DeSoto Hardee Highlands Okeechobee & Polk Counties

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1 Central Florida Regional Planning Council August 9, 2017 Warner University Ratzlaff Administration Building Board Room Hwy 27, Lake Wales, FL :30 a.m. CALL TO ORDER Chair Edie Yates Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Announcements AGENDA ITEM #1 PUBLIC COMMENTS Meeting Agenda AGENDA ITEM #2 COUNCIL ADMINISTRATION A. June14, 2017, Council Meeting Minutes B. July 2017 Financial Report Action Recommended: Approval Exhibit #2: A. Minutes (page 5) B. Financial Report will be distributed at the meeting. AGENDA ITEM #3 COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY (CEDS) The CFRPC serves as the Economic Development District and develops and maintains the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, which is a five-year plan for the region. The CEDS Committee has reviewed the draft plan which is ready for posting for public comment and submitting to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA). Action Recommended: Approve Draft CEDS for Public Comment and Submission to EDA Exhibit #3: Draft Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) (page13) DeSoto Hardee Highlands Okeechobee & Polk Counties CFRPC Agenda Package Page 1 of 39

2 AGENDA ITEM #4 RESOLUTION A POLK TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) JOINT PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT (JPA) A Resolution of the Central Florida Regional Planning Council authorizing the execution of the Polk TPO JPA. Action Recommended: Adopt Resolution A Exhibit #4: Resolution A (page 33) AGENDA ITEM #5 APPROVAL OF GRANT APPLICATION SUMBITTALS AND AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS AND ADMINISTER AGREEMENTS A. The Florida Defense Support Task Force (FDSTF) has announced the Request for Proposals for the FY Grant Funding Application. The FDSTF will consider providing resources for initiatives which directly support preserving, protecting and enhancing Florida s military installations. Action Recommended: 1. Authorize submittal of grant application for project related to the Avon Park Air Force Range Sentinel Landscape Program, and authorize Executive Director to execute and administer grant agreement if awarded grant. 2. Adopt Resolution B in support of FDSTF grant application. Exhibit #5A: Resolution B (page35) B. The Council anticipates an award for a FY 2017/18 Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant by the State of Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) Action Recommended: Approve contract with DEO and authorize Executive Director to execute and administer grant agreement if awarded grant. Exhibit #5B: Project Description and Deliverables (page 37) AGENDA ITEM #6 COMPETITIVE FLORIDA PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS COMPLETED CFRPC staff will report on projects recently completed for the City of Frostproof and the City of Polk City through the Competitive Florida Partnership program. Action Recommended: Information Only Exhibit: None CFRPC Agenda Package Page 2 of 39

3 AGENDA ITEM #7 FY 2017/18 COMMUNITY PLANNING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE GRANT AND COMPETITIVE FLORIDA PARTNERSHIP AWARDS Staff will provide an update regarding the State of Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) FY 17/18 Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant and Competitive Florida Partnership Awards in the Region. Action Recommended: Information only. Exhibit: None AGENDA ITEM #8 STATUS REPORT FOR THE HEARTLAND REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (HRTPO) Staff will brief the Council on activities of the six-county Heartland Regional Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO). Action Recommended: Information Only Exhibit: None AGENDA ITEM #9 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR S ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION The Council is charged with conducting a performance evaluation of the Executive Director each year. Evaluation forms were sent to each Council Member on July 12, Council members were asked to fill out the evaluation forms and mail them back in the postage paid envelope, or them. The results of those evaluation forms will be discussed at the meeting. Action Recommended: Decision of Council Exhibit: None AGENDA ITEM #10 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR S REPORT The Executive Director will report on the following items: A. FRCA July Policy Board Meeting B. Projects Update C. Awards and Recognitions Action Recommended: Information Only Exhibit #10: FRCA Monthly Report (page 39) AGENDA ITEM #11 OTHER BUSINESS A. Set date, time, and location for next meeting October 11, 2017, 9:30 a.m., Okeechobee County Courthouse, Board of County Commission Chambers. B. Other Business ADJOURN CFRPC Agenda Package Page 3 of 39

4 Warner University Ratzlaff Administration Building Board Room US 27, Lake Wales, FL Google Map: Once you turn into Warner University s campus from US 27, the Ratzlaff Administration Building will be the first red brick building on the left. Enter through the front door and you will be directed to the Board Room. Please be advised that if you desire to appeal any decisions made as a result of the above hearing or meeting, you will need a record of the proceedings and in some cases a verbatim record is required. You must make your own arrangements to produce this record (Florida Statute ). The Central Florida Regional Planning Council conducts business in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other nondiscrimination laws. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, familial, or income status. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities needing special accommodations to participate in this proceeding should contact Patricia M. Steed, Executive Director, 555 E. Church Street, Bartow, FL x 130 within two working days of receipt of this notification. If hearing impaired call: (TDD) or voice impaired call: via Florida Relay Service CFRPC Agenda Package Page 4 of 39

5 Exhibit 2A Central Florida Regional Planning Council June 14, 2017 CareerSource Heartland 5901 US Hwy 27 South, Suite 1, Sebring, FL Meeting Minutes Chair Edie Yates called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. Norman White offered the invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll was called with the following members present: Chair Commissioner Edie Yates, City of Lakeland Vice-Chair Commissioner Mike Thompson, Hardee County Jackie Tucker, DeSoto County Gubernatorial Appointee City Councilmember Susan Coker, City of Arcadia City Commissioner Neda Cobb, City of Wauchula Commissioner Don Elwell, Highlands County Mayor John Shoop, City of Sebring Donna Howerton, Highlands County Gubernatorial Appointee; Highlands County School Board Commissioner Bryant Culpepper, Okeechobee County Todd Miller, Hardee County Planning Director, Ex-officio Ben Dunn, Highlands County Development Services Director, Ex-officio Members absent: Commissioner Buddy Mansfield, DeSoto County City Commissioner, Mike O Connor, City of Okeechobee City Commissioner Pat Huff, City of Bartow and Ridge League of Cities City Commissioner, William Twyford, City of Winter Haven Commissioner Melony Bell, Polk County Hazel Sellers, Polk County Gubernatorial Appointee; Polk County School Board Jeff Kincart, Polk County Gubernatorial Appointee Earl Hahn, DeSoto County Planning Director, Ex-officio Laura Herrscher, Florida Department of Transportation, Ex-officio Elizabeth Libby Pigman, South Florida Water Management District, Ex-officio Mary Yeargan, Department of Environmental Protection, Ex-officio Cindy Rodriguez, Southwest Florida Water Management District, Ex-officio Bill Royce, Okeechobee County Planning Director, Ex-officio Tom Deardorff, Polk County Director of Growth Management, Ex-officio AGENDA ITEM #1 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments. June 14, 2017 Council Meeting Minutes CFRPC Agenda Package Page 5 of 39

6 Exhibit 2A AGENDA ITEM #2 COUNCIL ADMINISTRATION A. April 12, 2017, Council Meeting Minutes Chair Yates asked if there were any changes to the April 12, 2017 Council Meeting Minutes. MOTION There being none, Don Elwell moved to approve the Council Meeting Minutes as submitted. Jackie Tucker seconded. Motion carried unanimously. B. April 2017 Financial Report Pat Steed reviewed the Statement of Activities and Statement of Net Assets for the month ended May 31, MOTION Jackie Tucker moved to accept the May 31, 2017 Financial Report as presented. Howerton seconded. Donna Motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM #3 HIGHLANDS COUNTY ACTIVITIES REPORT June Fisher, Highlands County Administrator, reported on recent activities in Highlands County. She reported that Highlands County has a newly constructed 46,000 sq. ft. law enforcement facility, two new EMS Stations and one renovated EMS Station. Highlands County has started construction on the $12 million Istokpoga Marsh Water Impoundment area. They have transitioned their Economic Development efforts to be staffed by the County. Highlands County has initiated a Fire Assessment Study for fire service, and continuing their Used-Tire Buy-Back program. Highlands County is also moving to an automated curbside trash and recycling program. They are implementing additional options for the sale of county owned properties, moving Animal Control to the Sheriff s Office, and have purchased Lake Grassy property for future environmental mitigation. Discussion followed. AGENDA ITEM #4 RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE FINANCE COMMITTEE Pat Steed stated that the Finance Committee met on May 9, 2017 and reviewed the following items and recommended approval of the following budget items for consideration by the Council. June 14, 2017 Council Meeting Minutes CFRPC Agenda Package Page 6 of 39

7 A. Budget Amendment for FY Exhibit 2A Ms. Steed reviewed proposed amendments to Local, State and Federal Revenue. The amended total revenue was $3,849,113. She also reviewed the Council s corresponding expense budget. The proposed budget includes a $1,000 one-time incentive payment to each full-time, non-probationary employee, to be paid from the current budget year. There will be a surplus of revenue to go to fund balance which will be included in next year s budget to cover continuing work. MOTION Mike Thompson moved to approve the Budget Amendment for FY as presented. Donna Howerton seconded. Motion carried unanimously. B. Proposed FY Annual Budget Pat Steed reviewed the proposed Local, State and Federal Revenue anticipated for the FY Annual Budget. Total proposed revenue was $3,148,036. Ms. Steed reviewed the proposed expenses for FY , explaining any significant changes from the current year budget. She stated that the proposed budget includes a 2.5% cost of living increase for all full time staff. Total expenses were proposed at $3,148,036 which would create a balanced budget. MOTION Jackie Tucker moved to approve the Proposed FY Annual Budget as presented. Don Elwell seconded. Motion carried unanimously. C. Audit Engagement Letter Pat Steed presented the Council s proposed annual audit engagement letter with CliftonLarsonAllen. The fee for next year s audit is $23,200 which is a $700 increase from the current year, primarily due to the HRTPO program. The audit is scheduled to begin in July, 2017 and end in December, She stated that this is the fifth year of the contract with this auditing firm, and staff anticipates beginning the Request for Proposal (RFP) process next year. MOTION Donna Howerton moved to authorize the Chairman and the Executive Director to sign the Audit Engagement Letter as presented. John Shoop seconded. Motion carried unanimously. June 14, 2017 Council Meeting Minutes CFRPC Agenda Package Page 7 of 39

8 Exhibit 2A D. Staff Organizational Chart Pat Steed presented the organizational chart showing full and part-time staff positions for FY She stated that there were no changes to the organizational chart from last year. AGENDA ITEM #5 CERTIFICATION OF DESOTO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED (TD) LOCAL COORDINATING BOARD MEMBERSHIP Marcia Staszko, TD staff, presented a list of members of the DeSoto County Local Coordinating Board and stated that it is required to be certified by the Council on an annual basis. MOTION Don Elwell moved to approve the certification of the DeSoto County Local Coordinating Board as submitted. Mike Thompson seconded. Motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM #6 RESOLUTION FOR JOINT PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT (JPA) WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT) Marcia Staszko presented a resolution to accept funding through a JPA with the FDOT under the Section 5339 Program (Bus and Bus Facilities Formula Program) to support the Transportation Disadvantaged Program. The grant award is $93, for the procurement of two minivans and does not require matching funds. Discussion followed. MOTION Mike Thompson moved to adopt Resolution A and authorize the Executive Director to sign and administer the grant. Neda Cobb seconded. Motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM #7 UPDATE ON EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND PREPAREDNESS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS PROGRAMS Chuck Carter, Program Manager, reviewed the various programs he coordinates for the Council. The Hazardous Materials Management Plan is a document specific to each individual county that addresses a range of potential emergency situations and the appropriate measures to be implemented to minimize exposure through inhalation, ingestion, or direct exposure. This plan is required to be updated on a regular basis. June 14, 2017 Council Meeting Minutes CFRPC Agenda Package Page 8 of 39

9 Also, the Council is staff to the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) which is composed of emergency responders, from public and private sectors, within the fivecounty region. The group meets quarterly and is responsible for keeping the regional Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Plan up to date, as well as plan training scenarios. Mr. Carter explained that the Hazards Analysis contract is to conduct inspections of facilities that maintain Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHS) onsite, that are used in their daily business. This contract is for facility inspections in DeSoto, Hardee and Okeechobee Counties. The facilities that are inspected are mandated by the state. Mr. Carter stated that under the Small Quantity Generators (SQG) of Hazardous Waste program, staff conducts inspections of facilities in DeSoto, Hardee and Okeechobee Counties. Staff inspects 20% of each of the three counties facilities each year for five years, pointing out areas that can be improved upon in order for the facility to stay in compliance. If a gross violation is observed, staff will work with the facility to bring them back into compliance in an effort to avoid reporting the violation to DEP and incurring large fines for the facility. Highlands and Polk Counties operate their own inspection programs. SQG facilities are those that create hazardous waste as a product or a by-product of their business. The Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) contract with the state is used to plan and conduct training exercise scenarios and assist with emergency operations planning. HMEP exercise scenarios are required to include a hazardous material (HAZMAT) and a transportation component. Mr. Carter added that HMEP funds are used to sponsor Live Fire Training with fire departments in the region. Over 450 firefighters have been trained each year for the past several years. Chuck Carter reported that a HazMat Training Trailer is being considered for purchase which would provide training to firefighters in the region. Also, staff will be providing assistance and support to Polk County on the development of their planned Team Play Exercise. Pat Steed added that Emergency Preparedness not only applies to hurricanes but also applies to emergency evacuations due to wild fires or other disasters. The CFRPC supports the Statewide Regional Evacuation Study and plan that addresses how evacuations are planned and conducted. Discussion followed. AGENDA ITEM #8 LOCAL EMERGENCY PLANNING COMMITTEE (LEPC) CONTRACT FOR FY Exhibit 2A Pat Steed stated that this is a reoccurring contract to support the Central Florida LEPC. The Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) is comprised of first responders from June 14, 2017 Council Meeting Minutes CFRPC Agenda Package Page 9 of 39

10 cities and counties in the five-county region, as well as first responders from private businesses. The contract work will begin July 1, MOTION Mike Thompson moved to approve the LEPC Contract, authorize the Chairman s Signature and authorize the Executive Director to administer the Contract. John Shoop seconded. Motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM #9 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS (HMEP) CONTRACT MODIFICATION The Department of Emergency Management has issued a modification to extend the current HMEP Contract through December The modification requires Council authorization. MOTION Jackie Tucker moved to approve the HMEP Contract Modification as presented. Neda Cobb seconded. Motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM #10 CONTRACT WITH DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (DEM) FOR HAZARDS ANALYSIS (HA) SERVICES Pat Steed stated that this is a re-occurring contract, funded by the US Department of Transportation and passed down to the Council through the Florida Division of Emergency Management for Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness. MOTION John Shoop moved to authorize the Council Chairman to execute the agreement with DEM and the agreements with the Counties, and authorize the Executive Director to administer the Contract. Donna Howerton seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Exhibit 2A AGENDA ITEM #11 UPDATE ON THE HEARTLAND REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (HRTPO) Pat Steed stated that staff continues to develop required projects to meet deadlines. One of the current large projects is the Congestion Management study. Consultant services have been working on that project, the CAC and TAC have reviewed it and it will be presented to the HRTPO Board at their June 21, 2017 meeting for adoption. Also, staff is June 14, 2017 Council Meeting Minutes CFRPC Agenda Package Page 10 of 39

11 in the process of developing a Transit Development Plan (TDP) for Highlands County and developing a new Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). More information regarding the HRTPO can be found at AGENDA ITEM #12 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR S REPORT A. Legislative Update Pat Steed reported that during special session the Legislature passed a bill regarding medical marijuana. She distributed information regarding each jurisdiction in the region and its status on Medical Marijuana moratorium and their Land Development Regulations (LDR) Enabling Ordinance status as of June 12, She stated that each jurisdiction has the option to band Medical Marijuana facilities. If a jurisdiction chooses to allow Medical Marijuana facilities, there are certain restrictions, which she reviewed. Questions and discussion followed. Ms. Steed also reported on the legislation to sunset the Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRA), saying that bill did not pass. She also reported that the 5G Cell Tower bill did get approved. Questions and discussion followed. B. Projects Update Ms. Steed distributed information regarding local governments status of new Airport Zoning requirements. She also reported on the WaterWise Expo which Council staff assisted with on Saturday, June 10 in Polk City along with SWFWMD, IFAS, Polk County, One Florida and Emergency Management. This Expo was an effort to inform the public regarding water saving measures, mosquito control, and hurricane preparedness. Ms. Steed reported that the office landscaping recently had a sprucing up by replacing some of the dead planting with more Florida friendly plants, and repairing irrigation as needed. Ms. Steed stated that the Florida Planning and Zoning Association recently held there annual meeting and two statewide awards were given out, and the CFRPC received two of the awards. One was for the Greater Auburndale Joint Planning Area Overlay District Land Development Regulations (LDR), and the second award was for the Sebring Airport Encouragement Zone/Spring Lake Mixed Use Development Area Overlay. C. FRCA Update Pat Steed presented the May 2017 Monthly Activity Report from the Florida Regional Councils Associated (FRCA). She added that the (FRCA) Policy Board meeting is scheduled for June 30, 2017 in West Palm Beach in conjunction with the Florida Association of Counties. AGENDA ITEM #13 OTHER BUSINESS Ms. Steed thanked CareerSource Heartland for the use of their facility. Exhibit 2A June 14, 2017 Council Meeting Minutes CFRPC Agenda Package Page 11 of 39

12 Jackie Tucker stated that she thought their facility and location was outstanding. Exhibit 2A The next meeting was scheduled for August 9, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Polk County. The venue will be announced once it is determined There being no further business, the meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Edith L. Yates, Chair June 14, 2017 Council Meeting Minutes June 14, 2017 Council Meeting Minutes CFRPC Agenda Package Page 12 of 39

13 Exhibit 3 COMPREHENSIVE Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) 2017 Economic Development District serving DeSoto Hardee Highlands Okeechobee Polk CFRPC Agenda Package Page 13 of 39

14 Exhibit 3 DRAFT COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY 2017 CENTRAL FLORIDA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT SERVING DESOTO, HARDEE, HIGHLANDS, OKEECHOBEE, AND POLK COUNTIES United States Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration Atlanta Regional Office Suite W Peachtree St, NW Atlanta, GA Central Florida Regional Planning Council 555 E Church St., Bartow, FL This document has been prepared with financial assistance from the U.S. Economic Development Administration CFRPC Agenda Package Page 14 of 39

15 Exhibit 3 Florida Polytechnic University, Polk County Table of Contents Background and Key Regional Issues 3 Goals and Objectives 7 Target Industry Clusters 10 Opportunity and Investment Areas 13 For more information on the contents of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, please view the CEDS Data Document at cfrpc.org/ceds CFRPC Agenda Package Page 15 of 39

16 Exhibit 3 Guide economic growth A Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) is an ongoing planning process that requires participation and input from both the public and private sectors, along with the communities of a region. The CEDS is designed to guide economic growth by fostering a more stable and diversified economy, to assist in the creation of jobs, and thereby improve the quality of life in Desoto, Hardee, Highlands, Okeechobee, and Polk counties. Assist in the creation of jobs The development of the CEDS is guided by the CEDS Committee. The Committee is comprised of representatives of both the public and private sectors. Improve the quality of life CFRPC Agenda Package Todd Parker Sean Malott Douglas Conner Donna Doubleday Terry Burroughs Tim Texley Taylor Benson Mike Willingham Tara Jeffries Mandy Hines Bruce Lyon Raymond Royce Rae Dowling John Gurney Bill Lambert Gene Conrad Jerry Miller Arr Maz Custom Chemicals, Inc. Central Florida Development Council Clear Springs Land Co. CareerSource Heartland FHERO (Florida s Heartland Economic Region of Opportunity) Century Link Highlands County Economic Development (IDA/EDC) Sebring Airport Authority South Florida State College (Farmworker Career Development) DeSoto County Economic Development Winter Haven Economic Development Council Heartland Agricultural Coalition and Town of Lake Placid Council Florida Power & Light Okeechobee Chamber of Commerce Board Hardee County Economic Development Lakeland Linder Regional Airport Duke Energy Page 16 of 39

17 Exhibit 3 Next Generation Solar Energy Center, DeSoto County BACKGROUND AND KEY REGIONAL ISSUES The Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) analyzes the regional economy and creates a road map to economic diversity through private sector investment and job creation. The CEDS is developed in alignment with regional and state principles, primarily guided by: > > Heartland 2060: Building a Resilient Region ( which is the Heartland region s long term vision plan for economic diversity and resiliency. > > The Florida Chamber s Six Pillars ( which strategically plans for Florida s future. > > The Florida Chamber s Florida 2030 Project ( which is designing a blueprint for Florida s future through engagement with business and community leaders in each county. > > Florida s Strategic Plan For Development, the State of Florida s first statewide vision for economic development. Some of the economic development issues in the region include: > > The need to diversify the region s economy for long term stability and prosperity; > > The need to build a skilled workforce and increase average wages; > > The need for greater infrastructure planning and capital commitment; and > > The need for sufficient resources, particularly for rural economic development. 9,031 new jobs are needed in the Heartland of Florida by 2030 Source: TheFloridaScorecard.org, Florida Chamber Foundation Yes 27% What the community said: No 73% Is your community and region positioned for global competition, economic diversification, prosperity and high wage jobs of tomorrow, and vibrant and sustainable communities? 2017 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 17 of 39

18 Exhibit 3 Population The region s population continues to grow, primarily due to in-migration, and with a growing population, there may be opportunity to expand the labor supply and bring new talent into the region. Additionally, the growing diversity of the population adds potential to the bilingual workforce. However, the region has a significant aging population as well, which means members of the workforce are aging out of the job market creating a shortage of skilled labor in local businesses and industries. The region also continues to struggle with its youth migrating out of the region for employment or educational purposes. 852, Estimated Region Population DESOTO HARDEE HIGHLANDS OKEECHOBEE POLK Employment FLORIDA DESOTO HARDEE HIGHLANDS OKEECHOBEE POLK The region s economy has adapted to change in the past, having shown its ability to expand the service sector while moving away from the declining natural resources industry. However, employment in the region s traditional industries has in some cases continued to decline, and overall unemployment continues to be higher than the State average. The region should prepare to offer a workforce that has the skills necessary to adapt to rapidly growing or new employment sectors, as diversification of the economy and industries continues. Housing Home ownership rates in the region are above state and national rates, as home prices have fallen and housing has become more affordable in the region. Home values have fallen and median housing values are below the state values. However, the difficulty in securing mortgage funding has continued to suppress the production and availability of housing in the region. There is particularly a shortage of rental housing in some areas of the region. An ongoing additional concern in the region is the number of mobile homes, which are vulnerable to extreme weather events. 52.6% said the affordability of housing was a weakness, and getting worse FLORIDA DESOTO Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy HARDEE HIGHLANDS OKEECHOBEE CFRPC Agenda Package Page 18 of 39 POLK

19 Wages and Income Wages and per capita income in the region continue to lag behind state and national averages. This results in a high poverty rate throughout the region. Although low wages may be attractive to some potential employers, poverty rates may continue to rise as wages in those markets do not increase. In order to increase the availability of high skill high wage jobs, the economy must be diversified. $48,270 $40,054 $41,509 $36,309 Exhibit 3 $42,821 $44,249 FLORIDA DESOTO Transportation HARDEE Community members said our transportation is a... Weakness and Getting Worse 28% Strength and Improving 19% Weakness but Improving 46% HIGHLANDS OKEECHOBEE Strength but Weakening 7% POLK FLORIDA DESOTO HARDEE The region s central location within the Florida peninsula gives it high potential to continue to grow as an intermodal transportation hub. Coordinating transportation planning with land use planning can improve local economies as well as quality of life. The region contains Heartland corridors of statewide importance transportation and an extensive freight rail infrastructure includes: network. However, some parts of the roadway network do not meet current transportation needs, which can decrease the attractiveness of sites for economic development. HIGHLANDS OKEECHOBEE POLK 12 General aviation airports 4 Amtrak stations 1,628 miles of state & US highways 490 miles of railroad track Education and Workforce The Central Florida region shares workforce development issues with most other rural areas. The region s workforce is characterized by low graduation rates and high outmigration of young students and workers to urban and scholastic centers. Businesses, especially in high-tech fields, are often challenged to find well-trained administrative, management, and even entry-level employees. A major step forward for workforce development has been the inclusion of relevant training in K-12 and community college curricula to provide technical training in fields that do not require degrees. FLORIDA DESOTO HARDEE HIGHLANDS Community members said our talent pipeline is... A Weakness but Improving 67% OKEECHOBEE A Weakness & Getting Worse 17.8% A Strength but Weakening 10.2% POLK A Strength & Improving 4.6% 2017 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 19 of 39

20 Exhibit 3 Infrastructure The region s infrastructure would require updating or expanding, in order to support certain economic development activities. Although slower development of land allows local governments to plan appropriately for land use, utilities, and transportation infrastructure to meet the needs of future economic and population growth, emerging technologies may be delayed, resulting in decreased attractiveness of potential development sites. Additionally, some utility systems throughout the region are underfunded and underdeveloped, and Broadband continues to be unavailable in many parts of the region. Water Resources Water resources, both for economic development and general 42.8% development use, will be a major challenge facing both the state said our water and this region in the coming decades. Conserving water, developing infrastructure alternative sources, and reusing water resources will be important was a weakness, elements in the economic development of the region. Wildfire hazard but improving and fire management are also key elements in natural resources planning in the region, as wildfires occur every year, and are more prevalent during droughts. Preservation and restoration of natural habitats and ecosystems and programing water quality will give rise to increased opportunities for ecotourism. As the coastal areas of the state become saturated with population, and the cost of developing and residing along the coasts continues to rise, the Central Florida region may become more attractive for population and economic development. The region s resources provide a natural location for the next wave of growth but require water supply planning and conservation measures to ensure water will be available to meet growth. Land Use Diversification of the regional economy is dependent upon suitable land use for a variety of industries, businesses, and agricultural support facilities as well as institutional, governmental, and residential-support uses. To ensure this is not a hurdle, a variety of future land use categories are appropriate. A local Industrial 0.6% Mining 3% Commercial 1% Multifamily 0.4% Utilities and Transportation 4% Public 18% Single- Family 8% Other 6% Agriculture 59% government comprehensive plan that supports future land uses and infrastructure to support those land uses while avoiding unnecessary encroachment upon natural systems will provide opportunities for economic prosperity. The 30 local governments in the EDD all maintain Comprehensive Plans addressing land use Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Economic Resiliency The region has suffered various disruptions in its economy over time. Whether storm damage creates a loss of infrastructure and housing or prevents businesses from operating while residents and workers are displaced, it disrupts the economy. When disruptions in an industry occur, such as citrus diseases, related sectors of agriculture are also impacted. When top employers are unable to recruit skilled workers, industry clusters are disrupted creating job loss. Diversifying the economy with traditional and emerging industries, adopting post disaster recovery plans and flexible regulations, and ensuring a continuously trained workforce, are all crucial to economic resilience CFRPC Agenda Package Page 20 of 39

21 Exhibit 3 South Florida Avenue Complete Streets Charrette, Polk County GOALS & OBJECTIVES The goals and objectives of the CEDS were developed by using the foundations of Heartland 2060: Building a Resilient Region, the Florida Strategic Plan for Economic Development, the Florida Chamber s Florida 2030, and the Six Pillars of Florida s Future Economy. These documents establish a clear vision for Florida s private and public sectors, and for Central Florida s Heartland Region to guide a strong future economy. As the region seeks economic diversification, it seeks to ensure preservation of our unique values, a mix of urban and rural lifestyles, and good stewardship of our natural resources while supporting growth and development in our communities. The goals and objectives were sorted into categories, to provide consistency with the Six Pillars. The performance measures which can be found in the Data Document at cfrpc.org/ceds are used to measure the success of the goals and objectives also sorted by the Six Pillars. Those pillars are: >> >> >> >> >> >> Talent Supply and Education The foundation for growth and success is a talented workforce Infrastructure and Growth Leadership Infrastructure preparedness for long term growth Innovation and Economic Development Creation of an environment for innovators to thrive Business Climate and Competitiveness Provide resources for businesses to start and grow Civic and Governance Systems Cultivating leaders, engaging youth, promote participation in civic affairs Quality of Life and Quality Places Encourage and create opportunities for prosperity 2017 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 21 of 39

22 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Exhibit 3 Talent Supply & Education Provide sufficient funding and encourage flexibility to allow regional stakeholders to address local needs in education, training and workforce development. > > Adequate funding shall be available to provide education and training. > > Attract and develop a sufficiently skilled workforce to meet future employment demands. Ensure educational systems and workforce training to support innovation and creativity. > > Review policies and rules to identify barriers to innovation and creativity in schools. > > Become a leader in providing resources to support workforce training and skill development programs. Infrastructure & Growth Leadership Develop transportation systems to support a prosperous, globally competitive economy while minimizing impacts to the natural environment. > > Establish hubs for global, national, and state distribution through development and implementation of a multimodal, interconnected transportation system in the region. > > Ensure that growth and infrastructure are planned with natural resources protection. > > Support and promote the growing Aviation-Centric Employment Centers. Develop a strong export economy. > > Complete a logistics study for filling empty containers to increase exports. > > Develop a distribution network of hubs that connect to global markets and complement existing networks. Maintain regional economic resilience strategies to mitigate adverse impacts to local economy as the result of housing and infrastructure loss (including broadband) due to a significant storm event, and assist local governments with economic resilience strategies. Innovation & Economic Development Provide funding for ongoing economic development activities. > > Establish funding mechanisms for ongoing economic development activities. Provide technical assistance and use new technology to promote job growth. > > Develop technical assistance programs to support new technology. Build seamless information technology infrastructure. > > Develop projects that support information technology infrastructure. Support location of bio-medical life science facilities consistent with the Catalyst Project. > > Complete all infrastructures necessary to support the Catalyst project. > > Expand the number of key educational resources and medical support staff to build support for a global medical treatment center. Encourage alternative energy and green product industries. > > Use clean energy to drive economic development and increase energy related employment. > > Export power produced by renewable energy in the region to the state s coastal grids. Diversify the economy with traditional and emerging industries. > > Promote economic resilience through business retention and expansion programs of both traditional and emerging industries Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 22 of 39

23 Exhibit 3 Business Climate & Competitiveness Encourage local governments to adopt streamlined development approval procedures to support competitiveness through resilience. > > Identify current development approval procedures in local governments that may be streamlined. > > Adopt land development regulations which provide for temporary accommodations and flexible regulations to ensure businesses return to operation quickly after natural and man-made disasters. Create a regional data collection repository by industry and county. > > Monitor CEDS Performance Measures. Develop projects and programs that support existing and new business. > > Develop vertical and horizontal integration of key industries, including expanding manufacturing and research in the region. Increase investment in business development and placement in the region. > > Support outreach promoting the region s target industries including Agriculture. Civic & Governance Systems Improve coordination of economic development, land use, infrastructure, water and natural resource decision making. > > Coordinate local government comprehensive planning and regional strategic planning with capital improvement projects to further regional goals. > > Collaborate to improve emergency and non-emergency medical transportation, retain > > and expand existing healthcare facilities specifically in rural areas, and provide incentives to attract healthcare providers (physicians and facilities). Improve public/private/civic cooperation, collaboration, and communication of the region s economic strategies. > > Cooperate on a regional communications, marketing, and programming plan to strengthen and promote a sense of regional identity, expand opportunities, and increase youth retention. Maintain regional evacuation plans and assist local governments with evacuation planning. Quality of Life & Quality Places Protect natural resources to support quality environment and ecotourism. > > Provide for connectivity of targeted conservation and preservation lands on both public and private lands. > > Increase conservation lands by implementing local government incentives through comprehensive plan provisions, tax incentives, and other innovative programs to encourage landowners to participate in conservation programs. Develop projects that improve the region s quality of life. > > Integrate alternative modes of travel, including walkability, into new and existing communities. > > Ensure access to high quality health care, including primary, specialty, and ancillary services. Develop and maintain strategies for emergency and temporary housing. > > Provide access to short-term emergency shelters, longer-term temporary housing, and additional rental units for coastal evacuees and local residents in the event of significant and long-term storm effects. > > Adopt implementing regulations in the land development regulations and/or Code of Ordinances to address postdisaster residential and non-residential accommodations for each jurisdiction Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 23 of 39

24 Exhibit 3 Highlands County TARGET INDUSTRY CLUSTERS Energy Agriculture Agriculture Business & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Manufacturing Research, Technology, & Creative Industries Tourism & Ecotourism Logistics, Supply Chain, & Distribution Aviation Life Sciences & Health Care Business Services Target Clusters are groups of businesses or industries within a geographic area that are similar in products, services, labor needs, or supply chains. Typically, clusters increase the productivity needed to compete nationally and/or globally. The CEDS Committee has recommended 5 target clusters and 6 sub-clusters for the 2017 CEDS. The cluster map above shows the relationships between target clusters, with the overlapping circles indicating those clusters that are significantly interconnected. The target clusters are consistent with the economic planning and initiatives within the five counties of the region Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 24 of 39

25 Exhibit 3 Agriculture & Agriculture Business & Technology Agriculture is one of the traditional industries of the region. The primary industries are cattle farming and citrus, which has been undergoing a decline due to diseases reducing citrus production. Because of the need to transport the products of the region s agricultural industries to a global market, agriculture is closely linked to Logistics. This cluster also contains the sub-cluster of Agriculture Business and Technology (which is also linked to Manufacturing). As agricultural technologies continue to develop, new opportunities to improve the efficiency, productivity, and sustainability of agriculture will arise. This cluster is also linked to the Tourism and Ecotourism cluster because of the region s agricultural heritage and resources, and the opportunities to link both activities. Life Sciences & Health Care Life Sciences and Health Care are already top employers throughout the region, and stand to see strong gains consistently in the future. This industry cluster overlaps with the Research, Technology and Creative Industries industry cluster because of the close connection between the life sciences and the research and development of new technologies. Logistics, Supply Chain, & Distribution Manufacturing & Advanced Manufacturing The region is gaining importance in the field of Logistics. Two major transportation freight corridors pass through the region: US 27, a major highway connecting the Miami area to the Central Florida area; and Interstate 4 in the far north of the region, connecting the Tampa Bay and Orlando metro area. With the opening of the CSX Integrated Logistics Center in Winter Haven and the progress of Americas Gateway Logistics Center south of the region in Glades County, the region is becoming a major logistics hub. The Logistics industry is intertwined with the Manufacturing industry cluster, which requires transportation of both input and output materials. Although employment in Manufacturing has experienced fluctuation in the region in recent years, this remains a key cluster. Manufacturing is linked to the sub-clusters of Agriculture Business and Technology and Advanced Manufacturing (which is also linked to the cluster of Research, Technology, and Creative Industries) because of the opportunities to manufacture goods available through new technology. Since the input materials and end products of manufacturing must be transported, this cluster also overlaps with Logistics. Research, Technology, & Creative Industries Research, Technology, and Creative industries continues to be a rising industry in the region. Significant regional assets include the Polk Commerce Center, a mixed-use development near Auburndale in Polk County, and the new Florida Polytechnic University campus near the interchange of Interstate 4 and the Polk Parkway. Other notable institutions are the Florida Industrial and Phosphate Research Institute in Polk County and Archbold Biological Station, an ecological research organization in Highlands County. This cluster overlaps with the Life Sciences & Healthcare cluster because of the close connection between the life sciences and the research and development of new technologies, and with the Advanced Manufacturing sub-cluster because of the close relationship between research and manufacturing specialized goods or materials with the benefit of new technologies Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 25 of 39

26 Exhibit 3 Tourism & Ecotourism The region s most prominent tourism sites include LEGOLAND Florida Resort and Bok Tower Gardens in Polk County. Traditional tourism still plays a large role in the regional economy. However, in recent years ecotourism has become an important part of the tourism economy, with Lake Okeechobee as the largest ecotourism destination in the region. The region s unique natural features and large amounts of open space offer great potential for ecotourism. The region is home to more than 550 lakes, as well as The Lake Wales Ridge, which is home to a globally unique ecosystem, and many trails, parks, and nature preserves, including Circle B Bar Reserve. Ecotourism related to the unique natural resources in the region is becoming more prominent, with residents and visitors taking advantage of the hiking, fishing, and birdwatching opportunities throughout, as well as resorts and golf courses developed around the natural resources and the special opportunities they provide. The Tourism & Ecotourism industry cluster overlaps with the Agriculture cluster because of the opportunities presented by the region s agricultural heritage and resources; for example, the region hosts regular rodeos and is home to a number of ranch resorts, offering fishing and hunting opportunities. Business Services Business Services has been a major employment industry in the region for a number of years, and that trend is expected to continue. The state of Florida hosts a significant number of professional and technical business service companies and that is reflected in the Central Florida region. The region has a strong CareerSource presence which connects employers to the talent needed for this industry cluster. The Business Services cluster is not shown as connected to any other target industry but Is intertwined with all clusters. Aviation Aviation is emerging as an important industry cluster in the region. There are currently nine general public airports throughout the region, providing goods movement and private passenger travel, and including several smaller private airports. The Sebring Multimodal Logistics Center contains a 2,000 acre Business Park and a Foreign Trade Zone, and houses a variety of tenants including several in aviation. The Lakeland Linder Regional Airport houses tenants in aviation and defense contracting, as well as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The Aviation industry cluster is connected to the Logistics, Supply Chain, and Distribution cluster because as we look to the future, airports will likely be an integral part of that cluster. Energy Energy generation to produce electricity continues to be a growing part of the regional economy. There are currently 20 power producing plants using either natural gas or coal, one that uses steam, and one that runs on the waste byproducts of a landfill. A major new natural gas plant has just completed all regulatory approvals and will utilize the new natural gas transmission line which traverses portions of Okeechobee and Polk Counties. With five solar fields and many more planned, traditional and alternative energy production and distribution will continue to grow Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 26 of 39

27 Exhibit 3 Lake Okeechobee, Okeechobee County OPPORTUNITY AND INVESTMENT AREAS Opportunity and investment areas in the region are identified based on compatibility with the CEDS goals and the Six Pillars, and are expected to make a future impact on the regional or local economy based on the suitability and marketability of the site; or, because of the investment that has already been made on the site. As projects are considered for public funding opportunities, priority will be given to those that are compatible with the goals of the CEDS and are aligned with the Six Pillars. Priority projects impact the regional economy in terms of job creation for the local or regional populace, or as catalysts for future development. Completed projects that are viewed as catalysts for additional future development and employment may also be identified as ongoing opportunities and investments in the region. No 14% Yes 86% What the community said: Are you optimistic about Florida s future? 2017 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 27 of 39

28 Exhibit 3 DeSoto County DeSoto County G. Pierce Wood Memorial Hospital Complex/Business Park The former G. Pierce Wood Memorial Hospital Complex consists of 803 acres with approximately 80 existing buildings, air hangers, and a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) permitted grass air-strip. The property was formerly a federal air base, and subsequently a mental health facility and juvenile justice facility; the latter closed in Site visits were conducted by FHERO, the DeSoto County EDO, and the Florida Polytechnic University in an effort to develop a list of appropriate uses and private interest in the site s redevelopment. Preliminary marketing plans are being developed, and further legislative initiatives are anticipated with regard to the site s long-term use. Carlstrom Field (Now G. Pierce Wood Memorial Hospital Complex/Business Park ), DeSoto County Hardee County TechRiver Technology Park The TechRiver Technology Park is the result of the Hardee County IDA s effort to promote the growth of the technology industry in the Central Florida Region. The building was purchased and renovated by the IDA. The site has 500 MGS of broadband, and a multitude of power supplied from the grid, substation, and generator, making it virtually impossible to lose power. TechRiver is home to startups and small businesses, and offers entrepreneurship classes and workshops to the community in order to attract new talent and create jobs for the region s residents. The campus also features community co-working areas used for collaboration. TechRiver s future partners include Microsoft, Oracle, HP, and Cisco. TechRiver University, is located in the Technology Park off of US 17 in Wauchula. Highlands County Hardee County Commerce Park The Hardee County Commerce Park is a 160-acre shovelready manufacturing and light industrial incentivized development located in north central Hardee County. It is fully supplied with all utilities, including broadband availability. It is managed by the Hardee County Industrial Development Authority. The Commerce Park also houses a Sheriff s Office Substation. The Park is within close proximity to rail as well as two major highways, making the location ideal for goods and supply movement. TechRiver Technology Park, Hardee County Sebring Multimodal Logistics Center and Business Park The purpose of the RAO (Rural Area of Opportunity) Catalyst Project is to target future industries, locate regional catalyst sites, and improve the sites to meet industry or target company needs, making each site a credible economic asset. Sites must be shovel-ready, infrastructure-ready, and readily developable. The Sebring Regional Airport (now the Sebring Multimodal Logistics Center) and Business Park property was selected as a catalyst site, and houses a 2,000-acre business park. Tenants include manufacturing and production businesses, aerospace, and RAO Catalyst Project multimodal activities to include air, roads, and rail. In addition, the planned extension of one of the runways will reduce or eliminate load limitations and allow the airport to be marketed to larger aircraft. The entire footprint of the airport is a designated Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), making it attractive to importers/exporters and site locating. The complex also includes a fuel tank farm, adjacent industrial park, hotel, and Sebring International Raceway Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 28 of 39

29 Okeechobee County Okeechobee Commerce Center/Okeechobee County Airport Area The Okeechobee Commerce Center is a 124 acre industrial park owned by the City of Okeechobee. It sits next to the CSX rail line and is located near US 441. The Commerce Center has full infrastructure on the site, including high speed internet. Included in this opportunity area is the Okeechobee County Airport and Industrial Park, located in unincorporated Okeechobee County. The airport consists of 852 acres, including the airfield and the Industrial Park. Easy access to the airport is available from US 98 and US 441. The Industrial Park is home to several active businesses as well as a County-owned Incubator consisting of three 4,500 square foot bays. Polk County Polk Gateway The Gateway Area in Polk County centers around the Central Florida Intermodal Logistics Center (or CSX ILC). Properties include Clear Springs, a sector plan with approved industrial and research and development entitlements for over 17 million square feet. It also includes CSX land surrounding the ILC, with over 1,800 acres of industrial and business park future land use that lies within this key logistics center area. The facility provides a centralized hub for transportation, logistics and distribution serving Orlando, Tampa and other regional Florida markets. The 318-acre intermodal terminal has capacity to process up to 300,000 containers a year and is designed for scalable expansion as freight volumes continue to grow. The development is expected to have a $10 billion economic impact over ten years. Near the Polk Gateway area is the Lake Wales Commerce and Technology Park, a 25-acre site two miles south of Lake Wales along US-27. Originally a public-private partnership, the Park is now privately owned and is currently home to Merlin, the parent company to Exhibit 3 Central Florida Intermodal Logistics Center, Polk County LEGOLAND Florida Resort, as well as a winery and an equipment manufacturing company. The Park is ideal for light manufacturing, distribution, or other diverse industries as a large investment was made to provide infrastructure including roads and utilities to the site. Florida Polytechnic University/Polk Commerce Center Area Florida Polytechnic University is the state s newest university, and the only public polytechnic university in the state. The university collaborates with high-tech corporate organizations to assist with research and provide internship opportunities. Partners include Microsoft, Lockheed Martin, Cisco, and Mosaic. The University also has a partnership with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). Included in the Opportunity area is the Polk Commerce Center, just east of the University, where infrastructure is in place to accommodate business park growth. The area includes SunTrax, a research, development, and testing facility for emerging transportation technologies; and the Florida Industrial and Phosphate Research Institute (FIPR). Lakeland Linder Regional Airport/West Lakeland Area Located in Polk County, the Lakeland Linder Regional Airport is comprised of 1,742 acres, 1 million square feet of leasable space, and more than 250 acres available for development. The airport currently houses tenants in aviation and defense contracting, as well as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). It is also the home of Sun n Fun International Fly-In and Expo, the Central Florida Aerospace Academy, and Polk State College Aerospace. A new intermodal center will provide for shipment of products nationwide and globally. West Lakeland is home to a growing logistics industry with over 7 million square feet allocated for logistics Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 29 of 39

30 Exhibit 3 Sebring Regional Airport, Highlands County Central Florida Region Impact Americas Gateway in Glades County & Airglades Airport in Hendry County Americas Gateway Logistics Center will be a master-planned, mixed-use, integrated logistics center comprising 770 acres near Moore Haven in Glades County, and will include advanced manufacturing operations, distribution centers, an intermodal center, and other transportation/logistics and service-related facilities. The Center will serve as an export and import hub for emerging markets in Latin America as well as Asian markets via the Port of Miami, Port Everglades, Port Manatee, Port of Palm Beach, and international airports including the developing Airglades Airport proposed to be a cargo hub in Hendry County. Although not located in the EDD s region, this project will impact the entire Central Florida area. Regionwide Energy Investments & Opportunities Investment in energy continues to increase in the region. The region has considerable potential for the production of solar energy given the area s many annual hours of sunshine, and has an abundance of compatible land for solar as well as other types of energy production, especially with the suitability of certain agricultural crops with some types of energy production. The DeSoto Next Generation Solar Energy Center, operated by Florida Power and Light, opened in October 2009 as the largest solar photovoltaic plant in the country. The City of Lakeland in Polk County is home to five Solar Farms. Additionally, in Okeechobee, Florida Power & Light will build and operate the Okeechobee Clean Energy Center, which will be a high-efficiency power-generating facility fueled by clean natural gas. Fort Meade in Polk County is home to Renewable Energy Group s demonstration plant, which produces biodiesel by fermenting renewable cellulosic sugars from sources such as agricultural waste. Planning continues for alternative fuel projects in Highlands County as United States EnviroFuels, LLC. is currently in the process of developing a 20 million gallon per year sugar based ethanol plant, using sweet sorghum as the primary feedstock, and sugar cane when sorghum isn t available. U.S. EcoGen, LLC, has plans to develop a biomass electricity generation facility in Fort Meade, Polk County. The location is ideal due to its size, location, and competitively priced agricultural lands for growing biomass fuel Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy CFRPC Agenda Package Page 30 of 39

31 Exhibit 3 More information on the contents of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy for Central Florida may be found in the CEDS Data Document at cfrpc.org/ceds including: Regional Economic Development >>Florida 2030 Community Survey - Town Hall Meetings Economic Resilience >>Action Plan Strategies >>CEDS Committee State and Local Economic Development Plans Performance Measures (Six Pillars) & Monitoring >>Average Annual Wage >>High School Graduation Rates >>Gross Domestic Product >>Bed Tax Collections >>Trade Export >>Population Counts and Projections >>Populations Estimates >>Annual Building Permits >>Vehicle Miles Traveled per Lane Mile >>Average Annual Unemployment Rates >>Employment by Industry >>Wages by Industry >>Registered Nonprofit Organizations (501(c)(3) only) >>Per Capita Income >>House Cost Index >>Persons Living in Poverty Shift-Stare Analysis Location Quotient Analysis CFRPC Agenda Package Cover artwork was designed in part by Freepik Page 31 of 39

32 Exhibit 3 Central Florida Regional Planning Council 555 E Church St., Bartow, FL cfrpc.org/ceds CFRPC Agenda Package Page 32 of 39

33 Exhibit 4 RESOLUTION A A RESOLUTION OF THE CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING OF THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION AND REVIEW AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COORDINATION JOINT PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT A RESOLUTION of the Central Florida Regional Planning Council authorizing the execution of the Joint Participation Agreement (JPA). WHEREAS, the Polk TPO is a transportation planning organization covering Polk County, Florida; and is the duly designated and constituted agency responsible for the continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive transportation planning process within the metropolitan planning area; and WHEREAS, the Florida Statutes require MPOs/TPOs to execute agreements with the regional intergovernmental coordination and review agencies and also with the operators of public transportation systems. WHEREAS, this JPA consolidates these two required agreements into one JPA; and WHEREAS, the Intergovernmental Coordination and Review and Public Transportation Coordination JPA describes the process for coordination of Polk TPO planning and programming activities and also defines the process for fulfilling the clearinghouse requirements for federally funded activities; and WHEREAS, the Intergovernmental Coordination and Review and Public Transportation Coordination JPA establishes the cooperative relationship between the Polk TPO, the FDOT, the Central Florida Regional Planning Council, Polk Transit Authority, the Lakeland Area Mass Transit District, and the Bartow Municipal Airport Development Authority; and WHEREAS, the RPCs are typically the intergovernmental coordination and review agencies, the Central Florida Regional Planning Council (CFRPC) has responsibilities that include the Polk County planning area boundaries, the CFRPC is a signatory to this agreement; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL: 1. That the Intergovernmental Coordination and Review and Public Transportation Coordination JPA is approved CFRPC Agenda Package Page 33 of 39

34 Exhibit 4 2. That the Executive Director is authorized to enter into, modify or terminate the JPA, unless specifically rescinded. DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 9 TH DAY OF AUGUST, CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL By: Edith L. Yates, Chair ATTEST: (seal) COUNCIL ATTORNEY: CFRPC Agenda Package Page 34 of 39

35 Exhibit 5A RESOLUTION B A RESOLUTION OF THE CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL SUPPORTING PROJECTS THAT FURTHER THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AVON PARK AIR FORCE RANGE SENTINEL LANDSCAPE PRORGAM; THEREBY PRESERVING, PROTECTING, AND ENHANCING THE MISSION OF THE AVON PARK AIR FORCE RANGE AND AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO THE FLORIDA DEFENSE SUPPORT TASK FORCE FOR FY GRANT FUNDING. WHEREAS, the Central Florida Regional Planning Council (CFRPC) recognizes the Avon Park Air Force Range as a regionally significant resource and its critical role in our national defense; and WHEREAS, in July 2016 the Avon Park Air Force Range received the Sentinel Landscape designation through the US Departments of Agriculture, Defense and Interior; and WHEREAS, the Sentinel Landscape Program provides the opportunity for an area to build a working relationship with many agencies, no action plan or tools have been developed to further the leveraging of the relationships or measures of success for current and future efforts; and WHEREAS, the US Department of Defense will consider allocating coordination funds for those military installations demonstrating local and State support through leveraging; and WHEREAS, conserving and protecting the Avon Park Air Force Range from encroachment and incompatible development in part through the implementation of the Sentinel Landscape Program will allow active agricultural production to continue while also maintaining a strong military presence providing training and testing in rapidly growing central Florida. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL: Supports the application for the Florida Defense Task Force for FY grant funding for projects to implement the Avon Park Air Force Range Sentinel Landscape Program CFRPC Agenda Package Page 35 of 39

36 Exhibit 5A DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 9 TH DAY OF AUGUST, CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL By: Edith L. Yates, Chair ATTEST: (seal) COUNCIL ATTORNEY: CFRPC Agenda Package Page 36 of 39

37 Exhibit 5B AVON PARK AIR FORCE RANGE SENTINEL LANDSCAPE PROGRAM REQUEST FOR FY DEO COMMUNITY PLANNING TECHINCAL ASSISTANCE GRANT PROJECT DESCRIPTION & DELIVERABLES Project Description The Central Florida Regional Planning Council (CFRPC) respectfully requests funding to develop a Priority Action Plan to for the Avon Park Air Force Range Sentinel Landscape program. As part of this effort, a model conservation easement for use by multiple agencies and a guidebook for landowners considering conservation of lands will be developed. A comprehensive GIS database of publicly owned lands and conservation easements will also be developed. This work will also allow the exploration of other tools (incentives, benefits, etc.) that a Sentinel Landscape can use to generate enthusiasm and support from their community for the partnership. Deliverables Deliverable 1 Comprehensive GIS database of lands in public ownership and in conservation easements within the Avon Park Sentinel Landscape and lands identified by their military sustainability relevance and environmental linkages. Development of a comprehensive database of all lands in public ownership and in conservation easements within the area defined as the Avon Park Sentinel Landscape as well as lands identified by their significance in preserving the Range s mission as well as environmental linkages. Coordinate meetings with respective agencies that maintain individual databases. Deliverable 2 Priority Action Plan for Avon Park Air Force Range Sentinel Landscape Program Review of Deliverable 1 and military priorities in coordination with agencies to develop Priority Action Plan. Draft Goals, Objectives and Action Steps for the Avon Park Air Force Range Sentinel Landscape Program. Deliverable 3 Model Conservation Easement Development of a model conservation easement agreement for use by all agencies. Coordinate with agencies in review and modifications to draft easement. Deliverable 4 Guidebook for land owners considering the designation of conservation easements. Development of a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) guidebook for land owners when considering conservation of lands. Coordinate with agencies in review and modifications to FAQs CFRPC Agenda Package Page 37 of 39

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39 Exhibit 10 Apalachee Central Florida East Central Florida North Central Florida Northeast Florida South Florida Southwest Florida Tampa Bay Treasure Coast West Florida MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORT: June 2017 RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT/CAPACITY BUILDING and OUTREACH Organized and distributed the May 2017 Florida Regional Councils Association (FRCA) Newsletter. Began collecting articles and formatting the June 2017 Newsletter. Continued to work with the Florida Association of Counties (FAC) to maintain and enhance the FRCA website and maintain the listserv for the more than 2,300 individuals who receive the FRCA Newsletter. To enhance partnerships and strengthen the relationship between regional planning councils and their state and federal partners, participated in or attended the following meetings and shared information: o Florida Planners for Health Round Table Discussion o Florida Coastal Management Program Meeting via Webinar Supported the RPC Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Update Committee with webinar and conference call held June 6 th. Assisted the Economic Development Administration with coordinating a technical workshop to be held in Orlando on August 16, Developed a Facebook page for FRCA. ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT Prepared for and participated in the June 29 30, 2017, FRCA Executive Directors Advisory Committee (EDAC) and Policy Board meetings including coordinating logistics with FAC staff, securing speakers, developing agendas and drafting meeting materials. Coordinated logistics with the Florida League of Cities staff for the August 17 18, 2017 FRCA EDAC and Partners meetings. Coordinated with Florida Chamber Foundation staff for the September 28 29, 2017 EDAC and Partners meetings. Registered for the Florida American Planning Association Annual Conference. Shared information regarding funding opportunities when available Callaway Road, Suite 200 Tallahassee, FL CFRPC Agenda Package Page 39 of 39