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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem D12 COUNTY of MONROE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS � Mayor Michelle Lincoln,District 2 The Florida Keys Mayor Pro Tern David Rice,District 4 y Craig Cates,District 1 James K. Scholl,District 3 � « Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5 Regular Meeting July 15, 2026 Agenda Item Number: D12 26-32322 BULK ITEM: Yes DEPARTMENT: Tourist Development Council TIME APPROXIMATE: N/A STAFF CONTACT: Ammie Machan AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Approval to pay for expenditures incurred by 3406 N Roosevelt Blvd Corporation d/b/a Visit Florida Keys (VFK) for agreements with JFQ Marketing for consulting and 4th Amendment to Agreement with HumaniHR for HR S ervc i e s. ITEM BACKGROUND: Visit Florida Keys approved this agreement and amendment at their meeting of June 25, 2026. PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: INSURANCE REQUIRED: No CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval DOCUMENTATION: FINANCIAL IMPACT: Effective Date: 06/22/2026 Expiration Date: Total Dollar Value of Contract: Total Cost to County: Current Year Portion: Budgeted: Yes Source of Funds: CPI: Indirect Costs: Estimated Ongoing Costs Not Included in above dollar amounts: Revenue Producing: No If yes, amount: Grant: No County Match: No D12. Approval to pay for expenditures incurred by 3406 N Roosevelt Blvd Corporation d/b/a Visit Florida Keys (VFK) for agreements with JFQ Marketing for consulting and 4th Amendment to Agreement with HumaniHR for HR Servcies. Amendment(4th Amendment)to Services Agreement THIS AMENDMENT to Agreement dated this day of 2026 is entered into by and between the 3406 North Roosevelt Boulevard Corporation d/b/a Visit Florida Keys (Client), a corporation incorporated in the State of Florida and Humani HR Co. (Humani) WHEREAS, there was an Agreement entered into on September 24, 2024, between the parties for Humani to provide consulting services to Client; and WHEREAS, the Agreement was revised by the 1 St Amendment to the Agreement to allow for the reimbursement of Human Resource Software; and WHEREAS, the Agreement was revised by the 2nd Amendment to Agreement to extend the Agreement to September 30, 2027, waive the requirement to seek additional price quotes and to engage in a competitive solicitation as Humani has proven to be a well-qualified professional service and utilizing their service would be more cost effective than seeking to hire staff to perform these services, and revise Appendix A of the Agreement; and WHEREAS, the agreement was revised by the 3rd Amendment to agreement to update the cost of the HIRS software expenses; and WHEREAS, it has become necessary to revise the Agreement to revise Paragraph 7 of the agreement outlining compensation to revise consultant fee from $160/hour to $166.25/hour and business partner fee from $180/hour to $187/hour; and NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained in herein, the parties agree to amend the Agreement as follows: 1. Paragraph 7 of the agreement shall be revised to read: 7.The amount Humani bills the Client for their Services shall herein be referred to as the "Compensation". For the completion of the scopes of work detailed in Appendix A,which also contain estimated costs of said work, Humani will bill the Client at the following"Rates": i. $187 per hour for the Services completed by the HR Business Partner ii. $166.25 per hour for the Services completed by the HR Consultant 2. The remaining provisions of this Agreement dated September 24, 2024, as amended shall remain in full force and effect. 4rd Amendment to Agreement— Humani HR 1 IN WITTNESS WHEREFOR,the parties have set their hands and seal on the day and year first above written. 3406 North Roosevelt Boulevard Corporation d/b/a Visit Florida Keys By Chairperson Print Name Date: Humani HR Co. Principal Print Name Date: 4rd Amendment to Agreement— Humani HR 2 AGREEMENT FOR Transition Advisory Services This Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into this day of , 2026 by and between 3406 North Roosevelt Boulevard Corporation d/b/a Visit Florida Keys, whose address is 1201 White Street, Suite 102, Key West, Florida, 33040, its successors and assigns, hereinafter referred to as "VFK", AND Jeanne F. Quinn d/b/a JFQ Marketing its successors and assigns, hereinafter referred to as "Consultant", WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the VFK is in need of advisory services during staff transitions and WHEREAS, Consultant is able to provide the services, as set forth in more detail in Attachment A which shall collectively be referred to as the "Project"; and WHEREAS, VFK is a not-for-profit corporation that supports the Monroe County Tourist Development Council (TDC) and is funded in part by the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners (County) and therefore certain terms and conditions are required by law and policy as set forth herein; NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises, covenants and agreements stated herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, VFK and CONSULTANT agree as follows: FORM OF AGREEMENT ARTICLE 1 1.1 REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES 1.2 By executing this Agreement, CONSULTANT makes the following express representations and warranties to the VFK: 1.3 The CONSULTANT shall maintain all necessary licenses, permits or other authorizations necessary to act as CONSULTANT for the Project until the CONSULTANT'S duties hereunder have been fully satisfied; 1.4 The CONSULTANT has become familiar with the site(s) and the local conditions under which the Project is to be completed. 1.5 The CONSULTANT shall prepare all documentation required by this Agreement in such a manner that they shall be accurate, coordinated and adequate for use in verifying work completed and shall be in conformity and comply with all applicable law, codes and regulations. The CONSULTANT warrants that the documents prepared as a part of this Agreement will be adequate and sufficient to document costs in a manner that is acceptable for reimbursement by government agencies, therefore eliminating any additional cost due to missing or incorrect information. 1.6 The CONSULTANT assumes full responsibility to the extent allowed by law with regards to his performance and those directly under his employ. 1.7 The CONSULTANT'S services shall be performed as expeditiously as is consistent with professional skill and care and the orderly progress of the Project. In providing all services pursuant to this agreement, the CONSULTANT shall abide by all statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations pertaining to, or regulating the provisions of such services, including those now in effect and hereinafter adopted. Any violation of said statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations shall constitute a material breach of this agreement and shall entitle VFK to terminate this contract immediately upon delivery of written notice of termination to the CONSULTANT. 1.8 At all times and for all purposes under this agreement the CONSULTANT is an independent consultant and not an employee of VFK, the TDC or the Board of County Commissioners for Monroe County. No statement contained in this agreement shall be construed so as to find the CONSULTANT or any of his/her employees, consultants, servants, or agents to be employees of the Board of County Commissioners for Monroe County. 1.9 The CONSULTANT shall not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, or any other characteristic or aspect which is not job related, in its recruiting, hiring, promoting, terminating, or any other area affecting employment under this agreement or with the provision of services or goods under this agreement. ARTICLE II SCOPE OF BASIC SERVICES 2.1 DEFINITION CONSULTANT'S Scope of Basic Services consist of those described in Attachment A. The CONSULTANT shall commence work on the services provided for in this Agreement promptly upon his receipt of a written notice to proceed from VFK. 2.2 NOTICE REQUIREMENT All written correspondence to the VFK shall be dated and signed by an authorized representative of the CONSULTANT. Any notice required or permitted under this agreement shall be in writing and hand delivered or mailed, postage pre-paid, to VFK by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the following: Kara Franker President/CEO of VFK 1201 White Street, Suite 102 Key West, FL 33040 For the Consultant: Jeanne F. Quinn JFQ Marketing 29041 Geranium Drive Big Pine Key FL 33043 ARTICLE III ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS AND SERVICES 3.1 Additional products and services are those products and services not included in the Scope of Services (Paragraph 2.) as set forth in Attachment A. Should the VFK require additional products or services they shall be paid for by the VFK at pricing, rates or fees as negotiated and in accordance with price quote or competitively bid pricing, but only if approved by the VFK before commencement. 3.2 If Additional Services are required the VFK shall issue a letter requesting and describing the requested products and services to the CONSULTANT. The CONSULTANT shall respond with a fee proposal, in accordance with prior price quotes or competitive bid pricing. Only after receiving an amendment to the Agreement and a notice to proceed from the VFK, shall the CONSULTANT proceed with the Additional Services. Any additional services must be funded and approved by the VFK board. ARTICLE IV VFWS RESPONSIBILITIES 4.1 VFK shall provide complete and accurate information and cooperation regarding requirements for the Project. 4.2 VFK shall designate a representative to act on the VFK's behalf with respect to the Project. VFK or its representative shall render decisions in a timely manner pertaining to request for information submitted by the CONSULTANT in order to avoid unreasonable delay in the orderly and sequential progress of the CONSULTANT'S services. 4.3 The VFK shall furnish required information and shall render approvals and decisions as expeditiously as necessary for the orderly progress of the CONSULTANT'S services. ARTICLE V INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS 5.1 The CONSULTANT covenants and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless VFK, the Monroe County Tourist Development Council, Monroe County and Monroe County Board of County Commissioners, its officers and employees from third party liabilities, damages, losses and reasonable costs, including but not limited to, reasonable attorneys' fees, to the extent caused by the negligence, recklessness, or intentional wrongful conduct of the CONSULTANT, subconsultant(s) and other persons employed or utilized by the CONSULTANT in the performance of the contract. 5.2 The extent of liability is in no way limited to, reduced, or lessened by the insurance requirements contained elsewhere within this agreement. 5.3 This indemnification shall survive the expiration or early termination of the Agreement. ARTICLE VI PERSONNEL 6.1 PERSONNEL The CONSULTANT shall assign only qualified personnel to perform any service concerning the project. ARTICLE V11 COMPENSATION and TERM 7.1 COMPENSATION BASED ON SPECIFIED RATES 7.1.1 The VFK shall pay the CONSULTANT for the CONSULTANT'S performance of this Scope of Work as outlined in Attachment A. The Total Not to Exceed Amount of Thirteen Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($13,00.OQ) 7.2 PAYMENTS 7.2.1 For its assumption and performances of the duties, obligations and responsibilities set forth herein, the CONSULTANT shall be paid monthly. Payment will be made pursuant to the Local Government Prompt Payment Act 218.70, Florida Statutes. As a condition precedent for any payment due under this Agreement, the CONSULTANT shall submit monthly, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the VFK, a proper invoice to VFK requesting payment for services properly rendered. The CONSULTANT'S invoice shall describe with reasonable particularity the service rendered. The CONSULTANT'S invoice shall be accompanied by such supporting documentation or data in support of expenses for which payment is sought that is acceptable to the Monroe County Clerk of court and Comptroller(Clerk) based on generally accepted account principles and such laws, rules and regulations as may govern the Clerk's disbursal of funds. 7.3 BUDGET AND REIMBURSEABLE EXPENSES 7.3.1 The CONSULTANT may not be entitled to receive, and the VFK is not obligated to pay, any fees or expenses in excess of the amount budgeted for this contract in each fiscal year(October 1 - September 30) by the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners. The budgeted amount may only be modified by an affirmative act of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners. 7.3.2 VFK's performance and obligation to pay under this Agreement is contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Board of County Commissioners and the approval of the Board members at the time of contract initiation and its duration. 7.3.3 Expenses will only be reimbursed if authorized by VFK in writing in advance and to the extent and in the amount authorized by Section 112.061, Florida Statutes, Monroe County Code (Chapter 2, Art. II, Div. 3), Monroe County Policies and Procedures and Monroe County TDC Travel Guidelines, as amended. 7.4 TERM OF AGREEMENT The initial term of this Agreement is for a three month period commencing July 1, 2026 and terminating September 30, 2026. This Agreement may be extended upon mutual agreement of the parties. Any renewal of this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both the VFK and CONSULTANT. ARTICLE Vill INSURANCE 8.1 The CONSULTANT shall obtain insurance in accordance with the industry standards. ARTICLE IX MISCELLANEOUS 9.1 SECTION HEADINGS Section headings have been inserted in this Agreement as a matter of convenience of reference only, and it is agreed that such section headings are not a part of this Agreement and will not be used in the interpretation of any provision of this Agreement. 9.2 SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS The CONSULTANT shall not assign or subcontract its obligations under this agreement, except in writing and with the prior written approval of VFK and the CONSULTANT, which approval shall be subject to such conditions and provisions as VFK may deem necessary. This paragraph shall be incorporated by reference into any assignment or subcontract and any assignee or subconsultant shall comply with all of the provisions of this agreement. Subject to the provisions of the immediately preceding sentence, each party hereto binds itself, its successors, assigns and legal representatives to the other and to the successors, assigns and legal representatives of such other party. 9.3 NO THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES Nothing contained herein shall create any relationship, contractual or otherwise, with or any rights in favor of, any third party. 9.4 TERMINATION A. In the event that the CONSULTANT shall be found to be negligent in any aspect of service, the VFK shall have the right to terminate this agreement after five days written notification to the CONSULTANT. B. Either of the parties hereto may cancel this Agreement without cause by giving the other party thirty (30) days written notice of its intention to do so. C. Termination for Cause and Remedies: In the event of breach of any contract terms, either Party retains the right to terminate this Agreement. Either Party may also terminate this agreement for cause with the other Party should that Party fail to perform the covenants herein contained at the time and in the manner herein provided. In the event of such termination, prior to termination, the terminating Party shall provide other Party with thirty (30) calendar days' notice and provide the Party with an opportunity to cure the breach that has occurred. If the breach is not cured, the Agreement will be terminated for cause. If the VFK terminates this agreement with the CONSULTANT, VFK shall pay CONSULTANT the sum due the CONSULTANT under this agreement prior to termination, unless the cost of completion to the VFK exceeds the funds remaining in the contract; however, the VFK reserves the right to assert and seek an offset for damages caused by the breach. The maximum amount due to CONSULTANT shall not in any event exceed the total contract amount as set forth in this Agreement. In addition, the VFK reserves all rights available to recoup monies paid under this Agreement, including the right to sue for breach of contract and including the right to pursue a claim for violation of the Monroe County's False Claims Ordinance, located at Section 2-721 et al. of the Monroe County Code. D. Termination for Convenience: Either Party may terminate this Agreement for convenience, at any time, upon thirty (30) days' notice to other Party. If the VFK terminates this agreement with the CONSULTANT, VFK shall pay CONSULTANT the sum due the CONSULTANT under this agreement prior to termination, unless the cost of completion to the VFK exceeds the funds remaining in the contract. The maximum amount due to CONSULTANT shall not exceed the total contract amount as set forth in this Agreement. In addition, the VFK reserves all rights available to recoup monies paid under this Agreement, including the right to sue for breach of contract and including the right to pursue a claim for violation of Monroe County's False Claims Ordinance, located at Section 2-721 et al. of the Monroe County Code. 9.5 MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS CONSULTANT shall maintain all books, records, and documents directly pertinent to performance under this Agreement in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles consistently applied. Each party to this Agreement or their authorized representatives, shall have reasonable and timely access to such records of each other party to this Agreement for public records purposes during the term of the Agreement and for five years following the termination of this Agreement. If an auditor employed by VFK, Monroe County or the Clerk determines that monies paid to CONSULTANT pursuant to this Agreement were spent for purposes not authorized by this Agreement, CONSULTANT shall repay the monies together with interest calculated pursuant to Sec. 55.03; FS, running from the date the monies were paid to CONSULTANT. 9.6 GOVERNING LAW, VENUE, INTERPRETATION, COSTS, AND FEES This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida applicable to contracts made and to be performed entirely in the State. In the event that any cause of action or administrative proceeding is instituted for the enforcement or interpretation of this Agreement, VFK and CONSULTANT agree that venue shall lie in the 16t" Judicial Circuit, Monroe County, Florida, in the appropriate court or before the appropriate administrative body. This agreement shall not be subject to arbitration. Mediation proceedings initiated and conducted pursuant to this Agreement shall be in accordance with the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and usual and customary procedures required by the circuit court of Monroe County. 9.7 SEVERABILITY If any term, covenant, condition or provision of this Agreement (or the application thereof to any circumstance or person) shall be declared invalid or unenforceable to any extent by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining terms, covenants, conditions and provisions of this Agreement, shall not be affected thereby; and each remaining term, covenant, condition and provision of this Agreement shall be valid and shall be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law unless the enforcement of the remaining terms, covenants, conditions and provisions of this Agreement would prevent the accomplishment of the original intent of this Agreement. The VFK and CONSULTANT agree to reform the Agreement to replace any stricken provision with a valid provision that comes as close as possible to the intent of the stricken provision. 9.8 ATTORNEY'S FEES AND COSTS The VFK and CONSULTANT agree that in the event any cause of action or administrative proceeding is initiated or defended by any party relative to the enforcement or interpretation of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees, court costs, investigative, and out-of-pocket expenses, as an award against the non-prevailing party, and shall include attorney's fees, courts costs, investigative, and out-of-pocket expenses in appellate proceedings. 9.9 BINDING EFFECT The terms, covenants, conditions, and provisions of this Agreement shall bind and inure to the benefit of the VFK and CONSULTANT and their respective legal representatives, successors, and assigns. 9.10 AUTHORITY Each party represents and warrants to the other that the execution, delivery and performance of this Agreement have been duly authorized by all necessary corporate action, as required by law. 9.11 ADJUDICATION OF DISPUTES OR DISAGREEMENTS VFK and CONSULTANT agree that all disputes and disagreements shall be attempted to be resolved by meet and confer sessions between representatives of each of the parties. If the issue or issues are still not resolved to the satisfaction of the parties, then any party shall have the right to seek such relief or remedy as may be provided by this Agreement or by Florida law. This provision does not negate or waive the provisions concerning termination or cancellation. 9.12 COOPERATION In the event any administrative or legal proceeding is instituted against either party relating to the formation, execution, performance, or breach of this Agreement, VFK and CONSULTANT agree to participate, to the extent required by the other party, in all proceedings, hearings, processes, meetings, and other activities related to the substance of this Agreement or provision of the services under this Agreement. VFK and CONSULTANT specifically agree that no party to this Agreement shall be required to enter into any arbitration proceedings related to this Agreement. 9.13 NONDISCRIMINATION CONSULTANT and VFK agree that there will be no discrimination against any person, and it is expressly understood that upon a determination by a court of competent jurisdiction that discrimination has occurred, this Agreement automatically terminates without any further action on the part of any party, effective the date of the court order. CONSULTANT or VFK agrees to comply with all Federal and Florida statutes, and all local ordinances, as applicable, relating to nondiscrimination. These include but are not limited to: 1) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (PL 88-352) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin; 2) Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, as amended (20 USC ss. 1681-1683, and 1685-1686), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex; 3) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (20 USC s. 794), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicaps; 4) The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 USC ss. 6101-6107)which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age; 5) The Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act of 1972 (PL 92-255), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of drug abuse; 6)The Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of 1970 (PL 91-616), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or alcoholism; 7) The Public Health Service Act of 1912, ss. 523 and 527 (42 USC ss. 690dd-3 and 290ee-3), as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patient records; 8) Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (42 USC s. et seq.), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination in the sale, rental or financing of housing; 9) The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 USC s. 12101 Note), as may be amended from time to time, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability; 10) Monroe County Code Chapter 14, Article II, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,familial status or age; 11)Any other nondiscrimination provisions in any Federal or state statutes which may apply to the parties to, or the subject matter of, this Agreement. 9.14 COVENANT OF NO INTEREST CONSULTANT and VFK covenant that neither presently has any interest, and shall not acquire any interest, which would conflict in any manner or degree with its performance under this Agreement, and that only interest of each is to perform and receive benefits as recited in this Agreement. 9.15 CODE OF ETHICS VFK agrees that officers and employees of the Monroe County recognize and will be required to comply with the standards of conduct for public officers and employees as delineated in Section 112.313, Florida Statutes, regarding, but not limited to, solicitation or acceptance of gifts; doing business with one's agency; unauthorized compensation; misuse of public position, conflicting employment or contractual relationship; and disclosure or use of certain information. 9.16 NO SOLICITATION/PAYMENT The CONSULTANT and VFK warrant that, in respect to itself, it has neither employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for it, to solicit or secure this Agreement and that it has not paid or agreed to pay any person, company, corporation, individual, or firm, other than a bona fide employee working solely for it, any fee, commission, percentage, gift, or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. For the breach or violation of the provision, the CONSULTANT agrees that the VFK shall have the right to terminate this Agreement without liability and, at its discretion, to offset from monies owed, or otherwise recover, the full amount of such fee, commission, percentage, gift, or consideration. 9.17 PUBLIC RECORDS COMPLIANCE. CONSULTANT must comply with Florida public records laws, including but not limited to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes and Section 24 of article I of the Constitution of Florida. VFK and CONSULTANT shall allow and permit reasonable access to, and inspection of, all documents, records, papers, letters or other"public record" materials in its possession or under its control subject to the provisions of Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, and made or received by VFK and CONSULTANT in conjunction with this contract and related to contract performance. VFK shall have the right to unilaterally cancel this contract upon violation of this provision by CONSULTANT. Failure of CONSULTANT to abide by the terms of this provision shall be deemed a material breach of this contract and VFK may enforce the terms of this provision in the form of a court proceeding and shall, as a prevailing party, be entitled to reimbursement of all attorney's fees and costs associated with that proceeding. This provision shall survive any termination or expiration of the contract. CONSULTANT is encouraged to consult with its advisors about Florida Public Records Law in order to comply with this provision. 9.18 NON-WAIVER OF IMMUNITY Notwithstanding the provisions of Sec. 768.28, Florida Statutes, the participation of the CONSULTANT and VFK in this Agreement and the acquisition of any commercial liability insurance coverage, self-insurance coverage, etc. or local government liability insurance pool coverage shall not be deemed a waiver of immunity to the extent of liability coverage. 9.19 NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT CONSULTANT by signing this Agreement, according to law on my oath, and under penalty of perjury, depose and say that the person signing on behalf of the CONSULTANT, the bidder making the Proposal for the project described in the Scope of Work and that I executed the said proposal with full authority to do so; the prices in the bid have been arrived at independently without collusion, consultation, communication or agreement for the purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter relating to such prices with any other bidder or with any competitor; unless otherwise required by law, the prices which have been quoted in this bid have not been knowingly disclosed by the bidder and will not knowingly be disclosed by the bidder prior to bid opening, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder or to any competitor; and no attempt has been made or will be made by the bidder to induce any other person, partnership or corporation to submit, or not to submit, a bid for the purpose of restricting competition; the statements contained in this affidavit are true and correct, and made with full knowledge that VFK and Monroe County relies upon the truth of the statements contained in this affidavit in awarding contracts for said project. 9.20 NON-RELIANCE BY NON-PARTIES No person or entity shall be entitled to rely upon the terms, or any of them, of this Agreement to enforce or attempt to enforce any third-party claim or entitlement to or benefit of any service or program contemplated hereunder, and the CONSULTANT and the VFK agree that neither the CONSULTANT nor the VFK or any agent, officer, or employee of either shall have the authority to inform, counsel, or otherwise indicate that any particular individual or group of individuals, entity or entities, have entitlements or benefits under this Agreement separate and apart, inferior to, or superior to the community in general or for the purposes contemplated in this Agreement. 9.21 ATTESTATIONS AND TRUTH IN NEGOTIATION CONSULTANT agrees to execute such documents as VFK may reasonably require. Signature of this Agreement by CONSULTANT shall act as the execution of a truth in negotiation certificate stating that wage rates and other factual unit costs supporting the compensation pursuant to the Agreement are accurate, complete, and current at the time of contracting. The original contract fee and any additions thereto shall be adjusted to exclude any significant sums by which the agency determines the contract price was increased due to inaccurate, incomplete, or concurrent wage rates and other factual unit costs. All such adjustments must be made within one year following the end of the Agreement. 9.22 NO PERSONAL LIABILITY No covenant or agreement contained herein shall be deemed to be a covenant or agreement of any member, officer, agent or employee of VFK or Monroe County in his or her individual capacity, and no member, officer, agent or employee of VFK or Monroe County shall be liable personally on this Agreement or be subject to any personal liability or accountability by reason of the execution of this Agreement. 9.23 EXECUTION IN COUNTERPARTS This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be regarded as an original, all of which taken together shall constitute one and the same instrument and any of the parties hereto may execute this Agreement by signing any such counterpart. 9.24 E-VERIFY SYSTEM In accordance with F.S. 448.095, the CONSULTANT and any subconsultant shall register with and shall utilize the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify system to verify the work authorization status of all new employees hired by the CONSULTANT during the term of the Contract and shall expressly require any subconsultants performing work or providing services pursuant to the Contract to likewise utilize the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify system to verify the work authorization status of all new employees hired by the subconsultant during the Contract term. Any subconsultant shall provide an affidavit stating that the subconsultant does not employ, contract with, or subcontract with an unauthorized alien. The Consultant shall comply with and be subject to the provisions of F.S. 448.095. 9.25 UNCONTROLLABLE CIRCUMSTANCE Any delay or failure of either Party to perform its obligations under this Agreement will be excused to the extent that the delay or failure was caused directly by an event beyond such Party's control, without such Party's fault or negligence and that by its nature could not have been foreseen by such Party or, if it could have been foreseen, was unavoidable: (a) acts of God; (b) flood, fire, earthquake, explosion, tropical storm, hurricane or other declared emergency in the geographic area of the Project; (c) war, invasion, hostilities (whether war is declared or not), terrorist threats or acts, riot, or other civil unrest in the geographic area of the Project; (d) government order or law in the geographic area of the Project; (e) actions, embargoes, or blockades in effect on or after the date of this Agreement; (f) action by any governmental authority prohibiting work in the geographic area of the Project;(each, a "Uncontrollable Circumstance"). CONSULTANT'S financial inability to perform, changes in cost or availability of materials, components, or services, market conditions, or supplier actions or contract disputes will not excuse performance by Consultant under this Section. Consultant shall give VFK written notice within ten (10) business days of any event or circumstance that is reasonably likely to result in an Uncontrollable Circumstance, and the anticipated duration of such Uncontrollable Circumstance. Consultant shall use all diligent efforts to end the Uncontrollable Circumstance, ensure that the effects of any Uncontrollable Circumstance are minimized and resume full performance under this Agreement. The VFK will not pay additional cost as a result of an Uncontrollable Circumstance. The Consultant may only seek a no cost extension for such reasonable time as the Owners Representative may determine. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each party has caused this Agreement to be executed by its duly authorized representative on the day and year first above written. VFK By: CHAIR OF VFK Date: CONSULTANT BY: Signature Print Name: Title: Date: Attachment A Scope of Services The Consultant,Jeanne F. Quinn, shall provide advisory and support services to Visit Florida Keys on an as-needed basis. Services may include, but are not limited to: 1. Providing historical context, institutional knowledge, and organizational background related to VFK operations, programs, initiatives, partnerships,vendor relationships, and business practices. 2. Meeting virtually with VFK executive leadership, management, and staff via Microsoft Teams, telephone, or email to answer questions and provide guidance. 3. Assisting with interpretation of historical decisions, organizational processes, policies, procedures, contracts, agreements, and project background as requested. 4. Providing advice and recommendations regarding operational, administrative, marketing, communications, digital technology,tourism industry, stakeholder relations, destination marketing, and organizational matters within the Consultant's area of expertise and experience. S. Assisting VFK leadership and staff in identifying resources, documentation, contacts, and historical information necessary to address questions or resolve challenges that may arise during the transition period. 6. Participating in virtual meetings, discussions, consultations, onboarding activities, or knowledge- transfer sessions requested by VFK leadership. 7. Responding to reasonable requests for information, clarification, guidance, and consultation related to the Consultant's previous duties and responsibilities with VFK. 8. Providing recommendations and best-practice guidance regarding matters affecting organizational continuity, operational effectiveness, and stakeholder relationships. Compensation The Consultant shall be compensated at a rate of One Hundred Dollars($100.00) per hour for services rendered under this Agreement. Services shall be provided on an as-needed basis and shall not exceed: • Ten (10) hours per week; and • Forty(40) hours per month