Okaloosa County BOCC — November 4, 2014 — LETF Request

Larry Ashley, Okaloosa County Sheriff Headquarters: 50 2° Street, Shalimar Florida 32579-1234 Phone: (850) 651-7410, Email: Sheriff@sheriff-okaloosa.org October 13th, 2014 Agenda request: LETF disbursement request; October 21st, 2014 To: Mr. John Hofstad, Interim County Administrator From: Sean T. Lynch, Inspector, OCSO Re: Law Enforcement Trust Fund Request board consideration of trust fund disbursement in support of: 1. Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, $1,000.00 Total disbursement request: $1,000.00 The Okaloosa County Sheriffs Office is accredited by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation The Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office provides equal access and equal opportunity in employment and services and does not discriminate” OKALOOSA COUNTY LETF APPLICATION PROGRAM INFORMATION Program Title: Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Incorporated Name/ Title of Contact: | Justin Lee, Chair Address: P.O. Box 4331 Phone: (301) 906-1229 City * Zip Code: Ft. Walton Beach, 32548 Fax: Total Program Budget: | $0 E-mail: justin. lee.17@us.af.mil see New Renewal Amount 4 Program is: iv] L] Requested: $2000 | 000. PO If renewal, circle number of years this program has been funded thru LETF? 1 Year APPLICANT AGENCY INFORMATION Applicant Agency Legal Name: Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Incorporated Program Name: Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Incorporated Main Administrative Address: P.O, Box 4331 City & State: Ft, Walton Beach, FL Zip Code: 32548 Telephone Number: (301 ) 906-1229 Fax Number: Website: N/A CEO/Executive Director: Justin Lee Office Phone Number: (850) 883-2708 E-mail Address: justin.lee.17@us.af.mil Federal Identification Number: N/A LETF CATEGORY (Place an “X” to the left of one program area for which you Intend to Apply): UOUUN 1. Crime Prevention Anti-Bullying Campaign 2. Drug Abuse Prevention/Education 3. Safe Neighborhood 4. School Resource Officer 5. Other Law Enforcement Purpose (specify below) PROPOSED PROGRAM INFORMATION 1. Program Summary (1-3 sentences): Provide an overview of program services. The Dr. MLK Celebration Committee was created in an effort to sponsor educational opportunities, promote cultural awareness, and revitalize the communities of Northwest Florida immediately North, South, East, and West of Okaloosa County; thereby, improving the quality of life for families, students, and youth living within the cities of its surrounding neighborhoods. 2. Program Purpose (1-3 sentences): Please identify the services, target population and how many will be served while completing the following statement. The purpose of this program is... To effect change in our community by celebrating diversity within Okaloosa County and neighboring areas. Our target population of 60,000 will be engaged in thought provoking, speaker led discussions and motivational assemblies in addition to being challenged through guided artistic expression. 3. Proposed use of LETF proceeds: Please identify the proposed use(s) of LETF proceeds and specify how it fulfills the statutorily authorized uses set forth in Section 932.7055, Florida Statutes. These proceeds shall not be utilized to meet normal operating needs of the applicant agency/organization. The LETF proceeds will initially be used.to.assistin-funding the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County Section 501(c)(3) of the Int ena Revenue Code and applicabla state law(s). Subsequent use of funding will be geared toward the inclusion “an Anti-bullying Campaign during the Dr. MLK Celebration in which participants will receive verbiage on tactics a i i ist4 ping out bullying in the community and other law enforcement purposes. 4, Has your agency received funding from LETF within the last three (3) years? (If yes, identify the source of that funding, when it was received and the dollar amount that the agency has received). The Committee is receiving funds from Cox Communication to support the Oratorical/Poster Contest, Parade, and After-Rally Activities. The Committee is requesting funds from the Okaloosa Sheriff's department to fund the 501(c)(3) classification. This classification will enable the Dr. MLK Committee to apply for tax exempt grants that will help fund Community Outreach Activities, Educational Initiatives including Crime Prevention, and Revitalization of Low Income Neighborhoods throughout the year. 5. Have you applied for funding for this program from any other entity or agency? (If yes, identify the source from which the funding was sought, the dollar amount requested from the source and provide the outcome of that application). Dr. Rev. Tommye Walker, previous Chair for the Committee, has received funding during 2013. | was totally unaware considering that this is my first year as the Chair. Upon completing this application in its entirety, please read the following statement and affix your signature accordingly. T have read, fully understand and agree to be bound by Okaloosa County’s Operating Procedures for Law Enforcement Trust Fund and applicable state statutes. I have completed this application fully and accurately and have not misrepresented any information contained herein. I certify that the requested funds will be used for the purposes set forth in this application and in conformity with Florida law. I agree to submit proper supporting documentation within ninety (90) days of expending the LETF proceeds, which establishes that such proceeds were expended for the purposes they were approved and in conformity with Florida law. I further agree that should I fail to provide such documentation within the specified time period, I will be responsible for reimbursing Okaloosa County for the amounts received. Dighatyy signed by LEE.JUSTIN.G., 1367431608 LEE.JUSTIN.C.1367431608 Sisse mts cust ens 6 October 2014 Signature of Applicant Date of Application Justin Lee Print Name of Applicant OFFICIAL USE ONLY I, Larry R. Ashley, do hereby certify that the aforementioned request for LETF proceeds is in compliance with Section 932.7055, Florida Statutes. | ca) “ OB . Sheriff Latry R. ste] Board of County Commissioners: Approved/Disapproved Date: Amount approved: $ ; saartin Luther Kine Schedule Of. Events Jan. 10, 2015, 10:00 AM Oratorical /Poster Contest Ft. Walton Beach High School Jan, 18, 2015, 5:30 PM MLK Memorial Program Ft. Walton Beach High School Jan. 19, 2015, 8:00 AM Parade/March Line-up: FW Civic Auditorium Jan, 19, 2015, 12:00 PM Rally/After-Rally Activities Ft. Walton Beach High School 301)906-1229¢ or iL Sy : ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Incorporated FIRST: The undersigned, Justin Lee, whose post office address is P.O. Box 4331 Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548, all of whom are at least eighteen (18) years of age, do hereby form a nonprofit, nonstock corporation under and by virtue of the General Laws of the State of Florida authorizing the formation of corporations. SECOND: The name of the corporation (hereinafter called the Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Incorporated) is Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. THIRD: The Dr, MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. is organized exclusively as charitable and educational within the meaning of section 504 (0)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (or any corresponding provisions of any future United States Internal Revenue law or regulations there under, hereinafter collectively referred to as the internal Revenue Code), for the following purposes: (a) To sponsor educational opportunities, promote cultural awareness, and revitalize the communities of Florida areas immediately North, South, East, and West of Okaloosa County; thereby, improving the quality of life for low income families, students, and youth living in the inner cities of the surrounding neighborhoods. (b) To effect change in our community by sponsoring scholastic programs, promoting ~Y- cultural awareness, and celebrating diversity within Okaloosa County and neighboring areas. (c) To promote a positive self-identity by highlighting an underrepresented American culture and its historical significance in the Florida corridor; thereby, encouraging increased graduation rates, higher occurrences of tertiary school pursuits, greater housing opportunities and community development for families. (d) To engage in any other positive activities which are consistent with Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and applicable state law(s). FOURTH: In order to carry out the purposes of the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. shall have the following powers: (a) To purchase, lease, receive by donation, acquire and operate real and personal property suitable or convenient for the purposes of the Incorporation; (b) To solicit, receive and accept donations of money or property or any interest in property from any other entity or persons; (c) To exercise any power, or engage in any function, incidental to accomplishing the nonprofit purpose of the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. by providing or allowing General Laws of the State of Florida, now or hereafter in force, to non-stock corporations, without limitation by the above description of specific powers -2- FIFTH: The address of the principal office of the Corporation in this state is: P.O, Box 4331 Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 SIXTH: The Resident Agent of the Incorporation is Justin Lee, whose address is P.O. Box 4331 Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548. The Resident Agent is a citizen of and resides in the State of Florida. SEVENTH: The Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. shall be governed by a Board of Directors. The initial number of Directors of the Incorporation shall be seven (7). The number of Directors may be increased or decreased in accordance with the following Bylaws of the Corporation but shall never be less than seven. The initial members of the Board of Directors, who shall serve until their successors are elected and qualify, are below: (1) Justin Lee, 115 W. Terry Circle Mary Esther, FL 32569; (301) 906-1229 (2) Chantel Rutland, 8 Hidden Cove Circle, Valparaiso FL 32580; (305) 746-3413 (3) Rev. Dr. Tommye Walker Sr., 820 Laurel Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547; (850) 218-0103 (4) Marketta Dace, 607 Ironwood Drive Ft Walton Beach, FL 32547; (850) 585-1348 (5) Ruby Dunson, 727 Clark Dr. NW Ft Walton Beach, FL 32547; (850) 217-6748 (6) Steve Chatman, 101 Golf Course Dr. Crestview, FL 32536; (850) 830-5043 (7) Raymond Nelson, 4800 Meadow Lake Dr Crestview, FL; 32539 (850) 420-0706 EIGHTH: The Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. shall adopt bylaws which shall provide for: Justin Lee functions as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Incorporation. Chantel Rutland functions as the Lead of Operations. There are a total of seven (7) Board of Directors which are responsible for decision making, financial commitments, appointing directors, and administrative responsibilities. Each director will have practical experience with managing business administrative affairs. Effective communication skills, confidence, strategic thinking abilities, hard work ethic and dedication are basic requirements. Added offices require election and are presented by the CEO to the board for vote. The terms of office consist of taking responsibility for submitting documentation, financial commitment. The Directors hold equal voting power within the Board and for such committees as may be determined to be necessary or desirable, The director has responsibilities which include but are not limited to: identifying potential donors for charitable organizations; allotment of funds to ensure that recommendations of monetary donations raised are used appropriately and for the purpose in which they were received; reporting through suitable communication channels, on issues related to the development of the organization and its financial standing; appointing a staff to assist with the supervising process. Maintaining accurate records of successfully completed tasks as well as those that failed to meet specified targets. (c) The selection of officers and their number, terms of office, rights, powers and duties; and {d) Other matters relating to governance of the Corporation. NINTH: The following provisions are hereby adopted to limit and regulate the powers of the corporation and the Board of Directors. (a) The incorporation is not organized for pecuniary profit. No part of the net earnings of the Incorporation shall inure to the benefit of or be distributable to its directors, officers, members or other private persons, except that the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services actually rendered and to make payments in furtherance of the purposes herein set forth; (ob) The Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. shall be non-profit and non-stock, and shall have no power to declare dividends. The incorporation shall be composed of members. Qualifications for membership in the Corporation shall be defined in the Bylaws, but in no case shall membership be restricted on the basis of race, sex, ethnic origin or religious or political persuasion. (c) The Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. shall conduct and direct its services and the use of its properties and facilities on the basis that such services and uses are available regardless of race, sex, ethnic origin or religious or political persuasion. (d) Except as provided in Sections 501(h) and 4911 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (or the corresponding provisions of any future United States Internal Revenue law) (hereafter the "Code"), no substantial part of the activities of the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. shall be the carrying on of propaganda or otherwise attempting to influence legislation. The Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. shall not participate in nor intervene in (including the publishing or distribution of statements) any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office. Notwithstanding any other provisions, the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. shall not carry on any activity not permitted to be carried on by an Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c) (3) of the Code or by a Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. contributions to which are deductible under Section 170(c) (2), 2055(a) (2) and 2522(a) (23) of the Code. (e) If the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, ~6~ Inc. is dissolved or ended for any reason, the Board of Directors shall dispose of all of the net assets of the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. exclusively to such organization(s) which are organized and operated exclusively for charitable or educational purposes and shall, at the time, qualify as an exempt organization under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Any remaining assets not disposed of by the Board shall be disposed of by the Court in the jurisdiction in which the principal office of the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. is then located, exclusively for such purposes or to such organizations. TENTH: The duration and existence of the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. shall be perpetual. ELEVENTH: The Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. may indemnify any and all of its current and future directors, officers, employees and agents as provided in the Bylaws of the Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have signed these Articles of Incorporation and acknowledged the same to be my own act on this 3rd day of September, 2014 WITNESS: Name #1 Name #2 Name #3 Consent of Resident Agent |, Justin Lee, hereby consent to being designated in this document as Resident Agent for this Dr. MLK Celebration Committee of Okaloosa County, Inc. Name Here