Board of County Commissioners

REGULAR MEETING OF THE NARANJA LAKES BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS NARANJA LAKES CRA COMMUNITY CENTER 27555 SW 140th Avenue Naranja, FL 33032 Thursday, August 27, 2026 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM AGENDA I. Meeting Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Invocation or Pledge of Allegiance IV. Reasonable Opportunity for the Public to be Heard V. Approval and Changes to Agenda VI. Approval of Minutes 1. February 12, 2026 2. May 5, 2026 VII. Resolutions for Board Approval 1. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NARANJA LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING AND ADOPTING BYLAWS AND RULES OF PROCEDURE FOR THE GOVERNANCE AND OPERATION OF THE AGENCY; AND PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION 2. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NARANJA LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY RETROACTIVELY APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE EXCLUSIVE LEASING AND MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE NARANJA LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND WLS, L.C., A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY D/B/A NAI MIAMI | FORT LAUDERDALE AND NAI MIAMI PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (SECOND AMENDMENT) IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $42,000.00 FOR THE PURPOSE OF EXTENDING SUCH AGREEMENT FOR AN ADDITIONAL ONE YEAR TERM AND TO ALLOW THE PROPERTY MANAGER TO CONTINUE PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND BROKERAGE SERVICES; RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S ACTION IN EXECUTING THE SECOND AMENDMENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO TAKE ALL STEPS NECESSARY AND APPROPRIATE TO IMPLEMENT THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE SECOND AMENDMENT 3. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET FOR THE NARANJA LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND THE NARANJA LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $50,860,061.00; AND DIRECTING THE EXEC- UTIVE DIRECTOR OR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT THE BUDGET TO MIAMI- DADE COUNTY FOR APPROVAL BY THE MIAMI-DADE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 4. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NARANJA LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ACCEPTING THE EVALUATION COMMITTEE’S RECOMMENDATION FOR THE DISPOSITION AND REDEVELOPMENT OF CERTAIN NARANJA LAKES COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY-OWNED PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 27501 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY AND 27525 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY; AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSITION OF SUCH PROPERTIES AND AWARD OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS TO HOUSING TRUST GROUP, LLC, OR ITS AFFILIATES, FOR A NOMINAL AMOUNT, PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.380, FLORIDA STATUTES; AWARDING UP TO $7,000,000 IN TAX INCREMENT FINANCING, SUBJECT TO UNDERWRITING; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OR DESIGNEE TO NEGOTIATE, EXECUTE, AND AMEND CERTAIN

AGREEMENTS AND DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE DISPOSITION, REDEVELOPMENT, AND FINANCING OF THE PROPERTIES VIII. Discussion Items 1. Naranja Lakes CRA Board Meeting Cadence and Locations 2. Hiring of Outside Counsel 3. Expiring Agreements as of September 30, 2026: a. H.E.R.S. Consulting, LLC -- Executive Director Services b. Ambassador Consulting Group, LLC – Economic Administrator c. Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade, Inc – Grant for residential rehabilitation IX. Proposed Next Meeting Date & Adjournment

AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into as of August 29, 2024, by and between the NARANJA LAKES COMMUNIT Y REDEVEL OPMENT AGENCY, a public body corporate and politic (the "NLCRA") having an address at c/o Miami-Dade County, Community Redevelopment and Economic Policy Division, 111 N.W. 1st Street, Suite 2210, Miami, Florida 33128 and H.E.R.S. CONSULTING, LLC, a Florida limited liability company (the "Consultant") having an address at 6805 West Commercial Boulevard, #1149, Tamarac, Florida 33319. R E CI T A L S 1. The NLCRA desires to engage the Consultant as the Executive Director of the NLCRA, as provided for in Section 163.356(3)(c), Florida Statutes. 2. At a duly noticed public meeting held on August 29, 2024, the NLCRA Board of Commissioners (the "Board") approved the engagement of the Consultant as the Executive Director as set forth in the Scope of Work (as defined below), subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions set forth herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged, the parties do hereby agree as follows: 1. Recitals. The Recitals set forth above are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference. 2. Appointment of Executive Director: General Intent. 1.1 Pursuant to Section 163.356(3)(c), Florida Statutes, the Board appointed the Consultant as the Executive Director effective August 29, 2024 (the "Appointment Date"). 1.2 The intent of this Agreement is to set forth the rights and obligations of the parties with respect to the provision by Consultant to the NLCRA of the Scope of Work for purposes of this Agreement. 2. Services and Responsibilities 2.1 As the Executive Director, the Consultant shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the NLCRA and perform the functions and duties as set forth Exhibit "A" attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof and other associated and legally required duties and functions as the Board shall direct from time to time (the "Scope of Work"). The Consultant agrees to perform the Scope of Work faithfully, competently, professionally and promptly to the best of its ability. 2.2 Consultant hereby agrees to perform the Scope of Work for the compensation set forth in Section 4 below. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for the satisfactory and complete execution of the Scope Work. Item No.VIII-3a August 27

2.3 Consultant hereby represents and warrants to the NLCRA that it possesses (a) the skills necessary to perform the Scope of Work as required by this Agreement (b) knowledge and understanding of the NLCRA and (c) all necessary licenses required by the State of Florida and Miami-Dade County (the "County") to perform the Scope of Work. 2.4 Consultant shall report to the Board. During the conduct of the performance of its services, Consultant shall schedule regular meetings with the individual Commissioners or his/her designee to discuss the progress of the Consultant's work. 2.5 Consultant covenants with the NLCRA to exercise the Consultant's skill and judgment in furthering the interests of the NLCRA; to furnish efficient business administration and supervision, and to perform the Scope of Work in an expeditious and economical manner consistent with the NLCRA's interests. The NLCRA agrees to furnish or approve, in a timely manner, information required by the Consultant and to make payments to the Consultant in accordance with the requirements of this Agreement. 2.6 Consultant hereby represents to the NLCRA, with full knowledge that NLCRA is relying upon these representations when entering into this Agreement with Consultant, that Consultant has the professional expertise, experience and manpower to perform the services to be provided by Consultant pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. Consultant shall maintain during the Term of this Agreement all necessary licenses and qualifications required by applicable law. 3. Term. The initial term of this Agreement shall commence on the on the Appointment Date and be for the month of September 2024 and the following two (2) fiscal years of the NLCRA ending on September 30, 2025 (the "Initial Term"), subject to any annual increases in the Fee as approved by the Board. Thereafter, the Initial Term of this Agreement may be renewed upon the mutual agreement of the parties, on or before September 30, 2026, for successive one year or multiple year extensions (each, an "Extension Term") under the same terms and conditions as set forth herein or such other terms and conditions as agreed upon by the parties and approved by the Board. The Initial Term and any Extension Term(s) are hereinafter referred to as the "Term." 4. Compensation and Method of Payment 4.1 Compensation for the services provided by Consultant to the NLCRA for the Term shall be as follows: 4.1.1 Basic Services. For the Scope of Work, the NLCRA shall pay the Consultant an annual fee of One Hundred Twenty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($120,000.00) in equal monthly installments of Ten Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($10,000.00) or as such may be prorated for any partial month during the Term. Except as set forth below, the amount for Basic Services represents and contains all amounts due and payable for the services provided by Consultant in the Scope of Work including any out of pocket and third-party costs which may be incurred and/or paid by Consultant. 4.1.2 Additional Services. The Consultant will also provide expanded day-to-day operational support to the NLCRA, including the provision of additional staff to manage the routine business operations of the NLCRA. These Additional Services will encompass, but are not limited to, administrative support, business operations management, and other functions necessary to ensure the smooth operation of the NLCRA. For the Additional Services, the NLCRA shall pay the Consultant an annual fee of Eighty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($80,000.00) to be 2

paid based on invoices submitted by the consultant to the NLCRA on no more than a monthly basis. The annual fee for Additional Services will cover all costs associated with the expansion, including salaries, benefits, and any administrative fees. Any costs exceeding this budget will require prior NLCRA Board approval. The provision of the Additional Services under this Agreement is contingent upon the availability and allocation of proper funding by the NLCRA. Any funds designated for the purpose of supporting additional staff shall be used exclusively for the execution of the duties outlined in the Scope of Work. If sufficient funding is not provided, the Consultant shall not be obligated to provide additional staffing, and no liability shall arise for failure to perform such Additional Services absent proper funding. All services provided under this Agreement will be in full compliance with Florida Statutes, Chapter 163, Part Ill, governing the formation and regulation of Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs). This ensures that the operations and activities of the Firm adhere to the legal requirements and statutory obligations relevant to the NLCRA. The amount payable to the Consultant by the NLCRA under this Agreement for Basic Services and Additional Services is a not to exceed amount of Two Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($200,000.00). 4.2 Dues, Subscriptions and Other Reimbursables. The NLCRA also agrees to pay to the Consultant on a reimbursement basis: 4.2.1 the reasonable and customary professional dues, including the Florida Redevelopment Association ("FRA") annual membership dues and subscriptions of the Consultant necessary for continued professional participation, growth and advancement, including national, state and local professional associations, as shall be approved in the annual NLCRA budget; and 4.2.2 the reasonable and customary travel and subsistence expenses for the Consultant's travel and attendance at the FRA annual conference, ICSC annual conference, ULI annual conference and other reasonably necessary seminars, conferences and committee meetings customary to the position of an Executive Director, as shall be approved in the annual NLCRA budget. 4.2.3 the reasonable and customary expenses related to small purchases for office supplies, equipment, and minor services, as allowed via the County's procurement code. 4.3 Consultant shall submit to the NLCRA a written invoice for the Fee, compensation for any additional services and other reimbursables prior to the end of each calendar month during the Term. Each invoice shall include a detailed billing statement for services rendered and reimbursements sought, as well as any other supporting documentation as reasonably requested by the NLCRA. The Consultant shall also comply with any County vendor registration requirements. With respect to the procedures for payment, the NLCRA and Consultant agree to comply with and be bound by the provisions of Part VII, Chapter 218, Florida Statutes, entitled the Local Government Prompt Payment Act. 4.4 NLCRA Employees and Consultants. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, the Fee and any other amounts payable to the Consultant pursuant to this Agreement expressly excludes any amounts payable to persons employed directly by the NLCRA 3

as well as any other consultants and attorneys engaged by the NLCRA, all of whom shall be compensated as set forth in their applicable agreements and in the approved annual NLCRA budget. 5. Changes in Scope of Work. NLCRA may request changes that would increase, decrease or otherwise modify the Scope of Work and Fee to be provided under this Agreement. Such changes must be contained in a written amendment, executed by the parties hereto, with the same formality and with equality and dignity prior to any deviation from the terms of this Agreement including the approval of the NLCRA Board, if applicable. 6. Termination. 6.1 Termination by the Consultant for Cause. The Consultant may terminate the Agreement if the NLCRA fails to make a payment as required by the Agreement followed by written notice thereof from Consultant to NLCRA and NLCRA's continued failure to make such payment for thirty (30) days following the receipt of such notice. If the Consultant terminates the Agreement as set forth in the previous sentence, the Consultant shall be entitled to recover from the NLCRA payment for the Scope Work executed up to the date of termination but shall not be entitled to any other damages including, but not limited to, consequential and/or punitive damages. 6.2 Termination by the NLCRA for Cause. The NLCRA may terminate this Agreement if the Consultant: 6.2.1 Persistently or repeatedly refuses or fails to follow the Board's directions relative to the performance of the Scope of Work including, but not limited to, failing to perform the Scope of Work or any portion thereof within agreed upon time frames; 6.2.2 Persistently disregards laws, ordinances, or rules, regulations or orders of a public authority having jurisdiction; or 6.2.3 Otherwise materially breaches any provision of this Agreement. When any of the above reasons exist, following a duly noticed public meeting of the NLCRA, the Board, by a majority vote of its Commissioners may, without prejudice to any other rights or remedies, terminate this Agreement and the employment of the Consultant. The Consultant shall not be entitled to receive payment for the Scope of Work completed until the remainder of the Scope of Work is finished and, in addition to any other rights available to the NLCRA at law or in equity, the Consultant shall be liable to NLCRA for all reasonable excess completion costs and costs to correct as a result of said termination. 6.3 Termination by the NLCRA for Convenience. Notwithstanding anything in the Agreement to the contrary, following a duly noticed public meeting of the NLCRA, the Board, by a majority vote of its Commissioners may, for whatever reason and in its sole discretion, terminate the Agreement without penalty or liability by providing the Consultant with thirty (30) days written notice thereof. Upon such termination, this Agreement shall be null and void, except that Consultant shall be entitled to payment for the Scope Work executed up to the date of termination. Any of Consultant's then outstanding and/or unfulfilled duties and/or obligations under the Agreement accruing prior to such termination shall survive the termination of the Agreement. Consultant acknowledges and agrees that Consultant shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives any claims for, any damages in the event that the NLCRA exercises its termination right hereunder including, but not limited to, any consequential or punitive damages. 4

6.4 Termination by the Consultant for Convenience. Notwithstanding anything in the Agreement to the contrary, the Consultant may, for whatever reason and in its sole discretion, terminate the Agreement without penalty or liability by providing the Board with no less than thirty (30) days written notice thereof. Upon such termination, this Agreement shall be null and void, except that Consultant shall be entitled to payment for the Scope Work executed up to the date of termination. Any of Consultant's then outstanding and/or unfulfilled duties and/or obligations under the Agreement accruing prior to such termination shall survive the termination of the Agreement. NLCRA acknowledges and agrees that NLCRA shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives any claims for, any damages in the event that the Consultant exercises its termination right hereunder including, but not limited to, any consequential or punitive damages. 7. Insurance. The Consultant shall purchase and maintain insurance as follows. 7.1 Commercial General Liability Insurance coverage for a minimum of $1,000,000 each occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate. The policy shall include coverage for products/completed operations, and the NLCRA must be included as an additional insured. 7.2 Professional Liability Insurance coverage with limits of no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 in aggregate, covering claims arising from the rendering or failure to render professional services or products. Worker's Compensation Insurance coverage as outlined in Section 440, Florida Statutes, shall not be required unless and until such compliance with Section 440, Florida Statutes, mandates the requirement for additional coverage. Automobile Liability Insurance coverage is not required, as the Scope of Work does not involve sufficient travel or the operation of vehicles. However, should the nature of the Scope of Work change to require such travel or vehicle operation, the Consultant and the NLCRA will amend this Agreement to include the necessary coverage, with the NLCRA. All insurance policies required above shall be issued by companies authorized to do business under the laws of the State of Florida, with the following qualifications: The company must be rated no less than "A-" as to management, and no less than "Class VII" as to financial strength, by Best's Insurance Guide, published by A.M. Best Company, Oldwick, New Jersey, subject to the approval of the County Risk Management Division or the company must hold a valid Florida Certificate of Authority as shown in the latest "List of All Insurance Companies Authorized or Approved to Do Business in Florida" issued by the State of Florida Department of Financial Services. All insurance policies shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under the policies will not be canceled or allowed to expire until at least 30 days' prior written notice has been given to the NLCRA. Failure of the Consultant to obtain and maintain required insurance shall be grounds for termination of the Agreement by the NLCRA. 8. Indemnification. For other good and valuable consideration the receipt and adequacy of which is hereby acknowledged, Consultant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless, the NLCRA, its Commissioners, employees, consultants, attorneys and agents from, and against any and all claims, actions, liabilities, losses and expenses including, but not limited to, attorneys' fees for personal, economic or bodily injury, wrongful death, loss of or damage to property, at law or in equity, which may arise or may be alleged to have risen from the acts, errors, omissions or other wrongful conduct of Consultant, agents or other personnel entity acting under Consultant's 5

control in connection with Consultant's performance of services under this Agreement and to that extent Consultant shall pay such claims and losses and shall pay all such costs and judgments which may issue from any lawsuit arising from such claims and losses including wrongful termination or allegations of discrimination or harassment, and shall pay all costs and attorneys' fees expended by the NLCRA in defense of such claims and losses including appeals. That the aforesaid hold-harmless agreement by Consultant shall apply to all damages and claims for damages of every kind suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, by reason of any of the aforesaid operations of Consultant or any agent or employee of Consultant regardless of whether or not such insurance policies shall have been determined to be applicable to any of such damages or claims for damages. 9. Anti-Discrimination. Consultant certifies that it does not discriminate in its policies based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial status or handicap. 10. Scrutinized Companies. The Consultant certifies that it is not on the Scrutinized Companies that Boycott Israel List. Pursuant to Section 287.135, Florida Statutes, the NLCRA may immediately terminate this Agreement at its sole option if the Consultant is found to have submitted a false certification; or if the Consultant is placed on the Scrutinized Companies that Boycott Israel List or is engaged in the boycott of Israel during the Term of the Agreement. 11. E-Verify. Pursuant to Section 448.095(2), Florida Statutes, the Consultant must: 11.1 Register with and use the E-Verify system to verify the work authorization status of all newly hired employees and require all subcontractors (providing services or receiving funding under this Agreement) to register with and use the E-Verify system to verify the work authorization status of all the subcontractors' newly hired employees; 11.2 Secure an affidavit from all subcontractors (providing services or receiving funding under this Agreement) stating that the subcontractor does not employ, contract with, or subcontract with an "unauthorized alien" as defined in Section 448.095(1 )(k), Florida Statutes 11.3 Maintain copies of all subcontractor affidavits for the duration of this Agreement and provide the same to the NLCRA upon request; 11.4 Comply fully, and ensure all of its subcontractors comply fully, with Section 448.095, Florida Statutes; 11.5 Be aware that a violation of Section 448.09, Florida Statutes (Unauthorized aliens; employment prohibited) shall be grounds for termination of this Agreement; and 11.6 Be aware that if the NLCRA terminates this Agreement under Section 448.O95(2)(c), Florida Statutes, Consultant may not be awarded a contract for at least one (1) year after the date on which the Agreement is terminated and will be liable for any additional costs incurred by the NLCRA as a result of the termination of the Agreement. 12. Miscellaneous 6

12.1 Ownership of Documents. All documents, media and work product of any kind whatsoever prepared by the Consultant pursuant to or in connection with this Agreement are and shall remain the exclusive property of the NLCRA; provided, however, the Consultant retains ownership over any Developments (as defined below), inventions, or methodologies that are part of the Consultant's regular course of business and not uniquely created for the NLCRA under this Agreement. Upon request of the NLCRA and/or upon the termination or completion of this Agreement, Consultant shall promptly deliver to the NLCRA all or any portion of the above referenced documents, media and work product including the tapes or discs relating thereto. Consultant further acknowledges that NLCRA may post any of such documents, media and work product on the NLCRA's website. Such documents may be posted by NLCRA without the prior authorization of Consultant. No additional fee or compensation will be paid to Consultant by NLCRA for such posting. Notwithstanding the foregoing or anything in the Agreement to the contrary, the Consultant, in the regular course of business, may develop proprietary inventions, documents, methods, and other intellectual property ("Developments"). These Developments, created by the Consultant, its employees, or assigns, shall remain the sole property of the Consultant and shall not be considered the intellectual or proprietary property of the NLCRA. The Consultant retains all proprietary rights over these Developments while ensuring compliance with applicable Florida laws and the regulations of the NLCRA. 12.2 Records. Consultant shall keep books and records and require any and all subconsultants to keep books and records as may be necessary in order to record complete and correct accurate records with respect to this engagement. Such books and records will be available at all reasonable times for examination and audit by NLCRA and shall be kept for a period of six (6) years after the completion of all work to be performed pursuant to this Agreement, unless contacted by NLCRA and advised such records must be kept for a longer period. Consultant shall further be required to respond to the reasonable inquiries of successor Consultant and allow successor Consultant to review Consultant's working papers related to matters of continuing accounting, reporting or auditing significance. Incomplete or incorrect entries in such books and records will be grounds for disallowance by NLCRA of any fees or expenses based upon such entries. 12.3 Independent Contractor. This Agreement does not create an employee/employer relationship between the parties. It is the intent of the parties that Consultant is an independent contractor under this Agreement and not the NLCRA's employee for all purposes, including but not limited to, the application of the Fair Labor Standards Act minimum wage and overtime payments, Federal Insurance Contribution act, the Social Security Act, the Federal Unemployment Tax Act, the provision of the Internal Revenue Code, the State Workers Compensation Act, and the State unemployment insurance law. Consultant shall retain sole and absolute discretion in the judgment of the manner and means of carrying out Consultant's activities and responsibilities hereunder. Consultant agrees that it is a separate and independent enterprise from the NLCRA, that it has full opportunity to find other business, that it has to make its own investment in its business, and that it will utilize a professional level of skill necessary to perform the services. This Agreement shall not be construed as creating any joint employment relationship between Consultant and the NLCRA and the NLCRA will not be liable for any obligation incurred by Consultant, including by not limited to unpaid minimum wages and/or overtime premiums. 7

12.4 Assignments: Amendments. 12.4.1 This Agreement, or any interest herein, shall not be assigned, delegated, subcontracted, transferred or otherwise encumbered, under any circumstances, by Consultant without the prior written consent of NLCRA, which consent may be withheld by the NLCRA in its sole and absolute discretion. Any assignment, delegation, subcontract, transfer or encumbrance without such express prior written consent shall be null and void and shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement, upon which the Board may immediately terminate the Agreement in accordance with the pro