HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-313R. COST SHARE GRANT CONTRACT
This Cost Share Grant Contract ( " Contract " ) entered into as
of November 18 , 2003 by and between Indian River County ,
a political subdivision of the State of Florida , ( " County " ) and
Estes Citrus , Inc . having an address of 3705
2 oth Street , Vero Beach , FL 32960
( " Recipient " ) .
BACKGROUND RECITALS
A . The County has entered into a Contractual Services
Agreement with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer
Services ( " Department " ) for the Indian River Citrus Area Water
Quality / Quantity Protection Program , [ Contract FDCAS # 68001
( " Cost Share Agreement " ) attached hereto as Exhibit A and
incorporated herein in its entirety by this reference .
B . Pursuant to the terms of the Cost Share Agreement , the
County may enter into contracts with eligible
applicants / recipients for the purpose of partially funding and
fully implementing the agricultural water quality best management
practices ( " BMP " ) contemplated in the Cost Share Agreement and
more specifically set forth in the Operation and Maintenance Plan
and the Applicant Evaluation Review Sheet , each of which is
attached hereto , collectively referenced as Exhibit B , and
incorporated herein in their entirety by this reference .
C . Recipient has applied to the County for a cost share grant
of money ( " Grant " ) to fund , at the designated " program
reimbursement rate " set forth in Exhibit A , and fully implement
the BMP on the terms and conditions set forth herein .
D . The County has agreed to provide the Grant funds to the
Recipient to fund , at the designated " program reimbursement rate "
set forth in Exhibit A , and fully implement the BMP on the terms
and conditions set forth herein .
NOW ! THEREFORE , in accordance with the mutual covenants
hereinafter contained and other good and valuable consideration ,
the receipt and adequacy of which are hereby acknowledged , the
parties agree as follows .
1 . 0 Background Recitals . The background recitals are true and
correct and form a material part of this Contract .
2 . 0 Cost Share Agreement Requirements . By signing this
Contract , the Recipient acknowledges and agrees that :
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( i ) the funding source of this Contract is the Cost
Share Agreement ;
the Grant pays for only that portion of the cost of
the BMP that is set forth on Exhibit B as the " Cost
Share " ;
the Recipient is solely responsible for the portion
of the cost of the BMP that is set forth on Exhibit
B as the " Applicant Cost " ;
( iv ) certain obligations of the County under the Cost
Share Agreement will be performed by the Recipient
and the County , respectively ;
( v ) the Recipient shall implement , establish , and
complete the BMP by November 1 , 2004
( vi ) upon completion of installation of the BMP , the
Recipient shall certify and submit all required
invoices for payment for the BMP to the Indian River
Soil and Water Conservation District as agent for
the County under the Cost Share Agreement , and the
Indian River Soil and Water Conservation District
shall submit the invoices to the County for further
processing and payment ;
( vii ) the Recipient shall maintain and replace the BMP for
the required maintenance period set forth in Exhibit
B , and , further , specifically acknowledges that the
Cost Share Agreement requires reimbursement to the
Department on a pro - rata basis for any Grant funding
received for a BMP that is improperly maintained ,
removed , or destroyed before the end of the
maintenance period set forth on Exhibit B ; .
( viii ) the Recipient will control the land upon which the
BMP is to be implemented for the time period set
forth in Exhibit B and shall , upon request , provide
evidence to the County demonstrating that such
Recipient or the landowner , where applicable , will
control the land for that period ;
( ix ) the Grant funds shall not be used to lobby the
Florida Legislature , the judicial branch , or an
agency of the State of Florida ;
( x ) the Recipient shall maintain adequate records fully
to document the use of the Grant funds for at least
three ( 3 ) years after the completion of this
Contract , and the County shall have access to books ,
records , and documents of the Recipient in
connection with the Grant funds for the purpose of
inspection or audit during normal business hours at
the County ' s expense , upon five ( 5 ) days prior
written notice ;
( xi ) the Recipient shall comply at all times with all
applicable federal , state , and local laws , rules ,
and regulations in connection with the BMP ;
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( xii ) the Recipient must have all applicable permits ,
including , but not limited to , a County Right of Way
Permit , and a Consumptive Use Permit , an
Environmental Resource Permit , or an Agricultural
Surface Water Management Systems Permit pursuant to
applicable provisions of the Florida Administrative
Code to be eligible for the Grant ;
( xiii ) the Recipient has not been placed on the State of
Florida convicted vendor list kept by the Florida
Department of Management Services pursuant to
Florida Statutes section 287 . 133 ; and
( xiv ) the employment by the Recipient of unauthorized
aliens is a violation of Section 274A ( e ) of the
Immigration and Nationalization Act , and such
violation shall be cause for unilateral cancellation
of this Contract .
3 . 0 Standard Terms . This Contract is subject to the standard
terms attached hereto as Exhibit C and incorporated herein in its
entirety by this reference .
IN WITNESS WHEREOF , the County and the Recipient have
executed this Agreement as of the date first written above .
RECIPIENT : `�i � eq c'' °> INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
BOARD OF OU TY I SIONER
Signature
By :
Title : � � � n t Macht , Chairman
Attest : J . K . Barton , Clerk
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Deputy ClArk
Indian River Approved Date Approved :
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Administrator
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Risk Manager
Department / Approved as to form
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Assistant County Attorney
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and Consumer Services
Division of Administration
CHARLES H. BRONSON
COMMISSIONER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
This AGREEMENT , made and entered into this day of
by and between the DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
ANDCONSUMER SERVICES , State of Florida , and the Indian River Board of
Countv Commissioners , the CONTRACTOR .
CONTRACT PERIOD : This Agreement shall be in effect from
the date of execution for a period of three years .
The Contractor agrees to provide all deliverables as
stipulated in the Scope of Work , hereby incorporated by
reference as an attachment .
The six digit Department of Management Services ' class /
group code commodity catalog control number is : 973300
The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will
pay the Contractor in arrears as follows : an advance of twenty
five percent of the first year funds will be dispersed to the
Contractor at the execution of this contract with the balance to
be paid upon submission of invoices and other supporting
documentation . Total distributions will not exceed $ 250 , 000 per
year , including not more than a 5 % administration cost to be
dispersed to the Indian River Soil and Water Conservation
District for each contract administered under this agreement .
Bills for any authorized travel expenses shall be submitted
and paid in accordance with the rates specified in Section
112 . 061 , Florida Statutes , governing payments by the State for
travel expenses . Authorization for travel expenses must be
specified in the paragraph for payments directly above .
Bills for services shall be submitted in triplicate to
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services , Office of
Agricultural Water Policy , 1203 Governors Square Boulevard ,
Suite 200 , Tallahassee , Florida , 32301 , in detail sufficient for
a proper pre - audit and post - audit thereof .
Section 215 . 422 , Florida Statutes , provides that agencies
have five ( 5 ) working days to inspect and approve goods and
services , unless bid specifications or the purchase order
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specifies otherwise . With the exception of payments to health
care providers for hospital , medical , or other health care
services , if payment is not available within 40 days , measured
from the latter of the date the invoice is received or the goods
or services are received , inspected and approved , a separate
interest penalty set by the Comptroller pursuant to
Section 55 . 03 , Florida Statutes , will be due and payable in
addition to the invoice amount . To obtain the applicable
interest rate , please contact the Agency ' s Fiscal Section at
( 850 ) 488 - 2020 or Purchasing Office at ( 850 ) 488 - 7552 .
Payments to health care providers for hospitals , medical or
other health care services , shall be made not more than 35 days
from the date eligibility for payment is determined , and the
daily interest rate is . 03333 percent .
Invoices returned to a vendor due to preparation errors
will result in a payment delay . Invoice payment requirements do
not start until a properly completed invoice is provided to the
agency .
A Vendor Ombudsman has been established within the
Department of Banking and Finance . The duties of this individual
include acting as an advocate for vendors who may be
experiencing problems in obtaining timely payment ( s ) from a State
agency . The Vendor Ombudsman may be contacted - at
( 850 ) 488 - 2924 or by calling the State Comptroller ' s Hotline ,
1 - 800 - 848 - 3792 .
The Department may make partial payments to the Contractor
upon partial delivery of services when a request for such
partial payment is made by the Contractor and approved by the
Department .
This contract may be cancelled by either party giving 30
days written notice .
The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services shall
have the right of unilateral cancellation for refusal by the
Contractor to allow public access to all documents , papers ,
letters , or other material made or received by the Contractor in
conjunction with the contract , unless the records are exempt
from s . 24 ( a ) of Article I of the State Constitution and
s . 119 . 07 ( 1 ) , Florida Statutes .
Extension of a contract for contractual services shall be
in writing for a single period only not to exceed six ( 6 ) months
and shall be subject to the same terms and conditions set forth
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in the initial contract . There shall be only one extension of a
contract unless the failure to meet the criteria set forth in
the contract for completion of the contract is due to events
beyond the control of the Contractor . If initially competitively
procured , contracts for contractual services may be renewed on a
yearly basis for no more than two ( 2 ) years , or for a period no
longer than the term of the original contract , whichever period
is longer . Renewal of a contract for contractual services shall
be in writing and shall be subject to the same terms and
conditions set forth in the initial contract . Renewals shall be
contingent upon satisfactory performance evaluations by the
Agency .
It is mutually understood and agreed that this contract is .
A . Subject to the provisions of Section 287 . 058 , Florida
Statutes , and the State of Florida ' s performance and
obligation to pay under this contract is contingent
upon an annual appropriation by the Legislature as
provided in Section 287 . 0582 , Florida Statutes .
B . Subject to the approval of the State Comptroller
( Department of Banking and Finance ) .
It is mutually understood and agreed that if this contract
disburses grants and aids appropriations , it is .
Subject to the requirements of Section 216 . 347 , Florida
Statutes , a state agency , a water management district , or
the judicial branch may not authorize or make any
disbursement of grants and aids appropriations pursuant to a
contract or grant to any person or organization unless the
terms of the grant or contract prohibit the expenditure of
funds for the purpose of lobbying the Legislature , the
judicial branch , or a state agency .
The following provisions of A through G are not applicable
to procurement contracts used to buy goods or services from
vendors , but are only applicable to a contractor subject to the
Florida Single Audit Act .
A . There are uniform state audit requirements for state
financial assistance provided by state agencies to
Nonstate entities to carry out state projects in
accordance with and subject to requirements of
Section 215 . 97 , Florida Statutes ( F . S . ) , which may be
applicable to and binding upon Recipient . Nonstate
entity means a local governmental entity , nonprofit
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organi .zation , or = or - profit organization that receives
state resources . Recipient means a Nonstate entity
that receives state financial assistance directly from
a state awarding agency .
B . In the event that the Recipient expends a total amount
of state financial assistance equal to or in excess of
$ 300 , 000 in any fiscal year of such Recipient , the
Recipient must have a state single or project - specific
audit conducted for such fiscal year in accordance
with Section 215 . 97 , F . S . , applicable rules of the
Executive Office of the Governor , rules of the
Comptroller , and Chapter 10 . 600 , rules of the Auditor
General . In determining the state financial
assistance expended in its fiscal year , the Recipient
shall consider all sources of state financial
assistance , including state funds received from this
Department resource , except that state financial
assistance received by a Nonstate entity for federal
financial assistance and state matching requirements
shall be excluded from consideration .
Co Audits conducted pursuant to Section 215 . 97 , F . S . ,
shall be : ( 1 ) performed annually , and ( 2 ) conducted by
independent auditors in accordance with auditing
standards as stated in rules of the Auditor General .
D . Regardless of the amount of the state financial
assistance , the provisions of Section 215 . 97 , F . S . , do
not exempt a Nonstate entity from compliance with
provisions of law relating to maintaining records
concerning state financial assistance to such Nonstate
entity or allowing access and examination of those
records by the state awarding agency , the Comptroller ,
or the Auditor General .
E . If the Nonstate entity does not meet the threshold
requiring the state single audit , such Nonstate entity
must meet terms and conditions specified in this
written agreement with the state awarding agency .
F . Each state awarding agency shall :
( 1 ) Provide to a Recipient , information needed by the
Recipient to comply with the requirements of
Section 215 . 97 , F . S .
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( 2 ) Require the Recipient , as a condition of
receiving state financial assistance , to allow
the state awarding agency , the Comptroller , and
the Auditor General access to the Recipient ' s
records and the Recipient ' s independent auditor ' s
working papers as necessary for complying with
the requirements of Section 215 . 97 , F . S . The
Recipient is required to retain sufficient
records demonstrating its compliance with the
terms of this agreement for a period of three
years from the date the audit report is issued ,
and shall allow the Department of Agriculture and
Consumer Services or its designee , access to such
records upon request .
( 3 ) Notify the Recipient that Section 215 . 97 , F . S . ,
does not limit the authority of the state
awarding agency to conduct or arrange for the
conduct of additional audits or evaluations of
state financial assistance or limit the authority
of any state agency Inspector General , the
Auditor General , or any other state official .
( 4 ) Be provided by Recipient one copy of each
financial reporting package prepared in
accordance with the requirements of Section
215 . 97 , F . S . The financial reporting package
means the nonstate entities ' financial
statements , Schedule of State Financial
Assistance , auditor ' s reports , management letter ,
auditee ' s written responses or corrective action
plan , correspondence on follow - up of prior years '
corrective actions taken , and such other
information determined by the Auditor General to
be necessary and consistent with the purposes of
Section 215 . 97 , F . S . Copies of the financial -
reporting package required by this agreement
shall be submitted by or on behalf of the
Recipient directly to each of the following :
( a ) The Department of Agriculture
and Consumer Services
Division of Administration
509 Mayo Building
407 South Calhoun Street
Tallahassee , Florida 32399 - 0800
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( b ) The Auditor General ' s Office at the
following address .
State of Florida Auditor General
Room 574 , Claude Pepper Building
111 West Madison Street
Tallahassee , Florida 32302 - 1450
G . The Recipient is hereby notified of and bound by the -
requirements of F . , above .
It is expressly understood and agreed that any articles
which are the subject of , or required to carry out , this
contract shall be purchased from the corporation identified
under Chapter 946 , Florida Statutes , in the same manner and
under the same procedures set forth in Section 946 . 515 ( 2 ) and
( 4 ) , Florida Statutes ; and for the purposes of this contract the
person , firm , or other business entity carrying out the
provisions of this contract shall be deemed to be substituted
for this Agency insofar as dealings with such corporation are
concerned . The ' ' corporation identified ' ' is Prison
Rehabilitative Industries and Diversified Enterprises ,
Incorporated . Available products , pricing and delivery schedules
may be obtained by contacting : PRIDE of Florida , 12425 281
Street , North , St . Petersburg , Florida 33727 , telephone number
( 813 ) 572 - 1987 .
The CONTRACTOR is informed that a person or affiliate who
has been placed on the convicted vendor list following a
conviction for a public entity crime may not submit a bid on a
contract to provide any goods or services to a public entity ,
may not submit a bid on a contract with a public entity for the
construction or repair of a public building or public work , may
not submit bids on leases of real property to a public entity ,
may not be awarded or perform work as a contractor , supplier ,
subcontractor , or consultant under a contract with any public
entity , and may not transact business with any public entity in
excess of the threshold amount provided in Section 287 . 017 ,
Florida Statutes , for CATEGORY TWO for a period of 36 months
from the date of being placed on the convicted vendor list .
The CONTRACTOR is informed that the Department shall
consider the employment by any Contractor of unauthorized aliens
a violation of Section 274A ( e ) of the Immigration and
Nationalization Act . Such violation shall be cause for
unilateral cancellation of this contract .
The CONTRACTOR is informed that an entity or affiliate who
has been placed on the discriminatory vendor list may not submit
a bid on a contract to provide goods or services to a public
entity , may not submit a bid on a contract with a public entity
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for the construction or repair of a public building or public
work , may not submit bids on leases of real property to a public
entity , may not award or perform work as a contractor , supplier ,
subcontractor , or consultant under contract with any public
entity , and may not transact business with any public entity .
In the event that two or more documents combine to form
this agreement between the parties , including future amendments
and addenda , and in the event that there are contradictory or
conflicting clauses or requirements in these documents , the
provisions of the document ( s ) prepared by the Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services Contract shall be controlling .
All contracts entered into by the Department of Agriculture
and Consumer Services or any Division or Bureau thereof , are and
shall be controlled by Florida law , contrary provisions
notwithstanding .
In the event that any clause or requirement of this
agreement is contradictory to , or conflicts with the
requirements of Florida law , including , but not limited to
requirements regarding contracts with Florida ' s governmental
agencies , the offending clause or requirement shall be without
force and effect and the requirements of the Florida Statutes
and rules promulgated thereunder on the same subject shall
substitute for that clause or requirement and be binding on all
parties to this contract .
The Contract Manager for the Department is Wm . Mark
Jennings and is located at 1203 Governors Square Boulevard ,
Suite 200 , Tallahassee , Florida , 32301 , ( 850 ) 488 - 6249 .
The Contract Manager for the Contractor is Liberta Scotto and is
located at Indian River Count Cooperative Extension Service 1028 2 & Place. Suite D
Vero Beach Florida 32960- 5360 . ( 561 ) 770 - 5030 .
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Signed by parties to this agreement :
Department Of Agriculture And Indian River County , Florida
Consumer Services Board of County
Commissioners .
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Mr . Mike Gresham /;79Director of Administration Ms . Ruth M . StanbriOdge
Chairman
BCC Approved : April 2 , 2002
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Date Attest : Jeffery K . Barton ,
Clerk of Circuit Court
Ms . Patricia M . Ridgely ,
Deputy Clerk
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County Attorney
Approved as to form and Legal
Sufficiency .
r . James E . Chandler
ounty Administrator
Date
DACS - 01085 596000674
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PROJECT TITLE : Indian River County Citrus Best Management Practices
BACKGROUND :
Many activities such as urban development, agriculture, industry, and regional water
management have impacted the water quality of the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) and the Upper
St . John ' s River (USJR) . Segments of these waterbodies that do not meet applicable water
quality standards have been identified as "impaired" in accordance with Section 303 (d) of the
Federal Clean Water Act (FCWA) . In an effort to educate the area citrus growers about the
water quality problems occurring in the IRI, and USJR watersheds and to provide them with the
tools necessary to ensure that their operations do - not contribute to these problems, the Indian
River Citrus League working cooperatively with individual growers, the University of Florida, .
Institute of Food & Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), Florida Department of Agriculture and
Consumer Services (FDACS), and state and regional regulatory agencies compiled a "living"
document entitled, " Water Quality/Quantity Best Management Practice 's (BMPs) for Indian
River Area Citrus Groves ".
PROJECT SUMMARY :
This project will provide Indian River County citrus growers with technical support in the
identification on BMPs and financial support for the implementation of BMPs . In order to reach
Indian River County citrus growers in a timely manner, the opportunity for cost sharing will be
advertised through a variety: of methods (newsletters, web sites, newspaper articles,. phone calls,
etc .) . Staff from the Indian River Soil and Water Conservation District (IRSWCD) and/or the
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) District Conservationist will meet with
prospective candidates to assess their needs with respect to the program objectives .
IRSWCD will assist each applicant in conducting a "self assessment" for each grove that is
included in the cost share application. This assessment will utilize the Grower Best Management
Practices Checklist (Attachment A) developed by the Indian River Citrus Area Best
Management Practices Implementation Committee. Once the appropriate practices have been
identified for each grove, the IRSWCD will identify those practices that are eligible for cost
share in the Applicants Handbook titled Indian River Area Water Quality;'021al7tity PrOteCtiO77
Program (Attachment B) .
While participation in this program is not contingent upon participation in any Conservation
Program administered by the USDA, enrollment in one or more of these programs is encouraged .
For those growers that choose to participate in a USDA Conservation Program, a Conservation
Plan for each grove will be developed by the IRSWCD in cooperation with the NRCS once the
applicant has been approved . This plan will include but is . not limited to nutrient management,
pesticide management, irrigation water management, technical information and design .
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION :
Objectives :
1 . To educate the Indian River County citrus growers about water quality issues, the role of
BMPs in improving water quality, and BMP implementation.
2 . To increase the acreage of citrus under BMP implementation in Indian River County .
3 . To provide technical and financial assistance to Indian River County growers for the
implementation of BMPS .
4 . To reduce the potential for pollutants from citrus groves entering the IRL and USJR
watersheds .
Scope of Work:
In an effort to reach Indian River County citrus growers in a timely manner, the opportunity for
cost sharing will be advertised through a variety of methods (newsletters, web sites, newspaper
articles, phone calls, etc . ) . Interested growers will meet with the Water Quality Extension Agent
to receive a copy of the BMP Manual, view a BMP video , and discuss the importance of BMPs
in affecting water quality improvements in the Indian River Lagoon and Upper St. Johns
Watersheds .
Growers who choose to participate in this Indian River Area Water Quality/Quantity Protection
Program must submit an application to the IRSWCD . IRSWCD will then assist each applicant in
conducting a "self assessment" for each grove that is included in the cost share application. This
assessment will utilize the Grower Best Management Practices Checklist.
Once the appropriate practices have been identified for each grove, the IRSWCD will identify
those practices that are eligible for cost share in the Applicants Handbook. The Applicant
Handbooks establishes the percentage of cost- share funding available for each eligible practice .
The applicant is responsible for the remainder of the cost . There is a $ 50, 000 maximum in
program funds available per applicant per year.
Each applicant will provide preliminary designs prepared by one or more of the following : a
private contractor, the NRCS , or the IRSWCD . The applicant will solicit cost estimates for the
preliminary designs and submit them with the designs to the IRSWCD for review and approval .
The IRSWCD will present a list of qualifying projects to the Indian River Board of County
Commissioners (Board) .
Once approved by the Board, the grower must agree to follow an approved Operation and
Maintenance Plan for the life span of the practices . This plan will describe the procedures
necessary to properly operate and maintain each BMP . At this point the grower will receive
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approval to install the practices according to approved designs . The BMP installation must meet
all design criteria before it can be certified as complete by IRSWCD/NRCS staff. Routine
consultation with NRCS/IRSWCD staff throughout the installation process is advised .
Once installation is complete the grower shall provide the IRSWCD all of the appropriate
documentation . The IRSWCD will then submit all of the documentation to the Board for
authorization of reimbursement to the grower.
The IRSWCD will provide FDACS with quarterly reports . These reports will include : a
summary of all work accomplished, the number of acres enrolled in each practice, the amount of
program funds distributed to date, a summary of the amount of program funds used as non-
federal match, the amount of federal matching funds applied to this program through USDA
conservation programs, and all of the invoices supporting the distribution of program funds .
PROGRAM FUNDING PRIORITIES ,
Project funds for each year will be distributed to applicants based upon the Environmental
Benefits Index (EBI) ranking delineated below.
Environmental Benefit Index
BMP POINTS
1 . On- site Water Detention/Retention 100 each
2 . Conversion or Repair of Flashboard Riser Water Control Structure 25 each
3 . Precision Application Equipment 20 each
4 . Portable Agrichemical Mixing Station 20 each
5 . Chemigation Infrastructure 20 each
6 . Aquatic Weed Barrier 10 each
7 . Permanent Agrichemical Washdown Station 10 each
8 . Water Table Observation Well 5 each
9 . Grade Stabilization Structure 5 each
10 . Conversion to Microirrigation 1 point per acre
DELIVERABLES :
1 . Quarterly reports as described above will be provided to the FDACS Project Manager in
hard copy and electronic format .
2 . A detailed Final Annual Report will be provided to the FDACS Project Manager in hard
copy and electronic format . This report will consist of a detailed summary of the
information included in the quarterly reports and an assessment of the overall success of
the program.
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WORKPLAN :
Task 1 — Advertisement and Application of Project/Funding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Month 1 -2
Task 2 — Cost- Share Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Months 3 - 10
Task 3 — Quarterly Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P . . . . . Months 3 , 6 , and 9
Task 4 — Review and Approval of Final Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Final 2 Months of Contract
PROJECT MANAGER:
Liberta Scotto, Extension Agent II
Indian River County Cooperative Extension Service
1028 20`h Place, Suite D
Vero Beach, FL 32960- 5360
561 - 770- 5030
COOPERATING AGENCIES :
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Office of Agricultural Water Policy
1203 Governor' s Square Blvd .
Tallahassee, FL 32301
850488 -6249
USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service
1028 20th Place, Suite A
Vero Beach, FL 32960- 5360
561 - 562- 1923
Indian River Soil and Water Conservation District
1028 20th Place, Suite A
Vero Beach, FL 32960- 5360
561 - 770- 5005
University of Florida Institute of Food & Agricultural Sciences
Indian River County Cooperative Extension Service
1028 20`x' Place, Suite D
Vero Beach, FL 32960- 5360
561 - 770- 5030
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FISCAL AGENT,
Indian River Board of County Commissioners
1840 25'x' Street
Vero Beach, FL 32960
561 -567- 8000
PROJECT BUDGET,
CATEGORY ANNUAL
BMP Installation Cost- Share $ 237, 500
5 % Administration 127500
TOTAL $ 250,000
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ATTACHMENT " A "
CITRUS GROWER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES CHECKLIST
The following checklist is designed to assist Indian River Area Citrus Growers in identiA,ing the most
appropriate Best
Management Practices (BMPs) or group of strategies for their specific site and growing conditions. The results should be kept on
file and reviewed annually to determine if progress is being made in reducing off-site discharges of sediment, pesticides; nutrients.
and aquatic plants . Providing the information requested below for the Introduction section is not mandator•, but listing
this
voluntary information will help the grove manager select BMPs that are appropriate for their specific grove configuration.
L INTRODUCTION :
A. Name and Location:
1 . Grove Name:
2 . Legal Description: (Tsp . , Sec . Range)
3 . Size (acres) and Varieties including rootstock:
4 . Number of trees per acre :
5 . Physical Structures including wells :
a. Location and capacity of Reservoirs :
b . Discharge locations :
c. Control Structures :
B . Specific Information:
1 . Maps including soil type: (please attach)
a. GPS maps preferred
b . Other map types such as aerial maps or site maps showing grove features
2 . Characteristics of known soils:
a. Predominant soil type (series) :
b . Texture, & Percent Organic Matter:
(% sand, silt, clay)
3 . Irrigation and Drainage information
a. Single row beds with swales: (width and type)
b . Double row beds: (width and type)
c. Other bed configuration:
d . Microjet, Drip, Overhead, or flood irrigation:
e. Dimensions of drainage ditches and amount of water contained :
f. Pump capacity outflow/intake :
*Note: A yes answer for any survey question indicates that the grove being surveyed is in compliance
with the
referenced BMPs. A no answer indicates that the referenced BMPs would improve the environmental performance of the
grove, but implementation of all BMPs so referenced is not required. Review BMPs listed for questions that were
answered " no" . Select specific BMPs from those indicated by a no answer that are appropriate for application to the
grove unit surveyed. These BMPs to be implemented should be listed in the `BMPs . . . that grove management agrees to
implement. " section. Use the comment section at the end of this document (Section VII) to explain why certain BMPs
from questions that were answered "no" will not be implemented. The comment section can also be used to elaborate on
any items or questions that may be unclear or ambiguous, or to explain particular grove conditions. Comments should be
referenced to the specific section and question number of the survey. N/A may be used if the question or section does not
apply to that particular grove.
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II. WATER VOLUME : Yes No BMPs
Irrigation Practices:
1 ) . Are irrigation events scheduled based on:
• evapotranspiration (ET) ❑ 0 A17 D15
• rainfall events, 10 El Al , D15
• and/or other scientific data? Al , D15
Infrastructure:
2) . Are existing canals and ditches maintained periodically ? 0 0 A7, B7
3 ) . Can on- site detention or storage be provided using the present 1:1 0 A6- 7, 9
system of canals and ditches?
4) . Is there an on- site reservoir? ❑ 0 A9
Drainage lllanagetnent.
5 ) . Are pumps and/or discharge structures setup to achieve uniform 0 0 A2 -3 , 7 - 8
drainage throughout the grove?
6) . Are drainage events managed according to a Drainage 0 0 Al -3 , 6- 7
Management Plan?
Water Table Management:
7) . Are groundwater levels monitored to meet tree water demands
and prevent root pruning by:
• soil moisture probes ❑ 0 A1 -2, 5 -6
• tensiometers ❑ 0 Al -27 5 -6
• water table observation wells 0 0 Al -2 , 5 -6
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M. SEDIMENT : Yes No BAIPs
Drainage Structures:
8) . Are culverts with functional riser/sinker boards installed ❑ ❑ B 1
on appropriate lateral and side ditch connections ?
9) . Are the culvert structures properly installed and maintained ? ❑ B 1
Ditch Infrastructure
10) . Are there settling basins or sumps to trap sediment at field ditch ❑ ❑ B2
connections to laterals and other main canals prior to discharge ?
11 ) . Are these basins maintained at an appropriate frequency ? ❑ ❑ B2
12) . Are ditches and canals constructed with proper side ❑ ❑ B3
bank stabilization methods ; i . e. sloping or shoring ?
Ditch Management:
13 ) . Is vegetative cover maintained near canal or ditch banks ? ❑ ❑ B42 B5
14) . Are there vegetative buffer strips maintained near environmentally ❑ ❑ B4
sensitive lands?
15 ) . Are measures taken to prevent side-bank erosion due to the flow ❑ ❑ B8
of water directly down the sides of the banks (i . e . berms) ?
16) . Are riprap, concrete headwalls, sandbags, or wingwalls ❑ p B9
used to protect canal banks from erosion?
Bed/Furrow Management:
17) . Are water furrows properly shaped and grassed to prevent erosion, ❑ ❑ B107 A1 =4
rutting, and other problems that may result in excess sediment
transport off- site ?
18) . Is a narrow herbicide band maintained with a width appropriate ❑ ❑ B11
for the size of the trees?
19) . Are vegetated water furrows, drain tiles, and settling basins used 0 ❑ B10 - 14
to insure minimum movement of sediment to off- site water bodies ?
Construction Activities:
20) . Are measures taken to prevent erosion (sediment loss) during ❑ ❑ B 10, 15
earth-working activities (i . e . , hay bales or ribbon turbidity barriers) ?
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IV. PESTICIDES : Yes No BMPs
Equipment Maintenance:
21 ) . Is all pesticide application equipment properly calibrated and 0 C3 - 5 , 7, 10
maintained ?
Education and Training:
22 ) . Are regularly scheduled training sessions held for spray applicators 0 0 C57 16
and others responsible for applying, handling, mixing/loading
and recommending pesticides ?
23 ) . Is this training documented? ❑ ❑ C5
24) . Does this training accommodate speakers of other languages ? 0 0 C5
25 ) . Are pesticide labels and label updates discussed periodically 0 0 C5 , 10
with your employees ?
26) . When discussing pesticide labels is particular attention paid to 0 0 C51 10
the "Environmental Hazards" section?
27) . Are applicators trained to control and contain spilled pesticides ? 0 0 C5 , 7
Pollution Prei�ention and Preparedness:
28) . Is a written contingency plan readily available in the event 0 ❑ C51 7
of a chemical spill , and are all employees familiar with this plan?
29) . Are the necessary materials maintained onsite for use in spill ❑ 0 C7, 17
response involving small incidents (i . e . , absorbent materials,
recovery drums, PPE, and tools) ?
30) . Are routine inspections of the pesticide storage area conducted 0 D C5 , C17
to check for leaks and spills?
31 ) . Are reusable mini-bulk containers stored in an area contained to 0 0 C17
prevent runoff into streams, ditches, or wellheads ?
32) . Are excess spray solutions containing pesticides managed ❑ 0 C17- 18a
properly, either by using as the diluent in another application
or by applying it to a target site at labeled rates ?
33 ) . When possible, do you return unopened, unused pesticides 0 0 C18a
in their oriCr
ginal container to your local agrichemical dealer?
34) : Is the pesticide storage facility clearly marked and provided 0 0 C17
with fire extinguishers ?
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IV. PESTICIDES ( continued ) : Yes No Bk1Ps
Application Methods:
35 ) . Are appropriate measures taken to reduce spray drift using :
• nozzle selection 0 Lit C1
0 spray pressure D Cl
• drift reducing adjuvants 0 0 Cl
• windbreaks 0 _ C1
• and/or other drift control materials ? 0 0 C1
36) . Are pesticides applied only when wind speeds are less than 10 mph? 0 0 C2
37) . Is the efficiency of pesticides maximized by timing applications 0 0 C2
based on anticipated weather conditions and irrigation events ?
38 ) . Are sprayer nozzles turned off at the trunk of the last tree within ❑ 0 C3 , a-d
rows, with end trees being sprayed by making a last pass around the
outside perimeter of the block with only the inside nozzles turned on
(wrapping) ?
39) . Are the last three rows of trees sprayed windward of waterways 0 0 C- 3e
using nozzles on one side only, with spray directed away from
aquatic areas ?
40) . Are all of the required records for pesticide applications, 0 Li C16
including date, time, location of treatment, target site, crop,
total area, brand name, EPA Registration number, total amount, and
method of application recorded by a certified applicator?
41 ) . Are records and copies of current pesticide labels filed conveniently 0 0 C16
where they can be easily retrieved, or are they posted at a central
location or on a permanent internet web site?
42) . Are all agrichemicals stored in a locked facility? 0 0 C17
43 ) . Does this facility have a concrete floor with a 4" lip ? 0 0 C17
44) . Are the materials segregated by type (herbicides , fungicides , 0 0 C17
and insecticides) ?
45) . Are all stored pesticide materials properly labeled ? 0 0 C17
46) . Is an accurate inventory kept of all crop protection products? 0 0 C5 , 16 - 17
Mixing and Loading Acth4ties.
47) . Is application equipment washed on a concrete pad with a sump, 0 ❑ C11
and is the wash-water collected and reused in other applications ?
48) . Are anti- siphoning devices, artesian pressure, or other measures 0 0 C12
utilized to prevent back siphoning of pesticides into ditches , canals,
or wells ?
49 ) . If pesticides are mixed at or near the same site year after year, is 0 0 C13a
there a concrete pad with a sump to minimize contamination from
small spills and leaks ?
50) . Are wellheads properly elevated or grouted 0 0 C13a-b
to prevent contamination of wells during pesticide
mixing/loading operations ?
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IV. PESTICIDES ( continued ) : Yes No BMPs
Mixing and Loading Activities (continued) :
51 ) . Are mix/load stations located where runoff will not carry 0 C13a-b
spilled chemicals into surface water bodies ?
52) . Is there a system of portable mix/load stations or water only C 13b
nurse tanks, and are they moved frequently?
53 ) . Is secondary containment provided to reduce contamination 0 0 C13a-b
due to small spills?
54 ) . Are jet-rinse nozzles or some other method used at your mix/load 0 0 MM 4
sites to insure that used pesticide containers are properly rinsed ?
55 ) . Are triple rinsed containers punctured and stored properly 0 0 C14
(e . g . , in a covered, locked shed) prior to disposal or recycling?
56) . Are these containers then burned onsite in small batches (i . e . , less 0 ❑ C147 18
than 500 lbs . )
Integrated Pest Management:
57) . Are a combination of control measures used targeting specific 0 0 C6
pests and diseases, including mechanical, cultural, biological,
and chemical systems (i . e . Integrated Pest Management) ?
58 ) . Are precision application techniques, such as Global 0 0 C8
Positioning Systems, infrared imaging, or other advanced
sensing devices used when applying crop protection products?
59) . Is soil pH maintained at a level that reduces the solubility of free 0 C9
copper ions (which otherwise may be transported off- site),
where this. pH level will not hinder optimum crop production?
60 ) . Are specific factors of both the target area, such as the soil type, 0 C15
and the leaching and runoff potential of the pesticide to be applied
considered when selecting a chemical for a specific pest?
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V. NUTRIENTS : Yes No BAIPs
Education and Training:
61 ) . Are field operators or sub -contractors of fertilizer application Dl
equipment properly trained in the handling, loading, and calibration
of spreaders and other equipment?
62) . Is this training documented? 0 DI
61 ) . In general are the recommendations of the University of Florida ' s 0 ❑ MIA 3 , 18
Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences ( SP - 169) followed ?
Pullutiun Preipention .
63 ) . Is dry fertilizer stored in an area that is protected from rainfall ? ❑ ❑ D8
64) . Are stationary liquid fertilizer tanks stored on a concrete slab ? ❑ ❑ D8 '
65 ) . Are leaks from pipes, valves, equipment, or tanks repaired promptly ? 0 ❑ D5 , 9
66) . Are bulk trailers parked away from canals, ditches, or wells (as 0 0 D10 - 12
much as is practicable) to avoid contaminating adjacent water bodies
during loading operations?
67) . Is spilled fertilizer transferred to application equipment 0 0 D9
and applied to the target area?
68) . Is a tarpaulin or other containment measure used to minimize 0 ❑ D9
spillage when loading and unloading dry fertilizers ?
69) . Is the site used to load and unload fertilizer moved frequently ? ❑ 0 139, 11
70) . . Are check valves used to prevent backflow when pumping surface 0 0 . 1) 10, 12
or well water to mix with fertilizer for fertigation?
71 ) . Are anti- siphoning devices, artesian pressure or 0 ❑ D12- 13
other measures installed to prevent back siphoning into canals,
ditches or wells when mixing nutrient sources for foliar application ?
72) . Are fertilizer applications managed to protect environmentally ❑ 0 D132 16718
sensitive areas by using.
• controlled release fertilizers 0 0 Dl .IN
) , 18
• frequent low concentration fertigation events ❑ 0 D13 , 18
• multiple applications 0 ❑ D137 18
• variable rate technology ? 0 D137 18
73 ) . Are vegetative filter strips maintained in or adjacent to ❑ ❑ D14
environmentally sensitive areas ?
74) . Are organic matter amendments (e. g. , Class A sludge or other 0 0 D 2b3 16
approved organic matter sources) an integral part of the nutrient
management program?
75) . Are old unused wells plugged (decommissioned) ? ❑ ❑ D17
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V. NUTRIENTS (continued ) : Yes No BMPs
Sampling and Analysis:
76) . Is there a nutrient management plan that allows for optimum crop ❑ ❑ D2
production based on soil, water, and plant sample analyses ?
77) . Is there a program of annual soil , leaf tissue and irrigation water ❑ ❑ D2- 3
sampling, analysis and interpretation to formulate a nutrient
recommendation based on crop response?
78 ) . Are the samples obtained in precisely the same location each year? ❑ ❑ D2 _;
Equipment Maintenance:
79) . Is the machinery designed to apply fertilizers properly calibrated, ❑ ❑ D4 . 5
maintained and operated, so that the desired rates are consistent
with the form and sources of nutrients?
Application Methods:
80) . Are nutrients placed directly on the root zone of trees, within the ❑ ❑ D5 -D6
drip -line, on the high side of the bed, carefully avoiding placement
in the furrow or ditch?
81 ) . Are "high risk" fertilizer applications (such as prior to a storm, ❑ ❑ D7
on bare soils with a high potential for erosion, or when
the water table is at or near the surface) avoided ?
82) . When applying foliar fertilizers is care taken to minimize drift? ❑ ❑ D13
83 ) . Are a combination of liquid, dry, or foliar feeding used to maximize ❑ ❑ D2 , 13 , 15 , 18
plant uptake and minimize losses of nutrients ?
Storage and Handling:
84) . If equipment or bulk trailers containing fertilizers are parked 0 ❑ D 1 , 8 - 9, 11
overnight is adequate security provided ?
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VI. AQUATIC PLANTS : Yes No BMPs
Structures:
85 ) . Are ditches maintained to prevent aquatic plants from clogaina 0 E1 - 3
discharge structures?
86) . Are measures taken to prevent floating vegetation from clogging I 0 E1
culvert riser structures?
87) . Are physical deterrents such as ribbon barriers , traps, or baffle boxes 0 0 E1
used to limit the movement of aquatic weeds and debris from canals
and ditches to off- site waterways ?
88) . Are fish barriers used to contain grass carp within targeted ditches ? 0 0 E2
Strategies.
89) . Are mechanical harvesters used to remove aquatic weeds from 0 0 E1
ditches or canals ?
90) . Are biological control agents such as flea beetles, hyacinth weevils, 0 0 E2
or grass carp used to manage aquatic weeds ?
91 ) . When selecting aquatic herbicides for target species is mode of 0 0 E3
action, residual toxicity, and potential for offsite movement considered ?
92) . Are appropriate measures taken to control drift and place the desired 0 0 E3
chemical on the weed to be eliminated whether it is submersed,
emergent or floating?
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VII. CONCLUSION AND RESOLUTION .
Assessment conducted by (print name) :
Signature :
Grove representative (if different from above):
Signature:
Date :
Comments :
BMPs (selected from the BMPs indicated by no answers) not currently in place that
grove management agrees to implement:
11 / 16/01 Tom & Doug
11 /20/01 dgs corrections and formatting, etc
11 /30/01 dgs corrections as per 1130 01 meeting
12/ 11 /01 dgs corrections as per Rich Budell
12/ 17/01 dgs corrections as per 12 14 01 field test
12/ 18/01 Tom & Doug corrections as per 12 14 01 field test
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Cont'd from pg 2 .
Application Evaluation Review Sheet
Applicant Name : App. # 308 : Estes Citrus , Inc.
Address : 3705 20th St . , Vero Beach , FL 32960
Tract Number(s ) : 1
Field Number(s ) . Johnston #15
Date : INov . 6 , 2003
VI. Review summary:
Land Use/Field : Acres :
Micro-Irrigated Citrus Grove 40
Best Management Practices Applied For,
2. Install 1 FBR H2o Control Structure,
Total BMP Costs: 75% Cost Share: Div By Total Eval Points : = Applicant's Score : Applicant Cost:
$7, 371 $5 , 528 25 221 . 13 $ 1 , 843
VII . Remarks :
V L Designated servationist:
1 [� /dh%3
(Signature) Date: (Checked By) ate:
t
IRSWC Bo Approval Date
t i ture) Date
Privacy Act Statement: The following statements are made in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974 (5U .S .C . 522a) .
The authorities for requesting the information to be applied on this form are: 16 U .S .C . 590a-f (Soil and Water Conversation) ;
16U .S .C . 3801 et seq . (Food Security Acto of 1985 , as ammended) , and the regulation promulgated theruder. The information
requested is necessary for the evaluation of an application , development and implementation of a conservation plan as the
basis for satisfying program eligibility and compliance requirements , and for providing technical education , or financial assist-
ance under the previously mentioned authorities . Furnishing this information is voluntary; however, failure to furnish correct,
complete information will result in the withholding or withdrawal of such technical , educational, or financial assistance. This
information may be furnished to other USDA agencies , the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of Justice, or the other
State or Federal law enforcement agencies , or in response to orders of a court, magistrate, or administrative tribunal .
IRSWCD
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OPERATIQN AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
STRUCTURE FOR WATER CONTROL
COOPERATOR DATE 41eVT
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ADDRESS 3 70 a S z'. ✓E/a e�
PRACTICE LOCATION - SEC 217 Z3 T 3 S S R FIELD NO . P4E J1 N efs 1 c
GENERAL.
A properly operated and maintained structure for water control is an asset to your farm. This
structure was designed and installed to safely convey water at condition that will prevent erosion.
The estimated life span of this system is at least 5" years . The life of this system can be
assured and usually increased by developing and carrying out a good operation and maintenance
program.
This practice will require you to perform periodic operation and maintenance to maintain
satisfactory performance. Here are some recommendations to help you develop a good operation
and maintenance program.
GENERAL. RECOMMENDATIONS
• All fences, railings, and/or warning signs shall be maintained to provide warning and/or
prevent unauthorized human or livestock entry.
• Maintain vigorous growth of desirable vegetative coverings. This includes reseeding,
fertilization, and controlled application of herbicides when necessary . Periodic mowing may
also be needed to control height.
• Remove any debris that may accumulate on or in the immediate area of the structure.
• Make sure that all structural drains are functional.
• Determine and eliminate causes of settlement or cracks in the earthen sections and repair
damage.
• Repair spalls, cracks and weathered areas in concrete surfaces.
• Repair or replace rusted or damaged metal and paint.
• Check all valves, gates and other appurtenances for proper functioning. If worn or damaged,
repair or replace following the manufacturer's recommendations.
• FOCK riprap To . C . L . A/ .
• Check all timber or lumber sections for decay and other damage, especially sections in
contact with earth or other materials . Repair damaged sections and apply protective
coatings as needed .
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Eradicate or otherwise remove all rodents or burrowing animals . Immediately repair any ,
damage caused by their activity . (If threatened species are involved , follow policy on
endangered or threatened species .)
Immediately repair any vandalism , vehicular, or livestock damage to any earthfills ,
spillways , or outlets or other apparatuses .
SPECIFIC_ R EC' OMM NDAT
IONS FOR YOUR INSTALLATION
1 4TiON
INSPECTIONS
The practice should be inspected routinely and especially after major rainfall events . All items
needing maintenance should be repaired immediately.
VIOLATIONS
-I.
Failure to carry out the O&M required of this practice may result in the reimbursement of
Federal cost share dollars used for installation of this practice.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL NRCS OFFICE FOR ANY ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL
ASSISTANCE YOU MIGHT NEED FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THIS O&M PLAN FOR
YOUR STRUCTURE.
USDA -NRCS May 1997
EXHIBIT C
STANDARD TERMS FOR COST SHARE GRANT CONRTACT
1 . Termination : This Contract may be terminated by either
party in the event of a substantial failure by the other party to
perform in accordance with the terms of the Contract upon thirty
( 30 ) days prior written notice . In the event the County
terminates this Contract , the Recipient shall return all funds not
used as of the date of termination to the County within ten ( 10 )
calendar days .
2 . Notices : Any notice , request , demand , consent , approval
or other communication required or permitted by this Contract
shall be given or made in writing and shall be served , as elected
by the party giving such notice , by any of the following methods .
( 1 ) Hand delivery to the other party ; ( 2 ) Delivery by commercial
overnight courier service ; or ( 3 ) Mailed by registered or certified
mail ( postage prepaid ) , return receipt requested at the addresses
of the parties shown below :
County ,
Indian River Soil & Water Conservation District
James Karl
1028 - 20th Place , Suite A
Vero Beach , FL 32960
Recipient .
Estes Citrus , Inc .
3705 20th Street
Vero Beach , FL 32960
3 . Federal and State Taxes : The County is exempt from
payment of Florida State Sales and Use Taxes . The Recipient shall
be responsible for payment of all federal , state , and local taxes
and fees incurred in connection with this Contract .
4 . Venue ; Choice of Law . The validity , interpretation ,
construction , and effect of this Contract shall be in accordance
with and governed by the laws of the State of Florida , only . The
location for settlement of any and all claims , controversies , or
disputes , arising out of or relating to any part of this Contract ,
or any breach hereof , as well as any litigation between the
parties , shall be Indian River County , Florida for claims brought
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in state court , and the Southern District of Florida for those
claims justiciable in federal court .
5 . Entirety of Agreement : This Contract incorporates and
includes all prior and contemporaneous negotiations ,
correspondence , conversations , agreements , and understandings
applicable to the matters contained herein and the parties agree
that there are no commitments , agreements , or understandings
concerning the subject matter of this Contract that are not
contained herein . Accordingly , it is agreed that no deviation
from the terms hereof shall be predicated upon any prior
representations or agreements , whether oral or written . It is
further agreed that no modification , amendment or alteration in
the terms and conditions contained herein shall be effective
unless contained in a written document signed by both parties .
6 . Severability : If any term or provision of this Contract
or the application thereof to any person or circumstance shall , to
any extent , be held invalid or unenforceable for the remainder of
this Contract , then the application of such term or provision to
persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held
invalid or unenforceable shall not be affected , and every other
term and provision of this Contract shall be deemed valid and
enforceable to the extent permitted by law .
7 . CAPTIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS : Captions in this Contract
are included for convenience only and are not to be considered in
any construction or interpretation of this Contract or any of its
provisions . Unless the context indicates otherwise , words
importing the singular number include the plural number , and vice
versa . Words of any gender include the correlative words of the
other genders , unless the sense indicates otherwise .
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