Okaloosa County BOCC — May 4, 2013 — C12-1962-COR — reading text

to assisting our clients when we can with special events or donations of our services. ABL’s vast resources of suppliers and personnel are at your disposal when needed. Nationally ABL participates in many fund raiser and scholarship programs. Recently, ABL employees held a fund raiser for the victims of the Katrina disaster in which ABL Management matched with a donation of $50,000. fe - i> me Management, Inc. ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS ABL Management, Inc. has earned many achievements in correctional food service management, as well as receiving a “Top 100 Louisiana Company” award. Our excellent reputation has been earned by providing the highest possible quality service to our clients. Some of ABL's achievements are as follows: > Worked with Chatham County, Georgia, in moving into a new facility, operated two units until new facility was completed. Developed computerized cost analysis and_ tracking program to help stabilize costs for our clients. Developed standardized purchasing program to ensure timely delivery of required food products to our units. Developed policy and procedure standards to ensure consistency of service for our clients. Developed a client relations program to ensure instant communication between client and ABL_ upper management. ABL Management's success is a result of our hiring qualified people and our excellent and intensive training program. In addition to our Employee Training Program, we also have an on- going In-Service Training Program, which includes the following: > Vv WV Vv VV WV WV WV WV Receiving and Storage Procedure Correctional Facility Security Procedures Security Policy and Procedures for the Client Proper Meal Preparation and Presentation Correct Use of Servicing Equipment and Proper Portioning Specialized Production Requirements Proper Use and Care of Equipment Safety Procedures In Depth Sanitation Procedures In-Service on Diets Our purchasing, other than produce, milk, bread and eggs, is done through a national vendor on a quantity basis, which provides a cost savings. AG —, vm Management, a m ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS (Continued) Each of our units has an ABL Management Inventory Book, which we utilize for inventory control ordering/purchasing, price changes and food production. Sanitation is an on-going daily procedure, which is outlined in our Operational Manual which all of our employees must follow. We pride ourselves in keeping our food service areas clean and sanitary. Our District Managers talk to each of our Food Service Directors at least five times per week and to the facility on a monthly basis or as needed. This hands-on service for our clients and immediate response to any problems assure our clients that we are committed to providing the best possible quality service. Aaron D. KENNARD Sheriff (Retired) Executive Director 1450 Duke St. Alexandria, VA 22314 703.836.7827 phone 703.683.6541 fax www.sheriffs.org nsamail@sheriffs.org NATIONAL SHERIFFS’ ASSOCIATION January 20, 2009 Mr. John Appleton, President ABL Management, Inc. 11224 Boardwalk, Suite B-1-5 Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Dear Mr-Appleton, , oho. year Mr. App Wi y On behalf of the National Sheriffs’ Association, I would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation for the good working relationship shared by ABL Management, Inc., and the National Sheriffs’ Association over the past 21 years. We are grateful to you for being a long-term supporter, helping us make NSA the voice of our nation’s Sheriffs. We also appreciate your time spent serving on NSA committees to help make the Office of Sheriff stronger. It is a pleasure working with you and the fine company of ABL Management, Inc., that you lead. We look forward to continuing our successful relationship. Sincerely, CE = Aaron D. Kennard Sheriff (Retired) NSA Executive Director 10 DAVIDSON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Daron Hall, Sheriff 506 Second Avenue North Telephone: 615-862-8170 Nashville, TN 37201 Fax: 615-862-8188 April 12, 2011 Debbie Cairncross, Buyer Shelby County Government Purchasing Department 160 North Main Street, Suite 550 Memphis, Tennessee 38103 Letter of Reference/Recommendation for ABL Management, Inc, Ms. Cairncross, Since 1995, the Davidson County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) in Nashville, Tennessee has contracted its correctional food service operations with ABL Management. Initially, ABL Management only provided correctional food services to our downtown campus, which encompassed two stand-alone facilities and approximately 1000 offenders. Over past sixteen years, the Davidson County Sheriffs Office has grown; and now operates and manages five stand-alone facilities and nearly 3000 inmates which encompass adult male and female offenders as well as a juvenile population. As you may be aware, the Davidson County Sheriff Office is the only county-jail system in the country that is fully accredited through the American Jail Association (ACA) which includes our five stand-alone facilities, state-certified training academy, and administrative office. Nonetheless, ABL Management has been able to provide the capacity and resources that offer quality food service for our agency, in a cost-effective way, while operating under and meeting specific ACA standards as well as national correctional food service requirements. The DCSO and ABL effective working relationship/partnership has proven beneficial as we (DCSO) continue to strive for excellence and to become the leader in the field of corrections. ilkes, Chief of Corrections Davidson County Sheriff's Office P.O. Box 196383 Nashville, Tennessee 37219-6383 Accountability * Diversity * Integrity * Professionalism Management, ib: ™ AMERICAN CORRECTIONAL ASSOCIATION (ACA) ACCREDITATION ABL Management, Inc. successfully contributed to the American Correctional Association Accreditation of the Chatham County Sheriff's Complex in Chatham County, Georgia; CJC and CWC Davidson County Jails in Nashville, Tennessee and the Irwin Youth Development Center in Ocilla, Georgia. In addition, Mr. Appleton has supervised the successful Accreditation Process at five other local detention facilities. Accordingly, we would operate the Food Service Program at your facility according to American Correctional Association Accreditation Standards. ABL Management, Inc. will operate the Food Service Program at your facility in compliance with all national, state and local recognized standards for food delivery systems. ABL Management, Inc. will assist in obtaining ACA Accreditation for the Food Service Program, as part of Accreditation for the Department and Facility. ABL Management, Inc. will pay those costs normally assumed by the food service operation to be in compliance with ACA Standards. 12 rane i~ eee Management, a m CORRECTIONAL DIVISION EXPERIENCE AND REFERENCES Date Contract Signed: 07/01/01 187 Inmates plus Staff Levy County Jail 9150 North East 80" Avenue Bronson, Florida 32621 CONTACT: Captain Michael Sheffield (352) 486-5121 Mobile County Metro Jail 450 S. Emanuel Street Mobile, AL 36603 CONTACT: Ms. Renan Little (251-574-4700) Date Contract Signed: 4/01/06 1148 inmates plus Staff Date Contract Signed 07/01/99 508 Inmates plus Staff Houston County Jail 164 North Oates Street Dothan, Alabama 36302 CONTACT: Sheriff Andy R. Hughes (334) 677-4888 Date Contract Signed: 03/05/01 890 Inmates plus Staff Galveston County Jail 5700 Avenue H Galveston, Texas 77550 CONTACT: Chief Mike Henson, Director of Corrections (409) 766-2326 Sumter County Correctional Date Contract Signed: 11/01/95 Institute and Jail Jail — 156 Inmates plus Staff 346 McMath Mill Road Correction Institute — 304 Inmates plus Staff Americus, Georgia 31709 CONTACT: Sheriff Pete Smith (229) 928-4635 13 mu Management, Inc. PROJECT TEAM Mr. John Appleton, Chairman, President and CEO, overall decision maker for quick response to contract compliance during the opening of the facility. Ms. Sandee Scott, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer, oversees the delivery of needed supplies through our purchasing department and the development of needed forms for the operation. Mr. Roshon S. Cody, Vice President, visits the facility on an as need basis and monitors the progress of the transition. Mr. Mike Craft, Director of Operations, Visits the facility during the transition period, gives assistance to ABL staff when needed and reports to Corporate on the progress of the transition with special attention given to client satisfaction. Mr. Philip Bradshaw, District Manager, coordinates the overall operation working with the Bradley County facility staff and ABL Management personnel Ms. Sandra McDowell, Quality Control, visits the Okaloosa County facility to ensure compliance with ABL Management policies and procedures and the proper training of ABL Management staff. Mrs. Debbie Craft, RD, LD, Director of Nutrition and Medical Support, approves menus, works with the Medical Department and approves any menu changes making sure they are in compliance with all Federal, State and local requirements. 15 RESUME OF CHAIRMAN, PRESIDENT AND CEO JOHN D. APPLETON EXPERIENCE: 1990 - Present ABL Management, Inc. - Baton Rouge, Louisiana Chairman, President and CEO - Owner Responsible for the Corrections Market, dealing with law enforcement officials, overall control of budget, personnel, commissary operations, menu planning, profit and loss. 1982 - 1990 Creative Food Management, Inc. - Toledo, Ohio Director of Operations for Corrections Responsible for Correctional Division of 30 accounts nationwide, overall control of budget, personnel, commissary operations, menu planning, profit and loss. 1978 - 1982 Creative Food Management, Inc. - Toledo, Ohio District Manager - College Division Responsible for College Accounts, overall control of budget, personnel, menu planning, profit and loss. 1977 - 1978 McDonald's - Columbus, Ohio Manager Trainee Learning all aspects of fast food operations. EDUCATION: Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio Bliss Business College, Columbus, Ohio Wooster High School, Wooster, Ohio ORGANIZATIONS/ ACTIVITIES: Phi Theta Pi Awards Committee, N.S.A. American Correctional Association American Jail Association National Sheriffs' Association Buckeye State Sheriffs’ Association Florida Sheriffs’ Association Georgia Sheriffs' Association Louisiana Sheriffs' Association South Carolina Sheriffs' Association Texas Sheriffs' Association Tennessee Sheriffs’ Association Virginia Sheriffs’ Association North Carolina Sheriffs' Association 16 RESUME OF VICE PRESIDENT, SECRETARY & TREASURER SANDEE SCOTT EXPERIENCE: 2001 - Present 1995 — 2001 1986 — 1995 1983 — 1986 1982 — 1983 1981 — 1982 ABL Management, inc. — Baton Rouge, Louisiana Vice President Under the Chairman and President’s direction, plans organizes, directs and administers the activities of the Corporation, member of the senior management team, provides leadership for the development and implementation of corporate goals, participates in development and compliance of policies, procedures and services, analysis of every aspect of company’s activities, recommends profit improvement, cash management, financial accounting management. ABL Management, Inc. — Baton Rouge, Louisiana Comptroller Cost and profitability analysis, revenues/cash flow analysis and forecast, budgets, supervision, generate and analysis of all financial information, multi- state and federal regulation compliance, policy & procedure compliance. V/Gladieux Enterprises, Inc. — Toledo, Ohio Controller, Assistant to Vice President of Finance Oversaw all corporate accounting departments, coordinate accounting functions for twelve multi-million dollar companies, train corporate and marina personnel, cash management, financial statement preparation and analysis for marinas and food service operations, on sight location auditing all divisions, commissary programs, responsible for