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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem J02COUNTY of MONROE The Florida Keys BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Mayor Holly Merrill Raschein, District 5 Mayor Pro Tern James K. Scholl, District 3 Craig Cates, District 1 Michelle Lincoln, District David Rice, District 4 Regular Meeting February 18, 2026 Agenda Item Number: 26-0347 BULK ITEM: Yes DEPARTMENT: Budget and Finance TIME APPROXIMATE: N/A STAFF CONTACT: John Quinn AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Approval of Monroe County Sheriffs Office request for expenditure of South Florida Law Enforcement Asset Forfeiture Funds for FY2026 in the amount of $36,613.00 for the purchase of a 2026 Nissan Pathfinder vehicle to be assigned to the South Florida High Intensity Drug Traffic Area (SFHIDTA). ITEM BACKGROUND: The vehicle will be a "pool' vehicle to be used by MCSO authorized personnel for administrative and intelligence analysis related functions including attending meetings, conducting audits, site visits, and other functions as authorized. This vehicle may also be used to tow a 500-gallon mobile gasoline tank in emergency situations. This vehicle will rotate between the three (3) MCSO leased facilities in Sweetwater, Weston, and Plantation, respectively. The vehicle will be for use by MCSO personnel only. The vehicle will be titled under MCSO and will be on MCSO inventory. The purchase will be made under Florida Sheriffs Association contract number FSA25-VEL33.0. PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: On September 16, 2020, the BOCC approved a budget amendment to accommodate the new directive issued by the Department of Justice and the Department of Treasury to transition the Sheriffs equitable sharing accounts to the county finance offices. INSURANCE REQUIRED: No CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval DOCUMENTATION: Purchase of the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder Documentation. FINANCIAL IMPACT: Effective Date: Expiration Date: Total Dollar Value of Contract: Total Cost to County: Current Year Portion: Budgeted: Yes Source of Funds: Fund 162 — Law Enforcement Trust Fund CPI: Indirect Costs: Estimated Ongoing Costs Not Included in above dollar amounts: J2. Approval of Monroe County Sheriffs Office request for expenditure of South Florida Law Enforcement Asset Forfeiture Funds for FY2026 in the amount of $36,613.00 for the purchase of a 2026 Nissan Pathfinder vehicle to be assigned to the South Florida High Intensity Drug Traffic Area (SFHIDTA). MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE SHARING OF FEDERALLY FORFEITED PROPERTY - South. Florida Law Enforcement Asset Forfeiture Fund FY26-1014 Name of Organization: Address: NCIC Number: Monroe County Sheriff 13200 Meridian Parkway VFLO440000 Suite 101 ........... Contact Name: Weston, FL f" D , UNS number: " , , L iss eft e Meneses # 33331 i 143414089 . . . ..... ............ . Phone Number: 954-430-4904 . ........ ....... Email: LMMeneses@sflhidta.or __ . .......... . . __ __ _ ....... . . ...... .. Type Of Entity (X one): State �'X ounty Local Government Department/Agency Private, nonprofit organization, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501 (c)(3) or (4) Other (Please describe): Activity/Mission of Entity (i.e., drug abuse treatment, drug and crime prevention, providing housing, providing job skills, etc). Please be as descriptive as possible: The Monroe Sheriff's Office is the primary fiduciary for the South Florida High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (SFLHIDTA) project. The SFLHIDTA covers eight counties (Monroe, Miami -Dade, Broward, Martin, St. Lucie, Collier,Palm Beach, Lee)and consists of 38 Law Enforcement Tasks Force initiatives dedicated to a myriad of tasks related to narcotics trafficking, including interdiction, money laundering, street gangs, and cyber-crime. There are over 1,000 participating law enforcement and civilian personnel, with over 600 located in the three South Florida HIDTA facilities in Miami -Dade and Broward Counties. Detail of Request for Shared Funds (must include breakdown of initiatives to be accomplished with shared monies, costs, and timeframes for completion): This Treasury Asset Forfeiture request is for the purchase of a 2026 Nissan Pathfinder vehicle to be assigned to the SFLHIDTA..,The vehicle will be for use by MCSO personnel only. The vehicle will be titled under MCSO and will be on MCSO inventory. The purchase will be made under Florida Sheriffs Association contract number FSA25-VEL33.0 (quote attached). Total Price of the vehicle is $36,613.00, including delivery to Weston, FL. The base price of the vehicle is $32,839.00. The SV option($1,668.00) was added because of the added safety features such as lane intervention, blind spot notification, and cross traffic alert. The trailer package ($1,086.00) and electric brakes ($476.00) were added, along with carpet ($299.00) and an extra key fob ( $347.00) Detail activity's connection to furthering law enforcement efforts. For example, direct connection (paying for information), preventative connection (drug awareness program), or developmental connection (funding law enforcement awareness in a youth program). The vehicle will be a "pool" vehicle to be used by MCSO authorized personnel for administrative and intelligence analysis related functions including attending meetings, conducting audits, site visits, and other functions as authorized. This vehicle may also be used to tow a 500 gallon mobile gasoline tank in emergency situations. This vehicle will rotated between the three (3) MCSO leased facilities in Sweetwater, Weston, and Plantation, respectively Will the grant monies requested be used as matching funds for another grant. No. Detail funding sources explored for this initiative (this explanation should include the requestor's existing budget and all other options). This request is for an expense that was not budgeted. This request complies with the 2024 Treasury Guide to Equitable Sharing, Section V. page 18c. d. Law enforcement equipment —Costs associated with the purchase, lease, maintenance (including repairs or service agreements), or operation of law enforcement equipment for use by law enforcement personnel that supports law enforcement activities. Examples include furniture, audio-visual equipment, office supplies, telecommunications equipment, copiers, safes, fitness equipment, computers, computer accessories and software, body armor, body -worn cameras, cloud data storage, uniforms, firearms and related equipment, ammunition, radios, cellular telephones, electronic surveillance equipment, vehicles (e.g,, patrol and unmarked vehicles), and animals and animal -care -related expenses. Certification by Applicant: I hereby certify: I . All information included in this application is true. I A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. S. No officer, director, trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense, G. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use tinder the laws, rules, regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. 1 agree to comply with the following Additional South Florida Law Enforcement Asset Sharing Fund requirements a) Funds are disbursed on an advance payment basis to approved recipients to procure the goods requested in the application and spending plan proposal, b) Any excess funds that are unspent from the approved application must be kept in an agency's isolated revenue account and not comingled with general funds. These monies must be spent in accordance to the guidelines ofthe equitable sharing program. c) Recipient agencies must report the transfers received by Monroe County Sheriffs Office as equitable sharing income in their annual reports. d) I agree to report enforcement results achieved with the use of any awarded funds in the manner prescribed by the South Florida Board of D Asset Sharin4gFu ,,ire 01/15/2026 SFLIJIDTA Director (S* ture Date: (Printed): Hugo Barrera ----------- 644// ----------------- --- DATE: ---- 0 ---- MONROE COLJIN* 'L"' U FORK '�EPD', Sheriff Richard' Ramsay APPA FORM: P� CK J. MCC ULLAH GENERAL COUNSEL CRATE : Rev 7/26/17 Spec 2547- Pathfinder S 4x4 Model 25016 The listed FACTORY Options and Model Upgrades are Discounted 2% from MSRP Option Code Description 2026 MSRP Bid Price S Model AWD 3.5L direct -injection V6 w/ 284 hp & 259 lb- ft, 9-speed Automatic Transmission w/ manual -mode paddle shifters + 3,5001b standard towing capacity + Hill Start Assist / Hill Hold Control + Trailer Sway Control + Idle stop/start + 18" Painted Alloy wheels + P255/60R 18 all -season tires + Dual power outside mirrors + Rear privacy glass + RearView Monitor + Rear Sonar + Tri-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) w/ 2nd-row climate control + Nissan Intelligent Key(D w/ Push Button Start and Approach Unlock / Walk 25016 Base Away Lock; Standard SV Model Upgrade, INCLUDING S contents, plus: Speed sensitive wipers + Smart Auto Headlights w/ wiper connect + Auto Hazard Warning Signal + Fog Lights + Heated outside mirrors w/ LED turn signal indicator + Black roof rails + Body Color Outside mirror + Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) w/ Full Speed Range & Hold + Remote Engine Start + Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) + Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) SV Grade emblem + + I -Key (Door Lock, Unlock) + Power windows w/one-touch auto up/down (DR & AS) + + Auto dimming rear view mirror with UGDO + Illuminated vanity mirrors (DR & AS) + 12-volt DC power outlets (3) (1 x IP/1 x console/lx cargo) + Individual Tire Pressure Display + Remote Engine Start System + Auto Hazard Warning Signal + Blind spot warning + cross traffic alert + Intelligent Cruise 25216 Control (ICC); $ 1,600.00 $ 1,568.00 Rock Creek upgrade Includes SV Features plus: Tow Hitch Receiver, Harness + 6,000 lbs. max Towing Capacity + Off - road tuned Suspension + 18" Wheels w/ Beadlock styled design + 265/60 R18 All -Terrain Tires + Off -Road Intelligent Around View@ Monitor (I -AVM) + Unique Tubular Roof Rack + Unique Front Fascia and Grille + Rock Creek badging + LED fog lamps + 2nd-row Captain Chairs + 2nd- row Captain Chairs + Leatherette appointed seats with 25416 unique centers; , $ 4,610.00 A $ 4,518.00 ... ....... .. . . ....... . ................. - ----- 11 ............ . ,SL Model upgrade includes SV model upgrade plus + 10- Way Power Driver's Seat Including 2-Way Power Lumbar Support + 4-way power front passenger seat + Driver seat and outside mirror position memory + OSRV mirrors - heated �+ OSRV mirrors - reverse sync + Interior welcome lighting �logic + Leather seating surfaces w/ double stitch +Blind Spot �Intervention (BSI) + Liftgate position memory + Electric folding outside mirrors + NissanConnectsm with Navigation and Services + Voice recognition for navigation, + SiriusXM Traffic + Digital compass + NissanConnect ServicesSM powered by SiriusXM@ + Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) Automatic Collision Notification, Emergency Call and Stolen iVehicle Locator + +Flash Lights, Sound Horn + Curfew and Speed alerts + Dealer Service Scheduling and Maintenance Alerts; SV Premium Package Includes Panoramic Moonroof + Power liftgate w/ position memory + Tow Hitch Receiver, Harness + 6,000 lbs. max Towing Capacity + 2nd-row �Captain Chairs + 2nd-row Removable Center Console; 1,960.00 !SL Premium Package + Panoramic Moonroof + 20"' Alloy wheels + 255/5OR20 all -season tires + Tow Hitch Receiver, �Harness + 6,000 lbs. max Towing Capacity + BOSE 'Premium Audio w/ 13 Speakers including dual driver subwoofer + 2nd-row Captain Chairs + 2nd-row Removable Center Console + Heated Rear Seats; $ 2,990.00 1$ 2,930.00 Delete Package; Available SV and SL 12' Digital Dashboard Delete Platinum only .6- D it Lamps 12-Tone Roof Premi-urn Paint and 2-Tone Roof Splash Guards, Black, 4-piece All models ­­­­ .... ... . ........... . — Cross Bars Available SV and SL Models Lighting Package (Illuminated Kick Plate, Welcome Lighting) Available SV and SL i Lighting Package Platinum Floor Mats, 4 piece Carpet All models Carpeted Floor Mats: Captain's Chairs (4-pe set) Platinum only �''• All -season Floor Liners & Prot tor Cargo Package (Cargo Area Protector, Cargo Net, dividers, Console Net, First Aid) N/A Rock Creek l iDash Cam - Dual Camera Drive Recorder Avalable SL: idealer install additional $210.00 K10 1Black Appearance Package Available SV and SL $ 485.00 461.0,0 The Listed Dealer Add Options are Marked up from Cost as shown HD Mats Weather Tech Style Heavy duty rubber mats includes 3rd row mat 40% $ 385.00 Electric Brks ipackage Dealer installed electric brake controller requires towing 40% $ 475.00 Tow Pk g Class 1 towing package with 4 wire trailer harness + 1 7/8 ball and mount + in and clip Dealer installed 30% $ 920.00 Class 3— Dealer installed Trailer Tow Package Includes Trailer hitch receiver, Trailer towing harness; 6000# ball mount with 2" ball and in and clip: 40% $1,085.00 Running Boards Dealer installed Running boards 40% $1,175.00 Dark tint Dealer installed darkest legal tint Front door glass 40% $ 197.00 Tint strig Windshield Visor strip 45% $ 50.00 Vent Visors Vent visors - stick -on style 40% $ 230.00 BSM Body side molding Dealer installed 40% $ 197.00 Nitro Nitrogen filled tires including spare tire 45% $ 175.00 BUA Backup alarm, dealer installed Ecco 92 db 40% $ 165.00 Hood Protect Factory Hood Protector Dealer installed 40% $ 155.00 Computer Stand Dealer installed Light duty computer stand 40% $ 890.00 Computer Laptop Stand Frontier base and 7160-0775 Tube assembly and 7160- 0250 Notepad cradle and 7160-0251 Screen support 30% $ 1,389.00_ 450 W Inverter Xantrex Xpower 450 inverter Size 8.3 x 4.5 x 2.6" 40% $ 550.00 600 W Inverter Xantrex SW600 True Sinewave Inverter Model 806-1206 40% $ 685.00 Safety Kit Fire extinguisher and triangle flare kit 45% $ 102.00" Dome LiQht 5" round dome lamp between sunvisors Dealer installed 40% $ 239.00 Visors Vent visors - stick -on style 40% $ 245.00 3rd key Additional Key Fob(s) Includes dealer programing 40% $ 347.00 Mini Light bar Mini Century Amber Lightbar 11 " with Permanent Mount kit Part # MCI 1 PA , 16" Bar add $92.00 30% $1,359.00 Strobes 4 corner Buyers LED Strobes surface mounted; Whelen Mini T Ion amber Strobes additional $310.00 40% $1,040.00 Ion Strobes 4 Corner Whelen Ion T series Linear A/W Strobes 40% $1,490.00 Amber Light bar 1 Amber LED Light Bar with Work lights, Alley Lights & Rear Traffic Advisor Installed; Whelen 9X Edge additional 430.00; 40% $ 2,540.00 Pin Stripes jPin stripes/door edge guard Dealer Installed 40% $ 249.00 Dealer Tag Options and Extended Warranty No Discount Additional Factory options not listed will be discounted 2%; additional Dealer options will be discounted 10% from Retail DIO price. Any surcharges will be itemized and passed on at cost; Inc Stock fee Out of Retail inventory expense billed at 2 % of quote Temporary tag, Vehicle Title Work is provided and Temp Tag Temporary Tag Issued 0% $ 25.00 Tag Transfer Transfer existing registration (must provide to number) 0% $ 120.00A New Yellow Tag (specify state, county, city, sheriff, etc.) New Tag Includes Secure Delivery I 0% $ 156.00 I Class 2 Nissan Security+Plus Gold Preferred 36 months or GP2361 00 100,000 miles -0- Deductible Extended Warranty 0% $2,468.00 Class 2 Nissan Security+Plus Gold Preferred 48 months or GP248120 120,000 miles -0- Deductible Extended Warranty 0% $2,817.001 Class 2 Nissan Security+Plus Gold Preferred M months or GP260100 100,000 miles -0- Deductible Extended Warranty 1 0% Bid Award Contract: F5A25�EL334 Pursuit, Admmistnadve, and U1herVehides Group: Utility &Hyb/idULiUtyVehicles -4x4and AVVQ bemm:304, Nissan, PathhnderS4x4 25016 Description: Refer FSA Base Specifications PDFdocument Kx*deYUpgrade/Dom/og,ade: Zone Rank Vendor Price Build File Options File Western Primary Te/,yTay|o/'sDeLandNissan, Inc, $32.889.00 Bui|d OpUons Northern Primary ferry Tay|or'sDeLandNissan, Inc $32.83(WO Bui|d Opduns Central Primary TerryTay|mr'sDeLandNissan, Inc, $32,809,00 E"uiH Qpdons Southern Primary TerryTay|or'sDeLandNissan, Inc. $32'839�O0 Bu||d 0pt|uns IN Joel C Widell 305-481-4503 DELAN D NISSAN 2600 SOUTH WOODLAND BLVD DELAND, , "L 32720 Ph: 386-734-3003 Fax: 386-734-5743 C eIl 386-801-,4187 E-mailFrom: Howard WilIiarns F owar w lql msm 0D rr. om Pages: � Staff car Date: 1/12/2026 SAk25-VEL33.0 Item: #304 Pdoe mr•: * I �m�239.N 171ntervention ** g w.ml* isensitive * w w w.Aut* w w a * * *,'Color ,mirrors w/ LED turn signal indicator + Black roof rails + Body'Speed Outside mirror + Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) w/ Full Range & Hold + Remote Engine Start + Blind Spot Intervention (DooroPower windows * w up/down (li * & . Auto dimming imirrorDM a vanity mirrorsm1a a powerivolt DC s " * . *, w 'Individual Remotew Autod Warning Signal + Blind w.* warning �ent.CruiseControl (ICC) • models ��uml Additionalw � cl "" «; hm, 4700 MITrim Ab 18 1 Guide to Equitable Sharing d. Law enforcement equipment —Costs associated with the purchase, lease, maintenance (including repairs or service agreements), or operation of law enforcement equipment for use by law enforcement personnel that supports law enforcement activities. Examples include furniture, audio-visual equipment, office supplies, telecommunications equipment, copiers, safes, fitness equipment, computers, computer accessories and software, body armor, body - worn cameras, cloud data storage, uniforms, firearms and related equipment, ammunition, radios, cellular telephones, electronic surveillance equipment, vehicles (e.g., patrol and unmarked vehicles), and animals and animal -care -related expenses. e. joint law enforcement and public safety operations —Costs associated with the purchase of multi -use equipment and operations used by both law enforcement and non -law enforcement personnel. Examples include 911 call center equipment, defibrillators, Naloxone, search and rescue boats, aircraft, and diving equipment. These expenditures are exempt from the pro-rata calculation of law -enforcement -related costs. "There must be a law enforcement use; the equipment cannot be solely for non -law enforcement operations, such as fire and EMS vehicles. Contracts for services —Costs associated with a contract for a specific service that supports or enhances law enforcement. Examples include translation and language assistance services, outsourced laboratory testing, staffing and feasibility studies, auditing of equitable sharing funds, Employee Assistance Program services, subject matter expert consultations, grant writing, or software development. Employment -related contracts or contracts involving inherently law enforcement functions are prohibited. Examples include hiring an attorney, investigator, or civilian personnel to perform tasks typically or previously performed by agency or jurisdiction personnel. Under no circumstances should any agency enter a contract that bases payment on a percentage of the seizures and forfeitures of the law enforcement agency. g. Law enforcement travel and per diem —Costs associated with travel and transportation for law enforcement agency personnel to perform or support law enforcement duties and activities. Travel and per them for personnel from other agencies is not permitted. All related costs must be in accordance with the jurisdiction's travel and per them policies and must not create actual or the appearance of extravagance, waste, or impropriety. h. Law enforcement awards and memorials —Costs associated with the purchase of plaques, certificates, commemorative badges, and challenge coins in recognition of a law enforcement achievement, activity, or training. Shared funds may not be used to pay monetary awards in any form, including cash, cash equivalents, or stored value cards. Shared funds may be used to pay the costs for commemorative plaques, displays, or memorials on law enforcement property to recognize or memorialize a law enforcement officer's contributions, such as a memorial plaque or stone in honor of an agency's officers killed in the line of duty. The plaque, display, or memorial must not create actual or the appearance of extravagance, waste, or impropriety. justice shared funds may not be used for memorials involving construction. See Section V.13.2.irt.