Item C27 ` BOARD OF CQUNTY COMMISSIONERSo of Monroe Mayor Michelle Ofldiron, District 2
P t !Mayor Pro -tern Da, id Rice, Dlsirici 't
The Florida Keys
t Craig Catcs,District 1
l f-Adic Martine/, District 3
Mike Forster, District 5
DAVID P. RICE,COMMISSIONER
9400 Overseas 11ighway, Suite 210
Marathon Airport Terminal Building
Ntarathon, Ft,33050
C)305.289.6000
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Interoffice Memorandum
[late: May 17, 221.
To: heIr n Madok, Clerk(if the Court
County Clerk's Office
From: Commissioner David Rice, District
RE: *AMENDED* NOTICF OF VOTING CONFLICT
Per Florida Statute 112.3143. 1 hereby disclose by written memorandum that l will
abstain from the vote on certain issues brought before the Monroe County Board of
Commissioners with entities with which I am involved.
l will abstain from the vote on issues concerning the following entities:
Guidance Care Center, Inc.,a private,not-for-profit entity, which receives some of its
operational funding from the County,as 1 currently sit on the Board of Directors of the
Guidance Care Center. I am also a member of the Board of the Historic Florida Keys
Foundation, Inc.
At the May 19,2021 'BOCC meeting 1 will abstain from the'rote on item(s);
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Copy of agenda item list nag from the Revised Agendu fear each of the referenced item($)A included for
documentation.
ATT. State Form 8H Xlemorundum of Voting ConJlirt for Coum,,Afunicipal and Other local Elected
Officers
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j FORM 813 MEMORANDUM OF 'DOTING CONFLICT FOR �1
COUNTY, MUNICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS
LAST NAME FIRST NAME—MIDDLE NAME NAME OF BUARD,COUNCIL C MMISSION AUTHORI O COMMITTEE e
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MAILING Aol7RES THE BOARD COUNCIL COMMI 1ON.AUTHORITY OR OOfl M11TTEc oN
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mr^//0 �NAME OF POLITICAL UQOIVISf N
GATE ON WHICH I VOTE OCCURRED MY POSITION IS-
ELEGTt'u�E � APP09NTIVE
WHO MUST FILE FORM 813
This form is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on an appointed or elected board, council,
commission, authority, or committee- It applies to members of advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented with a voting convict ci s
interest under Section 112-3143, Florida Statutes-
Your responsibilities under the law when faced with voting on a measure in which you have a conflict of interest will vary greatly depending
on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, please pay close attention to the instructions on this form before
completing and Fling the Form
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 112.3143, FLORIDA STATUTES
person holding elective or appointive county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which
would inure to his or her special private gain or loss Each elected or appointed local officer also MUSTABSTAIN from knowingly voting on
a measure which would inure to the special gain or loss of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he or she is retained
(,including the parent, subsidiary, or sibling organization of a principal by which he or she is retained), to the special private gain or loss of a
relative or to the special private gain or loss of a business associate. Commissioners of community redevelopment agencies(CFZAs) under
Sec- 163 356 or 163 357, F.S , and officers of independent special tax districts elected on a one acre, one-vote basis are not prohibited
from voting In that capacity.
For purposes of this law, a -relative" includes only the officer's father, mother, son, daughter, husband, wife, brother, sister, father-in-law,
mother-In-law, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law. A `business associate" means any person or entity engaged In or carrying on a business
enterprise with the officer as a partner, Point venturer, coowner of property. or corporate shareholder(where the shares of the corporation
are not listed on any national or regional stock exchange).
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ELECTED OFFICERS
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In addition to abstaining from voting in the situations described above, you must disclose the conflict.
PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on which you are
abstaining from voting, and
WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by completing and filing this form with the person responsible for recording the
minutes of the meeting, who should incorporate the form in the minutes.
APPOINTED OFFICERS:
Although you roust abstain from voting in the situations described above, you are not prohibited by Section 112,3143 from otherwise
participating in these matters- However, you must disclose the nature of the conflict before making any attempt to influence the decision,
whether orally or in writing and whether made by you or at your direction.
IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH THE VOTE WILL BE
TAKEN:
You must complete and file this form (before making any attempt to influence the decision)with the person responsible For recording the
minutes of the meeting,who will incorporate the form in the minutes. (Continued on page 2)
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Adopted by referenoe in Rule 34-7Ipr;il{rI,FA-C
APPOINTED OFFICERS (continued)
b A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency.
The form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the forrn is Filed
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IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION AT THE MEETtING3
You must disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating,
• You must complete the form and file it within 15 days after the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the
meeting,who must incorporate the form in the minutes-A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the
agency, and the form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed.
I DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFFICER'S INTEREST
f, f I hereby di rose that on - 20
(a)A measure canna or wall come before Tray agency which(check one or rracrei
® inured to my special private gain or loss;
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® inured to the special gain or loss of my business associate,
inured to the special gain or loss of my refative, s
inured to the special gain or loss of by
whom i am retained, or
inured to the special gain or loss of which
16 as the parent subsidiary,or sibling organization or subsidiary of a principal which has retained me.
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b he measure before my agency and the nature of my conflicting interest in the measure is as foffows: I
t currently sit on the Board of Directors of the guidance Care Center, Inc.
I am also a member of the Board of the Historic Florida Keys Foundation, Inc.
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SEE ATTACHED AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
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if disclosure of specific information would violate confidentiality or privilege pursuant to law or rules governing attorneys, a public officer
who is also an attorney, may comply with the disclosure requirements of this section by disclosing the nature of the interest in such a way
as to provide the public with notice of the conflict.
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NOTICE: UNDER PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA STATUTES 11 .317, A FAILURE TO MAKE ANY REQUIRED DISCLOSURE
CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING IMPEACHMENT,
REMOVAL OR SUSPENSION FROM OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION REDUCTION IN SALARY, REPRIMAND, OR A
CIVIL PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED S10.000-
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CountCounty ��Monroe. ,y, ? "tr, BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
y M T� \�1a� Mayor Michelle Coldiron,District 2
�1 1 nff `_ll Mayor Pro Tem David Rice,District 4
-Ile Florida.Keys Craig Cates,District 1
Eddie Martinez,District 3
w Mike Forster,District 5
County Commission Meeting
May 19, 2021
Agenda Item Number: C.27
Agenda Item Summary #3235
BULK ITEM: Yes DEPARTMENT: Social Services
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: Sheryl Graham (305) 292-4510
N/A
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Approval of a contract between Monroe County Board of County
Commissioners/Monroe County Social Services (Monroe County Transit) and the Community
Transportation Coordinator, Guidance Care Center, Inc., for the contract period of 7/01/2021 to
06/30/2022. This is a non-monetary partnership/collaboration contract required by the State of
Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged.
ITEM BACKGROUND: This contract is required by the State of Florida Commission for the
Transportation Disadvantaged to ensure a partnership between the Community Transportation
Coordinator, Guidance Care Center, Inc., and Monroe County BOCC/Monroe County Social
Services (Monroe County Transit) for coordination and collaboration of services to Monroe County's
transportation disadvantaged.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: Approval of contract for period of 01/01/2021 to
6/30/2021 by BOCC on 2/17/21
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval
DOCUMENTATION:
CTC Agreement BACKUP
NEW CTC Contract
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Effective Date: 07/01/2021
Expiration Date: 06/30/2022
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Total Dollar Value of Contract: 0
Total Cost to County: 0
Current Year Portion: 0
Budgeted: N/A
Source of Funds: N/A
CPI: N/A
Indirect Costs: N/A
Estimated Ongoing Costs Not Included in above dollar amounts: N/A
Revenue Producing: NO If yes, amount:
Grant: N/A
County Match: N/A
Insurance Required: No
Additional Details:
REVIEWED BY:
Sheryl Graham Completed 05/05/2021 7:48 PM
Pedro Mercado Completed 05/06/2021 9:32 AM
Purchasing Completed 05/06/2021 9:33 AM
Budget and Finance Completed 05/06/2021 9:34 AM
Maria Slavik Completed 05/06/2021 9:54 AM
Liz Yongue Completed 05/06/2021 10:22 AM
Board of County Commissioners Pending 05/19/2021 9:00 AM
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ounty of Monroe Mayor Michelle Coldiron,District 2
The Florida keys } i` l Mayor Pro Tern David Rice,District 4
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Craig Cates,District 1
Eddie Martinez,District 3
Mike Forster,District 5
County Conu-nission Meeting
February g
2021
Agenda Item Summary #7864
BULK ITEM: Yes DEPARTMENT: Social Services
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: Sheryl Graham(305) 292-4510
N/A
AGENDA ITE : Approval of a contract between Monroe County Board of County 03
Commissioners/Monroe County Social Services (Monroe County Transit) and the Community
Transportation Coordinator, Guidance Care Center, Inc., for the contract period of 1/l/2021 to
6/30/2021. This is a non-monetary partnership/collaboration contract required by the State of
Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged.
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ITEM CG N : This contract is required by the State of Florida Commission for the
Transportation Disadvantaged to ensure a partnership between the Community Transportation
Coordinator, Guidance Care Center, Inc., and Monroe County BOCC/Monroe County Social
Services (Monroe County Transit) for coordination and collaboration of services to Monroe County's a
transportation disadvantaged.
PREVIOUS LEVANT BOCC ACTION:
Approval of contract for period of 7/1/2019 to 6/30/2019 by BOCC on 05/22/2019.
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval
DOCUMENTATION:
CTC Contract 07.01.20 to 12.31.20 Stamped by legal 7/17/20
CTC Agreement 01 01 2021 to 06 30 2021
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FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Effective ate: 01/01/2021
Expiration ate: 06/30/2021
Total Dollar Value of Contract: $
Total Cost to County: $
Current YearPortion: $
Budgeted: N/A
Source of Funds: /A
CPI: N/
Indirect Costs: N/
Estimated goi Costs Not Included in above dollar amounts: N/
RevenueProducing: o If yes, amount: /A
Grant: N/A
County Match: N/A
Insurance Required: No
AdditionalDetails: Non-Monetary partnership/collaboration
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REVIEWED :
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Sheryl Graham Completed 02/04/2021 2:19 PM w
Pedro Mercado Completed 02/04/2021 2:26 PM
Purchasing Completed 02/04/2021 2:40 P
Budget and Finance Completed 02/04/2021 3:18 PM
Maria Slavik Completed 02/04/2021 3:20 P
Liz Yongue Completed 02/04/2021 3:23 P
Board of County Commissioners Completed 02/17/2021 9:00 AM
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Effective: 01/01/2021-6/30/2021
STATE F FLORIDA
COMMISSION FOR THE TRANSPORTATION I
STANDARD COORDINATION/OPERATOR CONT T
THIS is entered into between The GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER. INC. Florida
01 c3 not-for-profit corporation, designated pursuant to Chapter 427, ., to serve the
transportation disadvantaged for the community that includes the entire area of MONROE County,
and hereinafter referred to as the "Coordinator" and
COMMISSIONERS, hereinafter referred to as the " ency/O erator". The terms and conditions of
this Contract are effective 1, and will continue through
June .
WHEREAS, the Coordinator is required, under Rule 41-2.011, F.A.C., when cost effective and
efficient, to enter into contract with a transportation Agency/Operator to provide transportation E
services; an
WHEREAS, transportation disadvantaged funds includes n local government, state or federal
funds that are for the transportation of transportation disadvantaged; and �?
WHEREAS, the Coordinator desires to contract with the Agency/Operator for the provision of
transportation services for the transportation disadvantaged; and
WHEREAS, the Coordinator believes it to be in the public interest to provide such transportation
services through theAgency/Operator for the residents of the service area who are clients of the
Agency/Operator; and
WHEREAS, the Agency/Operator will provide the Coordinator the opportunity to develop a
proposal for any new transportation services needed; and
WHEREAS, the Agency/Operator, in an efforto coordinate available resources, will make
available transportation services to the Coordinator.
WHEREAS, this Contract allows forte provisions of transportation services e provided by the
Agency/Operator, in accordance with Chapter 427, Rule 41-2, and the most current
Community Transportation Coordinator policies.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants, promises and representations
herein, the parties agree as follows:
THE GE / TSHALL:
A. Provideservices and vehicles according o the conditions specified in Attachment I.
B. Coordinate available resources and make available transportation services to the
Coordinator. Such services shall be providedin accordance with Attachment I. This
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contract currently excludes the coordination of Medicaid trips. A separate Medicaid
transportation contract will be negotiated.
C. Every three ( ) months, submit to the Coordinator a Quarterly Year to Date Operating
Report (from the Annual Operating Report) detailing demographic, operational and financial
data regarding coordination activities in the designated service area. The reported data will
include information regarding all transportation provided by theAgency/Operator (including
but not limited to CTC, Medicaid...) The report shall be prepared on forms provided by the
Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged, hereinafter Commission, and according
to the instructions for the forms.
U. Comply with audit and record ee in requirements b :
1. Utilizing the Commission recognized h rt of Accounts defined in the Trans ort do
ccountina Consortium Model Uniform AccountingSystem for Rural and Specialized
Transportation Providers (uniform accounting system) for all transportation
disadvantaged accounting and reporting purposes. Agencies/Operators with existing E
and equivalent accounting systems are not required to adopt the Chart of Accounts in 2
lieu of their existing Chart of Accounts but shall prepare all reports, invoices, and
fiscal documents relating to the transportation disadvantaged functions and activities
using the chart of accounts and accounting definitions as outlined in the above �?
referenced manual.
2. Maintaining and filing with the Coordinator such progress, fiscal, inventory and other
reports s the Coordinator may require during the period of this contract.
. By reserving to the Coordinator, the right to conduct finance n compliance audits at
any time. Such audits conducted by the Coordinator will be at the expense of the
Coordinator.
E. Retain all financial records, supporting documents, statistical records, and any other
documents pertinent to this Agreement for a period of five ( )years r termination of this
Agreement. If an audit has been initiated and audit findings have not been resolved at the
end of the five- ( ) years, the records shall be retained until resolution of the audit findings.
TheAgency/Operator shall assure that these records shall be subject to inspection, review,
or audit at all reasonable times by persons duly authorized by the Coordinator or
Commission or this Agreement. The Commission and the Coordinator shall have full
access to and the right to examine any of the records and documents during the retention
period.
F. Comply with Safety Requirements y:
1. Complying with Section 341.061, ., and Rule 14-90, ., concerning System
Safety or complying with Chapter 234.051, F.S., regarding school bus safety
requirements for those services provided through a school board;
2. Assuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws, and Commission policies
relating to drug testing, and;
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3. Complying with Coordinator's System Safety Program Plan (SSPP)for designated
service area.
G. Comply with Commission insurance requirements by mait inin at least minimum liability
insurance coverage in the amount of$100,000 for any one person and $200,000per
occurrence at all times during the existence of this Contract. In the event of any cancellation
or changes in the limits of liability in the insurance policy, the insurance agent or broker shall
notify the Coordinator. The Agency/Operator shall furnish the Coordinator written
verification of the existence of such insurance coverage prior to the execution of this
Contract or proof of a self-insurance program operated by the Agency/Operator. School
board vehicle insurance coverage shall be in accordance with Section 234.03, and
234.211, F.S.
H. Safeguard information by not using or disclosing any information concerning a user of
services under this Agreement for any purpose not in conformity with the local, state and
federal regulations, including but not limited to 45 CFR, Part 205.50, except upon order of
court of competent jurisdiction, written consent oft e recipient, or his/her responsible parent
or guardian when authorized by law. 2
I. Protect Civil Rights :
1. Complying with Title VI oft e Civil Rights Act of 1964 nSection 504 of the CL
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Rehabilitation Act of 1973, amended_ The Agency/Operator gives this assurance
in consideration of and for the purpose of obtaining federal grants, loans, contracts `o
(except contracts of insurance or guaranty), property, discounts, or other federal
financial assistance to programs or activities receiving or benefiting from federal
financial assistance and agreeing to complete a Civil Rights Compliance 0)
Questionnaire if so required by the Coordinator. Agency/Operator shall also assure 2
compliance with:
a. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 2U.S.C. 2000d et seq.,
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in
programs and activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial
assistance.
. Section 504 of the RehabilitationAct of 1973, as amended, 9U.S.C. 7 ,
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disabilityin programs and
activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial assistance.
C. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, 20 U.S.C. 1681
et seq., which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education
programs and activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial
assistance.
d. The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, U.S.C. 611 et seq.,
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age in programs or activities
receiving or benefiting from federal financial assistance.
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e. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981, S .L. 97-35, which prohibits
discrimination on the basis of sex andreligion in programs andactivities
receiving or benefiting from federal financial assistance.
f. All regulations, guidelines, and standards lawfully adopted under the above
statutes.
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as it may be amended from time
to time.
2. Agreeing that compliance with this assurance constitutes a condition of continued
receipt of or benefit from federal financial assistance, and that it is binding upon the
Agency/Operator, its successors, subcontractors, transferees, and assignees for the
period during which such assistance is provided. Assuring that operators,
subcontractors, sub grantees, or others with whom the Coordinator arranges to
provide services or benefits to participants or employees in connection with any of its
programs and activities are not discriminating agaist those participants or
employees in violation of the above statutes, regulations, guidelines, and standards.
In the event of failure to comply, the Agency/Operator agrees that the Coordinator
may, at its discretion, seek a court order requiring compliance wi the terms of this
assurance or seek other appropriate judicial or administrative relief, to include �?
assistance being terminated and further assistance being denied.
J. The Agency/Operator, s a political sub-division of the State of Florida, as defined i
Section 7 .2 , Florida Statutes, agrees to be fully responsible to the limits set forth in such
statute for its own negligent acts or omissions, or intentional tortuous acts, which result in
claims or suits against either the Agency/Operator or Coordinator, and agrees to be liable to E
the statutory limits for any damages proximately caused by said acts or omissions, or 2
intentional tortuous acts.
Nothing contained in this Section shall be construed to be a waiver either party of any
protections under sovereign immunity, Section 768.28 Florida Statutes, or any other similar
provision of law. Nothing contained herein shall be construed to be a consent by either
party to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this or any other Agreement.
K Comply with all standards and performance requirements of the:
1. The Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged [Attachment ll];
. The local Coordinating Board approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan
and;
3. Any entities that purchase service.
Failure to meet the requirements or obligations set forth in this Contract, and performance
requirements established and monitored by the Coordinating Board in the approved
Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan shall be due cause for non-payment of
reimbursement invoices until such deficiencies have been addressed or corrected to the
satisfaction of the Coordinator.
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L. Provide Corrective Action. A corrective action notice is a written notice to the
Agency/Operator that the Agency/Operator is in breach of certain provisions of this Contract
and that correction is required. Any corrective action notice wills cify a reasonable time
for corrective action to be completed. The Agency/Operator agrees to implement the
Corrective Action specified in the notice and providewritten documentation to substantiate
the implementation of the Corrective Action.
M. All contracts, subcontracts, coordination contracts will be reviewed annually by the
Coordinator and local Coordinating oard for conformance with the requirements of this
Contract.
N. Return to the Coordinator any overpayments due to unearned funds or funds disallowed
pursuant to the terms of this Contract that were disbursedto the Agency/Operator by the
Coordinator. The Agency/Operator shall return any overpayment within thirty ( ) calendar
days after either discovery by the Agency/Operator, or notification of the Agency/Operator
by the Coordinator or entity purchasing transportation, whichever is earlier. In the event that E
the Coordinator first discovers an overpayment has been made, the Coordinator will notify 2
the Agency/Operator by letter of such a finding. Shouldrepayment not be made in a timely
manner, the Coordinator or purchasing entitywill charge interest after thirty ( 0) calendar
days fter the date of notification or discovery, or the Coordinator will deduct said amount �?
from future invoices.
0. In performing this Contract, the Agency/Operator shall not discriminate against any
employee or applicant for employment because of race, , disability, creed, color, sex or
national origin. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the folloi loyment 0)
upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or recruitment dv rtisin ; layoff or
termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training,
including apprenticeship. The Agency/Operator shall insert the foregoing provision
modified only to show the particular contractual relationship in all its contracts in connection
with the development of operation of the Contract, except contracts for the standard
commercial supplies or raw materials, and shall require all such contractors to insert
similar provision in subcontracts relating to the performance of this Contract, except
subcontracts for standard commercial supplies or raw materials. The Agency/Operator
shall post, in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for employment for
Project work, notices setting forth the provisions of the nondiscrimination clause.
P. y execution of this Contract, the Agency/Operator represents that it has not paid and, also,
agrees not to pay, any bonus or commission for the purpose of obtaining an approval of its
application for the financing hereunder. Funds disbursed to the Agency/Operator under this
Contract shall not be expended for the purpose of lobbying the Legislature, the judicial
branch, or a state agency.
THE COORDINATOR SHALL:
A. Recognize the Agency/Operator as described in Chapter 427, ., and Rule 1-2, F.A.C .
B. Insure that entities with transportation disadvantaged funds will purchase Transportation
Disadvantaged services through the coordinated system.
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C. At a minimum, annually monitor the Agency/Operator for insurance, safety and reporting
requirements, pursuant to Chapter 427, and Rule 4 -2F.A.C. The information
contained in the Annual Operating Report must be collected, at a minimum, u erly from
theAgency/Operator.
THE OPERATOR COORDINATOR FURTHER .
A. Nothing in the Contract shall require the Coordinator to observe or enforce compliance with
any provision thereof, perform any other act or do any other thing in contravention of any
applicable state law. If any provision of the Contract is found by a court of law to violate any
applicable state law, the purchasing entity will at once notify the Coordinator in writing in
order that appropriate changes and modification may be made by the Coordinator and the
Agency/Operator to the end that the Agency/Operator may proceed as soon as possible
with the provision of transportation services.
B. If any part or provision of this Contract is held invalid- the remainder of this Contract shall be E
binding on the parties hereto.
C. Termination Conditions:
1. Termination at Will - This Contract may be terminated by either party upon no less W
than thirty (3 ) days notice, without cause. Said notice shall be delivered by certified
mail, return receipt required, or in person with proof of delivery.
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. Termination due to Lack of Designation - In the event that the orin for o 0)
designated the local Coordinating oar and approved by the Commission, loses
its designation, this contract is terminated immediately upon notification to the
Agency/Operator. Notice shall be delivered by certified mail, return receipt
requested, or in person, with proof of delivery. otice shall be effective upon receipt.
. Termination due to Disapproval of Memorandum of Agreement - In the event that the
Commission does not accept and approveany contracted transportation rates listed
within the Memorandum of Agreement, this Contract is terminated immediately upon
notification to the Agency/Operator. otice shall be delivered by certified mail, return
receipt requested, or in person, with roof of delivery. Notice shall be effective upon
receipt.
. Termination due to Lack of Funds - In the event funds to finance this contract
become unavailable, the Coordinator may terminate the contract with no less than
twenty-four ( 4) hours written notice to the ncy/ er r. Notice shall be
delivered by certified mail, return receipt requested, r in person, with proof of
delivery. Notice shall be effective upon receipt. The Coordinator shall be the final
authority as to the availability of funds.
. Termination for Breach - Unless the Agency/Operator's breach is waived by the
Coordinator in writing, the Coordinator may, by written notice to the Agency/Operator,
terminate this Contract upon o less thantwenty-four (2 ) hours notice. Notice shall
be delivered by certified mail, return receipt requested, or in person with proof of
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delivery. Waiver by the Coordinator of breach of any provision of this Contract shall
not be deemed to be a waiver of any other breach andshall not be construed to be
modification of the terms of this Contract, n II not act as a waiver or estoppel to
enforcement of any provision of this Contract. The provisions herein do not limit the
Coordinator's right to remedies at law or to damages.
. Upon receipt of a notice of termination of this Contract for any reason, the
Agency/Operator shall cease service and prepareII final reports and documents
required by the terms of this Contract. A final invoice shall be sent to the Coordinator
within thirty ( 0) days after the termination of this Contract.
7. The Coordinator shall pay all bills within 7 days to the Agency/Operator after receipt
of said payment by the CT ID. Nonpayment to the Agency/Operator shall be a breach
for which Agency/Operator may give -hour notice of termination of the contract.
D. Renegotiations or Modifications of this Contract shall only be valid when they have been
reduced to writing, duly approved by the Coordinator, and signed y both parties hereto. E
E. Agency/Operator shall assign no portion of this Contract without the prior written consent of
the Coordinator.
F. This Contract is the entire agreement between the parties.
G. Attachments I and II are an integral part of the Contract and are hereby incorporated by
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reference into this Contract. All subsequent attachments are of an optional nature.
H. Notice and Contact:
The name and address of the contract manager for the Coordinator for this Contract is:
Lisa Marciniak, Transportation Coordinator
Guidance/CareCenter, Inc.
00 1 st Street, Ocean
Marathon, FL 33050
The representative/position of the Agency/Operator responsible for administration of the
program under this contract is:
Administrator, Transportation
Monroe County Transportation
1100 Simonton Street
Key West, Florida 33040
In the event that different representatives are designated by either party after execution of
this Contract, notice of the name and address of the new representative will be rendered in
writing to the other party and said notification attached to originals of this Contract.
This contract and its attachments contain all the terms and conditions agreed upon by the parties
hereto.
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WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused these presents to be executed.
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ATTACHMENT I
AGENCY/OPERATOR CONTRACT
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
1. The Agency/Operator will be able to provide: (type of service)
Ambulatory and wheelchair service, paratransit
2. The Agency/Operator will be availableto providetransportation (schedule)
Monday - Friday 8 AM to 5 PM
3. Days Agency/Operatorit I to provideservices:
Service will not be provided on Saturday and Sunday or County holidays
4. Vehicles / r t ill use to transportall passengers(l t list- if list does not
fit in this section, please attach a separate sheet—please also include number of seats and
wlc capacity) Same list as used in CTC Contract dated 7/1/2020 to 12/31/2020 E
5, Vehicle/Equipment Standards
Air Conditioning, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning ri n I , 2 way radios �?
6. Driver Requirements
License type depended on FL DOT requirements, 3 year clean driving record, CPR & First
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Aid, HIV training, Physicals, Defensive Driving, Drug Screening (see FAC 41-90 and
requirements illustrated throughout contract)
7. Training
Current CPR and First Aid certificationHIV/AIDS, Defensive Driving, and
biennial driver physicals, ADA training (see FAC 41-90 and requirements illustrated
throughout contract)
5. Reporting Requirements
Quarterly Operating Reports, documenting all trips provided, Annual Review (conducted by
CTC)
. Trips will be reimbursed on a priority of need basis. The priority structure will be as follows:
1st Priority - Medical (Medical reasons include trips to treatment, the doctor,
dentist, chiropractor, the hospital and to purchase prescriptions.)
2nd Priority— School/Day Care
rd Priority - Other (Other includes transport for the purpose of conducting personal
business. -i.e. shopping, going to the bank...)
ATTACHMENT II
The Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged
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Standards and Performance Requirements
Pursuant to Rule 1-2.00 , Florida Administrative Code, the Community Transportation
Coordinator and any Transportation Operator/Agency from whom service is purchased or arranged
y the Community Transportation Coordinator shall adhere to Commission approved standards.
These standards shall include.-
(a) Drug and alcohol testing forsafety sensitive job positions within the coordinated system
regarding re-employment, randomization, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion as
required by the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal TransitAdministration;
(b) An escort of a passenger and dependent children are to be transported s locally negotiated
and identified in the local Transportation DisadvantagedService Ian;
(c) Child restraint devices shall be determined locally s to their use, responsibility, and cost of
such device in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan;
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(d) Passenger property that can be carried y the passengerand/or driver in one trip and can 2
be safely be stowed on the vehicle, shall be allowed to be transported with the passenger at
no additional charge. Additional requirements y be negotiated for carrying and loading
rider property beyond this amount_ Passenger property does not include wheelchairs, child �?
seats, stretchers, secured oxygen, personal assistive devices, or intravenous devices;
(e) Vehicle transfer points shall provide shelter, security and safety of passengers;
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(f) A local toll free phone number for complains or riev n s shall e posted inside the 0)
vehicle. The local complaint process shall be outlined as a section in the local
Transportation Disadvantaged ervic Plan including, advising the dissatisfied persona out
the Commission's Ombudsman Program as a step within the process as approved by the
Local Coordinating Board;
(g) Out of service area trips shall be provided when determined locally and approved by the
local Coordinating Board, except in instances where local ordinances prohibit such trips;
(h) Interior of all vehicles shall be free from dirt, grime, oil, trash, torn upholstery, damaged or
broken seats, protruding metal or other objects or materials which could soil items placed in
the vehicle or provide discomfort for the passenger;
(i) Billing requirements of the Community Transportation Coordinator to subcontractors shall be
determined locally by the local Coordinating Board and provided in the local Transportation
Disadvantaged Service Plan. All bills shall be paid ithin 15 calendar days to
subcontractors, after receipt of said payment by the Community Transportation Coordinator,
except in instances where the Community Transportation Coordinator is a non-
governmental entity;
(j) Passenger/trip database must be maintained or accessible by the Community
Transportation Coordinator on each rider being transported within the system;
(k) Adequate seating for paratransit services shall be provided to each rider and escort, child,
or personal care attendant, and no more passengers than the registered ass n er seating
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capacity shall be scheduled or transported in a vehicle at any time. For transit services
provided transit vehicles, adequate seating or standing space will be providedo each
rider and escort, child, or personal care en nt, and no more passengers than the
registered ssn er seating or standing capacity shall be scheduled r transported in a
vehicle at any time;
(I) rivers for paratransit services, including coordination contractors, shall be required to
announce n identify themselves by name andcompany in a manner that is conducive to
communications with the specific passenger, upon pickup of each rider, group of riders, or
representative, guardian, or associate of the rider, except in situations where the driver
regularly transports the rider on a recurring basis. Each driver must have photo
identification that is in view of the passenger. Name patches, inscriptions or badges that
affix to driver clothing are acceptable. For transit s rvices, the driver photo identification
shall be in a conspicuous location in the vehicle;
(m) The paratransit driver shall provide the passenger with boardingassistance, if necessary or
requested, to the seating portion of the vehicle. The boarding assistance shall include E
opening the vehicle door, fastening the seat belt or utilization of wheel chair securement 2
devices, storage of mobility assistive devices, and closing the vehicle door. In certain
paratransit service categories, the driver may also be required too en and close doors to
buildings, except in situations in which assistance in opening/closing builin doors would
not be safe for passengers remaining on the vehicle. Assisted access must be in a dignified 0.
manner. Drivers may not assist wheelchair up or down more than one step, unless it can be
performed safely as determined by the passenger, guardian, and driver;
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(n) All vehicles ordered or put into service after adoption of this cin f the le, and 0)
providing service within the coordinated system, shall be equipped with two-way
communications in good working order and be audible to the driver at all times to the base.
H vehicles that are not equipped with two-way communications shall have two years to be
in compliance after the adoption date oft is section of the Rule;
(o) All vehicles ordered or put into service r the adoption of this section of the Rule, and
providing service within the coordinated system, shall have working it conditioners and
heaters in each vehicle. Vehicles that do not have a working air conditioner or heater will be
scheduled for repair or replacement s soon as possible. All vehicles that are not equipped
with an air conditioner shall have two years to be in compliance after the adoption date of
this section of theRule;
(p) First Aid shall be determined locally rovied in the local Transportation Disadvantaged
Service Plan; and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation shall be determined locally and provided
in the local Transportation Disadvantaged ServicePlan.
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Attached is an electronic copy of the f ll 1ving item for your handling.
C f 3 Contract tract 1betiveen Monroe County Board of Cotiiity C'rsmnbisstcbncrs/ o roe
County Social Services (Monroe County'1®rinsiO and the Community Transportation
Coordinator,Guidat-ice Care Center, Inc., for die contract period ofj-wivary 1, 2021 tojune 30,
20 1.Tliis is a non-monc nerslbip/call bordtion co trdcl required by the State of 'lurid
Commission liar the 1'r slbortatioii Disadvanwgcd.
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Effective: 07/01/201-6/30/ 02
STATE OF FLORIDA
COMMISSION FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED
STANDARD COORDINATION/OPERATOR CONTRACT
THIS CONTRACT is entered into between The GUIDANCE/CARF QFNTER INCFlorida
501 c3 not-for-profit corporation, designated pursuant to Chapter 427, F.S., to serve the
transportation disadvantaged for the community that includes the entire area of MONROE County,
and hereinafter referred to as the "Coordinator" and MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY
, hereinafter referred to as the "Agency/Operator". The terms and conditions of
this Contract are effective 49!xj-,2021, and will continue through
June 30, 2022.
WHEREAS, the Coordinator is required, under Rule 1- . 11, F.A.C., when cost effective and
efficient, to enter into contract with a transportation Agency/Operator to provide transportation
services; and
WHEREAS, transportation disadvantaged funds includes any local government, state or federal
funds that are for the transportation of transportation disadvantaged; and
WHEREAS, the Coordinator desires to contract with the Agency/Operator for the provision of
transportation services for the transportation disadvantaged; and
WHEREAS, the Coordinator believes it to be in the public interest to provide such transportation
services through the Agency/Operator for the residents of the service area who are clients of the
Agency/Operator; and
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WHEREAS, the Agency/Operator will provide the Coordinator the opportunity to develop
proposal for any new transportation services needed; and
WHEREAS, the Agency/Operator, in an effort to coordinate available resources, will make
available transportation services to the Coordinator.
WHEREAS, this Contract allows for the provisions of transportation services be provided by the
Agency/Operator, in accordance with Chapter 427, F.S., Rule 1- , F.A.C., and the most current
Community Transportation Coordinator policies.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants, promises and representations
herein, the parties agree as follows:
THE AGENCY/OPERATOR SHALL:
A. Provide services and vehicles according to the conditions specified in Attachment I.
B. Coordinate available resources and make available transportation services to the
Coordinator. Such services shall be provided in accordance with Attachment I. This
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contract currently excludes the coordination of Medicaid trips. A separate Medicaid
transportation contract will be negotiated.
C. Every three (3) months, submit to the Coordinator a Quarterly Year to Date Operating
Report (from the Annual Operating Report) detailing demographic, operational and financial
data regarding coordination activities in the designated service area. The reported data will
include information regarding all transportation provided by the Agency/Operator (including
but not limited to CTC, Medicaid...) The report shall be prepared on forms provided by the
Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged, hereinafter Commission, and according
to the instructions for the forms.
C. Comply with audit and record keeping requirements y:
1. Utilizing the Commission recognized Chart of Accounts defined in the Transportation
Accountin Consortium Model Uniform Accounting stem for Rural and Specialized
Tranortafion Providers ( nifor accounting system) for all transportation
disadvantaged accounting and reporting purposes. Agencies/Operators with existing
and equivalent accounting systems are not required to adopt the Chart of Accounts in
lieu of their existing Chart of Accounts but shall prepare all reports, invoices, and 2
fiscal documents relating to the transportation disadvantaged functions and activities
using the chart of accounts and accounting definitions as outlined in the above
referenced manual.
2. Maintaining and filing with the Coordinator such progress, fiscal, inventory and other
reports as the Coordinator may require during the period of this contract.
3. By reserving to the Coordinator, the right to conduct finance and compliance audits at
any time. Such audits conducted by the Coordinator will be at the expense of the
Coordinator.
E. Retain all financial records, supporting documents, statistical records, and any other
documents pertinent to this Agreement fora period of five O years after termination of this
Agreement. If an audit has been initiated and audit findings have not been resolved at the
end of the five- (5) years, the records shall be retained until resolution of the audit findings.
The Agency/Operator shall assure that these records shall be subject to inspection, review,
or audit at all reasonable times by persons duly authorized by the Coordinator or
Commission or this Agreement. The Commission and the Coordinator shall have full
access to and the right to examine any of the records and documents during the retention
period.
F. Comply with Safety Requirements y:
1. Complying with Section 341.061, F.S., and Rule 14-90, F.A.C., concerning System
Safety or complying with Chapter 234.051, F.S., regarding school bus safety
requirements for those services provided through a school board;
. Assuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws, and Commission policies
relating to drug testing, and;
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3. Complying with Coordinator's System Safety Program Plan (S P ) for designated
service area.
G. Comply with Commission insurance requirements by maintaining at least minimum liability
insurance coverage in the amount of$100,000 for any one person and $200,000 per
occurrence at all times during the existence of this Contract. in the event of any cancellation
or changes in the limits of liability in the insurance policy, the insurance agent or broker shall
notify the Coordinator. The Agency/Operator shall furnish the Coordinator written
verification of the existence of such insurance coverage prior to the execution of this
Contract or proof of a self-insurance program operated by the Agency/Operator. School
board vehicle insurance coverage shall be in accordance with Section 234.03, F.S. and
23 . 11, F.S.
H. Safeguard information by not using or disclosing any information concerning a user of
services under this Agreement for any purpose not in conformity with the local, state and
federal regulations, including but not limited to 45 CF , Part 205 50, except upon order of
court of competent jurisdiction, written consent of the recipient, or his/her responsible parent
or guardian when authorized by law.
1. Protect Civil Rights by:
1. Complying with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, s amended. The Agency/Operator gives this assurance
in consideration of and for the purpose of obtaining federal grants, loans, contracts
(except contracts of insurance or guaranty), property, discounts, or other federal
financial assistance to programs or activities receiving or benefiting from federal
financial assistance and agreeing to complete a Civil Rights Compliance
Questionnaire if so required by the Coordinator. Agency/Operator
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shall also assure
. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 200d et seq.,
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in
programs and activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial
assistance.
. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, s amended, 29 U.S.C. 794,
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in programs and
activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial assistance.
C. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, 20 U.S.C. 161
et seq., which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education
programs and activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial
assistance.
. The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 6101 et seq.,
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age in programs or activities
receiving or benefiting from federal financial assistance.
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e. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981, P.L. 7- 5, which prohibits
discrimination on the basis of sex and religion in programs and activities
receiving or benefiting from federal financial assistance.
f. All regulations, guidelines, and standards lawfully opt under the above
statutes.
. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as it may be amended from time
to time.
2. Agreeing that compliance with this assurance constitutes a condition of continued
receipt of or benefit from federal financial assistance, and that it is binding upon the
Agency/Operator, its successors, subcontractors, transferees, assignees for the
period during which such assistance is provided. Assuring that operators,
subcontractors, sub grantees, or others with whomthe Coordinator arranges to
provide services or benefits to participants or employees in connection with any of its
programs and activities are not discriminating againsto icipnts or
employees in violation of the above statutes, regulations, uielins, and standards. E
In the event of failure to comply, the Agency/Operator agrees that the Coordinator
may, at its discretion, seek a court order requiring compliance with the terms of this
assurance or seek other appropriate judicial or administrative relief, to include
assistance being terminated and further assistance being denied. U
J. The Agency/Operator, as a political sub-division of the State of Florida, as defined in
Section 7 .2 , Florida Statutes, agrees to be fully responsible to the limits set forth in such
statute for its own negligent acts or omissions, or intentional tortuous acts, which result in
claims or suits against either the Agency/Operator/
g y rator or Coordinator, and agrees to be liable to
the statutory limits for any damages proximately caused by said acts or omissions, or
intentional tortuous acts.
Nothing contained in this Section shall be construed to be a waiver by either party of any
protections under sovereign immunity, Section 768.28 Florida Statutes, or any other similar
provision of law. Nothing contained herein shall be construed to be a consent by either
party to be sued by third parties in any matter arising out of this or any other Agreement.
K Comply with all standards and performance requirements of the:
1. The Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged [Attachment Il];
2. The local Coordinating Board approved Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan
and;
3. Any entities that purchaseservice.
Failure to meet the requirements or obligations set forth in this Contract, and performance
requirements established and monitored by the Coordinating Board in the approved
Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan shall be due cause for non-payment of
reimbursement invoices until such deficiencies have been addressed or corrected to the
satisfaction of the Coordinator.
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L. Provide Corrective Action. A corrective action notice is a written notice to the
Agency/Operator that the Agency/Operator is in breach of certain provisions of this Contract
and that correction is required. Any corrective action notice will specify a reasonable time
for corrective action to be completed. The Agency/Operator agrees to implement the
Corrective Action specified in the notice and provide written documentation to substantiate
the implementation of the Corrective Action.
M. All contracts, subcontracts, coordination contracts will be reviewed annually by the
Coordinator and local Coordinating Board for conformance with the requirements of this
Contract.
N. Return to the Coordinator any overpayments due to unearned funds or funds disallowed
pursuant to the terms of this Contract that were disbursed to theAgency/Operator by the
Coordinator. The Agency/Operator shall return any overpayment within thirty (30) calendar
days after either discovery by the Agency/Operator, or notification of the Agency/Operator
by the Coordinator or entity purchasing r n rtti , whichever is earlier. In the event that
the Coordinator first discovers an overpayment has been made, the Coordinator will notify
the Agency/Operator by letter of such a finding. Shouldrepayment not be made in a timely
manner, the Coordinator or purchasing entity will charge interest after thirty ( ) calendar
days after the date of notification or discovery, or the Coordinator will deduct said amount
from future invoices. U
O. In performing this Contract, the Agency/ Operator shall not discriminate againstany
employee or applicant for employment because of race, age, disability, creed, color, sex or
national origin. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment
upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or
termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training,
including apprenticeship. The Agency/Operator shall insert the foregoing provision
modified only to show the particular contractual relationship in ll its contracts in connection
with the development of operation of the Contract, except contracts for the standard
commercial supplies or raw materials, ands all require all such contractors to insert a
similar provision in subcontracts relating to the performance of this Contract, except
subcontracts for standard commercial supplies or raw trials. The Agency/Operator
shall post, in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for employment for
Project work, notices setting forth the provisions of the nondiscrimination clause.
P. By execution of this Contract, theAgency/Operator represents that it has not paid and, also,
agrees not to pay, any bonus or commission for the purpose of obtaining an approval of its
application for the financing hereunder. Funds disbursed to the Agency/Operator under this
Contract shall not be expended for the purpose of lobbying the Legislature, the judicial
branch, or a state agency.
THE COORDINATOR SHALL:
A. Recognize the Agency/Operator as describedin Chapter 427, F.S., and Rule 41-2, F.A.C.
B. Insure that entities with transportation disadvantaged funds will purchase Transportation
Disadvantaged services through the coordinated system.
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C. At a minimum, annually monitor the Agency/Operator for insurance, safety and reporting
requirements, pursuant to Chapter 427, F. ., and Rule 1-2, F.A.C. The information
contained in the Annual Operating Report must be collected, at a minimum, quarterly from
the Agency/Operator.
THE OPERATOR AND COORDINATOR FURTHER AGREE:
A. Nothing in the Contract shall require the Coordinator to observe or enforce compliance with
any provision thereof, perform any other act or do any other thing in contravention of any
applicable state law. If any provision of the Contract is found by a court of law to violate any
applicable state law, the purchasing entity will at once notify the Coordinator in writing in
order that appropriate changes and modification may be made by the Coordinator and the
Agency/Operator to the end that the Agency/Operator may proceed as soon as possible
with the provision of transportation services.
B. If any part or provision of this Contract is held invalid; the remainder of this Contract shall be
binding on the parties hereto.
C. Termination Conditions:
1. Termination at Will - This Contract may be terminated by either party upon no less
than thirty (30) days notice, without cause. Said notice shall be delivered by certified
mail, return receipt required, or in person with proof of delivery.
2. Termination due to Lack of Designation - In the event that the Coordinator so
designated by the local Coordinating oar and approved by the Commission, loses
its designation, this contract is terminated immediately upon notification to the
Agency/Operator. Notice shall be delivered by certified mil, return receipt LU
requested, or in person, with proof of delivery. Notice shall beeffective upon receipt.
3. Termination due to Disapproval of Memorandum of Agreement - In the event that the
Commission does not accept and approve any contracted transportation rates listed
within the Memorandum of Agreement, this Contract is terminated immediately upon
notification to the Agency/Operator. Notice shall be delivered by certified mail, return
receipt requested, or in person, with proof of delivery. Notice shall beeffective upon
receipt.
. Termination due to Lack of Funds - In the event funds to finance this contract
become unavailable, the Coordinator may terminate the contract with no less than
twenty-four ( ) hours written notice to the Agency/Operator. Notice shall be
delivered by certified mail, return receipt requested, or in person, with proof of
delivery. Notice shall beeffective upon receipt. The Coordinator shall be the final
authority as to the availability of funds.
5. Termination for Breach - Unless the Agency/Operator's breach is waived by the
Coordinator in writing, the Coordinator may, by written notice to the Agency/Operator,
terminate this Contract upon no less thantwenty-four ( 4) hours notice. Notice shall
be delivered by certified mail, return receipt requested, or in person with proof of
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delivery. Waiver by the Coordinator of breach of any provision of this Contract shall
not be deemed to be a waiver of anyother breach and shall not be construed to be a
modification of the terms of this Contract, and shall not act as a waiver or estoppel to
enforcement of any provision of this Contract. The provisions herein do not limit the
Coordinator's right to remedies at law or to damages.
6. Upon receipt of a notice of termination of this Contract for any reason, the
Agency/Operator shall cease service and prepare all final reports and documents
required by the terms of this Contract. A final invoice shall be sent to the Coordinator
within thirty (30) days after the termination of this Contract.
7. The Coordinator shall pay all bills within 7 days to the Agency/Operator after receipt
of said payment by the CTD. Nonpayment to the Agency/Operator shall be a breach
for which Agency/Operator may give 4-hour notice of termination of the contract.
D. Renegotiations or Modifications of this Contract shall only be valid when they have been
reduced to writing, duly approved by the Coordinator, and signed by bothparties hereto.
. Agency/Operator shall assign no portion of this Contract without the prior written consent of 2
the Coordinator.
F. This Contract is the entire agreement between the parties.
G. Attachments I and II are an integral part of the Contract and are hereby incorporated by 2
reference into this Contract. All subsequent attachments are of an optional nature. 0
H. Notice and Contact:
The name and address of the contract manager for the Coordinator for this Contract is:
Lisa Marciniak, Transportation Coordinator
Guidance/Care Center, Inc.
3000 41 st Street, Ocean
Marathon, FL 350
The representative/position of theAgency/Operator responsible for administration of the
program under this contract is:
Administrator, Transportation
Monroe County Transportation
1100 Simonton Street 1-190
Key West, Florida 33040
In the event that different representatives are designated by either party after execution of
this Contract, notice of the name and address of the new representative will be rendered in
writing to the other party and said notification attached to originals of this Contract.
This contract and its attachments contain all the terms and conditions agreed upon by the parties,
hereto.
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WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused these presents to be executed.
AGENCY/OPERATOR: COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION
COORDINATOR
Monroe County Board of County
Commissioners Guidance /Care Center, Inc., a Florida
1 c not-for-profit corporation
[Agency/Operator Name ] [ Coordinator Name]
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ATTACHMENT
AGENCY/OPERATOR CONTRACT
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
1. The Agency/Operator will be ablet r v! : (type of service)
Ambulatory and wheelchair service, paratransit
2. The Agency/Operator will be available v i a transportation (schedule)
Monday - Friday 8 AM to 5 PM
3. Days Agency/Operator will not be ableto providee i .
Service will not be provided on Saturday and Sunday or County holidays
Vehicles n / rat r will use to transport all passengers(fleet list-if list does not
fit in this section, please attach a separate sheet—please also include number of seats and
w/c capacity) See Attached List
5. Vehicle/Equipment Standards
Air Conditioning, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, warningtriangles, way radios, bodily fluids kit,
tie downs for Ic accessible vehicles.
6. Driver Requirements
License type depended on FL DOT requirements, 3 year clean driving record, CPR & First
Aid, HIV training, Physicals, Defensive Driving, r Screening (see FAC 1- 0 and
requirements illustrated throughout contract)
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7. Training
Current CPR and First Aid certification, HIV/AIDS, Defensive Driving, Pre-employment and
biennial driver physicals, ADA training (see FAC 1-90 and requirements illustrated
throughout contract)
8. Reporting Requirements
Quarterly Operating Reports, documenting all trips provided, Annual Review (conducted by
CT )
9. Trips will be reimbursed on a priority of need basis. The priority structure will be as follows:
st Priority - Medical (Medical reasons include trips to treatment, the doctor,
dentist, chiropractor, the hospital and to purchase prescriptions.)
2"a Priority— School/Day Care
ra Priority - Other (Other includes transport for the purpose of conducting personal
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ATTACHMENT II
The Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged
Standards and Performance Requirements
Pursuant to Rule 1- .00 , Florida Administrative Code, the Community Transportation
Coordinator and any Transportation Operator/Agency from om service is purchased or arranged
y the Community Transportation Coordinator s II adhere to Commission approved standards.
These standards shall include:
O Drug and alcohol testing forsafety sensitive job positions within the coordinated system
regarding pre-employment, randomization, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion as
required by the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Transit Administration;
( ) An escort of a passenger and dependent children are to be transported s locally negotiated
and identified in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan;
(c) Child restraint devices shall be determined locally as to their use, responsibility, and cost of
such device in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan;
( ) Passenger property that can be carried by the passenger and/or driver in one trip and can
e safely be stowed on the vehicle, shall be allowed to be transported with the passenger at
no additional charge. Additional requirements may be negotiated for carrying and loading
rider property beyond this amount. Passenger property does not include wheelchairs, child
seats, stretchers, secured oxygen, persona( assistive devices, or intravenous devices;
(e) Vehicle transfer points shall provide shelter, security and safety of passengers;
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(f) A local toll free phone number for complaints or grievances shall be posted inside the
vehicle. The local complaint process shall be outlined as a section in the local
Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan including, advising the dissatisfied person about
the Commission's Ombudsman Program as a step within the process as approved by the
Local Coordinating oar ;
(g) Out of service area trips shall be provided when determined locally and approved by the
local Coordinating Board, except in instances where local ordinances prohibit such trips;
(h) Interior of all vehicles shall be free from dirt, grime, oil, trash, torn upholstery, damaged o
broken seats, protruding metal or other objects or materials which could soil items placdin
the vehicle or provide discomfort for the passenger;
(i) Billing requirements of the Community Transportation Coordinator to subcontractors shall be
determined locally by the local Coordinating o rd and provided in the local Transportation
Disadvantaged Service Plan. All bills shall be paid within 15 calendar days to
subcontractors, after receipt of said payment by the Community Transportation Coordinator,
except in instances where the Community Transportation Coordinator is a no -
governmental entity;
(j) Passenger/trip database must be maintained or accessible by the Community
Transportation Coordinator on each rider being transported itin the system;
(k) Adequate seating for paratransit services shall be provided toeach rider and escort, child,
or personal care attendant, and no more passengers than the registered passenger seating
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capacity shall be scheduled or transported in a vehicle t any time. For transit services
provided by transit vehicles, adequate seating or standing space ill be provided to each
rider and escort, child, or personal care t n nt, and no more passengers than the
registered passenger seating or standing capacity shall be scheduled or transported in
vehicle at any time;
(1) Drivers for paratransit services, including coordination contractors, shall be required to
announce and identify themselves by name and company in a manner that is conducive to
communications with the specific passenger, upon pickup of each rider, group of riders, or
representative, guardian, or associate of the rider, except in situations where the driver
regularly transports the rider on a recurring basis. Each driver must have photo
identification that is in view of the passenger, Name patches, inscriptions or badges that
affixto driver clothing are acceptable. For transit services, the driver photo identification
shall be in a conspicuous location in the vehicle;
(m) The paratransit driver shall provide the passenger with boarding assistance, if necessary or
requested, to the seating portion of the vehicle. The boarding assistance shall include
opening the vehicle door, fastening the seat belt or utilization of wheel chair securement E
devices, storage of mobility assistive devices, and closing the vehicle door. In certain
paratransit service categories, the driver may also be required to open and close doors to
buildings, except in situations in which assistance in opening/closing building doors would
not be safe for passengers remaining on the vehicle. Assisted access must be in a dignified
manner. Drivers may not assist wheelchair up or down more than one step, unless it can be
performed safely as determined by the passenger, guardian, and driver;
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(n) All vehicles ordered or put into service after adoption of this section of the Rule, and
providing service within the coordinated system, shall be equipped withtwo-way
communications in good working order and be audibleto the driver at all times to the base.
All vehicles that are not equipped with two-way communications shall have two years to be LU
in compliance after the adoption date of this section of theRule;
(o) All vehicles ordered or put into service after the adoption of this section of the Rule, and
providing service within the coordinated system, shall have working air conditioners and
heaters in each vehicle. Vehicles that do not have a working air conditioner or heater will be
scheduled for repair or replacement as soon as possible. All vehicles that are notequipped
with an air conditioner shall have two years to be in compliance after the adoption date of
this section of the Rule;
( ) First Aid shall be determined locally and provided in the local Transportation Disadvantaged
Service Plan; and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation shall be determinedlocally and provided
in the local Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan.
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