grocery store and field trips.
2. Importance: The city's current van is in great disrepair and in need of costly repairs including replacement of the van's floor.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1863 1 Port Manatee Security Manatee - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides $300K to make upgrades to security around the Improvements port entrance.
2. Importance: Currently, there are two entrances to the port, the main entrance and a secondary entrance. Security improvements are needed at the secondary entrance to ensure the safety of those coming into and leaving the port.
3. Other: Not in the work program. NOT requested by the port. Vetoed - 2016
TED DOT 1867 1 Seminole County SR 17-92 Seminole Brodeur - 2,000,000 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $2M to support completion of 17-92 flyover Flyover project. Total cost of the project is $6.25M. Local funding of $2M.
2. Importance: Completes road construction, enhance regional storm water pond and wetland mitigation as needed. Road will provide access to Jai-Alai arena.
3. Other:
TED DOT 1874 1 Quiet Zone Improvements {Statewide} - 10,000,000 10,000,000 - 1. Description - Provides state funds to continue a grant style program for the creation of quiet zones that may be constructed where requested by a local government. Quiet zones are railroad grade crossings at which trains do not sound their horns in an effort to reduce noise levels for residential communities.
2. Importance - Funds are used to provide technical assistant to local entities as they develop and implement quiet zone plans.
3. Other - Funded for $10m in the current year (2014 carry forward) The DOT has had difficulty expending these funds due to lack of applicants. Vetoed - 2015.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1895 1 Honeymoon Island Spur Pinellas Jack Latvala - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides $300k to design and construct a paved bicycle path to increase safe accessibility to and within the Honeymoon Island State Park. This includes a safe route from the entrance gate to the beach use areas and other recreation facilities. Total project cost is $300k.
2. Importance: This trail is identified in the Honeymoon Island State Park Unit Management Plan approved by the Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks on June 15, 2007. The bicycle path will be separated from the park road wherever possible to maximize safety.
3. Other:
TED DOT 1895 2 James E. King, Jr. Trail St. Johns - 200,000 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for the development of a pedestrian and bicycle trail in the Town of Welaka. Total project cost of the trail is $200K.
2. Importance: The trail winds through the Town of Welaka and connects with an existing trail in the Welaka State Forest. This includes a trailhead at the eastern end of the trail for parking, restrooms, playground, picnic facilities, fishing pier, and a kayak launch. The town is located in a nationally known recreational fishing area on the banks of the St. Johns River, deemed the "Bass Fishing Capital of the World." The town hosts many visitors each year who come to the area to fish the St. Johns River. The trail is named in honor of the late State Senator James E. King. It Is on the DEP priority list.
3. Other: Vetoed in 2015.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1895 3 High Springs - Newberry Alachua, Bradley - 2,000,000 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $2M to support the acquisition of a railroad Rail Corridor Columbia, corridor running from the Santa Fe River northwest of High Springs Gilchrist southeast into the City, and from the City of High Springs south towards the City of Newberry as part of a multi-use trail development. The total cost of acquisition and construction of a multi-use trail is estimated at $8M.
2. Importance: The acquisition will support the construction of a multi-use path that will connect to the Nature Coast Trail in Trenton and a programmed multi-use path on CR 340/Poe, allowing non-motorized access from downtown High Springs to the existing Poe Springs Park that is owned and operated by Alachua County.
3. Other: Project is a Category 'A' by the Greenways and Trails Commission and is eligible for funding through the Greenways and Trails program. The project is listed as an elig ble project in the County's list for its upcoming Wild Spaces Public Places ½ cent surtax referendum and with passage in November, 2016 would, therefore, receive local matching funds.
TED DOT 1895 4 The Underline Miami-Dade Jose Diaz, Diaz de - 2,000,000 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $2M to support the development of the Underline. la Portilla The project transforms 10 miles of land below Miami's Metrorail into a liner park and urban trail. Funding is for the construction of the northernmost end of the trail. This includes trail and utility construction, landscaping and way finding. Total project cost for this section of the trail is $5m. Cost for the overall trail has not been determined but could be has high as $80m. Looking to the state for 20% of the funding, 60% being committed locally and the remaining 20% are anticipated federal dollars.
2. Importance: The park is an economic driver for the downtown area. Upon completion the park is expected to generate $315m annually through increased property values, reduction in motor vehicle costs and increase in retail businesses.
3. Other: Vetoed in 2015; Miami Dade delegation priority and priority of Miami Beacon Council. ROI: 1k construction jobs, 400 permanent jobs, $170Nm economic output during construction $50M afterwards, $8.8B over 25 years.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1895 5 Orchard Pond Parkway Leon Beshears, - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $500K for the paving of the Orchard Pond Road Trail Montford as part of a $1.2m project to turn it into a linear park and trail for public recreational use. Orchard Pond Road is a 5.2-mile unpaved dirt road in northern Leon County.
2. Importance: This property was originally identified as a potentially major regional connector. The private landowner has a P3 agreement and SIB loan to build a road adjacent to this road to avoid its destruction. Construction on the road is anticipated to be complete in May 2016. The current dirt road is relatively unstable and needs near-constant grooming. The asphalt base will stabilize the old roadbed and prevent further erosion.
3. Other: Vetoed in 2015; ROI: The immediate return on the investment is 4:1. When incorporating the investment of the local government and the donations by the private landowner, the ROI grows to 8:1.The trail is part of the regional greenways master trail plan.
TED DOT 1895 6 City of Tamarac, Bikeway Broward Moskowitz, Ring - 400,000 400,000 - 1. Description: Provides $400K to the City of Tamarac to support Phase 5 Project Phases 5 and 6 of the Tamarac Bikeway/Walkway System construction. The total cost of the project is $618k with $150k being provided by the city.
2. Importance: The project is a one mile, multi-modal pathway located on the east side of University Drive (SR 817). The route provides direct access to over 30 offices and businesses, including a hospital, school, and senior center. It provides access to the University Drive Overpass, a senior center and three school facilities. This vicinity provides jobs to approximately 1500 people.
3. Other: Phases 1, 2 and 3 previously funded, a total of $3.9M; Creates up to 15 construction-related jobs.
TED DOT 1899 1 Video Analytics Program - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.5M for the second phase of software video analytics program testing. Program designed to provide real time, highly accurate land level traffic data with speeds, counts, headway, and classifications to provide data to improve safety for wrong way drivers, hurricane evacuation routes, emergency response and related needs.
2. Importance: awaiting additional information
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1903 1 Keep Florida Beautiful {Statewide} Beshears, - 800,000 800,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for the Keep Florida Beautiful program as Galvano defined in section 403.709(d), F.S.
2. Importance: The Keep Florida Beautiful program engages and educates citizens, visitors and communities to improve Florida through litter prevention, increased recycling and beautification efforts. Funds are to be managed by Keep Florida Beautiful, Inc. The group coordinates the efforts of the Florida affiliates to keep Florida a beautiful place to live, work and play. Funding supports grant programming, administrative costs, travel and campaign costs.
3. Historically, the funding for this program was provided by the DOT using revenues from waste management funds transferred from DEP. Funding was provided in FY 2014-15 and FY 2015-16 in the amount of $800k. ROI- Every $1 spent represents $3 in waste collection costs. Responded to ROI letter, reported contracted signed 12/2015.
TED DOT 1906 1 Bluffs Corridor Escambia Evers - 2,000,000 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $2M in support of the Bluffs Corridor development. More information anticipated.
2. Importance: The area anticipates recruit approximately 10 companies to occupy more than 3.9M square feet of building space on 295 acres of land as part of the county and regional economic development.
3. Other: Creates 15k jobs with wages of more than $3.9B. Support- Gulf Power, Emerald Coast Utility Authority (ECUA) and University of West Florida (UWF).
TED DOT 1906 2 Britt Road Bridge Martin Harrell, Magar, - 1,733,000 1,733,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.7M to the Martin County to initiate the Britt Replacement Negron Road Bridge Replacement project construction. The project replaces a 50' long bridge on Britt Road over Britt Creek. The scope of work includes engineering, design, permitting and construction. Total funding is $1.9m for design and construction. Currently $233k in local funding.
2. Importance: The existing Britt Road Bridge was initially constructed in 1945 and has exceeded the useful life span for the structure.
3. Other: Vetoed in 2015; FOI: Project will create 24 jobs; currently in the work program- #2 priority;
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 3 Lake Shore Boulevard Porter - 410,000 410,000 - 1. Description: Provides $410K to Columbia County for the Lake Shore Access Road Boulevard road improvement project. The project includes the construction of a south entry from US 90 to Lake Shore Hospital via Washington Street to primarily improve access to the hospital for emergency vehicles along with other improvements. Total project cost is $2.1m.
2. Importance: City of Lake City, Columbia County and the Lake Shore Hospital Authority are seeking to improve emergency access to the hospital. Funding for project is for design, acquisition and construction of needed road improvement. The result will be greater access to healthcare.
3. Other:
TED DOT 1906 4 CR 466A Phase 3 Lake, Sumter Hays, Metz, - 2,750,000 2,750,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for the widening of CR 466A across Lake O'Toole and Sumter Counties from two lanes to four lanes. Total project cost is $25m. The county needs a total of $10.5m to complete the project.
2. Surrounding areas have experienced much traffic growth primarily due to the development of the Villages, a local retirement community. The widening of the road will increase capacity as well as improve traffic safety and congestion. To date, county has spent $5m, and DOT provided $3m through TRIP grant.
3. Other: Received $3m in 2015 and have $2.5m current year. Responded to ROI letter, no reports, under construction.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 5 Southwest Ranches Broward Diaz de la Portilla, - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds to continue to install guardrails on the road Guardrails Installation Stark and the canal bank from SW 142nd Avenue to SW 148th Avenue and between SW 136th Avenue to the 12600 block of Stirling Road (State Road 848) in the city of Southwest. The total project cost is $400k, which includes $100k in local funding.
2. Importance: Stirling Road is reduced from a four-lane divided highway to a narrow two-lane road where it enters the Town's municipal boundary. The edge of this two lane roadway is only inches from a deep drainage canal in some areas. The close proximity of this roadway to the canal has led to serious injuries and on occasion tragic results. The guardrails provide greater safety to the 30k motorists and pedestrians that use the roads. are needed to provide greater motor safety and prevent falling over into the canal.
3. Other: Received $487K in 2014 for guardrails along another section of the road. Funding for this section of the road was vetoed 2015. Jobs - 40 construction-related and permanent jobs. Legislation is currently being considered requiring DOT to erect barriers such as guardrails under specific criteria.
TED DOT 1906 6 North Lauderdale Street Broward Rogers, - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides $100K to the City of North Lauderdale for the Lights Christopher Smith replacement of the city's aging street lights with energy efficient lighting. The total cost of the project is $150k. The city has allocated $50k toward this project.
2. Importance: The new lighting saves money while making North Lauderdale more eco-friendly. The City has sustainability goals to achieve and saving costs on energy is a key component. Better visibility throughout the City is a key concern to many constituents. The City is experimenting with LED bulbs that can directly replace the existing HID bulbs and ballasts.
3. Other: Vetoed in 2015.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 7 North Lauderdale Sidewalk Broward Rogers, - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides $100K to the City of North Lauderdale for the Replacement Christopher Smith replacement of the badly deteriorated sections of North Lauderdale's sidewalks that are of safety concern through a grant program. The total cost of the project is $300k with the city having allocated $200k in funding.
2. Importance: The city currently cites owners for damaged sidewa ks caused by trees or use by the property owner. The funds provide an opportunity for the city to assist those residents who do not have income to repair these sidewalks through a grant program based on financial need.
3. Other: Vetoed in 2015; ROI: Anticipate savings related to fewer insurance claims.
TED DOT 1906 8 North Lauderdale Street Broward Rogers, - 200,000 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides $200K to the City of North Lauderdale for the Resurfacing/Kimberly Christopher Smith repair of a major interior street that is deteriorating due to age and use. The Boulevard total project cost is $200k. The city has allocated $1m toward this project.
2. Importance: This street serves connection between State Road 7 and SW 81st Avenue that serves City residents and its visitors. Once completed, this project is anticipated to have a useful life of approximately 25 years.
3. Other: Vetoed in 2015; ROI: The project will create 10 construction- related jobs.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 9 Lauderdale Lakes Broward Clarke-Reed, - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to the City of Lauderdale Lakes to fund Northwest 31st Ave Rogers, phase 1 of a "Complete Streets" regional strategy to enhance Corridor Improvement Christopher Smith transportation mobility, improve pedestrian safety, enhance walkability and improve connectivity on a statewide roadway network. The total cost is $1.2M. The city has allocated $200k toward the project.
2. Importance: The regional project seeks to redevelop and reconstruct an approximately quarter mile section of a six lane local roadway with a goal to improve public safety and beautify the corridor. The Northwest 31st Avenue Corridor extends from Miami Dade County to Palm Beach County. In the City of Lauderdale Lakes, this roadway has high pedestrian traffic areas including children of all ages that walk to nearby schools and has limited multi-modal access for pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicles along the roadway. The improvement will enhance roadway network that connects from Broward to Palm Beach County, improve livability, attract private investment and support active transportation on the statewide roadway network.
3. Other: ROI: Anticipate a 10% return, creates 10 construction - related jobs.
TED DOT 1906 10 Lauderdale Lakes Sidewalk Broward Clarke-Reed, - 200,000 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides $200K to the City of Lauderdale Lakes for the Repair and Replacement Rogers, repair and/or replacement of damaged and dangerous sidewalks. Local Christopher Smith funds of $50k have been made available for this project.
2. Importance: Sidewalks in the City of Lauderdale Lakes are much more than recreational components. A large amount of the population regularly walks to mass transit. The main intersection in the City is the busiest mass transit interchange in the County and one of the ten busiest in the State of Florida. Providing safe passage on our sidewa ks is crucial to the residents and the City by reducing trips and falls that directly and indirectly negatively impact our population.
3. Other: Vetoed in 2015; ROI: Anticipate a 10% return on investment, creates 6 construction-related jobs.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 11 Dyal Road Paving Nassau Adkins, Bean - 258,000 258,000 - 1. Description: Provides $258K for the resurfacing of Dyal Road. The total cost of this project is $350k. The city has budgeted $101k for the engineering and surveying costs associated with the project.
2. Importance: Funds will be used to pave a specific portion of Dyal Road, which will increase mobility for Nassau County citizens and visitors coming off of Old Dixie Highway/US Highway 1.
3. Other: SCRAP (Small County Resurface Assistance Program) funding in current year for Old Dixie Highway pavement at the end of Dyal.
TED DOT 1906 12 Lake Worth Park of Palm Beach Clemens, Hager - 2,500,000 2,500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $2.5M to the City of Lake Worth for upgrades and Commerce infrastructure improvements to 393 acres of industrial and warehousing section of the city known as the Park of Commerce. Total cost is $14.1M over a two year period. Includes local commitment of $6M and $1.4M from the US Economic Development Administration for this project.
2. Importance: Park of Commerce is seven miles north of the Port of Palm Beach and is adjacent to the CSX rail line. By providing easy ingress and egress from the two exits off of I-95 as well as the nearby Turnpike exit, the Lake Worth Park of Commerce will become a viable option for warehouse and logistics locations. Funds will support two companies coming into the area and allow for the attraction of other companies.
3. Other: S-$2.5M; ROI: 320 job-related jobs, up to 4,800 new positions with investments over $19.3m and economic benefit of $182.7M.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 13 Pine Hills Road/Silver Star Orange Antone - 150,000 150,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for a local project for the placement of a Road Intersection b ke/trail crossing across SR 438 (Silver Star Road). Funds will be used to Crosswa k Enhancements study, report and design the appropriate trail/road crossing.
2. Importance: The determination of where to put a crossing and the type of crossing has been a local debate between the Pine Hills neighborhood group and local planning organization for several years. There are plans underway to expand the road which do not include the construction of an overpass which is what the neighborhood association has recommended. The cost for an overpass is estimated to be more than $13 million.
3. Vetoed - 2013, 2014. Work Program $4,700k in FY 2013/14 for design work associated with road.
TED DOT 1906 14 Max Brewer Causeway Brevard Goodson - 800,000 800,000 - 1. Description: Provides $800K to Brevard County to complete the Max Beautification Brewer Causeway Beautification project. Funds will be used to upgrade lighting, guardrail and sidewalk installation, parking pavement and beautification in this area adjacent to Coast to Coast Trail.
2. Importance: Max Brewer Causeway is an urban district river park situated on both sides of SR-402 providing entrance to the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, Canaveral National Seashour and the eastern end of Kennedy Space Center. The 36.6-acre park provides convenient access to the Indian River for fishing, water sports, sunbathing and shuttle viewing. Recreational amenities include picnic shelters, restrooms, boardwalk, fishing pier, and boat ramps with paved parking for 46 cars and 47 boat trailer spaces.
3. Other: Vetoed in 2015
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 15 Jacksonville Moncrief Duval Gibson, Ray - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $500K to the City of Jacksonville to support the Dinsmore Road Bridge construction of a temporary bridge during the construction of a replacement Replacement bridge on Moncrief-Dinsmore Road across Nine Mile Creek. The total cost of the bridge project (includes temporary bridge) is $2.9M of which $1.8M is being requested from the state.
2. Importance: The DOT has giving the Moncrief-Dinsmore Bridge a structurally deficient rating and has ranked in third of priority bridge projects. The city of Jacksonville opted to do a local design/build to expedite the construction of a replacement bride and allocated $1.1 million for design and construction. The city, in the design phase learned that the bridge cannot be used during construction and that a temporary bridge was needed. This exceeds the city's intended budget.
3. Other: ROI: anticipated savings due to lower maintenance costs, creates 10 construction-related jobs.
TED DOT 1906 16 Ludlam Redevelopment Miami-Dade Fresen, Garcia - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $3M for land acquisition for the Ludlam Project Redevelopment Project. The project proposes to convert 6.2 miles of abandoned rail corridor (Florida East Coast (FEC) railway right-of-way) in Miami-Dade county. The total acquisition costs is $50 M. ROI - Upon completion, the trail will result in an additional $5.75m in local tax revenues, $282m in added real-estate value for homeowners and businesses in the area, and retail sales of up to $8m annually.
2. Importance: the proposed trail will connect more than 32k people with five greenways, five schools, four parks and two transit hubs. Local funding includes $4.7M from Miami-Dade county and a commitment from City of Miami for $5m. Project is at the top of the FDEP rankings ("A" list) for land acquisition projects.
3. Other: Project funded in 2014 for $3.4m. Project vetoed in 2015. Federal funds (via DOT) of $980k in current year for design guidelines and improvements along the corridor..
TED DOT 1906 17 City of Coral Springs Broward Moskowitz - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides $300K to the City of Coral Springs for the milling University Drive and resurfacing of the section of University Drive which connects to Resurfacing Sawgrass Expressway. The total project cost is $600k of which the city has committed $300k.
2. Importance: The current roadway surface is in need of repair. It serves as part of the city's hurricane evacuation route and is one of the primary entrances into the city. Repaving the road will provide safer and more reliable roadway access to downtown.
3. Other: Creates 10 construction-related jobs.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 18 City of Venice Road Sarasota Detert, Gonzalez - 1,300,000 1,300,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.3M to the City of Venice for Year 1 of road Improvement Project improvements throughout the city. The city has identified 73 miles of roadway in need of milling and paving due to unacceptable and unsafe levels of degradation. The total cost of the project is $16.9M. The city is providing $2.7m per year and is asking the state to provide $1.3m per year over four years.
2. Importance: The City of Venice is a hub for bicycle enthusiasts and is designated a Silver Bicycle Friendly Community. The city has targeted the roads as part of its upgrading of pedestrian and bicycle facilities to increase multi-modal use and safety. This is a part of the city's economic driver to encourage visitors and residents to take advantage of the city's beaches, historical downtown district and cultural events. The road system, constructed in the 1920's, was part of a recent survey which determined that the roads included in the project were well below minimum acceptable standards.
3. Other: Estimated to create 25 construction-related jobs.
TED DOT 1906 19 Opa Locka Airport/Roadway Miami-Dade Braynon, Fresen - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to Miami-Dade County to support Infrastructure construction of road infrastructure needed to develop an additional 170 Improvements acres at the Opa Locka Airport. The total cost of this redesign of Wright Road is $7.5M and supports the development of new hangars, office buildings, ramp space and other uses resulting in the creation of numerous additional jobs. The county has committed $5m to the project.
2. Importance: The project is part of a larger redevelopment project at the Miami Opa-Locka Executive Airport (OPF) in Opa-Locka, Florida. Land at OPF has remained undeveloped due in part to needed infrastructure particularly upgrade of the public access roadway and access to public utilities. Current development lessee, AA Acquisitions, LLC ("AA") is working with the county in support of this development.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 20 St. Johns Ferry Phase Duval Gibson, Ray - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to the Jacksonville Transportation Authority II/Jacksonville Ferry to complete Phase II of the Slip Wall Rehabilitation Project. The total cost of the project is $7.5M of which $6.5M is federal grant funding. The authority requested $1M to match these grant funds. Funds will provide for needed repairs to the slip walls which will increase rider reliability as a result of lower maintenance costs and fewer service interruptions for repairs.
2. Importance: Ferry services provide efficient transportation alternatives for military personnel to and from Naval Station Mayport and safe/reliable infrastructure for our community residents, workforce and visitors. These upgrades will support economic development and revitalization in the immediate surrounding community along this section of the A1A corridor in Mayport. Phase I of the slip wall repairs is currently underway and scheduled to be completed by April 2016. Funding for Phase I included $3.9M federal grant funds.
3. Other: 2014 - $1M; 2015-$1.5M vetoed; creates 35 construction-related jobs
TED DOT 1906 21 15th Street Beautification Palm Beach - 450,000 450,000 - 1. Description: Provides $450K to City of Riviera Beach to reconstruct Project-Riviera Beach specific areas on 15th, 16th streets and the north portion of Avenue C to 17th street to provide a complete street for pedestrian mobility, including installation of water quality measures to reduce suspended solids and nutrient loading entering the Intracoastal waterways as part of the Marina' s District Master plan for the growth of the city's waterfront. The total project cost is $1.7m; $262k to be provided by the Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency. (CRA).
2. Importance: The Marina Redevelopment District, a $300 million dollar community public private partnership anticipated to generate 2000 jobs over the next decade.
3. Other: Vetoed - $500k in 2015; the DOT has $637k programmed in FY18 that addresses another area identified n the plan.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 22 Alico Road, Lee County Lee Benacquisto, - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to Lee County to advance construction and Fitzenhagen inspection phases of the Alico Road 4-lane widening project. Project supports acceleration of development activities and job creation in the area. Total project cost is $17.75M of which $2.4M has been expended for study, design and right-of-way activities.
2. Importance: Planned developments within area will create 7.6M square feet of industrial, office, and retail space, and 560 new hotel rooms. This includes the Florida Gulf Coast University Innovation Hub (I-HUB) located at the east end of the road widening project, 1.2M square feet of research facilities geared towards renewable energy, wetlands research, bio- terrorism, and bio-technology. The first building within the I-HUB, known as the FGCU Emergent Technologies Institute recently opened. The county has secured the needed right-of-way on the south side of the corridor through private donation and is currently in negotiations to secure needed right-of-way on the north side in exchange for road impact fee credits.
3. Other: Anticipate creation of 25,000 jobs and an economic impact of more than $1B with the area development.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 23 Blind Pass Road Redesign, Pinellas Brandes, Jack - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to City of St. Petersburg Beach to support City of St. Pete Beach Latvala, Peters the reconstruction of Blind Pass Road from its intersection with Gulf Boulevard (State Road 699), north to 75th Ave (also State Road 699). This includes surface and subsurface reconstruction along with infrastructure upgrades to storm water and other utilities as needed to support current transient lodging development. The total project cost is $3.5M, The city has committed $2.5M to the project.
2. Importance: The road is the singular north-south transit route for St. Pete Beach. The section of Blind Pass Road proposed for reconstruction provides the only bypass alternative for an approximate 1.2 mile section of Gulf Blvd., connecting directly to Gulf Blvd. (SR 699) at both the north and south. The project will help minimize the frequent flooding on Gulf Blvd. and Blind Pass Road, create needed bicycle lanes and sidewalks to improve safety.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 24 Broadway Corridor Palm Beach Clemens, Powell - 450,000 450,000 - 1. Description: Provides $450K to City of West Palm Beach for the Revitalization planning and design of the roadway improvements including lane eliminations and on street parking from 25th street to 40th street. Total project cost is $3.1M. $689k in local funding provided for Phase I of the project. For this phase the city is seeking local Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) funding to help support this project.
2. Importance: To spur the redevelopment of Broadway, the CRA has acquired several parcels for private mixed-use development. The request for funding this year is to build upon the achievements of the city's economic development initiative. In order to insure the success of these redevelopment efforts, the city and the CRA are looking at redesigning the Broadway Corridor. The road planning and redesign of the roadway is to encourage redevelopment and economic development through improved walkability for pedestrians and roadway safety.
3. Other: Phase I-$400k in FY 2014/15; Vetoed-FY2015/16
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 25 Citrus Grove Road - 27 to Lake, Sumter Hays, Metz - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.5M for construction of Phase 1 and 2 of the Turnpike Citrus Road Widening project. Total cost is estimated at $50m. Costs share proposed as follows: $15M-DOT; $10M-Lake County, $25M - City of Minneola.
2. Importance: Due to the development of The Villages, a local retirement community, surrounding areas have experienced much traffic growth. This has led to the widening of Citrus Grove Road from 2 to 4 lanes to increase capacity and provide access to Turnpike from US 27. Through a local agreement, the developer has donated land and stormwater ponds; also constructing a portion of Phase 2 of the project through their property in exchange for Impact Fee Credits.
3. Other: Received $500k in FY 2014-15 for design and $1m in 2015-16 for right a way. Currently in the Work Program in FY 2016-2017 for right-of- way for Phase II. ROI - anticipate 74k direct and indirect jobs and a $1B economic impact for area based on the development adjacent to the interchange.Responded to ROI letter, no reports, under construction.
TED DOT 1906 26 City of Cape Coral Sidewa k Lee Eagle - 450,000 450,000 - 1. Description: Provides $450K to the City of Cape Coral for the Safety Project construction of concrete sidewa ks, to include regrading of adjacent swale, along Trafalgar Parkway from west of Chiquita Boulevard to Surfside Boulevard and on SW 20th Ave./Nott Road, from Trafalgar Parkway to SW 10th Terrace. The roads are within a 2-mile radius of area elementary and middle schools. The total project cost is $900k, which the city has committed $450k.
2. Importance: This is a safety project intended to retrofit major roadways adjacent to elementary and middle schools where there are hazardous walking conditions.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 27 City of Mount Dora - U.S. Lake Hays - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to the City of Mt. Dora for the relocation of 441 Utility Relocation city utilities in anticipation of the Wekiva Parkway expansion into Lake County. The city is responsible for the estimated $4.3M for utility relocations, and the DOT will pay $1.6M to relocate the existing driveway serving the James P. Snell Wastewater Plant in the right -of-way.
2. Importance: Provides necessary infrastructure in advance of the coming Wekiva Parkway expansion. The DOT plans to join the SR-429 toll road (which currently ends in Zellwood) to SR-419 (which currently stops at I-4 near Sanford) at an exit into Mount Dora, just east of where Round Lake Road and 47 intersect. The city currently has plans for the Wolf Creek Innovation District there at the new interchange, a Wekiva Parkway exit. This consists of a 1,300-acre planned mixed-use, employment-based economic district comprised of office, retail, industrial, high tech and institutional sties, as well as a network of trails, outdoor spaces and natural features.
Other:
TED DOT 1906 28 City of Sunny Isles Beach's Miami-Dade Diaz de la Portilla, - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $500K to the City of Sunny Isles for constructing a North Bay Road Margolis pedestrian and non-motorized vehicle access for emergency vehicles to Emergency/ Pedestrian use as an alternate access route on and off of Collins Avenue (State Road Bridge A1A). When not being used for emergencies, will provide non-vehicle access route for residents and guests nearby. Total project cost is $9M. City paid for project design and is seeking funding for construction.
2. Importance: Project is a safety improvement and allows timely response to emergency situations on and off of A1A and enhances the promotion of the area as a viable place to live and/or visit.
3. Other: Vetoed -$1M in 2015; Creates 20 construction-related jobs
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 29 City of Umatilla Roadway Lake Hays, Hukill, - 1,050,000 1,050,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.05M to the city of Umatilla for improvement of Rehabilitation and Paving Sullivan substandard roadways throughout the city. Funds will be used for design, retention, permitting and construction. Total project cost is $1.05M, of which the city has budgeted $50k.
2. Importance: The City is currently redeveloping its downtown corridor, rezoning land to light industrial along our rail lines along SR19, and upgrading our utility infrastructure. Having adequate roads for transportation is key to economic development. Many are unpaved dirt roads that are substandard in both access and drainage. The substandard roads add to erosion and runoff into surface water bodies
3. Other: Creates 20 construction-related jobs; potential to create 100 jobs.
TED DOT 1906 30 Education Corridor - MLK Broward Clarke-Reed - 50,000 50,000 - 1. Description: Provides $50k to the City of Pompano Beach to support Boulevard Streetscape MLK Boulevard improvements along the Education Corridor as part of the Improvements (Phase III) city's downtown revitalization efforts. Funds support Phase III of constructed streetscape improvements to include sidewalks, medians, landscaping, lighting, drainage, water and sewer, and public transportation facilities along MLK Boulevard. Total project cost is $10.5M, The City has committed $7.4M and secured $943k in federal funding.
2. Importance: This project was launched in 2005 in partnership with the cities of Coral Springs, Margate, Coconut Creek, and Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). Phase I - Dixie Highway to I- 95 is complete and Phase II - Powerline Road to the Florida Turnpike is currently underway. Phase III of the project goes from I-95 to Powerline Road, completing the circuit. Upon completion, the road improvements will improve traffic conditions for the estimated 63k students that move among the various secondary and postsecondary schools in the area. Anticipate enrollment of an additional 1100 students per year.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 31 Glades Area Street Palm Beach Abruzzo, Jack - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for the resurfacing and repair of various Resurfacing & Latvala streets in the cities of Belle Glade, South Bay, Pahokee. Reconstruction 2. Importance: The roads are located in economically challenged areas. It is believed that these repairs are critical to the ability to attract business developers to the area.
3. Other: Current year funding is $1m. Received $1m annually since 2014. When first introduced, it was suggested that the total funding needed to complete the critical projects in this area totaled more than $40 million.
TED DOT 1906 32 Miami Beach Intelligent Miami-Dade Margolis, Nunez, - 750,000 750,000 - 1. Description: Provides $750k to the City of Miami Beach for Intelligent Transportation System Richardson Transportation System and Smart Parking System Enhancement. Includes (ITS) and Smart Parking the purchase and installation of various technology including CCTV System (SPS) cameras, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Devices, Digital Message Signs, Adaptive Traffic Signal Control, Traffic Management and Program Management Services to reduce traffic congestion in the City of Miami Beach. Total project cost is $16.3M. Local funding of $4.56M seeking $10M in federal funding and $1.75M in state funding.
2. Importance: The City of Miami Beach is a urban barrier island with only four connections to main land. The city's causeway and arterials frequently operate at failing levels of service. The city estimates that more than 15% of its population may not return due to the traffic congestion, equating to a loss of approximately $37m.
3. Other: ROI: Economic impact $10M in first year, $72M by 2035
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 33 NE 163rd Street/NE 35th Miami-Dade Artiles, Diaz de la - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to the City of North Miami Beach to support Avenue Intersection Portilla traffic improvements to the Intersection of NE 163rd Street/NE 35th Improvements-North Miami Avenue. This includes planning, design and engineering (PD&E) study, Beach and construction. Total cost is estimated at $7.9M. Funds will be used for PD&E study.
2. Importance: Development is currently constrained by traffic congestion and lack of adequate capacity for ingress and egress. It is estimated that up to 2,000 new apartment units and up to 2.2 million square feet of new nonresidential development, and the jobs and economic development that will accompany them, would be facilitated by improving traffic circulation and access at this key location. Improving traffic and reducing congestion will benefit business/private development. Estimated that 50k people live within one mile of the project site.
3. Other: Potential creation of more than 5k jobs throughout area.
TED DOT 1906 34 Oldsmar - Douglas Hillsborough, Jack Latvala - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.5M to the City of Oldsmar to reconstruct Road/Burbank Road Pinellas Douglas Road from Commerce Boulevard to Race Track Road, including Improvements drainage improvements, addition of turn lanes, sidewa ks and enhanced landscaping and construct Burbank Road from Douglas Road to the south of the CSX railroad crossing, including a crossing signal and culvert installation. Total project cost is $4.8M. City to provide $2.2m funding for the Douglas road widening; seeking state funding for the remainder of the project.
2. Importance: Completion of the project will enhance access to Pinellas County's third largest industrial park, and provides an additional ingress and egress point to Tampa Road. This will greatly alleviate some current traffic issues positively impact the Economic Development options for business, employment and the City.
3. Other: creates up to 100 construction-related jobs; potential to create up to 200 permanent jobs after completion. Work Program: FY 16/17 - Design; FY 18/19 - construction
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 35 Santa Rosa County I-10 Santa Rosa Broxson, Evers - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to Santa Rosa County for the development Industrial Park of infrastructure designed to attract new companies to the county. Total project cost is $8.4M with the difference to be provided through local funding. Funds are to be used for phase I infrastructure of the park, including roadways, water and sewer lines and stormwater improvements and for marketing/promotional materials.
2. Importance: Northwest Florida Industrial Park is located directly off I-10 and offers shovel-ready sites (up to 200 acres). As a Gulf Power Certified Site with industrial zoning, the location is unique as it offers businesses an opportunity to reach Houston and Nashville just as quickly as Miami as well as proximity to the new Airbus facility in Mobile, AL. Target industries include aviation and defense, logistics and transportation companies. With the county's first industrial park nearing capacity, the park @ I-10 is the next target for industrial and job growth in Santa Rosa.
3. Other: ROI: Potential to create 417 jobs, annual impact of $40.2M
TED DOT 1906 36 US 1 "Complete Streets", Martin, Palm Magar, Negron - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides $300K to Village of Tequesta to complete street Village of Tequesta Beach reconstruction of the northern segment of US1 in Tequesta/Jupiter. The project will complete a connection to the East Coast Greenway and Jonathan Dickinson State Park. which houses and is designed to improve access to the park, enhance internal mobility and access to the Village's commercial core, and increase bike/pedestrian safety. Total cost of the project is $1.3M. $300k represents current funding gap.
2. Importance: The park contains the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding National Area, a naturally recognized landmark. The proposed improvements include traffic calming with curb extensions, buffered bicycle lanes, textured asphalt crosswalks, native landscaping, and pedestrian- scale lighting.
3. Other: Vetoed -2015. Work Program - Programmed $1M for FY 2017/18, $300k-Design work in FY 2014/15.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 37 US Highway 19 Multi-Modal Pasco Jack Latvala, - 750,000 750,000 - 1. Description: Provides $750K to the City of New Port Richey to support Trail Overpass Murphy, Simpson Right of Way acquisition and construction of a pedestrian and bicycle elevated crossover at the intersection of Marine Parkway and US. Highway 19. The total project cost is $3.75M, of which $3M is being provided by the city.
2. Importance: The City of New Port Richey has identified both a public safety need and an economic development need to improve safety along U.S. Highway 19. In recent study, Pasco County was listed as in the top eleven counties in the State for fatalities and injuries on both pedestrian and bicycle related incidents. Incidents in this area are a major contributor to these findings. The project will result in safe and well located passage across the highway to residents and those seeking to use public transportation or purchase food and merchandise. Additionally, the connection of the pathway across U.S. Highway 19 will tie the city's trail system into the Pinellas Trail, which is part of the Coast to Coast Connector, providing cyclists an alternative route.
3. Other: ROI: 10 to 1 ; Creates 25 jobs
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 38 Walton County Intermodal Walton Drake, Jack - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $500K to Walton County to support continued Transportation Innovation Latvala development of the 30A Mobility Project,' for intermodal, sustainable and Program advanced transportation solutions that will contribute to reduced traffic and parking congestion along CR.30A. Total project costs up to $750k. Funds will be used to conduct preliminary scope, design and engineering studies.
2. Importance: South Walton County is faced with traffic and parking problems that threaten the economic future of this highly prized resort destination. The county is seeking to address the issue with innovative, on- demand and autonomous vehicle technology. Project anticipated to enhance quality of life, environmental and economic growth of the area through the creation of a 'living lab' to support the research and development of zero emission vehicles technology and related charging infrastructure, automated and on-demand transportation models, smart transportation communication infrastructure as well as automated parking solutions. Project to be managed by the International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) at Clemson University.
3. Other: DEO-$25k, potential $120k BP settlement grant
TED DOT 1906 39 Widening Old Dixie Nassau Adkins, Bean - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.5M to Nassau County to widen Old Dixie Highway - Nassau County Highway to a standard 12 foot lane cross section between Bypass Road and Henry Smith Road. Total budget is $6.5M.
2. Importance:
3. Other: Vetoed - $1.5m-2015; Work Program: $1.8M(SCRAP) - FY 2015/16 TED DOT 1906 40 Muscogee Road Freight Clay, Escambia Evers - 1,674,000 1,674,000 - 1. Description: Provides for the paving and development of corridor in Corridor Improvements - support of Project FOIL. Escambia
2. Importance: more information forthcoming
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 41 Marine Navigability Jack Latvala - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.5M to the Jupiter Inlet District to support the Improvements-Loxahatchee creation of a second navigable channel under a section of the bridge over River the Loxahatchee River at the Jupiter Inlet to be reconstructed with increased vertical clearance for boat traffic. The total cost of the project is $5million. A local/federal match of $3.5 has been committed.
2. Importance: The project is needed in anticipation of All Aboard Florida's proposal to add 32 trains per day to the bridge which will likely increase navigational obstruction. The district is looking to improve vessel passage under the bridge so that 85% of the traffic can base under the bridge even when the bascule is down for a passing train. Project includes dredging, mooring fields, navigational aids, fenders and other improvements along the current waterway infrastructure.
3. Other:
TED DOT 1906 42 I-95 Stirling Road Broward Jack Latvala - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to the City of Dania Beach to support Improvements - Dania transportation infrastructure needed for a residential/commercial Beach development off of Stirling Road. This includes widening the road which has an estimated cost of $12M.
2.. Importance: The city of Dania Beach has partnered with Kimco Realty to develop 102-acre to be known as Dania Point (formerly Dania Live). The project includes 1M square feet of retail space, 1k residential units, 500k square feet of office space, and 300 hotel rooms. The project is adjacent to I-95 and is also in close proximity to the airport and a cruise point. Access to the area will be critical to the success of the development.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1906 43 Davis Road Extension from Hillsborough Raulerson - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M to the City of Temple Terrace for the Harney Road to Malslin construction of approximately 2,100 lineal feet of two-lane roadway and Drive - Temple Terrace mast arm traffic signalization from the intersection of Harney and Davis Roads south to Maislin Dr. in Hillsborough County. Total project cost is $7.8M; city has committed $3.5M.
2. Importance: The goal of the project is to improve the response times for fire rescue and law enforcement in the southeast corner of the City of Temple Terrace, an industrial park and state government complex area currently having access only from U.S. Highway 301. Upon completion the city estimates that response times will reduced by 2 minutes 20 seconds. The project will also include dedicated bike lanes and sidewalks, consistent with city's multi-modal transportation concurrency efforts and designation as a multi-modal jurisdiction.
3. Other:
TED DOT 1906 44 Franklin Street Trail - Orange Bradley - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $500k to the City of Ocoee to support Ocoee development of proposed trail in the city of Ocoee along more than one mile of DOT right-of-way. Funds support the trail development which will include sidewa k construction including linear swales and drainage improvements, miscellaneous signage, and amenities as possible.
2. Importance: The trail will provide a direct connection to the historical downtowns of the City of Ocoee and the City of Winter Garden as well as provide direct access to Starke Lake a Florida Game and Fish Commission "Fab Five" Lake; provide access to City of Winter Garden "Splash Park." The trail will support city's efforts to boost growth of downtown, SR 429 corridor; and business along the Franklin Street Corridor.
3. Other:
TED DOT 1906 45 Proviso - Ludlam 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 2,000,000 1. Description: The nonrecurring general revenue funds in Specific Redevelopment Project Appropriation 1906 shall be used for the Ludlam Redevelopment Project. This proviso refers to the general revenue appropriation of $2M in SA 1906.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOT 1907 1 Fog Monitoring {Statewide} Perry - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - Description: Provides $1.5M to Florida Polytech University to continue the Real Time Monitoring and Prediction of Reduced Visibility Events on Florida's Highways project. The project is on-going and past work has been done through contract with the University of Central Florida following the massive crash in Paynes Prairie corridor in 2002. This moves the project to FPU who will continue to subcontract with Prasoft for the continued testing of the software.
2. Importance: In collaboration with the University of Central Florida and sub-contractee, Prasoft, the DOT has validated that an array of low-cost meteorological sensors combined with site-adaptable software algorithms, GIS data, extensive weather modeling, and atmospheric conditions can detect, and predict the onset of fog. The 18M residents and 84M travelers benefit from the software which improves the ability to save lives during fog and other low-vis bility events.
3. Other: Fog monitoring funding has been provided since ; $4M of which $2M directed toward future development in first year, $1M each year subsequently.
TED DOT 1907 2 Center for Urban Hillsborough Dudley - 225,000 225,000 - 1. Description: Provides $225k to the Center for Urban Transportation Transportation Research - Research at USF to conduct an independent study on alternative vehicle (CUTR) infrastructure in Florida. Total cost of the project is $225k.
2. Importance: Electric Vehicles and Alternative vehicles are currently part of various strategies to improve environment conditions, promote energy security, boost economy and create jobs. The study will prove an evaluation of Florida's infrastructure needs to support these emerging technologies and their impact on state gas tax revenues. It is anticipated that by 2030 there will be between 695k and 1.4M electric vehicles in Florida, creating a net economic gain between $17.3M and $3.26B.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments BMP ADM 1960 A Lump Sum - Human {Statewide} {unknown} (1,261,812) (1,108,679) (2,370,491) - 1. Description: DMS recently reprocured PeopleFirst, the state's human Resources Assessment resource system, at a reduced cost. The savings included in this line will Reduction be distributed to agency users. 2. Importance: Reduces the amount charged to agencies to support human resource services.
3. Other: Although the contract savings was $3.2 million, less may be reduced in order to leave a balance in the trust fund. BMP ADM 1961 A Lump Sum - Agency For {Statewide} {unknown} - 2,587,587 2,587,587 - 1. Description: Budget is for transfer to AST to support new IT projects State Technology (Ast) - funded in various agencies. Agency Information Technology Services 2. Importance: Necessary for AST to support new IT projects.
3. Other: In Governor's Recs, $6.7 million was provided directly to AST.
BMP ADM 1961 B 1 Distribution to Agencies' {Statewide} {unknown} 670,325 418,691 1,089,016 - 1. Description: The Agency for State Technology (AST) provides data State Data Center-Agency center services to state agencies. The AST is required to collect sufficient for State Technology Data revenue from state agencies to support its operations. Each fiscal year, Processing Categories agency budgets are adjusted to balance to the AST operational needs as well as the agencies' costs to receive services from the AST.
2. Importance: Necessary in order to provide sufficient revenues to AST to support its anticipated expenditures.
3. Other: Governor's Recs included $341k.
BMP ADM 1961 B 2 Information Security {Statewide} {unknown} 50,288 - 50,288 50,288 1. Description: Provides funds for the Agency for State Technology (AST) Training to obtain information security training for the information security managers and their staff of DOAH, DEM, DACS, FDLE, DLA, OEL, FCOR, and GAL.
2. Importance: Chapter 282, FS, requires AST to provide training for agency information security managers.
3. Other: AST's LBR, Governor's Recs and the GAA included $220k to train all agency information security managers that are customers of the State Data Center (SDC). This additional amount provides for agencies not at the SDC.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments BMP ADM 1961 B 3 Information Security Risk {Statewide} {unknown} 4,066,672 - 4,066,672 4,066,672 1. Description: Provides funds for the 16 listed state agencies to procure Assessments an information security risk assessment. The Agency for State Technology (AST) is directed to define the specific risk assessment methodology and procurement approach. Proviso specifies that each assessment shall not exceed $265,167.
2. Importance: Currently agency information security risk assessments are performed by agency IT staff. Acquiring a third party to perform risk assessment provides agencies another expert opinion from individuals in the industry. The 2016-17 appropriation is intended to assess approximately half the state agencies with funds provided in 2017-18 for the remaining state agencies.
3. Other: Not included the AST's LBR or Governor's Recs.
BMP ADM 1961 C Lump Sum - Strengthening {Statewide} {unknown} - 30,764,189 30,764,189 - 1. Description: Provides for the allocation of federal trust fund authority to Domestic Security support domestic security grants provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Grants are prioritized by the Domestic Security Oversight Council (DSOC), which is chaired by the FDLE Commissioner and co-chaired by the DEM Director.
2. Importance: Provides budget authority to support specific ongoing domestic security grants in DACS, DOE, DFS, DOH, FDLE, DEM, FWC, and Urban Areas Security Initiative (USAI). Once the final grant award is known, the DSOC will make final allocations.
3. Other: Appropriation is not typically included in Governor's Recs due to timing.
BMP ADM 1962 A 1 State Employee Health {Statewide} {unknown} 55,483,990 39,600,000 95,083,990 - 1. Description: Provides for the distribution of funds to state agencies Insurance necessary to support the state paid premium increases outlined in the back of the bill. The premium increases would become effective for the coverage period beginning January 1, 2017. Premiums appear to be increasing by between approximately 7-9%, depending upon the coverage.
2. Importance: According to legislative staff, this issue is to offset funding deficits that are projected to occur in the State Group Health Insurance Trust Fund beginning in Fiscal Year 2018-19. The projected deficit for Fiscal Year 2018-19 is $636 million, and this projected deficit grows to $1.3 billion by Fiscal Year 2020-21. For Fiscal Year 2016-17, a cash surplus of $379 million is projected for the fund.
3. Other: Governor's Recs included the elimination of the "pay all" status. It was not included in the GAA.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments BMP ADM 1962 A 2 FRS Contr bution {Statewide} {unknown} 4,077,427 5,837,343 9,914,770 - 1. Description: Provides for the distribution of funds to state agencies to Adjustment implement FRS contribution rate changes as contained in HB 5005 (conforming bill). Includes rates as recommended by independent actuary plus an additional increase in the employer assessment for administrative and educational expenses.
2. Importance: This fully funds the recommended contributions to the UAL.
3. Other: Governor's Recs included the implementation of contribution rates as recommended by the independent actuary.
BMP ADM 1965 A Special Categories - {Statewide} Corcoran 4,600,000 - 4,600,000 2,800,000 1. Description: Provides $1.8 million (recurring) for transfer to EOG for the Contracted Services acquisition of a statewide travel management system. $2.8 million in nonrecurring GR is provided for transfer to executive and judicial branch agencies for implementation of the system. The EOG and Legislature shall be provided access to the system for the purpose of generating reports on all travel completed.
2. Importance: According to legislative staff, implementation of a standard travel system will allow for transparency of agency travel. It would also standardize the mechanism for travel approval. The purpose is to deter unnecessary travel.
3. Other: Not requested in LBR or included in Governor's Recs.
GGU DBP 1967 ~1 Travel Quarterly Reports {Statewide} - - - - 1. Description: Policy proviso was added to specify that the department required of all General must submit quarterly reports on all travel related to training, seminars, Government Agencies workshops, conferences, or similarly purposed travel that was completed by senior management employees and division or program directors. Each quarterly report shall include the employee name, position title, purpose of travel, dates and location of travel, confirmation of agency head authorization if required, and travel cost. The first report shall be submitted on July 15, 2016, for the period of April 1, 2016 though June 30, 2016, and quarterly thereafter.
2. Importance: The quarterly report must be submitted to the chair of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, the chair of the House of Representatives Appropriation Committee, and the Executive Office of the Governor's Office of Policy and Budget.
3. Other: The policy proviso was included in GGU agencies - DBPR, DFS, OIR, OFR, Lottery, DMS, PERC, DOAH, HR, DOR, AST, as well as PSC.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments GGU DBP 2013 2 Combat Unlicensed Activity {Statewide} - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: The Unlicensed Activity Program (UAP) was created to - Certified Public protect consumers from the effects of unlicensed professionals who are Accountants illegally practicing in the marketplace. Proviso language directs $100,000 be used to implement an unlicensed activity campaign related to Certified Public Accountants. In the FY 2015-16 GAA, the same proviso (which includes advertising and media) was vetoed because the specific media campaigns directed would be more appropriately addressed by a private association.
2. Importance: Unlicensed activity occurs when an individual is compensated for work that requires a state license and the individual does not hold the required license.
3. Other: $2.1 million was included in the Governor's Recs for the entire UAP; however, no proviso was included specifically for CPAs. The agency did not request the additional funding for CPAs.
GGU DBP 2013 3 Combat Unlicensed Activity {Statewide} - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: The Unlicensed Activity Program was created to protect - Construction Activity consumers from the effects of unlicensed professionals who are illegally practicing in the marketplace. Proviso language directs $250,000 to enhance department activities , which include stings and sweeps, relating to unlicensed construction activity in Florida. This fund will not be used for media production.
2. Importance: Unlicensed activity occurs when an individual is compensated for work that requires a state license and the individual does not hold the required license.
3. Other: $2.1 million was included in the Governor's Recs for the entire UAP; however, no proviso was included specifically for unlicensed construction activity.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments GGU DBP 2069 Special Categories - {Statewide} Manny Diaz, Jr. - 1,250,000 1,250,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for the statutorily-required contract for the Compulsive And Addictive prevention of compulsive and addictive gambling. Per the Compulsive Gambling Prevention Gambling Survey, 85% stated their gambling habits had decreased since Contract calling the HelpLine and following through with service referrals. The amount funded is an increase of $320,000 nonrecurring.
2. Importance: The department is required by section 551.118 (2), Florida Statutes, to contract for services that include an advertising program to encourage respons ble gaming practices and to publicize a gambling telephone help-line.
3. Other: The Governor's Recs included proviso language which places the funds in reserve contingent upon the submission of a report recommending performance measures and detailing the effectiveness of FY 2015-16 efforts in reducing problem gambling. The $930,000 (base budget) was included in DBPRs LBR and Governor's Recs. Specifically, the 8 casinos pay $250,000 annually totaling $2 million to fund compulsive gambling.
GGU DBP 2080 1 Special Categories - {Statewide} - 192,000 192,000 - 1. Description: Provides $192,000 nonrecurring funding to add 12 vehicles Acquisition Of Motor to the Div. of Hotels and Restaurant's fleet so inspectors can perform food Vehicles and lodging inspections.
2. Importance: There are 57 inspectors driving their own vehicle. Per ch. 287.16(10), F.S., "break-even" mileages are used to identify employees driving personal vehicles on business and determine if it would be more cost effective to provide state vehicles. 12 vehicles meet the criteria because they average over 7,281 miles per year and the reimbursement costs average $41,547 per year. $23,547 would be saved by purchasing new vehicles to reduce costs.
3. Other: Increase not included in LBR for FY 16-17. However, in FY 2015- 16, the agency received $201,222 for 14 vehicles as requested in their LBR for a similar cost savings reason.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments GGU DBP 2080 A Special Categories - {Statewide} Hays, Nunez - 2,500,000 2,500,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding to transfer to Visit Florida to contract with Transfer To Visit Florida the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) to develop a coordinated marketing, media and events program to promote Florida tourism by residents of the state.
2. Importance: The FRLA will promote the restaurant and lodging industry through a series of various events throughout the state.
3. Other: $2 million was appropriated in FY 2015-16 and $500,000 in FY 2014-15.
ROI: FY 15-16: $2,000,000 n/r Hotel and Restaurant Trust Fund. Responded to the ROI letter -- The tourism marketing project is expected to return at least $5.25 million in value to state taxpayers. The 2nd quarter report stated that half of the ROI match is met. The increase in hotel and restaurant revenue in turn increases Florida sales tax receipts.
ROI: FY 2014-15: $500,000 n/r Hotel and Restaurant Trust Fund. Responded to the ROI letter - Of the $500,000 appropriated, there was an ROI of $4.2 million.
ENV CIT 2129 Special Categories - 650,000 5,920,494 6,570,494 650,000 1. Description: Provides $650K nonrecurring general revenue to support Contracted Services the in-state breeding of new citrus varieties to expand the variety of citrus products offered to consumers and to develop disease-resistant varieties. These funds will be passed-through to the New Varieties Development Corporation (NVDMC). NVDMC was established by the citrus industry to support this effort.
2. Importance: Due to declining citrus production as a result of citrus greening, new varieties of citrus which meet consumer demands and industry concerns related to disease resistance are needed.
3. Other: No Proviso for special projects
FY 16-17 LBR: $650K nonrecurring GR
Not in Govs Recs
Vetoed in FY 15-16.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV CIT 2146 Special Categories - Paid 7,000,000 27,645,526 34,645,526 2,000,000 1. Description: Provides $7M in general revenue for the "Florida Forward" Advertising And Promotion consumer communication program, Florida Citrus Nutrition Influencer Outreach, and "Share the Sunshine" Florida Fresh Fruit Promotion Program.
2. Importance: The citrus industry and the Department of Citrus (FDOC) have been looking for ways to promote citrus products, other than the price. The industry and FDOC are prioritizing the promotion of the health benefits of citrus products and produce.
3. Other: No Proviso for special projects
FY 16-17 LBR: $5M nonrecurring GR
Not in Govs Recs
TED DEO 2177 A 1 Advanced Manufacturing Pinellas Chris Latvala, - 2,000,000 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $2M from SEED Trust Fund on the implementation Skill Development Program Peters of the Advanced Manufacturing Skill Development Program. Program consists of classroom and/or employer-based training that will result in a minimum of one industry-recognized certification.
2. Importance: This initiative creates a talent pipeline of qualified, entry- level candidates for local manufacturing employers. Average salary for a manufacturer in the Tampa Bay Region is over $76K per year; the average annual salary in Pinellas County is $47K. The total ROI for this program exceeds $30M as for every $1 dollar spend on training yields a return of $57.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $250K NR. Provided initial ROI response.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2177 A 2 Florida Goodwill {Statewide} Jose Diaz, - 1,100,000 1,100,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.1M TF for job training organizations who qualify Association Margolis under Chapter 288.1097, F.S. Member organizations of the FL Goodwill Association determine projects to be partially funded by the appropriation that advance the mission of providing employment and job skills training to those persons with disabilities. Total amount requested $1.5M to be matched at a minimum of 4:1 to create a $7.5M program.
2. Importance: Mission is to help Floridians overcome barriers to employment and become self-sufficient. FY 14-15 approp. created 209 jobs.
3. Other: CY Gov Rec. FY 2015-16: $600K; FY 2014-15: $750K ( ROI showed FY 14-15 funds assisting in creating 209 jobs). FY 2013-14: $750K; FY 2012-13: $500K; FY 2011-12: $500K.
This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year.
TED DEO 2177 A 3 Manufacturing Talent Asset Brevard Altman, Goodson - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides $300K NR TF for Manufacturing Talent Asset Pipeline Pipeline: A Manufacturing Driven Program Focusing on Hiring Needs, Skill Needs, and Desired Certifications (TAP) - A 5 year pilot program. Designed to create strong manufacturing workforce by providing standardized training and generating awareness of the high-wage career paths available within manufacturing. Funds will be used for program fees, staff, image and attraction campaign and supplies. Local Match $135K.
2: Importance: The ROI - 75% enrollees complete TAP Certified Production Technician (CPT) credentialing program; 75% graduates placed/promoted/pay-raised. This base of ready talent will fill current voids in the manufacturing talent pipeline and create a magnet for new job creation in Florida.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2177 A 4 Elements Green Business Broward, Miami-Braynon, Stafford - 200,000 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides $200K NR TF for EcoTech's S. FL based incubator Incubator Program - Miami Dade, Palm program for local green manufacturing businesses. Funds will be used to Gardens Beach expand programs and initiatives in Miami's Green Corridor, the City of Miami Gardens, Liberty City, Opa Locka, and West Little River.
2. Importance: The EcoTech Job Training Program and the 23 businesses operating within its S. FL based incubator are focused on creating environmentally friendly (market ready) products and green jobs. EcoTech projects 800 new FL jobs and 17 new small businesses in the green/sustainability and tech sector.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2177 A 5 PARC - Project SEARCH Pinellas Brandes - 171,000 171,000 - 1. Description: Provides $171,000 NR TF for a school-to-work internship Initiative program for students ages 18-22 with disabilities. Funds will be used to continue the current Project SEARCH initiative including 2 FTE ($53K); and start a second Project SEARCH site ($50K for new teacher and $15K for licensing and curriculum).
2. Importance: 24 students with significant cognitive disabilities will be served by program. To date, 8 graduates from FY 14/15 funding have earned $34,500 in 8 months.
3. Other: FY 2014-15 $100K.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2177 A 6 National Cyber Partnership Brevard, Tom Lee, Young - 450,000 450,000 - 1. Description: Provides $450K NR TF for the National Cyber Partnership. Broward, Funds will be spent on scaling the existing, successful Cyber Foundations Escambia, pilot program taught primarily to veterans and transitioning military in Hillsborough, collaboration with one educational institution. Objective is to expand Lee, Leon, program to serve up to 120 students in collaboration with as many as 5 Pasco, Pinellas additional educational institutions around the State.
2. Importance: There are over 50,000 unfilled cyber jobs in Florida waiting for qualified, competency-trained cyber employees, a demand projected to grow exponentially. The scaled cyber training program funded by this appropriation points the way to satisfying this demand, establishing Florida as "the cyber state" and creating a model for the rest of the country. Provides for veterans transition into cyber field.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 $450K for training program expansion; VETOED.
FY 2014-15 $750K for initial development and proof of concept.
TED DEO 2177 A 7 National Organization of - 25,000 25,000 - 1. Description: Provides $50K NR SEED TF funds for National Black Elected Legislative Organization of Black Elected Legislative Women (NOBEL/Women) - Women - National National Convention. Convention 2. Importance: NOBEL/Women works to ensure the enforcement of respons ble programs and policies that meet the legal, social, political, economic, education and health needs of children, women and families by keeping governmental agencies accountable for implementing equitable laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination against women and promote equity and participation I the public and private sector.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2177 A 8 Big Brothers Big Sisters Jimmie Smith - 200,000 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides $200K NR TF for the School to Work mentoring School to Work Program program to help children reach their potential through professionally supported one-to-one relationships. Funds will be used to expand and strengthen the School to Work workforce development program through collaborative and innovative initiatives between Big Brothers Big Sisters Association of Florida, its member agencies, and key regional corporate partners. Funding will support direct program costs for support and delivery of services to youth enrolled in the one-to-one mentor program.
2. Importance: Estimate 333 youth to complete the recruitment and assessment process, as well as, have a match with a mentor to receive one-tone mentoring through the School to Work Program. During the year an additional 187 youth and volunteer mentors will be recruited and assessed for program services and by the end of the fiscal year, these youth will replace the youth who graduated from the program.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $250K NR, VETOED.
Priority of Rep. Jimmie Smith.
TED DEO 2177 A 9 Home Builders Institute - Duval, Orange Santiago - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $500K NR TF to help train and place in Building Careers for employment an increasing number of veterans, military personnel and Veterans transitioning veteran offenders annually, helping them achieve economic self-sufficiency and offering them opportunities for lifelong learning and improved earning potential.
2. Importance: HBI works with the participants by successfully connecting, assessing, training, certifying and placing them in high-growth, high demand careers. The funding leverages training capabilities, raises capacity and improves job performance, while reducing labor costs, error rates and project completion time. Approx. 120 veterans, military personnel, and transitioning veteran offenders will be connected, assessed and receive industry-recognized skills training through HBI's programs.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $500K. Provided quarterly ROI reports. From July - Dec. 2015, assisted 75 veterans in skills training.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2177 A 10 Florida Port Training {Statewide} Jose Rodriguez, - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $500K of NR TF to facilitate, enhance, and Program Torres, Jr. develop a statewide training program and materials for Florida port workers. The program would also be offered to both national and international port workers for certification programs as required by port users. The program would further enhance Florida's strategic position as a gateway to increase trade and commerce.
2. Importance: By enhancing and providing uniform training, the results will be increased production and safety for Florida ports and their trading partners. This is critical because in order to keep pace with the expansion of the Panama Canal and Caribbean area countries, it is important that our trading partners and ports receive adequate training to be able to create a seamless, safe, and secure system. By offering such training both nationally and internationally we would generate additional tourism dollars into all parts of the state.
3. Other: This is not a multi-year project.
TED DEO 2177 A 11 Louise Graham Pinellas Brandes, Rouson - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250,000 NR TF to purchase and install new, Regeneration Center- larger capacity shredder, baler and related equipment and supplies, Pinellas County training, shipping, etc. Provides disabilities, disabled veterans and able- bodied individuals skills training and pre-vocational training through working with Secure Shred company. Total project budget $307,156. Local funding will pay remaining $28K balance.
2. Importance: Will create 12 jobs for persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and able-bodied individuals. Will pay a minimum of $10.10 per hour and train disabled employees in job skills to enable them to enter competitive employment. Will begin generating a minimum of $50K annually after second year.
3. Other: FY 2014-15 $122,500 TF. FY 15-16 $250K GR, VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2177 A 12 JARC Transition Pre- Palm Beach Abruzzo, Hager - 180,000 180,000 - 1. Description: Provides $180,000 NR TF for Pre-Employment Training Employment Training Program for Persons with Disabilities. Funds will be used for supplies, Program insurance, marketing, background screening and participant and employee salaries.
2. Importance: The goal of the program is to create jobs for adults with intellectual disabilities and Autism by providing employers with a hands on view and education of their abilities. Ultimately, the persons hired will become financially independent and will no longer need state subsides such as Medicaid and Food Stamps.
3. Other: Priority of Rep. Hager.
TED DEO 2177 A 13 United Way of Florida - {Statewide} Gibson, Moraitis, 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides $500K NR GR to expand the capacity of free tax Financial Literacy and Jr. preparation services provided or supported by FL's United Ways serving all Prosperity Program of FL's 67 counties. Funding will be used to for marketing and to recruit and retain volunteer coordinators who in turn recruit volunteer tax preparers. $1.8M in matching funds. Total project budget $3M.
2. Importance: Funding will be used to provide services for more than 30K low-income, working families, saving them approximately $2.7M in tax preparation fees and generating approximately $48M in total tax returns.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2177 A 14 First Coast Maritime Clay, Duval, Gibson, Ray 364,200 - 364,200 364,200 1. Description: Provides $364,200 NR GR for At-risk-youth port Academy Nassau, St. maintenance and operation job training. Funds will be used for simulator, Johns training vessel upkeep, instructor salaries, management salaries, facilities expenses, consumables and recruiters/case management.
2. Importance: At least 80% of the participants will be employed within 90 days of program completion with a salary of $40,000 to $50,000. Certification approved by U.S. Coast Guard. Program was originally created at the request of several Jacksonville tugboat companies due to lack of individuals in the Northeast Florida area that were certified and/or licensed to work on tug boats. The First Coast Maritime Academy currently offers all the US Coast Guard approved courses from Ordinary Seaman to Master 1600 GRT Oceans. The First Coast Maritime Academy is the only school in North Florida with a Full Mission Bridge Simulator that allows student to obtain simulated real life experiences in operating a sea going vessel.
3. Other: This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year.
Priority of Rep. Lake Ray.
TED DEO 2177 A 15 National Organization of 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 1. Description: Provides funds for National Organization of Black Elected Black Elected Legislative Legislative Women (NOBEL/Women) - National Convention. Women-National Convention 2. Importance: NOBEL/Women works to ensure the enforcement of respons ble programs and policies that meet the legal, social, political, economic, education and health needs of children, women and families by keeping governmental agencies accountable for implementing equitable laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination against women and promote equity and participation I the public and private sector.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2177 A 16 The Diversity Initiative - 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Specializes in bridging the gap between individuals with Tampa disabilities who are unemployed, with employers who require motivated, reliable and dependable employees. Goal is assist both job seekers and employers identify a good match and provide support and consultation services as needed to promote long term job success.
2. Importance: Individuals with disabilities represents one of the largest underutilized talent pools in our area that can bring the same value, productivity and profitability that other diverse talent pools do, if incorporated in the right way.
TED DEO 2178 1 Proviso - Gulf Coast Jewish Hillsborough, Simpson 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: The nonrecurring general revenue funds provided in Family and Community Miami-Dade, Specific Appropriation 2178 are provided for the Gulf Coast Jewish Family Services - Pasco, Pinellas and Community Services' Non-Custodial Parent Employment Program in Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough counties. This proviso refers to the general revenue appropriation of $500K in SA 2178.
Similar language was vetoed in the Current Year.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2182 A Special Categories - Grants {Statewide} Artiles, Brandes - 2,500,000 2,500,000 - 1. Description: Florida Ready to Work. Provides $2.5M NR TF for the And Aids - Business Florida Ready to Work Program to provide an online diagnostic career Partnerships/Skill readiness skills assessment and training for up to 50K job seekers; Assessment And Training proctored assessments to validate mastery of skills and the resulting Florida Ready to Work Credential for up to 30K job seekers; employer outreach and engagement services; implementation partner support and training; project management; data management; & reporting. Total project budget is $3M. Local match $1M.
2. Importance: A highly cost-effective and scalable workforce training and credentialing solution. Provides career readiness services for more than 300k job seekers and access to online career readiness training for 2M unemployed. More than 1500 employer partners - representing more than 600k Florida-based employees and an estimated potential 30K new jobs over next 18 months.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 $4M, VETOED.
FY 2014-15 $2M.
FY 2013-14 $4M.
FY 2012-13 $2.3M.
FY 2011-12 $3M.
Priority of CareerSource North East Florida President, Bruce Ferguson and Lockheed Martin.
Supported by St. Marks Powder, Hubbell Lenior City, Inc., Family Life Care, & Ajax building Corp.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2211 Special Categories - - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - 1. Description: Funds support the Hispanic Business Initiative Fund Hispanic Business Initiative Outreach Program (HBIF), which provides assistance and services to small Fund Outreach Program businesses in the Hispanic community that are currently available due to cultural and language barriers.
2. Importance: Seeks to increase the growth and success of Hispanic- owned businesses in the state. DEO contracts with HBIF annually, and requires quarterly deliverables before funds are expended. HBIF has helped to create thousands of jobs across the state; 2,596 during the 2013- 14 fiscal year, and at least 12,300 since 1991. In 2014-15, $1.3m loans were marketed, 1,864 in individual consulting clients, $230k for entrepreneurial grants and 4,375 in business training participants. Goals for 2015-16 include 1,890 in individual consulting clients; $250k for entrepreneurial grants and 4,314 in business training participants.
3. Other: Maintains the current level of SEED funding at $1.5m. Economic Development Strategy Numbers as, 19 and 20. Governor Recommended - $775k (Base Funding) for FY 2016-17.
TED DEO 2216 1 Glades County Regional Glades Pigman 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides funds for Glades County Regional Training Center Training Center for the unfinished portions of the design/build training center facility, which may include permits, project management, mobilization, materials and construction of the truck warehouse, truck bays, trucking circulation area and parking, outside storage, staging sorting
2. Importance: Completion of the GCRTC will allow the facility to open and operate providing education certification programs for logistics, distr bution, area, visitor, student and general parking areas. Total project budget $6.26M. Glades Co. has contributed $1.7M. manufacturing and transportation.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $1M GR & TF for Glades Co. Gateway Logistics and Manufacturing Training Center, VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 2 Nathan Benderson Park Sarasota Boyd 2,500,000 - 2,500,000 2,500,000 1. Description: Provides $2.5M NR GR for the Nathan Benderson Park for the construction of the park facilities. Total Project Budget is $22M.
2. Importance: 2015 economic impact of Nathan Benderson was $26.8M, 134% over projected levels, and 2014 economic impact of 12.7M was 49% over projected levels. Nathan Benderson has a projected economic impact of $236M through 2020.
3. Other: FY 2013-14 $5M (The Rowing Center). Provided an ROI letter in 2012 asserting that Center's planned programs will result in 1.4M new visitor nights annually for calendar 2017 and 2018 with estimated increase of $12.5M annual sales tax revenue for the state.
FY 2012-13 $1M (The Rowing Center).
FY 2011-12 $5M, VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 3 Deerfield Beach African- Broward, Miami-Clarke-Reed, 132,000 - 132,000 132,000 1. Description: Provides for the creation of the Memorial Park. Funds will be American Memorial Park Dade, Palm Sachs used for the purchase of the property and the site work including fencing, Beach landscaping, security lighting, walkways, monument and benches. Total project budget $2.8M.
2. Importance: The cemetery site contains the remains of unidentified African-American citizens, including WWI veterans, whose obscurity is the result of racial injustice. Park will commemorate the citizens of cemetery, preserve its history, and ensure the proper treatment of human remains.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 4 Brevard Zoo Brevard, Indian Altman, Jack 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides $500K in NR GR to fund three critical initiatives River, Volusia Latvala that accelerate the Zoo's lagoon restoration efforts. These initiatives include: returning clams to the Indian River, facilitating the use of living shorelines as a cost-efficient restoration tool, and building a reliable Oyster Shell supply through shell recycling. Total project budget $2M.
2. Importance: Result in an expanded oyster shell recycling program that will provide a steady source of oyster shell for restoration projects throughout FL. Anticipate over 30K tons of recycled oyster shell will be available annually for restoration. Benefit private landowners, businesses and municipalities in Volusia and Brevard who learn about living shorelines through this project and wish to stabilize their own lagoon-front properties in a more environmentally friendly way. Job creation estimated at 12 as direct result of project and 30 indirectly with increased habitat and re- establishment of species.
3. Other: FY 2014-15 $410K to help restore natural filtration systems in the Indian River Lagoon under DEP water projects.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 5 City of Ft. Lauderdale - Broward Moraitis, Jr., 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides $500K from NR GR to provide for a variety of Rapid ReHousing Project Sachs assistance for persons on the verge of homelessness or whom are homeless, such as short-term or medium-term rental assistance with case management to assist in achieving self-sufficiency. Total budget for the project is $960K.
2. Importance: Funds serve as an additional financial match that will aid in securing additional funding for homeless initiatives from HUD and community partners. Will serve 66 people.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $500K TF, VETOED.
FY 2014-15 $800K, VETOED.
TED DEO 2216 6 Lauderdale Lakes - Broward Clarke-Reed, 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides $250K NR GR to preserve the City's parks in Comprehensive Park DuBose, making major replacement/enhancements to address current and future Improvement Project Christopher Smith recreational needs. Improvements for Vincent Torres Memorial park include: interior building renovations, playground surfacing replacement and ground resurfacing of tennis and racquetball court. Swimming Pool Complex renovation includes building and outdoor pool area. Otis Gray, Willie Webb, Sr. and Northgate Parks improvements include: replacement of aging park amenities and equipment. Total project budget $857K. City is providing $100K.
2. Importance: Revitalization of parks will enhance property values and consequently impact municipal revenue in the surrounding areas. Create 40 jobs to finish project.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $250K TF for Sidewalk Safety, VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 7 Orange Blossom Orange Antone, 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides $500K NR GR for the continued Revitalization of Revitalization Project Thompson the Orange Blossom Trail (OBT) Corridor, from Colonial Drive to the Beachline. Funds will be allocated to develop a Master Plan for the next phase of growth and revitalization of the OBT corridor and associated administrative costs. Total costs for the Master Plan for Community Revitalization is $400K and total cost for operational expenses per year is $300K. Original request was for the Master Plan and two years of operational expenses totaling $1M.
2. Importance: The development of a Master Plan is required for the OBT Development Board to acquire any type of future funding for projects that will revitalize the community. Assistance with operating expenses enables the Development Board to regain its momentum, rely less on local government funding to cover administrative costs, and allow the Board to use CRA, MSTU, and Safe Neighborhood funds for programs and incentives to attract more business to the area.
3. Other: Project is part of the current 5-year DOT work program - Fiscal Cycle 2021. This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year.
TED DEO 2216 8 Elderly Housing Assistance Miami-Dade Campbell 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides $200K NR GR to provide more elderly housing Program - City of North rehabilitation to area residents. The city proposed to leverage $200K of the Miami requested $400K by using CRA funds which will maintain the $30K from the federal Community Development Block Grant.
2. Importance: Anticipation to rehab over 43 properties during the FY, and hire 7 licensed general contractors to carry out the project. Aging properties within the city will be upgraded.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 9 McTyre Park Cultural Broward, Miami-Braynon, Shevrin 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides $250K NR GR for the construction of the 18.4 acre Center - City of West Park Dade Jones public park facility which includes green space, parking, building equipped with classrooms for multi-cultural events, cooking and dance classes, theatre, and an auditorium. Total project budget is $2.5M. City of West Park is committing own funds to support the completion of project.
2. Importance: McTyre will expand opportunities for local and international cultural artists and guest lectures that will be marketed globally. The Center will create an estimated 50 jobs (some permanent and some temporary) for teaching, clerical, food service, etc.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 10 Washington Park Security Broward Sobel 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 1. Description: Provides $50K NR GR for security cameras and monitoring Upgrades - City of equipment for the Washington Park area. Hollywood 2. Importance: New equipment and upgrades will deter crime and greatly support Police in the identification of persons committing the crimes in this area. The newer resolutions on the cameras have improved significantly and will give Police better vis bility and therefore better results. City hopes to reduce the number of car break-ins occurring in the area.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 11 Washington Park Street Broward Sobel 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Provides $150K NR GR to provide better lighting in the area Light Improvements - City surrounding Washington Park in the City of Hollywood in an effort to reduce of Hollywood crime and create a safer environment. Total project budget $97.5K. City currently has $248,273 in Capital Improvement funds for Citywide lighting street lighting upgrades.
2. Importance: The better lighting will reduce crime as visibility will be greatly enhanced, discouraging victimization of citizens.
3. Other: Asking for $50K in same line item for Washington Park Security Upgrades.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 12 Bergeron Rodeo Arena Broward, Miami-Edwards, Sobel 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides $100K NR GR for the Bergeron Rodeo Arena Refurbishment - Town of Dade, Palm Refurbishment. Funds will be used to continue the bleacher expansion Davie Beach phase and the lighting upgrade phase, renovation and expansion of the Cowboy Pavilion area and main concession facilities and upgrade of security fencing and electrical. Total project budget approx. $400K. Local Funding $215.9K.
2. Importance: Rodeo arena is one of the focal points for triggering revitalization of the Town of Davie. Site renovations will allow for larger rodeos, events and shows to the S. FL area.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $100K, VETOED.
TED DEO 2216 13 St. Augustine Lighthouse St. Johns Hutson, Jack 152,500 - 152,500 152,500 1. Provides $152,500 NR GR for the St. Augustine Lighthouse and and Maritime Museum Latvala, Maritime Museum. Funds will be used to restore and open to the public the Stevenson WWII era structure on site. Total project budget $770K.
2. Importance: Project is projected to support an admissions increase of $2 per visitor or $432K annually which will be reinvested into the nonprofit mission of the Museum. Project will create 10-15 immediate jobs for the construction and design of the museum. Museum is undergoing an admission increase.
3. Other: Receiving DOS 16-17 Cultural and Museum Grant for $43,326.
FY 2015-16: Received $150K from DOS Cultural Facilities Grant.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 14 Mote Marine Laboratory Sarasota Boyd, Detert 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides $250,000 NR GR for the construction of 5K sq ft of Infrastructure Expansion Class A research, technology, and science innovation laboratories at Mote Marine Laboratory. Total project budget is $1.9M.
2. Importance: During 5 years following expansion of new research, technology, and science infrastructure, Mote will hire 10 new PhD level scientists. In addition, Mote PhD level researchers will secure an average of $250K per year in research grants and operations supports resulting in an annual return on investment of at least $2.5M per year by 2020.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $600K, VETOED.
TED DEO 2216 15 Jacksonville Downtown Duval 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides $1M NR GR to be used per an equitable pro rata Investment Authority - share (not to exceed $25K per elig ble home buyer) along with the City of Urban Homesteading Pilot Jax proposed funds for a down payment assistance (DPA) program Program focused on encouraging residential homeownership in Downtown Jax in an effort to stimulate new housing and downtown residential growth. Home buyers would be eligible for up to $50K in DPA. Total project budget $2M. Local match $1M.
2. Target is to assist 40 families to purchase a home in Downtown Jax. Project will generate approx. $6.5M in condo sales in Downtown with 40 families pay ad valorem taxes of approx. $3,200 annually.
3. Other.
TED DEO 2216 16 East Orange Regional Orange Goodson 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides $1M NR GR to create a facility to aid and benefit Recreation Center the seniors and youth of East Orange County. 4500 sq ft building will be used for after school programs and senior programs, a computer center (to allow people to order medicine and apply for jobs). Local match $1M.
2. Importance: The only computer service in residential area is dial or satellite. Serves approx. 1952 residents in the 32709 zip code area.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 17 Tampa Heights Youth Civic Hillsborough Narain 1,200,000 - 1,200,000 1,200,000 1. Description: Provides $1.2M NR GR for the renovation of a Historic Center Relocation Church into the Tampa Heights Youth Civic Center. Local match $1.5M.
2. Importance: Tampa Heights is one of the oldest areas of the city (est. 1880) and the first neighborhood plan in the City of Tampa where residents identified goals for the area and have since focused efforts on implementing desires for the residents. Community leaders have spent 5 years raising enough money to purchase church and now need to renovate into Youth Civic Center.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 18 Hillsborough Homelessness Hillsborough Young 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides funds for acquisition, rehab, new construction and Initiative equipment/furniture for Community Housing Solutions Centers and Permanent Supportive Housing programs. Total project budget $6.5M.
2. Importance: THHI performs several important functions to coordinate homeless services in the CoC. Development of 2 new Community Housing Solutions Centers and new Permanent Supportive Housing Program will assist over 500 homeless individuals and families and create approx. 25 new jobs.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 19 Transitions House Osceola Evers, La Rosa 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Offers multiple programs for veterans and others at various Homelessness Veterans facilities regarding substance abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, ADHD, Program - Osceola County and PTSD. Programs offer behavioral health and substance abuse services in Kissimmee to adults, children over seven years old, adolescents, and those who have served our country in the military services. Offender programs provide treatment, training, and therapy to empower individuals to choose a healthier way of life. These programs reduce the recidivism rate for criminal activity, and to enrich the lives of the community. Also works with local and state organizations and agencies directly to ensure the care, safety, and well-being of homeless families by providing Permanent Supportive Housing and targeted case management. Also provides services to homeless veterans and their families.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 20 Lantana Community Center Palm Beach Hager 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Offers multiple programs for veterans and others at various Building facilities regarding substance abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD. Programs offer behavioral health and substance abuse services in Kissimmee to adults, children over seven years old, adolescents, and those who have served our country in the military services. Offender programs provide treatment, training, and therapy to empower individuals to choose a healthier way of life. These programs reduce the recidivism rate for criminal activity, and to enrich the lives of the community. Also works with local and state organizations and agencies directly to ensure the care, safety, and well-being of homeless families by providing Permanent Supportive Housing and targeted case management. Also provides services to homeless veterans and their families.
3. Other:
Priority of Rep. Hager.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 21 City of Miami - Miami 250,000 500,000 750,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides $750K NR TF for public infrastructure projects Design District including roadway construction, drainage, underground utilities, pedestrian crosswalks, sidewalk pavers and concrete, traffic signals and signage, street lights, landscaping and irrigation, and street furniture and amenities. Total public infrastructure project budget is $21M. A local 50% match is requested.
2. Importance: The development will have a significant impact on the tax revenue for the City, County and State. $500M in new sales revenue is projected as a result of the development. At total of $790M will be spent to develop Phases 1-3 of the project. Miami Economic Associates estimates that those expenditures will generate more than 6,765 direct construction jobs and 4,450 indirect and induced jobs, resulting in the payment of nearly $594M in wages. An additional 2600 permanent jobs will be created.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $1M; VETOED.
FY 14-15: $2M.
FY 2012-13: $5M VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 22 Fort Walton Beach Fire Evers, Matt Gaetz - 200,000 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides $200K NR TF for the reconstruction of the Fort Department Training Tower Walton Beach Fire Department Training Tower. Project includes demolition of current unsafe training building, and construction of a new structure at the same location.
2. Importance: In August 2014, the current structure was inspected by an engineering firm and was rendered unsafe for use. Since receipt of this report, the City of Fort Walton Beach and the surrounding Fire Departments that depended on this structure have been without a live fire practice zone to practice fire safety and practice skills. Additionally, the unavailability of a training facility could have a negative effect on the Fire Department's Public Protection Classification Rating therefore causing the community's insurance premiums to increase. The construction of a new training tower will serve all Fire Departments and Fire Control Districts within South Okaloosa County.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $300K for Phase II of the Fort Walton Beach Homeless Center.
FY 14-15: $200K for Phase I of Fort Walton Beach Homeless Center.
Priority of Rep. Matt Gaetz.
TED DEO 2216 23 City of Bradenton Manatee Boyd, Galvano - 750,000 750,000 - 1. Description: Provides $750K NR TF for capital improvements to Tournament Sports Park Bradenton Tournament Sports Park. Total project budget $30M. $20M has been funded through private funds. $9M funded through spring training grants.
2. Importance: Facility hosts over 60K people annually. Over 100 teams use the facility. Additional improvements will allow for more employees on site to help manage the sports park; from concession stands, facility maintenance, to grounds keeping, resulting in the creation of nearly 100 jobs.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 $500K, VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 24 Humane Society Dog Runs - Brevard Workman - 14,000 14,000 - 1. Description: Provides $14,000 NR TF to renovate dog runs with new dirt Brevard County and sand, and install pet turf material providing cleaner and safer environment for the animals.
2. Importance: The property outside the shelter where the dog runs are located was originally a landfill and recently some of the old material (large debris and glass) has started to surface making the runs unsafe and unusable by the animals.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 25 Humane Society Large Dog Brevard Workman - 19,000 19,000 - 1. Description: Provides $19,000 NR TF to Central Brevard Humane Kennels - Brevard County Society for replacement of the large dog kennels with new state of the art kennels with large glass doors for better viewing for and of the dogs.
2. Importance: Current condition of the kennels is very poor and are in dire need of replacement. In the past, CBHS experienced an incident where a dog escaped and was subsequently killed by getting hung up in the fencing. Through replacement of kennels the Society hopes to improve the current living conditions while ensuring the animals are safe.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 26 City of Cocoa-Historic Brevard Goodson - 3,000,000 3,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $3M NR TF for construction costs of the parking Cocoa Village Playhouse structure. Original request was for $2.25M. Parking Structure
2. Importance: The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse serves as a significant contributor to the economy and tourism in the City of Cocoa and the Central Brevard County Area. The Playhouse attracts more than 55K patron annually. Once completed the parking structure would yield an additional 162 new parking spaced to Cocoa Village. Based on a 150 day peak tourism season and spending numbers by the Space Coast Office of Tourism and Visit Florida the additional parking spaces when taking into account direct and indirect spending in the Village would equate to approx. $6.7M in annual visitor activity.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $2.25M TF, VETOED.
TED DEO 2216 27 Veterans Home Renovation- Broward Shevrin Jones, - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides $100K in NR TF to renovate homes for affordable Pembroke Pines Sobel housing for returning veterans and $75K in funding for one FTE for the Veteran Housing Project. Total project budget $307K.
2. Importance: The City of Pembroke Pines has created a program for American Veterans however there is a shortage of available housing. The City has set aside 5 houses on the grounds of the Howard C. Forman health Campus but the houses are in need of renovation before people can move in.
3. Other: FY: 2015-16: 250K. Provided quarterly ROI responses updating on construction progress. FY 2015-16 appropriation renovated 4 houses.
This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 28 FOIL Corridor Project Evers, Ingram - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides $300K in NR TF to the Becks Lake Road connectivity and alignment study, establishment of preferred alignment, design criteria and concept for preferred alignment, targeted real property acquisition, and marketing dollars to promote the site for major economic development opportunities. Total project budget $2M.
2. Importance: The funds will assist in satisfying the initial programmatic priorities developed as part of the Project FOIL industrial development study. At build-out, Project FOIL is projected to deliver 6-9K advanced manufacturing jobs to Florida. Gulf Power estimates that these jobs should pay a total of nearly $2.1B in wages and the complete return on investment for Project FOIL's potential job creation is expected to result in more than 15K jobs with wages of nearly $3.9B.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $1M TF, VETOED. This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year.
Supported by Emerald Coast Utilities Authority, Gulf Power and University of West Florida.
Supporting infrastructure projects in DOT budget for $3.7M (Bluffs Corridor and Muscogee Road Freight).
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 29 Andrews Institute Evers, Ingram - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250K NR TF to help fund research and education Foundation Research and and treatment components of the Andrews Foundation. Educational Program
2. Importance: The Andrews Institute (Andrews) provides world class training to orthopedic surgeons through a fellowship program. Throughout the years, Andrews has overseen training for 425 fellows. Andrews is increasing private investment opportunities in Pensacola by marketing Northwest Florida as a premier location for professional and amateur sports team training, wellness, and medical care. Andrews plays a vital role in the development and deployment of programs and methods to prevent, treat, and rehabilitate musculoskeletal injuries.
3. Other: This is a multi-year project requiring funding form the state for more than one year.
TED DEO 2216 30 Second Harvest Facility Miller - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M NR TF to help complete the second floor and Expansion open up additional space for expansion of culinary and distribution center training and job placement program.
2. Importance: Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida's job training program will have 560 culinary graduates in the next five years along with 100% job placement and earnings of $38M. Each graduate has a ROI of 420%. The expansion will enable the Food Bank to expand food distribution by 57% over the next five years. The in-kind value of this food totals $118M. This will benefit approx. 500K people. 5-year plan charts the path for the Kitchen and Culinary Training Program to be economically self- sufficient by 2019.
3. Other: This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 31 Palmetto Bay Mixed-Use Miami-Dade Bileca, Diaz de la - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250,000 NR TF assist the Village in building a Facility Portilla, Fresen, mixed-use commercial center, on Village-owned property, consisting of 60K Margolis sq ft of retail and office flex space, and needed parking. Development will be downtown, directly across from a 400 unit residential project. Total project request is $2M.
2. Importance: An economic market study commissioned by the Village shows the downtown area growing by 1,200 new housing units, 135K sq ft of office space and 100K sq ft of retail space. The new development will generate 787 new jobs during the development phase, translating to more than $37M in wages and 1,845 permanent jobs, $72M in wages. Estimated increase in tax revenue for the Village projected at $1.4M and $10M for the County.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 32 Bonifay Memorial Park Holmes Drake - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding to bring the bathrooms up to the ADA standards and eliminate health, safety, sanitation, and Florida Building code issues at the Bonifay Memorial Park. Total Project Budget is $298,900.
2. Importance: Memorial Field (part of Memorial Park) is the only outdoor event venue available for citizens of Bonifay and Holmes County. Estimated to have over $1M annual impact to the community.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $298,900, VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 33 Hendry County Fairgrounds Hendry Bullard, Hudson - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250k NR TF to update the Hendry County Rodeo Complex Fairground and Rodeo Complex for compliance to codes for the back pens Renovations and the area used for horse riding for special needs riders. Total project budget $250K. Local community is spending $20K.
2. Importance: The Hendry County Fairgrounds and Rodeo Complex represent a critical part of the county's cultural heritage, a promotion of the agrarian based economy, an educational resource and economic generator. The facility currently has 20 events on the calendar and based on historic data expects welcoming 25K+ visitors during the year.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 34 LaBelle Civic Center Hendry Bullard, Hudson - 369,676 369,676 - TED DEO 2216 35 Building Homes for Heroes Matt Gaetz - 75,000 75,000 - 1. Description: Provides $75K in NR TF to continue to build and modify homes for veterans who were severely injured while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Building Homes for Heroes continues to support neighborhood economic advancement and demonstrates a positively impacted construction growth within 32 communities across the state.
2. Importance: A return on investment can be measured in two ways - as a general cash flow metric; that measures efficiency in the use of funds, and also as an intangible that correlates to the future, contribution, economic and substantive, of deserving veterans. During the year ending July 31, 2016, a commitment is made to build and modify a minimum of 20 homes. The projected value of the homes, including the cost of construction and modifications will exceed $4m.
3. Other: CY Gov. Rec. $1M TF.
FY 2015-16 $1M. Provided initial ROI response and ROI on previous year funding.
FY 2014-15 $1M.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 36 Glades County Regional Glades Pigman - 600,000 600,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for Glades County Regional Training Center Training Center for the unfinished portions of the design/build training center facility, which may include permits, project management, mobilization, materials and construction of the truck warehouse, truck bays, trucking circulation area and parking, outside storage, staging sorting
2. Importance: Completion of the GCRTC will allow the facility to open and operate providing education certification programs for logistics, distr bution, area, visitor, student and general parking areas. Total project budget $6.26M. Glades Co. has contributed $1.7M. manufacturing and transportation.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $1M GR & TF for Glades Co. Gateway Logistics and Manufacturing Training Center, VETOED.
TED DEO 2216 37 DeSoto County Public DeSoto A britton, Galvano - 750,000 750,000 - 1. Description: Provides $750,000 NR TF for the Desoto County Public Safety Building Safety Building. Funds will be used for construction costs to replace the public safety building (Station 1) to house first responders in the most densely populated area of the County and covers the entire City of Arcadia. Located in fiscally constrained county/RAO. Total project budget $2.2M. Local providing $689K.
2. Importance: Responders and equipment are currently housed in two separate facilities. The original station continues to house equipment and one fire engine, but is not habitable. Responders have been housed in a modular, temporary facility since 2008.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 38 City of Milton - Riverwalk Santa Rosa Broxson, Evers - 198,048 198,048 - 1. Description: Provides $198,048 from NR TF for the City of Milton's Riverwalk South. Funds will be used for the surveying, design, permitting, and geotechnical evaluation of Willing Street South along the river. Total project cost is $1.38M. City has provided $100K.
2. Importance: The existing Riverwalk is extended approximately 550 ft to the south toward the railroad tracks bridging the downtown area and the community's recreational and commercial opportunities in an effort to create room to provide for event attendees as a larger part of the City's Riverfront Master Plan. Has the potential to promote commercial development and provide interpretive paneling that will promote conservation of the surrounding riverine and estuarine environments.
3. Other: This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year. FY 15-16 $688,713, VETOED.
Priority of Rep. Evers and Rep. Broxson.
TED DEO 2216 39 East County Regional Hillsborough Raulerson - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250K NR TF to supplement the cost of Service/Resources Center - construction for the new building. Project is replacing the existing 20K sq ft Hillsborough County 55 yr-old building to continue to host significant community services and resources for citizens of eastern Hillsborough County, including County social services, and other citizens services provided by county agencies. Total project budget $9.5M. Local match $8.5M.
2. Importance: This project will help the state's economic development goals by augmenting the area's quality of life in delivery of public services to the citizens of Hillsborough County.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $500K GR, VETOED.
FY 2014-15 $500K.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 40 Sulzbacher Center for Duval Bean, Fullwood - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M NR TF for the Sulzbacher Center in Women and Families Jacksonville to construct a new facility to provide a family environment separate from the general homeless population. Total project budget $15.3M. Local funding $4M.
2. Importance: 1,900 homeless children attend school in Duval County and over 120 destitute families are already on the waiting list for services at the current Sulzbacher facilities. A 2009 study reported that the Center had an economic impact of $6.9M and job placement for clients was estimated to have an economic impact in excess of $9M.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $1.2M, VETOED. Received letters of support from FL Blue, Baptist Health, Law Office of W.C. Gentry, Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, and Best Bet Racing.
Priority of Sen. Bean.
TED DEO 2216 41 Tallahassee Regional Leon - 470,000 470,000 - 1. Description: Provides $470K NR TF for a mobile hazardous material Hazardous Materials semi-tractor and trailer capable of transporting necessary equipment, while Response Team Equipment also providing an integrated command center.
2. Importance: This equipment will allow for a prompt response to hazardous material incidents in North Florida, and provide immediate incident command post capability that does not currently exist. The population served by this equipment would include 13 North Florida counties with a population in excess of 500K.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 $495K VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 42 Sirenia Vista Park Charlotte, Benacquisto, - 200,000 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides $200K NR TF for the design of an environmental Environmental Center Collier, Lee Eagle center, improved parking lot, and site work to create the Sirenia Vista Park Environmental Center. Total project budget $4M. Local funding $600K.
2. Importance: Manatees congregate in the canal system just east of the property and Center will provide services, including classes for all ages, to educate them on environmental issues in general and more specifically, manatees. Estimated annual economic impact of $4.13M, increase in state sales tax of $269K, and 80 indirect and 4 FTE jobs.
3. Other: Funding for construction costs may be requested from state in future years.
TED DEO 2216 43 Palm Harbor Marine Pinellas Jack Latvala - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides $100K from TF. Rescue Boat
2. Importance:
3. Other: FY 15-16 Palm Harbor East Lake Library Expansion $1M GR, VETOED. FY 15-16 $110K Palm Harbor Fire Rescue, VETOED.
TED DEO 2216 44 Lake Okeechobee Wave Palm Beach Jack Latvala, - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M NR TF for the construction of wave Attenuation Project Rader attenuation wall and rock revetments.
2. Importance: Project will make Pahokee Marina usable to local and visiting boaters. Will support economic development and create employment opportunities at the Marina and within the surrounding community, which has been designated a RAO.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $1M for Pahokee Marina, VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 45 Deerfield Beach African- Broward, Miami-Clarke-Reed, - 863,000 863,000 - 1. Description: Provides for the creation of the Memorial Park. Funds will be American Memorial Park Dade, Palm Sachs used for the purchase of the property and the site work including fencing, Beach landscaping, security lighting, walkways, monument and benches. Total project budget $2.8M.
2. Importance: The cemetery site contains the remains of unidentified African-American citizens, including WWI veterans, whose obscurity is the result of racial injustice. Park will commemorate the citizens of cemetery, preserve its history, and ensure the proper treatment of human remains.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 46 Veterans Memorial Park - Hillsborough Tom Lee, Young - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1.5M NR TF for the design and construction of Hillsborough County infrastructure to include land acquisition for additional overflow parking and/or design and construction of Phase on of the Veterans Resource Center for the Hillsborough County Memorial Park and the Admiral Leroy Collins Museum. Total project budget $4.6M. Hillsborough County contributed $4.6M to prior construction phases and Local Veterans have contributed $125K.
2. Importance: The funding and establishment of the Veterans Park and Veterans Resource Center will augment community efforts in assisting veterans to make smooth transition from military service to civilian life. Projected 14K Veterans will use the services of the Center and due to closer location, will save Veteran's $200K annually in travel.
3. Other: This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 47 City of Coral Springs Broward Jacobs, - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides $300,000 in NR TF. Funds will be used to repair Aquatic Complex Pool Moskowitz, Ring and upgrade the gutter system of the existing 50 meter competition pool, Refurbishment repair water leaks, and meet new depth requirements. Total project budget $1.5M.
2. Importance: The aquatic complex hosts 12 meets per year; 35 college swim teams per year and several events including an International Water Polo event that has 900 participants and 1,100 spectators from outside the state. Based off these events the annual economic impact of the aquatic center is estimated at $3,161,250.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 48 City of Port St. Lucie - St. Lucie Galvano, Harrell - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250K from NR TF to use as seed money to assist Extension of Riverwa k the City of Port St. Lucie in obtaining professional design and permitting Boardwalk consultant services in association with Phase 1 of the design, permitting, and construction of the boardwalk extension. Total project budget is $5M.
2. Importance: Extension of the boardwalk will provide connectivity via a scenic and ADA compliant waterside multi-use trail. Provide opportunities for additional river related activities such as fishing, wildlife viewing and provide for the potential for privately owned commercial land to connect to a public boardwalk. Estimated 65-100 jobs associated with design, permitting and construction of project.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 49 Madeira Beach Lighting Pinellas Brandes, Jack - 350,000 350,000 - 1. Description: Provides $350K in NR TF to procure and install the lighting Project Latvala, Peters in Johns Pass Village (Madeira Beach's #1 tourist destination). Total project budget $800K.
2. Importance: Current lighting is insufficient for the area. John's Pass entertainment facility is the #1public attraction for area tourism. Pinellas County accounts for over 6M annual visitors to the state and economic impact of over $8.5B.
3. Other: Priority of Rep. Peters.
TED DEO 2216 50 Miracle Mile and Giralda Miami-Dade Diaz de la Portilla - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M NR TF to aid in the complete reconstruction Reconstruction and of Giralda Avenue from Galiano Street on the East to Ponce de Leon Economic Development Boulevard on the West. Total budget is $25M. Project
2. Importance: Once completed, the streetscape could significantly reduce the area's vacancy rate of 7.2 percent. The absorption of this vacant space could translate into 230 new jobs with a $7.4M impact on payroll. Addition of 30K sq ft of additional sidewa k space is expected to result in the creation of 50 retail-related jobs and an estimated $1.6M in salaries.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $200K GR for Miracle Mile and Giralda Ave Drainage, VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 51 Volusia County Marine Volusia Costello, Hukill - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M NR TF for facility design and construction of Science Center Expansion expansion of Marine Science Center Phase I and II including architect and engineering fees, construction of site infrastructure and new building interior, rehabilitation hospital for shorebirds and sea turtles, and classrooms. County has $8.2M for Phase I and II. Total project budget is $14.9M (All 4 Phases).
2. Importance: Since opening in 2002, the MSC has generated $27.7M in direct economic activity. Expansion will provide an estimated 50K additional visitors annually and will create 10 FTE. Economic impact is estimated at $30M for construction and a increase in $4.15M of economic activity annually.
3. Other: FY 2016-17 preparing a FL Inland Navigation District grant for $25K through DEP for floating dock and boardwalk expansion.
TED DEO 2216 52 Hungerford Amphitheater - Orange, Robert Cortes, - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $500K NR TF. Funding will be used for planning, Eatonville Seminole Thompson construction, and infrastructure development. Total project cost $4M.
2. Importance: The structure of an amphitheater will allow the Town the opportunity to expand its tax base through the development of JOBS and businesses while creating perpetual financial sustainable growth.Within five years the construction of the site will bring a minimum of 1000 jobs to the Town of Eatonville and Orange County.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 53 NeighborWorks Florida Cruz, Joyner - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $500K NR TF to effectively stabilize Florida Collaborative neighborhoods and communities which have been physically and economically impacted by increased rates of foreclosure and disinvestment over the past 10 years. 97% of the funding will be spend by the NeighborWorks Florida collaborative's 10 local partner organizations to measurably improve identified neighborhoods of disinvestment spanning the entire state. The total request is for $3M.
2. Importance: The NeighborWorks Florida Collaborative is a statewide association comprised of FL's 10 local NeighborWorks Chartered Member organizations. They exist to supplement the resources and amplify the reach of their member organizations, as they work throughout the state to foster sustainable homeownership, develop affordable housing and provide needed capital to build strong, vibrant communities.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 54 Hillsborough Homelessness Hillsborough Joyner, Narain - 600,000 600,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for acquisition, rehab, new construction and Initiative equipment/furniture for Community Housing Solutions Centers and Permanent Supportive Housing programs. Total project budget $6.5M.
2. Importance: THHI performs several important functions to coordinate homeless services in the CoC. Development of 2 new Community Housing Solutions Centers and new Permanent Supportive Housing Program will assist over 500 homeless individuals and families and create approx. 25 new jobs.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 55 Clearwater Homeless Pinellas Jack Latvala - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides $100K NR TF to rehabilitate Baty Villas bring the Emergency Project buildings up to modern standards. Baty Villas is 3 two-story buildings consisting of 16 units that provide permanent supportive housing for households who are homeless and have disabling conditions. Total project budget is $1M.
2. Importance: Baty Villas Supportive Housing Program provides residents, 20% of whom are veterans, with services including case management, child care, medical, mental health and substance abuse, transportation, food and nutrition, vocational training and job placement services.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $400K TF, VETOED.
TED DEO 2216 56 Baywalk - Miami Downtown Miami-Dade Jose Diaz, Diaz de - 400,000 400,000 - 1. Description: Provides $400K NR TF. Funds will be used for the Development Authority la Portilla Downtown Baywalk Comprehensive Design Concept and Strategy, to provide a roadmap for implementation and clearly delineate the next steps to be executed in order to construct a premiere, 3-mile, recreational corridor for walking, running and bicycling. Total project budget is currently estimated at $650K. Private and Local funds $200K.
2. Importance: Completing Baywa k is specifically noted as a core objective within Miami Master Plan's Goals to promote bicycle /pedestrian amenities. Comprehensive Design Concept and Strategy will allow for phased development. Project will allow Miami's 90K residents to have more urban convenience and recreation while attracting visitors to the area.
3. Other: This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 57 Village of Miami Shores - Miami-Dade Campbell, - 33,600 33,600 - 1. Description: Provides $33,600 NR TF for the purchase of two electric car Electric Car Charging Margolis charging stations. Total project budget $42K. Local funding $8K. Station
2. Importance: Transition city fleet and provide area residents with alternative electric charging stations, lessening dependence on fossil fuel use.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 58 Chain of Lakes Blueway Palm Beach Clemens, Kerner - 286,900 286,900 - 1. Description: Provides $286,900 NR TF to complete the permitting Access Project process for the project to move forward into next phase of development. This process includes a channel scour analysis, hydraulic analysis, geotechnical engineering and design, structural engineering and design, site survey and civil design, environmental review and preparation of a construction storm water pollution prevention plan. Total Budget of entire project is $1.34M. Remaining funding will be funded through private sector.
2. Importance: The results of the feas bility reflect almost $75 million dollars in increased property tax revenues will be realized. Also, the indirect impacts upon the boating and fishing businesses and the dining by boat access increases. Also, increased eco-tourism for outdoor enthusiasts such as, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding etc, which would create for the first-time, direct access to the Chain of Lakes from the Intracoastal Waterway.
3. Other: Priority of Commissioner Steven Abrams and Hal Valeche, Palm Beach County.
TED DEO 2216 59 Marco Island Rescue Collier Richter - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250K NR TF for a Marine Fire and EMS Facility Fire/Emergency Medical to house emergency personnel at a location where thy can immediately Services Facility respond to medical and fire emergencies in the Gulf of Mexico and the upper 10K islands.
2. Importance: There is no local Coast Guard station in the Marco area and time is critical when responding to boats or individuals in distress. City has purchased specialized EMS vessel.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 60 Jackson County Fire & Jackson Drake, Jack - 600,000 600,000 - 1. Description: Provides $600K NR TF for the construction of a fire and Rescue Station Latvala rescue station for the citizens and business members of the Jackson County community in the area of Highway 90 and Highway 71 South. Total project budget $705K. Local match $105K.
2. Importance: Station will create incentive by reducing costs for businesses to relocate and develop here by reducing ISO safety rating from a 9 to a 6X. Jackson is a fiscally constrained county and the high ISO rating causes insurance rates to be almost costs prohibitive for a business to relocate to the county. Station will employ 6 new FTE within the Jackson Co. Fire and Rescue Dept.
3. Other: Priority of Rep. Drake. Supported by Jackson County Board of County Commissioners, Jackson Hospital, and Jackson County Volunteer Fire Station.
TED DEO 2216 61 Veterans Memorial Park St. Lucie Larry Lee, Jr. - 100,000 100,000 - 1. Description: Provides $100K NR TF to complete the final phase of a Improvements - Ft. Pierce three phase project to restore the current 50 year old veteran monuments and construct several new hardscape features including a reflecting pool, entry monument arch, and memorial walls. Total project budget $1.65M. Local match $740K.
2. Importance: Will provide St. Lucie Co.'s 26,490 veterans with a place to gather with other veterans. Enable the City to simultaneously treat polluted storm water flowing from the 90-acre Morore's Creek watershed prior to discharge into the Indian River Lagoon, and allow public to gather for special events.
3. Other: Supported by Mayor of Ft. Pierce, Linda Hudson.
TED DEO 2216 62 Alcazar Hotel - Lightner St. Johns Hutson, - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250K NR TF for the purchase and installment of Museum Restoration Stevenson historically correct windows. Total project cost $1.7M.
2. Importance: This 1888 building is a key part of St. Augustine's heritage tourism experience and its restoration and its maintenance will play a key role in the visitor experience.
3. Other: TED DEO 2216 63 St. Petersburg Warehouse Pinellas Brandes, Jack - 300,000 300,000 - 1. Description: Provides $300,000 NR TF to convert 50K sq ft of warehouse Arts District Latvala, Rouson space to art studios in the Midtown area of St. Petersburg to develop and create a cooperative, vibrant and interactive district that creates jobs, attracts artists and integrates the art community with the public. Local match $186K.
2. Importance: More than 100 artists have signed up in advance for working space in the ArtsXchange facility. This area is a depressed area and has been targeted for economic development by the City.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 64 North Florida Unique Clay Bradley, - 200,000 200,000 - 1. Description: Provides $200 NR TF for Moody Avenue Park, an ADA Abilities Recreational Park Cummings compliant park equipped with ADA compliant bathrooms, playground, (Moody Park) parking lot, and two multi-purpose playing fields. Funds will be used to build the ADA baseball field, drainage improvements, large group shelter, swing and soccer goals. Total project cost $520K. Local match $200K.
2. Importance: Park will provide children, youth and adults with physical disabilities a place to participate in organized sports, physical activity, and enjoy the outdoors. Park will offer improvement of life for those with these disabilities.
3. Other: In DEP for $300K NR GR. Priority of Rep. Cummings.
TED DEO 2216 65 North Lauderdale Security Broward Rogers, - 40,000 40,000 - 1. Description: Provides $40K NR TF for one-time request associated with Cameras Christopher Smith purchase and installment of security cameras in City Hall complex, which is considered necessary to guard against a variety of security threats and the protection of citizens. Total project budget is $60K. Local match $20K.
2. Importance: The City water plan is part of the complex and its protection is critical.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $500K TF for 17th St Roadway Reconstruction, VETOED. FY 15-16 $350K TF for Street Resurfacing, VETOED. FY 15-16 $10K TF for Security Cameras, VETOED. FY 15-16 $500K GR for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, VETOED.
TED DEO 2216 66 North Lauderdale City Hall Broward Rogers, - 75,000 75,000 - 1. Description: Provides $75K NR TF to aid in the replacement of the roof Roof Christopher Smith of City Hall. Total project budget $150K. Local match $75K.
2. Importance: The current roof is over 20 years old and the replacement is expected to last approximately 25 years.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $500K TF for 17th St Roadway Reconstruction, VETOED. FY 15-16 $350K TF for Street Resurfacing, VETOED. FY 15-16 $10K TF for Security Cameras, VETOED. FY 15-16 $500K GR for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation, VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2216 67 Gulf Coast Housing First Sarasota Steube - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250K in NR TF funding for assistance in the Initiative - City of Sarasota development of a pilot program of created 300 Permanent Supportive Housing - PSH units in the next 5 years. The funding will fund residential housing vouchers to house approximately 25 clients for one year. Total project budget $750K. Local match $250K and housing program support $250K.
2. Importance: If the program is successful, chronic homelessness will be reduced by 75% over five years, and will improve the quality of life of the chronically homeless and the community in general. This pilot program will take 6% of the unsheltered population off the streets and place them in PSH.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2216 68 Smith-Brown Community DeSoto A britton, Galvano - 150,000 150,000 - 1. Description: Provides $150,000 NR TF to renovate the 50 year old Smith- Center Brown Gym and one ancillary building into a multipurpose campus for students and parents to serve between 250-500 students and parents on a regular schedule in safe and positive environment. Total project budget is $500K.
2. Importance: The goal is for this facility to become a place for supplemental learning, for both students and parents. In addition, recreation and community programming for students and parents will provide support to improve education, employability, and positive home experiences.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $100K GR, VETOED in DOE budget.
TED DEO 2223 1 Housing Competitive Grant - 10,000,000 10,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $10M TF to fund a competitive grant program for Program housing developments designed, constructed, and targeted for persons with developmental disabilities.
2. Importance: Private nonprofit organizations whose primary mission includes serving persons with developmental disabilities shall be eligible for these grant funds. Housing projects funded with these grants may include community residential homes or individual housing unites, and may include new construction and renovation of existing housing units.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 $10M.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2223 2 State Apartment Incentive - 20,000,000 20,000,000 - 1. Importance: Provides $20M from the Local Government Housing TF for Loan (SAIL) Program - Low- the SAIL program to construct workforce housing to primarily serve low- Income Persons income persons, as defined in section 420.0004 (11), F.S., and in the Florida Keys Area of Critical State Concern, household with incomes not to exceed 140% of AMI when strategies are included in the local housing assistance plan to serve these households.
TED DEO 2224 1 Affordable Housing - - 5,200,000 5,200,000 - 1. Description: Proviso - $5,400,000 shall be used to provide services to Homeless Services homeless persons. Of the $5,400,000, $5,200,000 shall be transferred to the Department of Children and Families to implement the provisions of section 420.622, Florida Statutes, and $200,000 shall be used by the Department of Economic Opportunity to provide training and technical assistance regarding affordable housing to designated lead agencies of homeless assistance continuums of care.
TED DEO 2224 2 Affordable Housing Catalyst - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds from the Local Government Housing TF for Program the SAIL Program to construct workforce housing to primarily serve low- income persons, as defined in section 420.0004(11), F.S. TED DEO 2230 Special Categories - Grants 4,500,000 1,000,000 5,500,000 4,500,000 1. Description: Provides funding for the Institute for the Commercialization And Aids - Institute For The of Public Research (ICPR). Commercialization Of Public Research 2. Importance: The Florida Institute for the Commercialization of Public Research was formed in 2007 to deliver economic development programs that focus on new company creation and growth based on technologies developed at Florida universities, colleges, and research institutes. Companies formed are in innovation industries that are driving the global economy, and are creating products that improve and save lives.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 appropriated $5.5m; FY 2014-15 appropriated $5.5m and in FY 2013-14 $5.5m. $1m in base. Strategies #1, #10 and #21. Agency Priority #25.
TED DEO 2233 1 CAMACOL - Florida Trade - 400,000 400,000 - and Exhibition Center
TED DEO 2233 2 Southeast US/Japan - 200,000 200,000 - Association & Florida/Korea Economic Cooperation Committee
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 1 International Consortium for Osceola, La Rosa, 9,386,569 - 9,386,569 9,386,569 1. Description: Provides funding for the completion of the FL Advanced Advanced Manufacturing {Statewide} Simmons Manufacturing and Research Center - FAMRC complex. Total Project Research Request is $10M. UF,USF, FIU dedicated $250K each. Osceola county providing $140M.
2. Importance: ICAMR is the only advanced materials manufacturing development center focused on the integration of semiconductor based processes and materials into future products like smarter sensor and photonics devices. Serves as a one-stop shop for development and integration of advanced devices and materials providing access to materials. Accelerate technology commercialization by providing solutions to fill technology and capability gaps across multiple technology fields. The center has a planned completion date for early 2017. 200+ acre land space has been dedicated for ICAMR and future high tech firms. ICAMR acts as a catalyst for job creation with projections ranging from 1,500 to 4,200 direct high-paying jobs over a 10-year period. Direct wages for the area of $.3 to $1.3B and direct tax revenue of $130 to $460M.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $10M GR & TF, VETOED. $8M R Request in Edu. Budget for UCF operating cost. Priority of Lockheed Martin.
TED DEO 2234 2 Urban League of Broward Broward, DuBose, Rogers, 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the Urban League of Broward County to County Duval, Orange, Christopher Smith be used for staff, outreach/marketing, and program/administrative Palm Beach, operations across the Urban League network of affiliates. Total Project Pinellas Budget is $2M.
2. Importance: The Florida Consortium of Urban Leagues have: placed 570 Florida residents in jobs; helped 1,305 Florida residents receive financial education; impacted 465 business through technical assistance, education and coaching in 734 hours of counseling; and 1,711 Florida residents received homebuyer education resulting increased opportunities for home purchases.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $2.5M. FY 2014-15: $2M. FY 2013-14: $1.2M. Initial ROI response.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 3 The Idea Center at Miami- Miami-Dade Jose Diaz, Diaz de 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides $500K for The Idea Center at Miami-Dade College Dade College la Portilla to purchase the equipment and the technological infrastructure as well as costs of hiring professional instructors needed to properly educate computer science students. Total Budget is $1M.
2. Importance: According to reports by DEO, IT is the 4th largest middle- skill occupation family with evidence of employment growth and there is currently a supply gap in Florida of IT professionals. The Idea Center fully trains students in computer science in 16-weeks in IT programs such as computer programming skills - CS50x Miami, computer tech support - GenerationIT, digital marketing - MarketHack, drone navigation - DronesUp, and product development skills - Make1. In one year, expect to graduate a total of 630 students.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $1M GR for Emerging Tech-Based Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Miami-Dade College, VETOED.
TED DEO 2234 4 Beaver Street Enterprise 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides $300K NR GR for the Beaver Street Enterprise Center Center.
2. Importance: BSEC provides client tenants with essential support opportunities including: entrepreneurial workshops, seminar and technical assistance for young businesses, business mentoring, financial literacy coaching, and below-market leasing rates. Since 2003, helped launch more than 100 new businesses, created over 2K jobs, $300M economic impact and voted business incubator of the year by National Business Incubator Association in 2010.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 5 Florida-Israel Business Hillsborough, Brandes, Jack 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funds to support the establishment and operational Accelerator Pasco, Pinellas Latvala, Young costs of the accelerator program including: workspace; relocation assistance; providing access to funding; partner and customer connections; special benefits (amazon web services, Microsoft BizPark, etc.); and the full program efforts (access to marketing, business dev., public relations, training, talent acquisition, and immigration and incorporation specialists. Total project budget $2.36M.
2. Importance: Act as a conduit for Israeli entrepreneurs to open a Tampa Bay (TB) based US headquarter responsible for sales, marketing, tech support and customer service for the N. and S. American markets. Mission is to provide Israeli startups with the resources needed to launch and succeed in the US while creating jobs and boosting the high-tech eco system in the Bay area. Tampa JCC intends to host 2 cohorts per year, of 10 companies in each cohort for a total of 20 Israeli high-tech startups establishing headquarters in the TB area. Generate 60-80 new direct jobs annually and over 200 jobs indirectly within firms that service them.
3. Other: Priority of Major Bob Buckhorn.
TED DEO 2234 6 Tampa Innovation Alliance Hillsborough, Young 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funds for planning and development of key Manatee, priorities within the Alliance boundaries such as development into a high- Pasco, technology innovation district that utilizes existing community assists and Pinellas, Polk encourages the growth of targeted sectors to create a vibrant economic zone.
2. Importance: Hillsborough Co. has already committed $2M. As a direct result of funds, areas would see an expected increase in private capital involvement and expansion of targeted companies both local and abroad.
3. Other: Total Requested: $3m.
FY 2015-16: $2m VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 7 eMerge Americas Miami-Dade 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the eMerge Americas Conference. Conference International Technology conference in Miami that seeks to connect innovators and technology as well as advance trade between FL and emerging markets in Central and S. America. Funds will be used for marketing, registration, speakers, etc.
2. Importance: Serves as the platform where technology and innovation come together. Companies have the opportunity to showcase their innovation to public and private sector.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $1M GR & TF, VETOED. This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year.
TED DEO 2234 8 West End - StartUp FIU Miami-Dade Trujillo 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 1. Description: Same as West End StartUp. Provides $750K NR TF funds for a program interconnecting FIU with students and Alienware, Dell, Life Wallet, Top Solutions (Samsung Phone Repair Operations) and having the students work with all of these companies at the University. Funds used to dedicate on-campus entrepreneurship space that mixes students, faculty and early stage startups towards a goal of creating high impact companies; develop multiple networks to nurture promising startups like mentors, domain experts and seed/capital funding; create and deliver programs to educate participants on tech transfer process; develop cohort of FIU students to serve as apprentices at StartUp FIU.
2. Importance: Allows students to gain relevant and high-tech skills and training as well as assistance to patent process through the University. Leverage global, $1.6B company (DELL) with locally owned company (Topp) and FIU to generate innovation leading to better prepared workforce and new companies. Will provide testing ground for students to prototype inventions towards development of the minimum viable product.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 $500K, VETOED.
Supported by former Senator Rudy Garcia.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 9 Pensacola International Escambia Evers, Ingram - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for the Pensacola Intl. Airport Commerce Airport Commerce Park Park to expand the commercial aeronautical operations to allow for increased cargo carrier operations and larger aircraft maintenance operations on facility. Funds will be used on property acquisition, seller relocation, consulting fees, demolition, and infrastructure. Total project budget: $3,085,087.
2. Importance: Pensacola Intl. Airport generates an estimated annual economic impact of more than $565M and directly or indirectly supports more than 5700 jobs. Completion of the Airport Commerce Park will protect against incompatible uses nearby would could threaten existing jobs, as well as allow for the recruitment of aviation/aerospace sector businesses and other business entities to benefit from airport-adjacent facilities.
3. Other: Receiving $1,286,185 from FDOT. FY 15-16 $4M TF, VETOED. Phase 1 of the project received funding in FDOT work program and Phase II received funding in FDOT work program in FY 13/14. Priority of Mayor Ashton Hayward.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 10 Florida-Israel Business Hillsborough, Young - 750,000 750,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds to support the establishment and operational Accelerator Pasco, Pinellas costs of the accelerator program including: workspace; relocation assistance; providing access to funding; partner and customer connections; special benefits (amazon web services, Microsoft BizPark, etc.); and the full program efforts (access to marketing, business dev., public relations, training, talent acquisition, and immigration and incorporation specialists. Total project budget $2.36M.
2. Importance: Act as a conduit for Israeli entrepreneurs to open a Tampa Bay (TB) based US headquarter responsible for sales, marketing, tech support and customer service for the N. and S. American markets. Mission is to provide Israeli startups with the resources needed to launch and succeed in the US while creating jobs and boosting the high-tech eco system in the Bay area. Tampa JCC intends to host 2 cohorts per year, of 10 companies in each cohort for a total of 20 Israeli high-tech startups establishing headquarters in the TB area. Generate 60-80 new direct jobs annually and over 200 jobs indirectly within firms that service them.
3. Other: Priority of Major Bob Buckhorn.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 11 Florida Atlantic University Palm Beach Hager, Moraitis, - 750,000 750,000 - 1. Description: Provides $750K TF for the FAU tech runway. The Tech Tech Runway Jr., Sachs Runway is a South Florida public-private partnership formed in 2014 to foster technology start-ups. Funds will be used for office space. Total Project budget $2.85M.
2. Importance: Goal of the runway is to establish a formal program for mentoring entrepreneurs and their ventures based on the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Venture Mentoring Service (VMS). Focus is to combine VMS and Stanford's Lean Launchpad curriculum with University resources and local community expertise to create an ecosystem conductive to the development of successful technology and growth industry start-ups. Will create approx. 150 jobs.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $1M VETOED. FY 2014-15 $1M.
Priority of Rep. Hager, Economic Council of Palm Beach County, Inc, and Florida Power and Light.
TED DEO 2234 12 Tampa Innovation Alliance Hillsborough, Young - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for planning and development of key Manatee, priorities within the Alliance boundaries such as development into a high- Pasco, technology innovation district that utilizes existing community assists and Pinellas, Polk encourages the growth of targeted sectors to create a vibrant economic zone.
2. Importance: Hillsborough Co. has already committed $2M. As a direct result of funds, areas would see an expected increase in private capital involvement and expansion of targeted companies both local and abroad.
3. Other: Total Requested: $3m.
FY 2015-16: $2m VETOED.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 13 Florida Turbine Initiative Alachua, Goodson - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250K TF for salaries, tech support, Brevard, documentation, reporting, IT, convening and travel allowing Energy Florida Broward, and the Consortium for Advanced Production and Engineering of GAs Duval, Turbines and Rotating Machinery (CAPE) to highlight Florida within the Escambia, turbine industry. Total project budget is $600K. Hillsborough, Indian River, 2. Importance: Generates data on the specific business operations, Lake, Leon, manufacturing firms, suppliers, and related engineering and support Martin, Miami- services that comprise FL's turbine sector as well as their location, Dade, Orange, employee base and profile, current business networks and key business Osceola, Palm opportunities and challenges. In addition, this FL Turbine seeks to create a Beach, database of talent and resources for turbine industry and positions FL as a Pinellas, Polk, global hub for turbine technology. Seminole, St. Lucie, Volusia 3. Other:
TED DEO 2234 14 Delray Beach CRA Palm Beach Powell, Sachs - 125,000 125,000 - 1. Description: Provides $125K TF to be leveraged with the CRA funds for Business Incubator the conversion of a 15K sq ft warehouse to an 18k sq ft arts/business incubator containing a minimum of 24 studios, gallery space, classroom/workshop space, business incubator space, and maker space. Total project budget $2.8M.
2. Importance: Will create 25-50 jobs. Incubator will promote economic development by encouraging the establishment and growth of small businesses, promoting cultural tourism and ensuring access to the arts. Estimated economic impact over 5 year period is $62.8M.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2234 15 MAF Center for Advanced - 400,000 400,000 - 1. Description: Provides $400K TF for state match to the Manufacturer's Manufacturing Excellence, Association of Florida's Center for Advanced manufacturing Excellence, Inc. - FloridaMakes applied to the annual federal grant received from the National Institute for Science and Technology (NIST) for Florida's Manufacturing Extension Partnership Center in Florida.
2. Importance: The purpose of the Center is to provide manufacturing extension services to small and medium-sized manufacturers in the state of Florida that will enhance productivity, innovative capacity, technological performance, and global competitiveness. The Center is part of the national system of Manufacturing Extension Partnership service providers.
3. Other: FY 2016-17 Gov Rec. FY 2015-16 Appropriated $400K. Provided initial ROI response.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 16 All Children's Research Pinellas, Brandes, Sprowls - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M TF for the All Children's Research Zone at the Zone {Statewide} All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg. The funds will be used for salaries, research, and infrastructure.
2. Importance: State's only pediatric research biorepository, the Johns Hopkins Medicine Biorepository, designed to collect and store patient specimens to support future research for specific patients or pediatric ailments. Approx. 200 new people will work in the new building including nurses, faculty, educators, researchers, physicians, and support staff. The state's anticipated ROI is $4.5M annually.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $2M for the All Children's Hospital project to hire new personnel to the Pediatric Research Zone and purchase new research equipment; VETOED. FY 2014-15 $2M.
TED DEO 2234 17 Southwest Florida Collier Collier Passidomo, - 2,000,000 2,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for the Collier County Immokalee/Naples County Immokalee/Naples Richter business Accelerator Programs. The funds will be used to build, manage, Business Accelerator and seed operational funds for 2 SWFL Business Incubators: Immokalee Program and Naples. Total project cost is $6.05M. Immokalee: $3.75M Agr business/Culinary Business Accelerator, UF/IFAS Managed Food Science/Safety Laboratory, UF Proof of Concept Enclosed High Tech Green House. Naples: $2.3M 10K sq ft. high tech Class A space to support, mentor, and launch soft-landed companies in applied healthcare and health info. $250K in GR for the Gulf Coast Institute
2. Importance: The accelerator would employ 8 new workers when the project begins in year 1. By Year 5, the accelerator will employ 86 workers creating 162 indirect jobs for a total of 248. The jobs created by the company generate an average of $7.95million annually in personal income in its first 5 years of operation. To date 18 companies have been recruited, 24 jobs created, av. starting salary: $86K.
3. Other: FY 2014-15 $2.5M. FY 15-16 $1.8M revert and reappropriate, VETOED. Priority of Rep. Passidomo and Collier County.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 18 International Consortium for Osceola, La Rosa, Jack - 613,431 613,431 - 1. Description: Provides funding for the completion of the FL Advanced Advanced Manufacturing {Statewide} Latvala Manufacturing and Research Center - FAMRC complex. Total Project Research Request is $10M. UF,USF, FIU dedicated $250K each. Osceola county providing $140M.
2. Importance: ICAMR is the only advanced materials manufacturing development center focused on the integration of semiconductor based processes and materials into future products like smarter sensor and photonics devices. Serves as a one-stop shop for development and integration of advanced devices and materials providing access to materials. Accelerate technology commercialization by providing solutions to fill technology and capability gaps across multiple technology fields. The center is currently being built with a planned completion date for early 2017. A 200+ acre land space has been dedicated for this project and future high tech firms. Over a 10-year period, anticipated 4K-5K high tech jobs.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $10M GR & TF, VETOED. $8M R Request in Edu. Budget for UCF operating cost. Priority of Lockheed Martin.
TED DEO 2234 19 Scripps Florida Biotech {Statewide} Abruzzo, Jack - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M TF for the Scripps Florida Biotech Partnership Latvala Partnership. Funds will be used to assist in hiring more scientists which will generate more NIH funding.
2. Importance: For every $1 received from the NIH, the state receives $1.70 to $3.20 of economic output (1). For Scripps, that translates to an economic effect of $250 - $470 Million.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $1.5M TF, VETOED. FY 2014-15 $3M for equipping a robotics lab.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 20 City of South Bay Park of Palm Beach Abruzzo, Jack - 470,900 470,900 - 1. Description: Provides $470,900 in NR TF to satisfy the City's mortgage Commerce - Inland Latvala, Rader with the State for the Park of Commerce land. Logistics Center
2. Importance: Upon approval of mortgage forgiveness, a proposed developer would be provided to completely build-out a 98.28 acres of undeveloped land with occupants that would reinforce the City's Park of Commerce image, and increase the labor force of the community. Objective for Park of Commerce is to achieve a mixed use development project that provides a catalyst for redevelopment of City of South Bay area. The development plans for the Adjacent ILC presently include up to 10 million sq ft of warehousing, container parking, logistics operations and supporting services, generating significant economic activity.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $470.9K, VETOED.
TED DEO 2234 21 Urban League of Broward Broward, DuBose, Rogers, - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for the Urban League of Broward County to County Duval, Orange, Christopher Smith be used for staff, outreach/marketing, and program/administrative Palm Beach, operations across the Urban League network of affiliates. Total Project Pinellas Budget is $2M.
2. Importance: The Florida Consortium of Urban Leagues have: placed 570 Florida residents in jobs; helped 1,305 Florida residents receive financial education; impacted 465 business through technical assistance, education and coaching in 734 hours of counseling; and 1,711 Florida residents received homebuyer education resulting increased opportunities for home purchases.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $2.5M. FY 2014-15: $2M. FY 2013-14: $1.2M. Initial ROI response.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 22 Tallahassee International Leon Montford, - 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides $1M TF for facilitate commercial intrastate air Airport Rehwinkel service between Tallahassee and Ft. Lauderdale in an effort to reduce air Vasilinda, travel to Tallahassee. funds will be used to reach an agreement with Williams JetBlue to bring direct service from Ft. Lauderdale to Tallahassee. Total project budget $3M.
2. Importance: Through recent airline mergers and a global economic recession, TLH has been left with a reduced airline presence and less passenger seats per day. Reduced seat capacity has led to a direct increase of 65% for airfares in Tallahassee, making it the fourth most expensive city in the continental United States for air travel. Investment in a state funded Air Service Enhancement Program, will yield significant economic benefits for the entire state and strengthen TLH's position as the premier airport for Tallahassee and its surrounding market area. This opportunity is hoped to aid in luring the UPS operations from A bany, GA to Tallahassee.
3. Other: Priority of Rewinkel Vasilinda.
TED DEO 2234 23 Center for Advanced Lake, Orange, Hays, Metz - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides $250K NR TF for the Center for Advanced Manufacturing at Lake Tech Osceola, Manufacturing at Lake Tech. Funds will be used for construction of a Seminole, training facility including the renovation of two existing buildings and Sumter construction of two new buildings in order to accommodate demand and fill the current waitlist (approx. 20 students per semester). Total project budget is $4.97M.
2. Importance: Will allow Lake Technical College to 50-75 students a year in occupations including Computer Numeric Control (CNC), Welding, Machining and Fabrication. Central FL Talent Gap Study identified 500 job openings for Assembling, CNC Machining, Welding and similar occupations. Companies within Central FL region have identified an additional need of 735 positions within the next five years and the Center for Advanced Manufacturing training facility at Lake Tech will help fill this gap with FL residents. Annual economic output approx. $13M, while generating $3.5M in personal income and 80 total jobs.
3. Other: FY $229K. Priority of Sen. Hays, Rep. Metz and Orlando Economic Development Commission.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 24 South Florida Economic {Statewide} Jose Diaz - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Provides $500K TF for the South Florida Economic Development Development District's District's Statewide Industry Cluster Analysis. Funds will be used to fund Statewide Industry Cluster data collection, locally-executed research, surveys and interviews of key FL Analysis businesses, and cluster and asset mapping on a regional/statewide scale. Total project budget $2.5M.
2. Importance: Project will provide an equip the state's economic development organizations and communities with a methodology and body of knowledge, and actionable recommendations which will strengthen FL's collective efforts to attract and retain target industry businesses. Project will identify statistically valid sample of FL's Target Industry businesses, key suppliers to these businesses and their locations, and supply chain difficulties that may be improved by having supplier companies in closer proximity.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2234 25 West End Tech Center Miami-Dade Trujillo - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Same as West End StartUp. Provides $500K NR TF funds for a program interconnecting FIU with students and Alienware, Dell, Life Wallet, Top Solutions (Samsung Phone Repair Operations) and having the students work with all of these companies at the University. Funds used to dedicate on-campus entrepreneurship space that mixes students, faculty and early stage startups towards a goal of creating high impact companies; develop multiple networks to nurture promising startups like mentors, domain experts and seed/capital funding; create and deliver programs to educate participants on tech transfer process; develop cohort of FIU students to serve as apprentices at StartUp FIU.
2. Importance: Allows students to gain relevant and high-tech skills and training as well as assistance to patent process through the University. Leverage global, $1.6B company (DELL) with locally owned company (Topp) and FIU to generate innovation leading to better prepared workforce and new companies. Will provide testing ground for students to prototype inventions towards development of the minimum viable product.
3. Other: FY 2015-16 $500K, VETOED.
Supported by former Senator Rudy Garcia.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 26 Southwest Florida Collier Collier Passidomo, - 250,000 250,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for the Collier County Immokalee/Naples County Immokalee/Naples Richter business Accelerator Programs. The funds will be used to build, manage, Business Accelerator and seed operational funds for 2 SWFL Business Incubators: Immokalee Program and Naples. Total project cost is $6.05M. Immokalee: $3.75M Agr business/Culinary Business Accelerator, UF/IFAS Managed Food Science/Safety Laboratory, UF Proof of Concept Enclosed High Tech Green House. Naples: $2.3M 10K sq ft. high tech Class A space to support, mentor, and launch soft-landed companies in applied healthcare and health info. $250K in GR for the Gulf Coast Institute
2. Importance: The accelerator would employ 8 new workers when the project begins in year 1. By Year 5, the accelerator will employ 86 workers creating 162 indirect jobs for a total of 248. The jobs created by the company generate an average of $7.95million annually in personal income in its first 5 years of operation. To date 18 companies have been recruited, 24 jobs created, av. starting salary: $86K.
3. Other: FY 2014-15 $2.5M. FY 15-16 $1.8M revert and reappropriate, VETOED. Priority of Rep. Passidomo and Collier County.
TED DEO 2234 27 eMerge Americas Miami-Dade - 500,000 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for the eMerge Americas Conference. Conference International Technology conference in Miami that seeks to connect innovators and technology as well as advance trade between FL and emerging markets in Central and S. America. Funds will be used for marketing, registration, speakers, etc.
2. Importance: Serves as the platform where technology and innovation come together. Companies have the opportunity to showcase their innovation to public and private sector.
3. Other: FY 15-16 $1M GR & TF, VETOED. This is a multi-year project requiring funding from the state for more than one year.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEO 2234 28 Enterprise Florida - Africa {Statewide} Galvano - 259,500 259,500 - 1. Description: Provides $259,500 NR to conduct 2 targeted trade missions Trade Expansion Program to key markets in Africa with high potential for FL exporters, provide target sector grants to new-to-market FL manufacturers and high tech companies seeking to enter African markets and provide Gold Key matchmaking grants to eligible FL companies. Total project budget $259,900.
2. Importance: Diversifying exports to new markets, FL companies can safeguard jobs and increase profitability. Africa has excellent long term potential and FL is closest state, geographically, to Africa.
3. Other:
TED DEO 2242 1 Space Tourism Industry - 1,500,000 1,500,000 - 1. Description: Recurring funds are used to market and promote the space tourism industry in the State of Florida. Funds may be used to support marketing and promotion initiatives undertaken by businesses engaged in or relating tot he space tourism industry.
2. Importance: Space Florida shall submit a report to the Governor, Chairs of the Senate and House Appropriations Committees and to the Department of Economic Opportunity. Report at a minimum should include an overview of the marketing initiatives executed; consumer reach of the marketing initiatives executed; methods, strategies; total expenditures, and total impact achieved.
3. Other: $1.5M for Space Tourism is part of Space Florida's base budget.
GGU DFS 2289 1 FLAIR Staff Augmentation {Statewide} 1,927,520 79,706 2,007,226 1,228,151 1. Description: Provides funding to hire outside consultants knowledgeable in the computer language needed to continue supporting the Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) system until the replacement system is in place.
2. Importance: The function of FLAIR application development and support is currently maintained by full time employees. The coding language for FLAIR is outdated and the resources needed to support the application are becoming more limited. Although the department has advertised vacant positions and attended job recruitment fairs, it is still difficult to attract full time employees with accounting knowledge and experience with Natural since that technology is not widely used.
3. Other: Not included in Governor's Rec budget. AST has since obtained the information and is comfortable with the proviso requirements. $699,369 recurring, $1,228,151 nonrecurring, $79,706 Admin TF recurring
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments GGU DFS 2317 A 1 FLAIR Replacement {Statewide} - 5,906,982 5,906,982 - 1. Description: Provides funding to allow DFS to complete the Pre-Design, Development, and Implementation phase and begin Phase 1 of the replacement of the Florida Accounting Information Resource System (FLAIR) and Cash Management System (CMS). DFS shall not alter the components of FLAIR and CMS or the membership, voting requirements, and role of the Steering Committee, included in the Project Management Plan submitted for release of the funds.
2. Importance: FLAIR is an antiquated system that runs on a platform and language that is outdated.
3. Other: Not included in Governor's recommended budget.
A key piece of the FLAIR replacement this year has surrounded around the Governance of the project. The final agreed upon governance is as follows: the CFO is the Chair, 6 from DFS appointed by the CFO, 2 from DMS appointed by the DMS Secretary, 2 from EOG appointed by the Governor, 1 from DOR appointed by the Executive Director of DOR, 3 agency representatives appointed by the Governor.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments GGU DFS 2369 A Special Categories - Broward, Nunez 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Provides funding to conduct research related to firefighters' Transfer To University Of Hillsborough, occupational exposure to carcinogens and other chemicals and how this Miami - Sylvester Miami-Dade impacts their likelihood of developing cancer. Comprehensive Cancer 2. Importance: This continued collaboration will provide firefighters access Center - Firefighters Cancer to cancer screenings to enable prevention and earlier detection of the Research disease.
3. Other: $965,000 was appropriated in FY 2015-16.
ROI: FY 2015-16 $965K Responded to the ROI letter- The project will survey an estimated 1,000 firefighters, collect and store blood samples for future research, screen at least 600 men and women for colorectal cancer and 500 women for HPV. The project quarterly report, for the period ending December 31, 2015, indicates they are developing technology for measuring exposure to toxic chemicals and developing technology for protecting firefighters by improving the function and design of their gear. Contract signed mid-February- quarterly report indicates project is on schedule.
FY 2016-17: $1,500,000 funding will expand the cancer survey and screenings to include fire departments in Miami- Beach, Coral Gables, Broward and Hillsborough County.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments GGU DFS 2466 A Special Categories - {Statewide} Nunez - 850,000 850,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for the Florida Public Hurricane Loss Transfer To Florida Model flood enhancements. International University - Enhancements To The 2. Importance: In 2014, S. 627.715, FS - "Flood Insurance" was created to Florida Public Hurricane provide a framework for a private, personal lines flood insurance market in Loss Model Florida. In establishing a private flood insurance market, an appropriation was give to Fla. International University to enhance the Florida Public Hurricane Model to include the peril of flood as an output.
Flood models account for the complex variables that give rise to damaging floods to help insurers make informed decisions, develop effective risk management strategies, and discover profitable business opportunities.
The model acts as a check and balance to private models in determining property insurance premiums and has led in some cases to lower rates and savings for consumers and in other cases to more adequate rates to ensure company solvency.
3. Other: Not included in Governor's recommended budget or DFS LBR. This is a continuation of funding as the Florida Commission on Hurricane Loss Projection Methodology continues to set standards for flood models.
GGU DFS 2466 B Special Categories - {Statewide} Nunez - 212,000 212,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for FIU's Wall of Wind (WOW) to upgrade Transfer To Florida its software, replace a fan motor system, recalibrate existing instruments by International University - a third party laboratory and improve lighting which will allow for higher Enhancements To The Wall quality videos recording. Of Wind 2. Importance: The WOW facility is capable of performing controlled testing in flows that replicate hurricane winds up to Category 5 and accompanied by wind-driven rain. Full-scale experimentation results are applied to improve Florida Building Code's wind load provisions on building roof mounted equipment for the State of Florida, including its High Velocity Hurricane Zones. Research collaboration has encompassed various engineering fields including wind, civil, mechanical, and structural engineering in addition to architecture.
3. Other: Not included in Governor's recommended budget or DFS LBR. $300,000 was appropriated in FY 2014-15.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments GGU DFS 2501 1 REAL Transition and {Statewide} - 1,871,600 1,871,600 - 1. Description: Provides funding to allow OFR to transition to a new Operations and operations and maintenance vendor for its Regulatory Enforcement and Maintenance Licensing System (REAL). Funding is based on a business case study that indicated 9 outside expert contractors will be needed to continue REAL. 2. Importance: Funds will be used for REAL system support services and knowledge transfer during the transition period. The REAL System is critical to Office-wide operations, and combines core processes for licensing, investigation, examination, legal and complaint functions. The REAL contract ends on 06/30/17 and will need a new system support contract in FY 16/17. According to the office, an overlap of the existing and successor contracts in FY 16/17 is crucial to ensuring system operations of the office.
3. Other: Governor's recommended budget included $200,000 from AST recommendation based on REAL's previous contract renegotiation at minimal levels. Proviso requires OFR to submit quarterly status reports which detail the progress of the competitive solicitation and the development, migration, and deployment of the system enhancements; completion dates; costs incurred; and risks being managed.
GGU DFS 2501 2 Migration of Financial {Statewide} - 6,927,000 6,927,000 - 1. Description: Provides funding for the Office of Financial Regulation to Institutions and Custom upgrade its web portal and migrate the Division of Financial Institutions to Built REAL Web Portal the Regulatory Enforcement and Licensing System (REAL). 2. Importance: The REAL web portal is no longer being supported by the software manufacturer. Replacing the portal would eliminate risks and challenges associated with it. When the REAL System was originally implemented, the Office's Division of Financial Institutions did not incorporate its business processes into the functions of the REAL System. Therefore the Division of Financial Institutions does not currently benefit from the enhancements provided by the REAL System, and instead has continued to utilize multiple databases, spreadsheets and manual processes to perform its functions.
3. Other: Not included in Governor's recommended budget. Proviso requires OFR to submit quarterly status reports which will detail the progress of the competitive solicitation and the development, migration, and deployment of the system enhancements; completion dates; costs incurred; and any risks being managed.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DEM 2568 1 Emergency Operations Brevard Altman, Workman 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 3,000,000 1. Description: Provides funding to complete the architectural and Center - Brevard County engineering design phase of expanding the Brevard County Emergency Operations Center.
2. Importance: Project will allow Brevard County to create a fully functional and appropriately-sized Emergency Operations Center which would benefit Brevard County residents and millions of visitors by being sufficiently resilient to manage emergencies that will occur. A study shows that there is a $4 benefit for ever $1 spent on mitigation. The project will create 244 temporary jobs in the construction and associated industries.
3. Other: H-$3M; S-$1M. Total project budget is $23M. This project requires multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Thad Altman and Rep. Ritch Workman.
TED DEM 2568 2 Emergency Operations Brevard Goodson 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to construct a stand-alone Center - City of Cocoa facility of 4,108 sq.ft. to sufficiently provide space for a coordinated response between the city and Central Brevard County.
2. Importance: Project will provide a single facility from which to manage a coordinated response due to natural or man-made disaster; especially one that would result in the disruption of potable water service. 3. Other: H-$500K; S-$0. Total budget cost is $1.8M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Tom Goodson.
TED DEM 2568 3 Emergency Operations 50,000 - 50,000 50,000 Center-Permanent Generator for Lift Station- City of Plantation
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED HSM 2627 1 Fraud Detection Services- {Statewide} Avila - 1,750,000 1,750,000 - 1) Description: Software and services that will automate data analysis and Online Driver License and produce threat assessment scores on DHSMV license requests. DHSMV Identification Card Renewal currently analyzes only a fraction of all license renewals for fraud. Phase 1 will uses advanced analytics to detect fraud in online renewal transactions for both driver license and identification cards.
2) Importance: DHSMV is the validator of identities not just an issuer of identities. A driver license is a key element to qualify for Florida public benefits. Currently 200,392 identity theft complaints in Florida with an average cost of $2,000 per incident.
3) Other: Not in Gov Recs or the LBR because the agency had to prioritize their technology requests.
ROI: This could help prevent fraud from occurring in other agencies' public benefits programs.
TED HSM 2627 2 American Bikers Aiming Baxley, Evers - 300,000 300,000 - 1) Description: To promote motorcycle safety and awareness to save lives Toward Education of and reduce injuries to motorcyclists. As soon as the funds are received, Florida, Inc. (ABATE) billboards, radio ads and promotional items will be purchased
2) Importance: ABATE is seeking to increase road safety through the use of a $2.50 tax that is collected with motorcycle registrations.
3) Other: G-$0 S-$0
Abate requested $150k in FY '15'16 but was vetoed.
Requested $0 in '14-'15 and '13-'14.
Requested $250k in '12-'13 and was vetoed
Requested $250k in '11-'12 and '10-'11 and was appropriated with proviso.
GGU DMS 2688 2 Information Technology Leon - 50,000 50,000 - 1. Description: Upgrade of current IT research and advisory services to a Research and Advisory CIO License. Current funds for these type services is $50,000. An Services for the Department additional $50,000 will provide upgraded services. of Management Services 2. Importance: CIO License Upgrade provides enhanced services
3. Other: Not included in Agency's LBR or Gov's Recs.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments GGU DMS 2699 1 Unamortized Tenant Leon 74,267 - 74,267 74,267 1. Description: For tenant improvements made to leased space in the Improvements - Oakland Bldg, owned by Protective Life Insurance Co., that was vacated by Southwood/Oakland Bldg SSRC on Nov. 15, 2013. Lease ended Feb. 29, 2016. This is final payment.
2. Importance: Section 8 of Lease Number 720:0158 authorizes reimbursement. Proviso requires owner to sign a waiver releasing the state or any agency from any claims for leased spaced between the dates of July 1, 2015 through Feb. 29, 2016 (8 months at $9283.33 per month).
3. Other: Issue was funded in 2015-16 for $181,025 for the period Nov 15, 2013 through June 30, 2015 (19.5 months at $9283.33 per month.).
Not in Gov's Recs.
GGU DMS 2838 2 SLRS Staff and {Statewide} - 933,800 933,800 - 1. Description: Provides funding for 1 year for staff augmentation Augmentation for New ($933,800) in management consulting during the competitive procurement Competitive Solicitation and process that will result in a new contract to replace the existing Statewide IV and V Law Enforcement Radio System (SLERS) contract which ends June 30, 2021.
2. Importance: The 3 positions (Project Manager, Technical Project manager, and Procurement Development manager) and associated IV & V staff will handle the competitive procurement process, including, but not limited to: project plan management, consultation with the agency, evaluation of responses, and negotiation with respondents. New proviso requires the dept., when scoring proposals, consider any respondent's ability to leverage existing resources to the public's best interest.
3. Other: Current year funding: $810,304 (for Staff Augmentation only)
ROI: Improved Officer safety through expanded radio coverage, creates a non-propriety competitive marketplace for radio equipment purchases, and builds interoperability with local governments.
Also funded but not referenced in proviso is nonrecurring funding $150,000 for Independent Verification and Validation (IV & V) of the re-procurement.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments GGU DMS 2843 A Special Categories - {Statewide} Workman 7,000,000 - 7,000,000 7,000,000 1. Description: Provides $7 million to replace radios and associated Purchase Of Replacement accessories for the Fish and Wildlife Commission and the Dept. of Radios For The Statewide Business and Professional Regulation that operate on the Statewide Law Law Enforcement Radio Enforcement Radio System (SLERS) and that have reached their end-of- System life or end of support date.
2. Importance: All replaced radios must be able to operate both P25 and EDACS EA radio support systems. The funds shall be placed in reserve. The Department of Management Services shall develop an implementation plan which identifies by eligible state agency the number and type of radios that will be replaced and a timeline for completing the replacement.
3. Other: $7 million was provided in 2015-16 for replacement as well.
GGU DMA 2952 1 National Guard Financial {Statewide} Jack Latvala 500,000 - 500,000 - 1. Description: Provides $500,000 in support to Florida National Guard Assistance Foundation (Foundation) to help soldiers and their families who have situations classified as Acts of God or Fault of the Guard. The money provided goes towards Housing (50%), Food (7.55%), Child Care (2.08%), Utilities (8.23%), Vehicle (15.74%), Medical (4.68%), Mortgage Insurance (3.38%), and other problems that arise (8.28%). The Foundation also funds college scholarships for the children of the National Guard up to $20,000 each year.
2. Importance: This issue was not in the Governor's recs nor in the House. The Foundation has indicated donations have decreased.
3. Other: This was not recommended by the Agency in their budget.
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TED DOS 3077 A 1 Pioneer Museum - Dade Pasco Burgess, Jr., 53,500 - 53,500 53,500 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to construct an ADA City Simpson compliant free-standing bathroom (2 ADA stalls, 3 regular, 3 urinals, and 363 sq. ft.) and an ADA compliant toilet facility.
2. Importance: Project funding will allow the Museum to meet obligations to disabled attendees while creating a maximum of 2 jobs.
3. Other: Vetoed FY 15-16: $50K. $H-$53,500; S-$53,500. Total project budget is $153,500. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Wilton Simpson and Rep. Danny Burgess.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3077 A 2 Bethel African Methodist Pinellas Rouson 340,956 - 340,956 340,956 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to restore interior walls and Episcopal Church art glass windows, replace the roof, and paint and seal the entire exterior of Restoration - St. Petersburg the building.
2. Importance: Project funding provides restoration of a conferred historic landmark since 1988 by the City of St. Petersburg. The creation of two staff members will be created as a result of this project. 3. Other: Vetoed FY 15-16: $240,956. H-$150K; S-$340,956. FY 16-17 total project cost is $340,956. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Darryl Rouson.
TED DOS 3077 A 3 Marjory Stoneman Douglas Miami-Dade Flores 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to enable the Center to Biscayne Nature Center enhance and add exhibits and landscaping. This will allow Florida visitors and residents to become familiar with are ecosystems while teaching and informing them of current issues and concerns preserving and conserving nature.
2. Importance: Funding this project will provide the Center with the ability to hire exhibit designers and landscape architects to implement the project. The expected ROI is twentyfold and will create an estimated 20 new design and implementation jobs. An estimated 6 new interpretive jobs could be created after the project is complete.
3. Other: H-$0; S-$500K. Total project budget is $750K. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Anitere Flores.
TED DOS 3077 A 4 Historic Wauchula City Hardee Galvano, Grimsley 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to enhance the Historic Hall/Auditorium Restoration Wauchula City Hall auditorium by increasing ADA accessibility, reconstructing the backstage area, replacing missing ceiling tiles, etc.
2. Importance: Project funding will allow the facility to serve as an asset to promote potential businesses looking to open or relocate. Additionally, enhancing the venue will create more well-rounded children/youth. Eventually, one full-time staff person and two full-time equivalents will be needed.
3. Other: H-$0; S-$500K. Total project budget is $1.4M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sens. Galvano and Grimsley.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3077 A 5 Vizcaya Museum and Diaz de la Portilla, 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to protect National Historic Gardens Trust, Inc. Jose Rodriguez Landmark Interiors and Art Collections by replacing/repairing the roof windows, doors, etc .
2. Importance: Project provides funding to renovate the Museum which has an annual $50M impact on the South Florida tourism and hospitality industry while supporting 550 jobs. 3. Other: Vetoed FY 15-16: $400K. H-$0; S-$1M. FY 16-17 total project cost is $250K. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Miguel Diaz de la Portilla and Rep. Jose Javier Rodriguez.
TED DOS 3077 A 6 Clearwater Historical Pinellas Chris Latvala, 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to convert the historic former Society-Historic South Jack Latvala South Ward School into a historical and cultural center through major Ward School roofing repairs, painting, etc.
2. Importance: Project funding will provide increased economic activity, cultural enrichment, and an indeterminate number of jobs.
3. Other: Vetoed FY 15-16 $204,340. H-$0; S-$843,500. FY 16-17 total budget is $843,500. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sens. Jack Latvala and Chris Latvala.
TED DOS 3077 A 7 Hotel Ponce De Leon Clay, Duval, Cummings, 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to install new roofing on Restoration Flagler, Hutson buildings, repair chimneys, install lightning protection, repair/replace Putnam, St. windows, doors and trim throughout the Dining Hall, Kenan Hall, the Edison Johns Boiler Building and Artists' Studios, and other areas of Hotel Ponce de Leon in St. Augustine.
2. Importance: The funding will contr bute revenues through sales and tourism taxes. Based on investment to date, Flagler College construction projects generate an average of 6:1 private to public investment. A total of 53 jobs are anticipated to be created through this project. 3. Other: Vetoed FY 15-16: $2M. Current year funding $10,000 in Historic Preservation Grants. H-$0; S-$1M. FY 16-17 total project cost is $2M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is a priority of Rep. Travis Cummings.
TED DOS 3077 A 8 USS Adams Duval Bradley, 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to restore and develop the McBurney mooring system at the historic Shipyards property as well as the public space for safe access to the ship from the uplands.
2. Importance: Project will provide an estimated $1.86M in state tales taxes, $310K in annual local sales tax, and 161 jobs. 3. Other: Vetoed in FY 15-16: $1M. H-$125K; S-$500K. Total project budget is $5.2M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Charles McBurney.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3077 A 9 Deering Estate - Cultural Miami-Dade, Bileca, Margolis 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to help construct a 3,000 sq. and Ecological Field Station {Statewide} ft. Discovery Center with Hydrology/Soil Lab and wetland observation deck on the Cutler Sough Rehydration Project site as well as upgrade the structure to include ADA access, fire, water & sewer and architectural services.
2. Importance: Project funding provides direct support of heritage and ecotourism industries, training opportunities for students and faculty at public universities and enhance awareness which leads into career pathing. The project will create five on site and an undetermined number in related STEM industries jobs. 3. Other: H-$0; S-$500K. Total project budget is $8.5M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Michael Bileca and Sen. Gwen Margolis.
TED DOS 3077 A 10 William Weech American Monroe Bullard, Hukill, 154,000 - 154,000 154,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to install code compliant Legion Post 168 - Key West Raschein plumbing and electrical systems, construct ADA compliant restroom and ramp, and install a mechanical air conditioning system.
2. Importance: Project funding provides restoration to the William Weech American Legion Post 168, an African-American building currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The ROI will be the sales tax generated from the additional estimated $10K to $20K per month from various activities at the American Legion and job creation for positions in the Post.
3. Other: Vetoed FY 15-16 $154K. H-$0; S-$154K. FY 16-17 total project cost is $360,500. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is a priority of Rep. Holly Raschein.
TED DOS 3077 A 11 Wells Built Museum Orange Thompson 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to create a digital collection of high resolution images to preserve the museum's artifacts and market the collection via a promotional campaign.
2. Importance: Project funding provides the development of an online catalog of the Wells' Built collection. The project will expand tourism in Florida. Florida Historical Museums generate approximately $19M in taxes.
3. Other: FY 14-15 funding: $250K. Current year funding is $18,150 in Historic Preservation Small Matching grants. H-$0; S-$250K. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Geraldine Thompson.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3077 A 12 American Legion Orange Volusia Hukill 100,155 - 100,155 100,155 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to make needed emergency Baker Post 187 stabilization repairs due to severe storm damage.
2. Importance: Project funding will allow the City of DeLand to repair and preserve one of the few African-American Posts in existence in the State of Florida. Community education about the rich history of Post #187 will be continued for future generations to learn about the sacrifices and service of African Americans who served our country in the past and continue to serve today.
3. Other: H-$0; S-$100,155. This project does not require multi-year funding and is sponsored by Sen. Dorothy Hukill.
TED DOS 3077 A 13 Masonic Lodge - Rosewood 172,602 - 172,602 172,602
TED DOS 3077 A 14 Jake Gaither House Leon Williams 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to preserve a Historical Landmark, organize artifacts, acquire a curator, marketing campaign, and hire staff while helping to enhance the education opportunities of deserving students.
2. Importance: Project will provide support to state tourism and economic development initiatives while sustaining and maintaining programs and facilities personnel. Funding this project will create 8 jobs. 3. Other: Vetoed in FY 15-16: $125K. H-$0; S-$100K. Total project budget is $250K. This project may require two year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Alan Williams.
TED DOS 3077 A 15 Historic Captain Jeffries Pasco Burgess, Jr. 75,000 - 75,000 75,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to complete restoration of the House Restoration building including historic windows and doors, porch, electrical upgrades, floor leveling, HVAC, and handicapped access.
2. Importance: Project will provide restoration to one of only 10 places in Pasco County on the National Register of Historic Places which is vital for tourism while creating approximately 10 jobs. 3. Other: H-$0; S-$75K. FY 16-17 total project cost is $175K. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Danny Burgess.
TED DOS 3077 A 16 Historic Seminole Theater- 600,000 - 600,000 600,000 Homestead
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3097 A P Fixed Capital Outlay - 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 2,000,000 1. Description: Funds are awarded to local and county governments for Library Construction Grants the construction of public libraries. This includes the construction of new buildings and the acquisition, expansion or remodeling of existing buildings to be used for public l brary services.
2. Importance: Applications are ranked based on the point score, and the recommendation list is submitted to the Secretary of State for review and approval. The approved and ranked list is provided to the Legislature per Section 257.191, F.S.
3. Other: $2M was appropriated in the current year.
TED DOS 3097 A 1 Proviso - East Lake Pinellas Grant, Jack 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: The nonrecurring general revenue funds in Specific Community Library in Palm Latvala Appropriation 3097A shall be allocated to the East Lake Community Library Harbor in Palm Harbor. TED DOS 3102 A Special Categories - Grants 1,682,209 - 1,682,209 1,682,209 1. Description: Funds are awarded to cultural projects, programs, And Aids - Culture Builds exhibitions, or series taking place within the grant period. The three project Florida types include Arts in Education projects, Discipline-based cultural or artistic projects, and Underserved Cultural Community Development projects.
2. Importance: Panel recommendations are reported to the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and applications recommended for funding by the Council are merged into one list ranked by average score. This list is submitted to the Secretary of State for review and approval, and the approved list is provided to the Legislature per Section 265.286, F.S.
3. Other: $1.5M was appropriated in the current year.
TED DOS 3103 1 U.S. Space Walk of Fame Brevard, Indian Crisafulli, 600,000 - 600,000 600,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to fund salaries of Museum Museum - Titusville River, Orange, Goodson, staff; provide in-house and outreach education, marketing/promotions, Osceola, Workman museum refresh, maintenance and international tours. Seminole, Volusia 2. Importance: Project funding provides the expansion of educational outreach within the state regarding Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Strategic Thinking, Administration, Leadership and Teamwork. The ROI is a long term investment in preparing today's students for higher education and the ability to move into professional roles in our state. 3. Other: Vetoed FY 15-16: $200K. H-$600K; S-$0. FY 16-17 total project cost is $857K. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Reps. Steve Crisafulli, Tom Goodson, and Ritch Workman.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3103 2 Florida Orchestra Alachua, Grimsley 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to support a pilot program Residency Program Highlands, which will bring free, high-caliber live symphonic music to Alachua, Volusia Highlands, and Volusia counties while encouraging a lifelong appreciation of the arts.
2. Importance: Project funding provides high-caliber live symphonic music to communities which will encourage a lifelong appreciation of the arts and deepen the knowledge of and engagement in music. TFO is not able to measure the success of the performances monetarily but by the total number of community members that attend the performances. 3. Other: Prior year funding $150K in Cultural and Museum Grants. Vetoed FY 15-16: $225K. Current year funding $72,421 in Cultural and Museum Grants and $240K in Historic Preservation. H-$250K; S-$0. Ranked #104 in Cultural and Museum Grants. FY 16-17 total project cost is $750K. This project requires multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Denise Grimsley.
TED DOS 3103 3 Adrienne Arsht Center Miami-Dade Garcia 65,000 - 65,000 65,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to launch the implementation Performing Arts Program of a new children's literacy program which will improve reading and writing skills among primary students in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
2. Importance: Project funding provides improved writing skills and vocabulary development among participating children and improved teaching skills among participating teachers. This will serve as a model for partnerships between the public schools and private cultural organizations for the benefit of the community.
3. Other: Vetoed FY 15-16: $150K. H-$0; S-$65K. State funding received through June 30, 2015: $225K. This project is sponsored by Sen. Rene Garcia.
TED DOS 3103 4 Spady Museum 20,000 - 20,000 20,000 TED DOS 3103 5 Actor's Playhouse Garcia 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to allow the organization to Performing Arts Program provide the highest level of cultural offerings, build its infrastructure of professionals, and secure its succession for generations to come.
2. Importance: The funding will provide support for Mainstage and Children's Threatre cultural events, educational outreach programs with schools and social services, etc.
3. Other: Prior year funding $150K in Cultural and Museum Grants. Vetoed in FY 15-16: $200K. Ranked 9th on 2016-17 Cultural and Museum. Current year funding $74,777 in Cultural and Museum Grants. Total project budget is $3.6M. This project requires multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Rene Garcia.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3103 A Special Categories - Grants 480,000 - 480,000 480,000 And Aids - Fine Arts Endowment TED DOS 3103 B Special Categories - Grants 400,000 - 400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides recurring funding for technology and equipment And Aids - Florida African- acquisitions, content and exh bit development, preservation of documents American Heritage and artifacts, or other eligible expense as determined by the FAAHPN, Preservation Network activities that serve affiliates, including, but not limited to informational and technical assistance, professional development, marketing and promotions, regional or statewide conferences, or other activities that benefit the organization or its affiliates; and FAAHPN administrative costs.
2. Importance: The network uses the funds to sub grant to members for various projects. Each member of the network is still elig ble to apply for department and federal grants.
3. Other: Prior year funding: $400K. Current year funding: $400K.
TED DOS 3104 A Special Categories - Grants 500,000 - 500,000 - And Aids - Florida Endowment For The Humanities TED DOS 3105 A Special Categories - Florida {Statewide} Brandes, Jack 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 1. Description: Provides recurring funding to build on and continue the prior Holocaust Museum - St. Latvala, Peters year's upgrades of the Museum's infrastructure to support 21st Century Petersburg interactive exh bits, digital preservation and presentation of the testimonies of Holocaust Survivors and L berators, educational, exh bition, collection and conservation needs of the Museum, its collection and staff, including salaries.
2. Importance: Project funding provides resources that will enable the Museum to continue promoting the unique and economic relationship Florida has with Israel and its efforts to digitally preserve the testimonies of Holocaust survivors and liberators.
3. Other: Prior year funding $750K. Current year funding $750K. H-$0; S- $750. FY 16-17 total project cost is $750K. This project requires multi-year state funding and is a priority of Rep. Kathleen Peters and sponsored by Sen. Jeff Brandes.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3108 A 1 Polk Museum of Art - Highlands, Burton 150,000 - 150,000 150,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to expand the storage space Lakeland Hillsborough, for collections, remove outdated and dangerous fire suppression and alarm Orange, systems and replace it with new systems, and update the surveillance Osceola, system. Pinellas, Polk 2. Importance: Project funding will ensure safety of the public, staff and works of art at the Museum. Per an Economic Impact Study of Non-Profit Organizations in the City of Lakeland, each public dollar invested in the Polk Museum of Art yields a return of $6.68. 3. Other: Prior year funding $150K in Cultural and Museum Grants. Current year funding $69,328 in Cultural and Museum Grants. H-$150K; S-$0. Ranked 248th on 2016-17 Cultural and Museum grant list. FY 16-17 total project cost is $415,871. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Colleen Burton.
TED DOS 3108 A 2 Norton Museum of Art - Palm Beach Rooney, Jr. 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to add a 42K square foot West Palm Beach wing, 35% more exh bition space, new entrance plaza, 200 seat auditorium, an outdoor sculpture garden, a new restaurant, and more.
2. Importance: Funding this project will provide a ROI of $8 for every $1 invested in arts and culture; generates over $12M in direct annual economic impact; supports more than 350 jobs, will create 300 construction jobs, and sustain 90 local jobs; and generates additional revenue from restaurants, stores, etc. 3. Other: Prior year funding $150K in Cultural and Museum and $240K in Cultural Endowment. Vetoed in FY 15-16: $1M. Current year funding $73,581 in Cultural and Museum Grants. Ranked 4th on FY 2016-17 Cultural Facilities grant list. H-$300K; S-$1M. Total project budget is $84M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Patrick Rooney.
TED DOS 3108 A 3 Tampa Theatre Hillsborough Young 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to restore and renew the theatre. This includes the replacement of auditorium seats, upgraded ADA compliance, restoration of historic finishes, installation of modern production systems, etc.
2. Importance: Project funding will be used for critically needed electrical renovations and production systems modernization. The improvements will help the Theatre attract more events and audiences while having a $2M economic and 192 job impact. 3. Other: Prior year funding $150K in Cultural and Museum Grants and $300K in Cultural Facilities. Current year funding $72,163 in Cultural and Museum Grants. Ranked 30th on Cultural and Museum grants list. H- $500K; S-$1M. Total project budget is $4.8M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Jeff Brandes and Rep. Dana Young.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3108 A 4 Orlando Science Center Brevard, Lake, Miller, Soto 750,000 - 750,000 750,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to construct the Science, Orange, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Discovery Center at the Osceola, Polk, Orlando Science Center. Seminole, Volusia 2. Importance: Project provides funding to incorporate a proactive hands-on environment that serves audiences of all ages, enable the Orlando Science Center to reach 500K people annually, introduce and reinforce hard to teach science content. The project will create 25 construction jobs over the course of one year. 3. Other: Prior year funding $150K in Cultural and Museum Grants. Current year funding $69,328 in Cultural and Museum Grants. Ranked 63rd on FY 2016-17 Cultural and Museum grant list. H-$200K; S-$0. Total project budget is $2.1M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Mike Miller and Sen. Darren Soto.
TED DOS 3108 A 5 Military Museum of South Miami-Dade Artiles, Jose Diaz, 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to complete the restoration of Florida - Miami-Dade Flores Miami's Military Museum. The restoration includes hardwood floors, County bathrooms, sidewalks, water and power connections, etc.
2. Importance: Project provides funding to complete the restoration of the Miami-Dade WWII Headquarters and Army Reserve Center for reuse as a Military Museum and Memorial. The project will provide immediate employment for 25-30 construction workers, long term employment for six staff positions, and additional revenue for the local government and state for the next 50 years. 3. Other: Prior year funding $1.075M in Cultural Facilities. Vetoed FY 15- 16: $1M. H-$250K; S-$0. FY 16-17 total project cost is $2M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Frank Artiles.
TED DOS 3108 A 6 Navy SEAL Museum - Fort Indian River, Larry Lee, Jr., 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to be used toward the Pierce Martin, St. Mayfield selection, engagement, and work product of a museum architectural firm to Lucie design and plan a unique 20K sq. ft. structure which will showcase U.S. and International Special Forces of the world.
2. Importance: Project provides funding to display artifacts in storage, accommodate items it receives daily, continue to show the SEAL evolving history and accommodate the number of tourists and students. The ROI is increased tourism visits and the addition of 5 employees.
3. Other: Vetoed FY 15-16: $250K. H-$100K; S-$0. Total project budget is $8M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Reps. Debbie Mayfield and Larry Lee, Jr.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3108 A 7 African Museum of Arts and Broward, Miami-Campbell 110,000 - 110,000 110,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to construct the African Culture - Miami Gardens Dade, Palm Museum of Arts and Culture in Miami-Dade County. Beach 2. Importance: Project funding provides a platform for educating the community and children about African/African-American history.
3. Other: H-$110K; S-$0. Total project budget is $7.25M. This project requires multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Daphne Campbell.
TED DOS 3108 A 8 Ruth Eckerd Hall Expansion Pinellas Chris Latvala, 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 2,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to add approximately 6,000 Jack Latvala square feet to the main lobby, build a new cabaret stage and 250 seat dinner theater, and improve parking and departures.
2. Importance: Project will provide and estimated $110K annually from sales tax revenues based on dinner revenues of over $1.5M from the cabaret theater. The community, tourism, economic development, and education will benefit. The project will result in an estimated additional 150 jobs. 3. Other: Prior year funding $150K in Cultural and Museum Grants. Current year funding $70,875 in Cultural and Museum Grants; $500K in Cultural Facilities. Ranked 5th on FY16-17 Cultural Facilities and 86th on Cultural and Museum grant lists. H-$0; S-$1M. FY 16-17 total project cost is $5M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Jack Latvala and Rep. Chris Latvala.
TED DOS 3108 A 9 Clearwater Marine Pinellas Chris Latvala, 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to construct a new dolphin Aquarium Dolphin Pool Jack Latvala habitat of 6 pools for 10 dolphins located on the Clearwater Marine Construction Aquarium property.
2. Importance: The funding will increase the capability to care for dolphins who have been injured and cannot return to the wild. The project is forecasted to have an economic impact of $125M and create an additional 2,500 tourism jobs and 75 construction jobs. 3. Other: Prior year funding $2M in Cultural Facilities. Current year funding $1M in Cultural Facilities. H-$0; S-$1M. FY 16-17 total project cost is $40M. This project does require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Chris Latvala.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3108 A 10 Florida Agricultural Museum Flagler Hutson, Renner 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to fund capital improvements that will allow the Museum to offer new exhibits and programs.
2. Importance: Project will provide the opportunity for commodity groups and industry associations to showcase their respective historical contributions to agriculture in Florida, current and emerging technologies, and draw the general public to experience and learn about the state's proud agricultural history. The ROI will be an increase in tourism. 3. Other: H-$0; S-$500K. FY 16-17 total project cost is $2.6M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Travis Hutton and Rep. Paul Renner.
TED DOS 3108 A 11 Forest Capital Hall Dixie, Beshears 152,327 - 152,327 152,327 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to complete Phase II of the Renovation Lafayette, Forest Capital Hall (FCH) Renovation project. Phase II includes the Madison, removal of existing and installing new benches, hand railings, vinyl Taylor composition tile, high traffic commercial grade carpet, two 5 ton air conditioning units, and electrical improvements.
2. Importance: Currently, the FCH has an economic impact of over $5M. This amount is expected to double after the project is complete which will increase the revenue of the fiscally constrained county.
3. Other: Prior year funding $215,550 in Cultural Facilities. Vetoed in FY 15- 16: $292,427. H-$0; S-$152,327. FY 16-17 total project cost is $304,654. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is a priority of Rep. Halsey Beshears.
TED DOS 3108 A 12 YSPB's Choir in the Glades Palm Beach Abruzzo, Rader 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to expand the program to include middle school ages so that the program can continue to help the children and attract more families desiring after school music education.
2. Importance: The project will build life skills through music and instruction in the arts at an age where children are most at risk in an economically distressed region. Additionally, the program will provide employment for a music instructor, accompanist, choreographer while expanding the hours of other existing part-time employees. 3. Other: Prior year funding $59,422 in Cultural and Museum Grants. Current year funding $32,960 in Cultural and Museum Grants. Ranked 29th on the FY 2016-17 Cultural and Museums grant list. H-$0; S-$100K. FY 16- 17 total project cost is $150K. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Rep. Kevin Rader and Sen. Joseph Abruzzo.
TED DOS 3108 A 13 PIAG Museum 250,000 - 250,000 250,000
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3108 A 14 Sankofa Project - Black Duval, Leon, Thompson 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to rehabilitate and revitalize Cultural Tourism Orange, Palm historic sites and cultural districts and memorialize stories and traditions Beach connected to African American historic sites and individuals.
2. Importance: The funding will provide nurturing heritage resources that will lead to job creation for tour operators, vendors, entertainers, coach operators, museums and cultural locations. 3. Other: Vetoed in FY 15-16: $1M. H-$0; S-$1M. Total project budget is $3.5M. This project requires multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Thompson.
TED DOS 3108 A 15 The Peter Powell Roberts Highlands 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds to complete the construction of Museum of Arts & Culture the Peter Powell Roberts Museum of Art and Cultural Center. This construction includes moveable walls and fixtures, fixtures for the gift shop, the visitor information desk, etc.
2. Importance: The funding for this project is projected to yield a return of $588K over 5 years and create approximately 850 jobs with 15 or more new businesses.
3. Other: H-$0; S-$250K. Total project budget is $931K. This project does not require multi-year state funding.
TED DOS 3108 A 16 Dunedin Museum Pinellas Jack Latvala, 395,000 - 395,000 395,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funds to construct the Museum's new Expansion Sprowls structural front entranceway addition, next to the highly used Pinellas Trail, which will improve the visibility of the Museum to tourists and visitors.
2. Importance: The funding for this project hopes to generate a 10 to 14% increase in tourism and revenue in the first year the project is completed. The project will create employment for engineers, designers, construction crews, exhibit designers, and poss bly museum staff if visitation increases.
3. Other: H-$0; S-$395K. FY 16-17 total project cost is $700K. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Jack Latvala and Rep. Chris Sprowls.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments TED DOS 3108 A 17 New Smyrna Beach East Volusia Costello, Hukill 175,000 - 175,000 175,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring funding to match funding for the Coast Surf Museum ECHO Grant which will allow the Museum to begin construction of a new building and relocate to waterfront property near the Marine Discovery Center. The Museum will also enter into a long-term lease agreement with the State.
2. Importance: Project funding provides seed funds to pursue the Volusia County ECHO grant to pay for construction of the new building. Additionally, the Museum will attract tourists to the State, increase revenues by $7M per year, and create 30-50 new tourism related jobs.
3. Other: Vetoed in FY 15-16: $175K. H-$0; S-$175K. Total budget is $1.3M. This project does not require multi-year state funding and is sponsored by Sen. Dorothy Hukill and Rep. Fred Costello.
PSU SCS 3130 A Aid To Local Governments - Glades Galvano, Pigman 350,000 - 350,000 350,000 1. Description: Provides funds for electrical, security, and foundation Small County Courthouse repairs and renovations to the Glades County Courthouse. The Glades Facilities County Courthouse serves as the county's primary government center. In addition to housing the court system, the Glades County Courthouse is home to the clerk of courts, supervisor of elections, tax collector, property appraiser, and county commissioner.
2. Importance: An electrical report stated that electrical safety upgrades are needed due to deficiencies in the system. Foundation repairs are needed in order to address cracks and other deformations.
3. Other: No previous funding
PSU SCS 3130 B 1 Charlotte County Justice Charlotte Roberson 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the renovation and expansion of the Center Charlotte County Justice Center. The existing facility is suitable to continue providing for its intended purpose, however, it is currently experiencing a space deficit. The expansion is to be a phased process culminating in 2022 at an estimated construction cost of $36 million. These funds are specifically focused on security enhancements to enable the Justice Center to continue functioning securely within the larger construction process.
2. Importance: Added security flexibility and options enabled by this funding will ensure adequate safety and security of the Justice Center occupants and visitors.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $1m in n/r GR (vetoed).
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU SCS 3130 B 2 Okaloosa County Okaloosa Broxson, Evers 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1. Description: Provides funds for the reconstruction of the Okaloosa Courthouse County Courthouse. The courthouse was originally constructed in the 1950's and is not conducive to modern air conditioning systems or court service operations. Air quality testing has found the courthouse to have mold intrusion that would require demolition to rehabilitate the facility.
2. Importance: The proposed reconstruction will remove all hazardous materials and provide adequate courtroom space to serve the needs of the county.
3. Other: The County has earmarked $20 million in capital funding out of the $25 million needed to reconstruct the courthouse.
No previous funding.
PSU SCS 3130 C Special Categories - Nassau 300,000 - 300,000 300,000 1. Description: Provides funds to make renovations and repairs at the Courthouse Emergency Nassau County Courthouse. Funding is to be used for the following Renovation And Repairs projects: chiller replacement, concrete expansion and joint repair, roof cleaning and coating, and the replacement of two HVAC systems.
2. Importance: Funding for these projects will ensure that governmental records in the building are secure, and the facility is in compliance with ADA requirements.
3. Other: No previous funding.
PSU SCS 3142 A Special Categories - 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides funds for a study to proceed with DMS's Transfer To The managed program analysis to identify the 2nd DCA's (Lakeland) current Department Of and future space needs. The study is needed in order to plan and budget Management Services - for a consolidated courthouse facility in Tampa. Second District Court Of Appeals Study 2. Importance: The 2nd DCA is currently headquartered in Lakeland. However, the court has been leasing space in Tampa for 35 years, as that is where the majority of the filings take place and where the majority of court employees live.
3. Other: No previous funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU SCS 3152 1 Children's Advocacy {Statewide} Passidomo 4,000,000 - 4,000,000 500,000 1. Description: Provides funds to be distributed to the 27 Children's Centers Advocacy Centers (CAC) throughout Florida to expand direct services to children who have been abused or neglected. Children's Advocacy Centers are community-based facilities where children alleged to be victims of abuse are interviewed, receive medical exams, therapy, and other critical services in an effort to reduce trauma.
2. Importance: Funding is to provide additional services and treatment to children who have been abused and neglected living in rural communities where such services were not previously provided. Funding also allows the CACs to hire additional staff to provide direct services in a more timely manner.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: Funded $3.5m recurring GR. - Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to serve an additional 1,000 children in FY 2015-16. They have not provided quarterly updates.
FY 2014-15: Funded $3.5m recurring GR.
FY 2013-14: Funded $3.5m recurring GR.
FY 2012-13: Funded $3.2m recurring GR.
PSU SCS 3152 5 Nancy J. Cotterman Broward Braynon, Jose 50,000 200,000 250,000 50,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue and nonrecurring Children's Advocacy and Diaz Federal Grants Trust Fund authority for The State Attorney Court Liaison Rape Crisis Center Program which is administered through the Nancy J. Cotterman Center. Funding allows the program to provide 3 FTE: 1 full-time State Attorney and Court Liaison, 1 full-time Community Engagement and Outreach position, and 1 Law Enforcement Liaison. These three new positions will provide a range of direct services, including outreach and follow-up to a minimum of 300 victims of sexual assault or abuse who do not report the crime to law enforcement for various reasons. These three positions will also increase the communication and sharing of information between the client, the Nancy J. Cotterman Center, the court and legal system, law enforcement agencies, and the victims.
2. Importance: Services provided by and through Children's Advocacy Centers reduce the trauma for child victims of abuse.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $100,000 n/r GR. - Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to create 1.5 FTE and provide services to a minimum of 100 victims of sexual assault or abuse. They have not provided quarterly updates.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU SCS 3154 1 Naltrexone Extended- Negron 5,000,000 - 5,000,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for Vivitrol (naltrexone), a prescription Release Injectable monthly injectable medication used to treat alcohol and opioid dependence. Medication It is used as part of alcohol and drug recovery programs. The drug is non- addictive and curbs the craving for alcohol or opioids to enable the person to focus on treatment.
2. Importance: According to the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association, the use of Vivitrol in other states has shown a 15 to 20 percent increase in drug court program completion rates. With additional funding, the program will be able to serve 606 individuals (3,636 injections) at the cost of $8,676 per client, which represents nearly $1,450 per injection.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $3m in recurring GR. $500k recurring GR in DOC. - Responded to the ROI letter. The expected return was to have more individuals be assessed and diverted to treatment rather than going to jail. They have provided quarterly updates. The latest update indicates that a total of 415 injections have been given, and 107 individuals completed treatment.
FY 2014-15: $1m in recurring GR and $2m in n/r GR. $500k recurring GR in DOC
PSU SCS 3154 2 Friends of the Children's Brevard Crisafulli 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Friends of Brevard Child Advocacy Advocacy Center of Center Board to secure and maintain a permanent facility for the Children's Brevard Advocacy Center of Brevard. This facility will house child welfare, law enforcement, and mental health professionals who evaluate the needs of abused and neglected children and their family members. Funds are to be used for facility improvements and the outfitting of forensic exam rooms, interview equipment, and other resources necessary to serve the child victims. Funds will not be used to support salaries or programs.
2. Importance: It is important for the Child Advocacy Center of Brevard (CACB) to be a comfortable and safe place for these victims of crime. In 2014, the CACB evaluated 1,458 children suffering from abuse or neglect.
3. Other: No previous funding.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU SCS 3154 3 Grove Counseling Center Seminole John Cortes, 260,000 - 260,000 260,000 1. Description: Provides funds to The Grove Counseling Center, an Metz, Simmons existing program which serves as the sole-provider for the Seminole County Juvenile Drug Court. The program provides individual group counseling twice per week, and each assigned counselor from The Grove meets with the Drug Court Judge, staff and case managers each week during the process. The program allows for intensive judicial supervision of youth that would not ordinarily be available in the traditional juvenile court process. Currently, The Grove serves 24 adolescents annually. This funding would increase the number served to 114. Currently, the program is funded by charging a moderate fee to participants and insurance providers.
2. Importance: The Grove provides treatment to eligible, drug-involved, juvenile offenders with the goal of reducing recidivism, substance abuse, and teenage dropout rates by providing avenues for students to return to educational patterns through Florida Virtual School and Seminole State College.
3. Other: No previous funding.
PSU SCS 3154 4 Treatment Services for Broward, Evers 5,400,000 - 5,400,000 400,000 1. Description: Provides funds for treatment services for offenders in post- Offenders in Post- Escambia, adjudicatory drug court programs which currently exist in nine counties, as Adjudicatory Drug Court Hillsborough, well as expanding the program to Okaloosa County. Each program serves Marion, prison-bound offenders and provides residential treatment beds for clients Okaloosa, needing residential treatment. Programs focus on the underlying problem Orange, of substance abuse and addiction. Pinellas, Polk, Volusia 2. Importance: Housing offenders in prison costs $47.50 per person per day. Expansion drug court averages $19.36 per person per day. The estimated cost savings through diversion if 100 percent of offenders were prison-bound is $7.6 million. Diverting prison-bound offenders to drug courts may also produce cost savings through reduced recidivism.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $5m recurring GR
FY 2014-15: $5m recurring GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU SCS 3154 5 Miami-Dade Homeless Miami-Dade Trujillo 250,000 - 250,000 250,000 1. Description: Provides funds for GAP, a jail diversion program for Trust homeless individuals, with severe mental illness, who are frequent users of the jail system. Funding is for housing and wraparound behavioral health treatment services provided by the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust for individuals referred by the 11th Judicial Circuit Criminal Mental Health Project and participating in jail diversion programs. The program pays for rent and support services while the participants apply for entitlements. Funding is anticipated to serve 165 people.
2. Importance: Funding will provide access to the type of housing, support, and treatment services that are likely to result in successful adaption to community living, provide improved public safety, and reduce the likelihood of subsequent recidivism to jail.
3. Other: Program received state funding from FY 2007-08 through FY 2010-11.
PSU SCS 3154 6 Second Judicial Circuit Bay, Franklin, Montford, 200,000 - 200,000 200,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Second Judicial Circuit Mental Health Mental Health Court Gadsden, Rehwinkel Court to provide a mental health court in all counties of the Second Circuit. Jefferson, Vasilinda, The court expects to divert 100 defendants from local jails and prisons. Leon, Madison Williams 2. Importance:
3. Other: Additional funding will be sought from impacted local governments. In the past, both Leon County and the City of Tallahassee have provided supplementary funding for court services for defendants with mental illness.
Leon County was previously funded for a three-year mental health court pilot through the State Reinvestment Grant. The program documented the need for these court services in the Second Judicial Circuit.
PSU SCS 3158 1 Veteran's Courts Alachua, Clay, Evers 1,425,000 - 1,425,000 - 1. Description: Provides funds for Veteran's Courts in nine counties. Duval, These funds add funding to Duval County. Escambia, Leon, 2. Importance: Veteran's Courts provide felony and/or misdemeanor Okaloosa, pretrial or post-adjudicatory veterans' treatment intervention programs to Orange, Pasco, address the substance abuse and/or mental health treatment needs of Pinellas veterans and service members charged with, or on probation or community control for criminal offenses.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $1.275m in recurring GR to every county included here except additional funds for Duval County.
FY 2014-15: $1m in recurring GR
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU SCS 3158 2 Expand Veteran's Courts Manatee, Boyd 1,012,032 - 1,012,032 1,012,032 1. Description: Provides funds to expand Veteran's Courts in Manatee, Pinellas, Pinellas, Sarasota, and Seminole counties. Sarasota, Seminole 2. Importance: Provides felony and/or misdemeanor pretrial or post- adjudicatory veterans' treatment intervention programs to address the substance abuse and/or mental health treatment needs of veterans and service members charged with, or on probation or community control for criminal offenses.
3. Other: FY 2015-16: $1,275,000 in rec. GR for Veteran's Courts in 8 counties (Okaloosa, Pasco, Pinellas, Escambia, Clay, Leon Orange and Duval.)
FY 2014-15: $1m in recurring GR.
PSU SCS 3158 3 Collier County Veteran's Collier Passidomo, 105,000 - 105,000 105,000 1. Description: Provides funds to the Collier County Veterans' Treatment Treatment Center Richter Court for a Veteran's Justice Outreach worker, a Case Manager, and the Veterans Helping Veterans Mentor Program.
2. Importance: Veterans Courts are alternative court programs designed to divert veterans with mental health and substance abuse treatment needs from the criminal justice system.
3. Other: No previous funding.
ENV ACS B0008 Special Pay Issues -Pay 2,390,202 - 2,390,202 - 1. Description: Provides a $2,000 competitive pay adjustment for 959 Increase for Firefighters firefighter positions within the Florida Forest Service.
2. Importance: There is a significant salary difference between Florida Forest Service firefighters and similar positions in southeastern states, federal agencies, and Florida structural fire departments. In addition, DACS experiences a high number of vacancies in these positions and hiring is difficult due to the low starting salary. This generates a less experienced workforce.
3. Other: GR (R) Vetoed in FY 15-16
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments GGU DMA B0008 Section 8 Pay Package for {Statewide} Gardiner 114,500 - 114,500 114,500 1. Description: Provides funding for raises for employees of the Florida Department of Military National Guard pursuant to section 250.10 (1), F.S. There are 14 military Affairs personnel receiving these raises; 4 of which are receiving promotions, and the remaining 10 are receiving Longevity Raises at the military rate of 1.5%.
Per s. 250.10(1) The Adjutant General and all other military personnel of the Florida National Guard on full-time military duty with the Department of Military Affairs, except military police and firefighters, who are paid from state funds shall receive the pay and allowances of their respective grade as prescribed by applicable pay tables of the national military establishment for similar grade and period of service of personnel, unless a different rate of pay and allowances is specified in an appropriation act of the Legislature.
2. Importance: The Legislature intends that all eligible employees received the increases specified herein, even if the increased compensation exceeds the maximum for each pay grade and pay band.
3. Other: This is a one-time pay raise for specified full-time military duty personnel.
GGU DMS B0008 Northwood Centre 25,000 8,121,059 8,146,059 25,000 1. Description: Provides a lump sum appropriation of $8,146,059 for Relocation expenditures associated with relocating state agencies and departments from the Northwood Center. The Office of the Governor may allocate funds to the following Departments for this purpose: Business and Professional Regulation, Children and Families, Economic Opportunity, Management Services, State, and the Agency for State Technology (AST).
2. Importance: State agencies have provided a 30 day notice of violation to the landlord pursuant to the "Failure to Comply" addendum.
3. Other: Proviso language states AST may only acquire hardware and software necessary to complete the relocation.
HHS DVA B00094 Federal Grants Trust Fund {Statewide} - 1,400,000 1,400,000 - Sweep
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU JAC B0052 ~ Uniform Statewide Public {Statewide} - - - - 1. Description: Reverts and re-appropriates the unexpended balance of Defender Caseload $375,000 in General Revenue funds to the Public Defenders for the Management Network development of a uniform statewide public defender caseload management network.
2. Importance: The establishment of the uniform statewide public defender caseload management network will allow public defenders to share client case file information across judicial circuits through an electronic interface to ensure more timely access to accurate client information.
3. Other:
FY 15-16: Reverted and re-appropriated the unexpended balance of $375,000 in nonrecurring General Revenue funds to the Public Defenders.
FY 14-15: Appropriated $375,000 nonrecurring General Revenue funds.
PSU JAC B0053 Justice Administrative {Statewide} 4,500,000 - 4,500,000 4,500,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue funds to the Commission Projected Justice Administrative Commission (JAC) for FY 2015-16 to address its Current Year Due Process projected current year due process payments deficits. Payment Deficits 2. Importance: Due process costs are the costs of enumerated elements associated with providing due process to an indigent person. These elements ensure due process in criminal and civil proceedings in accordance with state and federal constitutional guarantees. Allowable due process costs consist of court reporting and transcription costs, witness and expert witness fees, mental health professionals, reasonable pretrial consultation fees and costs, and travel costs for witnesses and pro bono counsel. These costs must be reimbursed by the JAC to the appropriate entities by law.
3. Other:
FY 2014-15: $1,000,000 n/r GR funds were transferred to the JAC to address a projected deficit in Public Defender Due Process Costs.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU JAC B0054 Criminal Conflict and Civil {Statewide} 900,000 - 900,000 900,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue funds to the Regional Counsels Regional Conflict Counsels (RCC) of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Districts to Operational Deficits address their operational deficits for FY 2015-16.
2. Importance: The five RCCs are responsible for handling cases involving the first criminal conflict or civil dependency appointment. Section 29.015, Florida Statutes, requires the RCCs to first identify funds that may be transferred within their own office to address a deficit in an appropriation category. If this is not feasible, other RCC offices must be contacted to determine if surplus funds are available. No additional surplus funds were available from other offices. The RCCs' current year operating appropriations are not sufficient to cover their actual operating costs. These funds will close the operational deficits these offices face.
3. Other:
FY 2014-15: $450,000 n/r GR funds were transferred to the RCC of the 2nd District and $240,000 n/r GR funds were transferred to the RCC of the 4th District.
FY 2013-14: $641,658 n/r GR funds were transferred to the RCC of the 1st District and $160,000 n/r GR funds were transferred to the RCC of the 2nd District.
PSU SCS B0060 Current Year - Address 6,000,000 - 6,000,000 6,000,000 1. Description: Provides $6m in nonrecurring General Revenue in current State Court Revenue Trust fiscal year to allow the State Courts to repay a $6.3m trust fund loan Fund Shortfall received in the current fiscal year. Earlier this year, the Chief Justice of the Florida Supreme Court requested a temporary Trust Fund Loan of $6.3m.
2. Importance: Repayment of the loan is required by statute by June 30, 2016. Revenues in the State Court Revenue Trust Fund have been declining in recent years.
3. Other: The State Courts report that they have the funds to repay the $300k difference between the appropriation in the Back of the Bill and the loan amount.
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments PSU JAC B0062 Clerks of the Court {Statewide} 12,900,000 - 12,900,000 12,900,000 1. Description: Provides nonrecurring General Revenue funds to the Clerks Projected Budget Deficits of Court Trust Fund in the Department of Revenue to alleviate their for Court-Related Functions projected budget deficits for court-related functions in County Fiscal Year 2015-16.
2. Importance: The Clerk of Court for each county is respons ble for case maintenance, records management, court preparation and attendance, processing, reopening, and reassigning cases, processing appeals, collection and distr bution of fines, fees, service charges, and court costs, processing bond forfeiture payments, payment of jury and witness expenses, data collection and reporting, determination of indigent status, and the payment of reasonable administrative support costs. The Clerks of Court collect revenue from filing fees, service charges, costs, and fines authorized by law or court rule. These funds are needed to provide some relief to a projected $44 million deficit for the current fiscal year.
3. Other:
FY 2012-13: $57,600,000 n/r GR funds were transferred to the Clerks of Court Trust Fund to address a projected deficit.
FY 2011-12: $44,200,000 n/r GR funds were transferred to the Clerks of Court Trust to address a projected deficit.
ENV DEP B0068 ~ NRDA Revert & - - - - 1. Description: Reverts and reappropriates the unexpended balance of Reappropriate funds in the Coastal Protection TF from FY 2015-16 for the Natural Resource Damage Assessment for the same purpose for FY 2016-17. 2. Importance: Allows DEP to continue to use damage funds from BP due to the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. 3. Other: CY GAA: Same language Not in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP B0070 ~ Revert & Reappropriate for Okaloosa - - - - 1. Description: Reverts and reappropriates the unexpended funds for the the Norriego Point East Pass Inlet Management Plan from FY 2014-15 for the Norriego Point Restoration and Recreation Restoration and Recreation Natural Resource Damage Assessment project Natural Resource Damage for FY 2016-17. Funding supports stabilizing, enhancing and re- Assessment project establishing recreational activities available at Norriego Point. The restoration work involves the construction of several erosion control structures to dissipate wave energy and protect the dredged fill placed landward of the revetment. DEP has entered into contract negotiations with Taylor Engineering, Inc. to provide design and permitting services for the shoreline stabilization of Norriego Point. 2. Importance: On July 2, 2015 it was announced that BP has reached agreements in principle to settle all federal and state claims arising from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill incident. Under the agreements, BP will pay at least $680M for natural resource damages in Florida over the next 15 years. Payments are anticipated to start in spring of 2017. 3. Other: Not in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP B0071 Heritage Lake Estates Pasco Corcoran 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 1,500,000 1. Description: Reversion of $1.5 million from chapter 2014-151, L.O.F., to Conservation Easement be provided to the SWFWMD to reimburse Pasco County for a 47 acre Reversion and conservation easement to help mitigate flooding in Heritage Lake Estates, Reappropriation Pasco County. Pasco County has purchased the land. The original $1.5M was appropriated through HB 7093 in FY 14-15 to develop a stormwater retention pond and was not enough to complete the $3M purchase. 2. Importance: Flood control within Heritage Lake Estates. Conservation. 3. Other: CY GAA: Vetoed, because it was not subjected to the established statewide review process. Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
ENV DEP B0072 CY ACF Litigation Costs - 4,517,821 4,517,821 - 1. Description: Funding from the Internal Improvement TF for FY 2015-16 ACF litigation. 2. Importance: Funding is needed to support continued legal representation in the Florida v. Georgia case before the United States Supreme Court. 3. Other: Internal Improvement TF Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP B0073 RESTORE Transfer to - 9,783,656 9,783,656 - 1. Description: Transfers $9.8M in RESTORE funding from the Federal DACS Grants TF to DACS for approved projects. 2. Importance: The transfer allows for DACS to execute the Apalachicola Watershed Agriculture Water Quality Improvements, Apalachicola Bay Oyster Restoration, and Suwannee River Partnership Irrigation Water Enhancement Program projects. 3. Other: Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
TED DOS B0087 Library Grant for the Sarasota 95,000 - 95,000 95,000 1. Description: Provides non-recurring General Revenue to provide the final Sarasota County Libraries payment to Sarasota County for the Fiscal Year 2014-15 operating grant.
2. Importance: Funding will allow the Department of State to correct a payment which was issued in Fiscal Year 2014-15 but not received by Sarasota County.
3. Other: Sarasota County received $286,107 in March 2015 and requested the balance of $95,369 in May 2015. Department staff mailed the warrant to Sarasota County but it was not received. The check was cancelled in July 2015 but could not be reissued due to the change in fiscal years and the funds were not certified forward.
TED DOT B0088 Central Po k Parkway Polk Wood - 5,400,000 5,400,000 - 1. Description: Proposes to revert any unspent funding originally dedicated to Central Polk Parkway. Seeks to provide funding for Po k County to develop a connection from State Road 540 to State Road 35 (U.S. 17). Of the $13.8M that is projected to remain at the end of the current contracts, approximately $5.4M would be reappropriated. This is the portion related to the amount appropriated in 2013 as referenced in the bill.
2. Importance: DOT originally programmed funds and initiated a design contract for this project. It was later determined that the project has a negative ROI and does not meet toll feasibility requirements. Build cost- $1.4B; Toll Revenue Projections-$440M. The local MPO voted reprioritize this funding and move it to support other priorities. The county would like to continue to the project now.
3. Other:
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Unit Dept Line Project Title County Legislator GR Trust Total GR N/R Comments ENV DEP B0101 ~ NFWF LBC Budget - - - - 1. Description: The Legislature adopts Budget Amendment B0374 which Amendment increases budget authority funds for the NFWF Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Category due to a newly awarded grant. 2. Importance: NFWF recently notified the Department of a newly approved grant, not to exceed $931,563.96, for a project to provide "Water Quality Improvements to Enhance Fisheries Habitat in the Lower Choctawhatchee River Basin." DEP requested an increase in this appropriation pursuant to Section 48, Laws of Florida (Chapter 2015-222,) which allows the Legislative Budget Commission the ability to increase the FCO amount for this category. 3. Other: Not included in Gov Recs C - Included
TED DEO B0106 State Economic - 55,000,000 55,000,000 - Enhancement and Development Trust Fund Sweep ENV DEP B0106 Inland Protection Trust - 45,000,000 45,000,000 - Gov Recs was $25M Fund Sweep Grand Total 723,415,987 1,133,304,801 1,856,720,788 500,711,051
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