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MEMO TO CITY COUNCIL
Request to Include Topic on the City Council Agenda
From: Tori Cleary, Community Development Meeting Date: February 23, 2021
Presenter: Tori Cleary Estimated Time: 0.0
Topic: Approval of Grantee Agreements for the Meridian Small Business Grant Program
Recommended Council Action:
Approve eight Grantee Agreements for the Meridian Small Business Grant Program.
The following Grantees have been approved through the City's Municipal Small Business Grant
Program made possible through Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) Act
funding. The Grantees, grant amounts, and grant purposes are listed below:
Amount
Grantee Approved PPE Testing Inventory Equipment Rent Utilities
Burks Wealth Management, Inc.
$15,000.00 X X
dba Mustard Seed Financial
Erykane LLC $9,049.27 X X X
Hart E. Beal, Inc. $409.35 X
Louie's Pizza&Italian Restaurant, Inc. $5,028.69 X
Lucky Fins LLC $15,000.00 X
Salon G $3,445.69 X X
Specialty Supply LLC $6,036.97 X X
St. Ignatius Catholic School $15,000.00 X
Background:
These Agreements are for Council approval under the Meridian Small Business Grant Program,
created through the City Council designation of$1 million of the City's CARES Act funding
allocation.
Following staff review of applications and confirmation of business/organization eligibility and
documentation of qualifying business expenses,grant applications are sent to a Review Committee
comprised of the Chief of Staff, Finance Director, and a representative from the Chamber of
Commerce Economic Development Committee.Applications are then sent to the State Coronavirus
Financial Advisory Committee for approval and funding.
With more than $1.2 million in requests in the application queue, the Program officially closed on
December 30.As of February, 2021, the State has approved and funded 122 applications, totaling
$982,276.76 in grant awards. Staff is finalizing the Program and will be submitting the final few
applications for State approval in the next week, pending receipt of all required applicant
documentation.
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AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF MERIDIAN AND
BURKS WEALTH MANAGEMENT,INC. DBA MUSTARD SEED FINANCIAL FOR IDAHO
REBOUNDS--MUNICIPAL SMALL BUSINESS GRANT FUNDS
This Agreement is entered into this 23rd day of February , 2021 by and between the City
of Meridian,a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("City") and Burks
Wealth Management, Inc. dba Mustard Seed Financial, a general business corporation organized under
the laws of the state of Idaho("Grantee").
WHEREAS,having received federal financial assistance, as such term is defined in 2 CFR S
200.40, from the Coronavirus Relief Fund,designated within Title V, section 5001 of the Coronavirus
Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, P.L. 116-136,42 U.S.C. § 601 of seq. (the"CARES Act"),the
State of Idaho ("State") created the Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant ("MSBG")
program to help local businesses and organizations affected by COVID-19 pandemic, enabling cities
and counties to provide aid within their community, including by the provision of economic support to
those suffering from employment or business interruptions due to COVED-1 9-related business closures
or limitations; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State's approval of Meridian's MSBG program on September 11,
2020, City seeks to disburse MSBG funds to Meridian small businesses for the reimbursement of
expenses incurred due to the COVID-19 pandemic,as set forth in Title V, section 5001 of the CARES
Act; Idaho Governor's Executive Order Nos. 2020-07,2020-08,and 2020-08A; U.S.Treasury's
Coronavirus Relief Fund Guidance for State,Territorial, Local,and Tribal Governments (Dated June
30, 2020); Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant Program Description and Guidance; and
the City's MSBG program guidelines(collectively, "MSBG Rules"); and
WHEREAS,Grantee submitted to City a complete application for MSBG funds, including all
related materials; and City and Grantee wish to enter into a cooperative agreement for the investment
of MSBG funds for the purposes described therein; and
WHEREAS, it is acknowledged by the Parties that although the State has approved the
Meridian MSBG program and has generally committed the funds as set forth in this Agreement for
such purpose, availability of these funds to City, and thus to Grantee, is subject to the State's approval
of Grantee's application and release of such funds to City,and that City's obligation to provide
funding to Grantee under this Agreement is provisional, pending the approval and release of such
funds to City;
NOW,THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants of the parties, the Parties
agree as follows:
I. STATEMENT OF WORK
A. Activities. Grantee shall use City's MSBG funds in an amount not to exceed fifteen thousand
dollars ($15,000), for the approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A. Grantee shall utilize MSBG
funds granted hereunder in a manner consistent with this Agreement,the MSBG Rules.
B. Current eligibility. Grantee certifies that Grantee is eligible to receive MSBG funds, and that
Grantee meets each of the following criteria:
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1. Grantee has 500 or fewer employees.
2. Grantee is a business operating in the City of Meridian, Idaho city limits.
3. Grantee has an official EIN.
4. Grantee is an Idaho-domiciled business.
5. Grantee incurred and paid the expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded.
6. Grantee has incurred expense caused by COVID-19 related incidents, decisions, or qualified
business interruption (e.g., local closure orders, need for personal protective equipment, social
distancing requirements, increased costs,disrupted supply network, etc.).
7. The expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded were incurred between June 20, 2020
and December 30, 2020.
8. Grantee has not received funds for the expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded from
other COVID-19 grant programs.
9. Grantee does not exist for the purpose of advancing partisan political activities or the business
does not directly lobby federal or state officials, defined as having had a registered lobbyist at
any point during 2020.
10. Grantee is compliant in all respects with all COVID-19 related orders, laws,ordinances, and
regulations.
C. Ongoing eligibility; duplication of benefits. Grantee shall notify City immediately if, for any
reason, Grantee no longer qualifies for MSBG funds due to a change in compliance with one or
more of the enumerated eligibility criteria. If Grantee receives or applies for other funding sources
for the expenses described in this Agreement, Grantee shall immediately notify the City's
Economic Development Administrator.
D. Reimbursement Procedures. City shall provide to Grantee the MSBG funds awarded for the
approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A, up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00), within
thirty(30)days of receipt of the specified funds by City.
E. Disclosure and retention of records. Grantee acknowledges and understands that records
submitted for the purposes of applying for MSBG funds; compliance with the terms of this
Agreement or law; and/or audit by City, State, or federal agency shall be public records subject to
disclosure by City and/or State pursuant to such agencies' respective obligations to comply with
the Idaho Public Records Act("IPRA"), and may be posted online by the State of Idaho. Insofar
as such records are exempt from disclosure under IPRA or other provision of law, City shall make
reasonable efforts to avoid and/or prevent their disclosure. Grantee shall retain all records pertinent
to the expenditures incurred under this Agreement for a period of five (5)years after completion of
all activities funded under this Agreement. The name of the business and the amount of grant funds
received will be identified on the transparent.idaho.gov website and on the City of Meridian's
Economic Development webpage, and may be disclosed upon request in accordance with the Idaho
Public Records Act.
II. GENERAL CONDITIONS
A. Contingent on funding. It is acknowledged by the Parties that although the State has approved the
Meridian MSBG program and the State has generally committed the funds as set forth in this
Agreement for such purpose, availability of MSBG funds to City, and thus to Grantee, is subject to
the State's approval of Grantee's application and release of such funds to City. Unless and until
the State approves Grantee's application and releases the funds to City, City shall have no
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contractual, legal,or equitable obligation to Grantee, whether under this Agreement or by any other
legal or equitable claim. In the event that MSBG funds for the purposes set forth in this Agreement
are not made available to City, this Agreement shall be void,and City shall have no obligation to
Grantee, whether under this Agreement or under any legal or equitable claim.
B. Notices. All notices required to be given by either of the parties hereto shall be in writing and be
deemed communicated when personally served, or mailed in the United States mail, addressed as
follows:
If to City: If to Grantee:
City of Meridian Burks Wealth Management, Inc. dba Mustard
Attn: Economic Development Administrator Seed Financial
33 E. Broadway Avenue ATTN: Brian Burks, President
Meridian, Idaho 83642 501 S. Main St.
Meridian, ID 83642
Either party may change its authorized representative and/or address for the purpose of this
paragraph by giving written notice of such change to the other party in the manner herein provided.
C. Indemnity. Grantee, and each and all of its employees,agents, contractors,officials, officers,
servants, guests, and/or invitees shall hold harmless, defend and indemnify City from and for all
losses, claims,actions, liabilities,and/or judgments for: damages or injury to persons or property
and/or losses and expenses caused or incurred by Grantee and/or its employees, agents, contractors,
officials, officers, servants, guests, and/or invitees; and other costs, including litigation costs and
attorneys' fees, arising out of, resulting from, or in connection with the performance of this
Agreement and not caused by or arising out of the tortious conduct of City or any employee,
contractor,or agent thereof Grantee acknowledges that participation in this program carries risks,
some of which may be unknown,and does agree to assume all such known or unknown risks.
D. Uniform compliance requirements. Grantee shall comply with applicable uniform administrative
requirements,cost principles, and audit requirements for federal awards, as described in 2 CFR §§
200 et. seq.
E. Nondiscrimination. Grantee will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment or services because of race, color, creed, religion,ancestry, national origin, sex,
disability or other handicap, age, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.
F. Termination. Either Party may terminate this Agreement for cause by providing written notice to
the other of the basis of termination. The defaulting Party shall have five (5)days to cure the
deficiency or non-compliance. If the deficiency or non-compliance is not cured within this time
period, the other Party shall terminate this Agreement for cause. In addition to termination of this
Agreement and/or any other remedies as provided by law, City may declare Grantee ineligible for
any further participation in City grant programming.
I. Termination for convenience. City may terminate this Agreement by, at least thirty (30)days
before the effective date of such termination, giving written notice to Grantee of such
termination and specifying the effective date thereof.
2. Termination for cause. Termination of this Agreement, in whole or in part, may occur for
cause,which shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
a. Failure to comply with any provision of this Agreement, the MSBG Rules, or any rule,
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regulation, statute,executive order, or U.S. Treasury, State,or City guideline, policy or
directive as may become applicable at any time;
b. Failure to fulfill in a timely and proper manner its obligations under this Agreement;
c. Improper use of funds provided under this Agreement; or
d. Submission of receipts, reports, or documents that are incorrect or incomplete in any
material respect.
3. Void if funds not available. In the event that MSBG funds for the purposes set forth in this
Agreement are not made available to City, this Agreement shall be void, and City shall have no
obligation to Grantee, whether under this Agreement or under any legal or equitable claim.
G. Repayment. In the event of termination for cause attributable to Grantee's acts or omissions,
Grantee shall, within fourteen (I4) days of City's demand, reimburse City for all MSBG funds
disbursed.
H. Assignment. Grantee shall not assign or transfer any interest in this agreement without prior
written consent of City.
I. Non-waiver. Failure of either party to promptly enforce the strict performance of any term of this
Agreement shall not constitute a waiver or relinquishment of any party's right to thereafter enforce
such term, and any right or remedy hereunder may be asserted at any time, notwithstanding delay
in enforcement.
J. Compliance with law. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Grantee shall comply with any
and all applicable federal, state,and local laws.
K. Exhibits. All exhibits to this Agreement are incorporated by reference and made a part of hereof
as if the exhibits were set forth in their entirety herein.
L. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and supersedes
any and all other agreements or understandings, oral or written, whether previous to the execution
hereof or contemporaneous herewith. The parties hereto may amend this Agreement at any time
provided that such amendments are executed in writing, approved by City's governing body, and
signed by a duly authorized representative of each party.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties shall cause this Agreement to be executed by their duly
authorized officers to be effective as of the day and year first above written.
GRANTEE:
Burks Wealth Management, Inc. dba Mustard Seed Financial
6 _ _ _
Brian Burks, President
CITY:
City of Meridian Attest:
By: Robert E. Simison, Mayor 2-23-2021 Chris Johnson, City Clerk 2-23-2021
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EXHIBIT A: APPROVED EXPENSES
Eligible Expense Amount
Rent-July 2100.00
Rent-August 2100.00
Rent-September 2100.00
Rent-October 2100.00
Rent-November 2100.00
Rent-December 2100.00
Dell Monitor and Equipment 993.80
Dell Desktop and Equipment 878.72
Dell Laptop and Equipment 527.48
Total Eligible Expenses 15,000.00
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AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF MERIDIAN AND
ERYKANE LLC FOR IDAHO REBOUNDS—MUNICIPAL SMALL BUSINESS GRANT
FUNDS
This Agreement is entered into this 8 day of Feb111MY, 2021 by and between the City
of Meridian, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("City") and
Erykane LLC, a limited liability company organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("Grantee").
WHEREAS,having received federal financial assistance, as such term is defined in 2 CFR §
200.40, from the Coronavirus Relief Fund, designated within Title V, section 5001 of the Coronavirus
Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, P.L. 116-136, 42 U.S.C. § 601 et seq. (the "CARES Act"), the
State of Idaho ("State") created the Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant ("MSBG")
program to help local businesses and organizations affected by COVID-19 pandemic, enabling cities
and counties to provide aid within their community, including by the provision of economic support to
those suffering from employment or business interruptions due to COVID-19-related business closures
or limitations; and
WHEREAS,pursuant to the State's approval of Meridian's MSBG program on September 11,
2020, City seeks to disburse MSBG funds to Meridian small businesses for the reimbursement of
expenses incurred due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as set forth in Title V, section 5001 of the CARES
Act; Idaho Governor's Executive Order Nos. 2020-07, 2020-08, and 2020-08A; U.S. Treasury's
Coronavirus Relief Fund Guidance for State, Territorial, Local, and Tribal Governments (Dated June
30, 2020); Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant Program Description and Guidance; and
the City's MSBG program guidelines (collectively, "MSBG Rules"); and
WHEREAS, Grantee submitted to City a complete application for MSBG funds, including all
related materials; and City and Grantee wish to enter into a cooperative agreement for the investment
of MSBG funds for the purposes described therein; and
WHEREAS, it is acknowledged by the Parties that although the State has approved the
Meridian MSBG program and has generally committed the funds as set forth in this Agreement for
such purpose, availability of these funds to City, and thus to Grantee, is subject to the State's approval
of Grantee's application and release of such funds to City, and that City's obligation to provide
funding to Grantee under this Agreement is provisional,pending the approval and release of such
funds to City;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants of the parties, the Parties
agree as follows:
I. STATEMENT OF WORK
A. Activities. Grantee shall use City's MSBG funds in an amount not to exceed nine thousand forty
nine dollars and twenty seven cents ($9,049.27), for the approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit
A. Grantee shall utilize MSBG funds granted hereunder in a manner consistent with this
Agreement, the MSBG Rules.
B. Current eligibility. Grantee certifies that Grantee is eligible to receive MSBG funds, and that
Grantee meets each of the following criteria:
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ee has 500 or fewer employees.
2. Grantee is a business operating in the City of Meridian, Idaho city limits.
3. Grantee has an official EIN.
4. Grantee is an Idaho-domiciled business.
5. Grantee incurred and paid the expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded.
6. Grantee has incurred expense caused by COVID-19 related incidents, decisions, or qualified
business interruption (e.g., local closure orders, need for personal protective equipment, social
distancing requirements, increased costs, disrupted supply network, etc.).
7. The expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded were incurred between June 20, 2020
and December 30, 2020.
8. Grantee has not received funds for the expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded from
other COVID-19 grant programs.
9. Grantee does not exist for the purpose of advancing partisan political activities or the business
does not directly lobby federal or state officials, defined as having had a registered lobbyist at
any point during 2020.
10. Grantee is compliant in all respects with all COVID-19 related orders, laws, ordinances, and
regulations.
C. Ongoing eligibility; duplication of benefits. Grantee shall notify City immediately if, for any
reason, Grantee no longer qualifies for MSBG funds due to a change in compliance with one or
more of the enumerated eligibility criteria. If Grantee receives or applies for other funding sources
for the expenses described in this Agreement, Grantee shall immediately notify the City's
Economic Development Administrator.
D. Reimbursement Procedures. City shall provide to Grantee the MSBG funds awarded for the
approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A, up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00), within
thirty(30) days of receipt of the specified funds by City.
E. Disclosure and retention of records. Grantee acknowledges and understands that records
submitted for the purposes of applying for MSBG funds; compliance with the terms of this
Agreement or law; and/or audit by City, State, or federal agency shall be public records subject to
disclosure by City and/or State pursuant to such agencies' respective obligations to comply with
the Idaho Public Records Act("IPRA"), and may be posted online by the State of Idaho. Insofar
as such records are exempt from disclosure under IPRA or other provision of law, City shall make
reasonable efforts to avoid and/or prevent their disclosure. Grantee shall retain all records pertinent
to the expenditures incurred under this Agreement for a period of five (5) years after completion of
all activities funded under this Agreement. The name of the business and the amount of grant funds
received will be identified on the transparent.idaho.gov website and on the City of Meridian's
Economic Development webpage, and may be disclosed upon request in accordance with the Idaho
Public Records Act.
IL GENERAL CONDITIONS
A. Contingent on funding. It is acknowledged by the Parties that although the State has approved the
Meridian MSBG program and the State has generally committed the funds as set forth in this
Agreement for such purpose, availability of MSBG funds to City, and thus to Grantee, is subject to
the State's approval of Grantee's application and release of such funds to City. Unless and until
the State approves Grantee's application and releases the funds to City, City shall have n�
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1, legal, or equitable obligation to Grantee, whether under this Agreement or by any other
legal or equitable claim. In the event that MSBG funds for the purposes set forth in this Agreement
are not made available to City, this Agreement shall be void, and City shall have no obligation to
Grantee, whether under this Agreement or under any legal or equitable claim.
B. Notices. All notices required to be given by either of the parties hereto shall be in writing and be
deemed communicated when personally served, or mailed in the United States mail, addressed as
follows:
If to City: If to Grantee:
City of Meridian Erykane LLC
Attn: Economic Development Administrator ATTN: Dane Jensen, Owner
33 E. Broadway Avenue 450 S Meridian Rd
Meridian, Idaho 83642 Meridian, ID 83642
Either party may change its authorized representative and/or address for the purpose of this
paragraph by giving written notice of such change to the other party in the manner herein provided.
C. Indemnity. Grantee, and each and all of its employees, agents, contractors, officials, officers,
servants, guests, and/or invitees shall hold harmless, defend and indemnify City from and for all
losses, claims, actions, liabilities, and/or judgments for: damages or injury to persons or property
and/or losses and expenses caused or incurred by Grantee and/or its employees, agents, contractors,
officials, officers, servants, guests, and/or invitees; and other costs, including litigation costs and
attorneys' fees, arising out of, resulting from, or in connection with the performance of this
Agreement and not caused by or arising out of the tortious conduct of City or any employee,
contractor, or agent thereof. Grantee acknowledges that participation in this program carries risks,
some of which may be unknown, and does agree to assume all such known or unknown risks.
D. Uniform compliance requirements. Grantee shall comply with applicable uniform administrative
requirements, cost principles, and audit requirements for federal awards, as described in 2 CFR §§
200 et. seq.
E. Nondiscrimination. Grantee will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment or services because of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex,
disability or other handicap, age, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.
F. Termination. Either Party may terminate this Agreement for cause by providing written notice to
the other of the basis of termination. The defaulting Party shall have five (5) days to cure the
deficiency or non-compliance. If the deficiency or non-compliance is not cured within this time
period, the other Party shall terminate this Agreement for cause. In addition to termination of this
Agreement and/or any other remedies as provided by law, City may declare Grantee ineligible for
any further participation in City grant programming.
1. Termination for convenience. City may terminate this Agreement by, at least thirty(30) days
before the effective date of such termination, giving written notice to Grantee of such
termination and specifying the effective date thereof.
2. Termination for cause. Termination of this Agreement, in whole or in part, may occur for
cause, which shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
a. Failure to comply with any provision of this Agreement, the MSBG Rules, or any
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rective as may become applicable at any time;
b. Failure to fulfill in a timely and proper manner its obligations under this Agreement;
c. Improper use of funds provided under this Agreement; or
d. Submission of receipts,reports, or documents that are incorrect or incomplete in any
material respect.
3. Void if funds not available. In the event that MSBG funds for the purposes set forth in this
Agreement are not made available to City, this Agreement shall be void, and City shall have no
obligation to Grantee,whether under this Agreement or under any legal or equitable claim.
G. Repayment. In the event of termination for cause attributable to Grantee's acts or omissions,
Grantee shall,within fourteen (14) days of City's demand,reimburse City for all MSBG funds
disbursed.
H. Assignment. Grantee shall not assign or transfer any interest in this agreement without prior
written consent of City.
I. Non-waiver. Failure of either party to promptly enforce the strict performance of any term of this
Agreement shall not constitute a waiver or relinquishment of any party's right to thereafter enforce
such term, and any right or remedy hereunder may be asserted at any time, notwithstanding delay
in enforcement.
J. Compliance with law. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Grantee shall comply with any
and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
K. Exhibits. All exhibits to this Agreement are incorporated by reference and made a part of hereof
as if the exhibits were set forth in their entirety herein.
L. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and supersedes
any and all other agreements or understandings, oral or written,whether previous to the execution
hereof or contemporaneous herewith. The parties hereto may amend this Agreement at any time
provided that such amendments are executed in writing, approved by City's governing body, and
signed by a duly authorized representative of each party.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties shall cause this Agreement to be executed by their duly
authorized officers to be effective as of the day and year first above written.
GRANTEE:
Erykane LLC
Dane Jensen, Owner
CITY:
City of Meridian Attest:
By: Robert E. Simison, Mayor 2-23-2021 Chris Johnson, City Clerk 2-23-2021
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EXHIBIT A: APPROVED EXPENSES
Eligible Expense Amount
Idaho Power-January 30.75
Ruby Glove -disinfectant, gloves 8/11/20 112.15
Ruby Glove-gloves 9/15/20 105.58
Ruby Glove-gloves 10/13/20 26.39
Ruby Glove -gloves 7/7/20 52.21
Ruby Glove -gloves 12/8/20 36.78
Ruby Glove -gloves, disinfectant 11/18/20 94.61
Ruby Glove -gloves, disinfectant 10/29/20 143.20
Ruby Glove-gloves 11/10/20 105.58
Ruby Glove-gloves 12/17/20 110.35
Ruby Glove-gloves 12/1/20 105.58
Ruby Glove-gloves 9/29/2020 52.78
Ruby Glove-gloves 7/21/20 52.21
Ruby Glove-gloves 9/1/20 83.53
Ruby Glove-gloves 7/14/20 73.09
Ruby Glove-gloves 7/28/20 52.21
Ruby Glove-gloves 8/25/20 62.65
Ruby Glove-disinfectant 6/23/20 28.62
Ruby Glove-gloves, disinfectant 9/22/20 94.61
Ruby Glove-gloves 10/8/20 79.18
Rent-June 588.21
Rent-Jul 1589.75
Rent-August 1589.75
Rent-September 1589.75
Rent-October 1589.75
Rent- November 600.00
Total Eligible Expenses 9,049.27
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FIRST AMENDMENT TO
AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF MERIDIAN AND
HART E BEAL, INC FOR IDAHO REBOUNDS—MUNICIPAL SMALL BUSINESS GRANT
FUNDS
This First Amendment to Agreement Between City of Meridian and Hart E Beal,Inc for Idaho
ROOT&—Municipal Small Business Grant Funds ("First Amendment") is entered into this day of
2021 ("Effective Date"),by and between the City of Meridian, a municipal corporation
organized der the laws of the State of Idaho ("City") and Hart E Beal, Inc, a general business
corporation organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("Grantee").
WHEREAS,the Parties seek by this First Amendment to modify the Agreement Between City of
Meridian and Grantee for Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant Funds ("Agreement");
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants of the parties, the Parties agree
as follows:
I. SECTION I.A.AMENDED. Section I.A of the Agreement shall be amended to read as follows:
A.Activities. Grantee shall use City's MSBG funds in an amount not to exceed four hundred nine
dollars and thirty five cents ($409.35), for the approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A. Grantee
shall utilize MSBG funds granted hereunder in a manner consistent with this Agreement,the MSBG
Rules.
II. SECTION I.D AMENDED. Section I.D of the Agreement shall be amended to read as follows:
D.Reimbursement Procedures. City shall provide to Grantee the MSBG funds awarded for the
approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A,up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00),within thirty
(30)days of receipt of the specified funds by City.
III.NO ADDITIONAL MODIFICATIONS. The Parties agree that except as expressly modified by this First
Amendment, all provisions of the original Agreement, including recitals and exhibits thereto, shall
remain in full force and effect. No other understanding,whether oral or written, whether made prior
to or contemporaneously with this First Amendment shall be deemed to enlarge, limit or otherwise
affect the operation of the Agreement or this amendment thereto.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties shall cause this First Amendment to be executed by their
duly authorized officers to be effective as of the Effective Date first above written.
GRANTEE:
Hart E4er
Hart
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
By, Attest:
Robert E. Simison,Mayor 2-23-2021 Chris Johnson, City Clerk 2-23-2021
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EXHIBIT A: APPROVED EXPENSES
Previously Requested E enses
Eligible Expense Amount
Sparklight-July 55.00
Sparklight-August 55.00
Sparklight-September 55.00
Sparklight-October 55.00
Sprint-July 138.42
Sprint-August 148.42
Sprint-September 1 160.98
Total Eligible Expenses 667.82
Current Request
Eligible Expense Amount
Sparklight-November 55.00
Sparklight-December 42.35
Sprint-October 156.00
Sprint-November 156.00
Total Eligible Expenses 409.35
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FIRST AMENDMENT TO
AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF MERIDIAN AND
LOUIE'S PIZZA &ITALIAN RESTAURANT,INC. FOR IDAHO REBOUNDS—MUNICIPAL
SMALL BUSINESS GRANT FUNDS
This First Amendment to Agreement Between City of Meridian and Louie's Pizza&Italian
Restaurant, Inc. for Idaho Reboun s—Municipal Small Business Grant Funds ("First Amendment") is
entered into this day of ,JeD 2021 ("Effective Date"), by and between the City of
Meridian, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of Idaho ("City") and Louie's
Pizza&Italian Restaurant, Inc., a general business corporation organized under the laws of the state of
Idaho ("Grantee").
WHEREAS,the Parties seek by this First Amendment to modify the Agreement Between City of
Meridian and Grantee for Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant Funds ("Agreement");
NOW, THEREFORE,in consideration of the mutual covenants of the parties, the Parties agree
as follows:
I. SECTION I.A.AMENDED. Section I.A of the Agreement shall be amended to read as follows:
A. Activities. Grantee shall use City's MSBG funds in an amount not to exceed five thousand twenty
eight dollars and sixty nine cents ($5,028.69), for the approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A.
Grantee shall utilize MSBG funds granted hereunder in a manner consistent with this Agreement, the
MSBG Rules.
IL SECTION LD AMENDED. Section I.D of the Agreement shall be amended to read as follows:
D. Reimbursement Procedures. City shall provide to Grantee the MSBG funds awarded for the
approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A, up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00),within thirty
(30) days of receipt of the specified funds by City.
III.No ADDITIONAL MODIFICATIONS. The Parties agree that except as expressly modified by this First
Amendment, all provisions of the original Agreement, including recitals and exhibits thereto, shall
remain in full force and effect. No other understanding, whether oral or written, whether made prior
to or contemporaneously with this First Amendment shall be deemed to enlarge, limit or otherwise
affect the operation of the Agreement or this amendment thereto.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties shall cause this First Amendment to be executed by their
duly authorized officers to be effective as of the Effective Date first above written.
GRANTEE:
Lo e's Pizza Itali n Restaurant, Inc.
Lisa Grover,Accountant
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
BY: Attest:
Robert E. Simison, Mayor 2-23-2021 Chris Johnson, City Clerk 2-23-2021
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BIT A: APPROVED EXPENSES
Previously Requested Expenses
Eligible Expense Amount
Grasmick-gloves(6/29/20—9/28/20) 2362.83
Shamrock-PPE(6/20/20—9/30/20) 2076.91
econobox-paper for tabletops(10/6/20) 600.31
Sysco-PPE(7/10/20-9/4/20) 510.33
Sysco-PPE(10/6/20-10/13/20) 1311.07
Amazon-gloves(10/13/20) 1727.70
Amazon-gloves(10/13/20) 1382.16
Total Eligible Expenses 9,971.31
Current Request
Eligible Expense Amount
Grasmick-gloves(10/3/20-12/4/20 499.50
Shamrock-PPE(10/1/20-11/30/20) 171.27
Sysco-PPE(11/6/20-12/18/20) 4500.53
Total Eligible Expenses 5,171.30
Approved Amount 5,028.69
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AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF MERIDIAN AND
LUCKY FINS, LLC FOR IDAHO REBOUNDS—MUNICIPAL SMALL BUSINESS GRANT
FUNDS
This Agreement is entered into this 23rd day of February , 2021 by and between the City
of Meridian, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("City") and Lucky
Fins, LLC, a limited liability company organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("Grantee").
WHEREAS,having received federal financial assistance, as such term is defined in 2 CFR §
200.40, from the Coronavirus Relief Fund, designated within Title V, section 5001 of the Coronavirus
Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, P.L. 116-136, 42 U.S.C. § 601 et seq. (the "CARES Act"), the
State of Idaho ("State") created the Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant("MSBG")
program to help local businesses and organizations affected by COVID-19 pandemic, enabling cities
and counties to provide aid within their community, including by the provision of economic support to
those suffering from employment or business interruptions due to COVID-19-related business closures
or limitations; and
WHEREAS,pursuant to the State's approval of Meridian's MSBG program on September 11,
2020, City seeks to disburse MSBG funds to Meridian small businesses for the reimbursement of
expenses incurred due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as set forth in Title V, section 5001 of the CARES
Act; Idaho Governor's Executive Order Nos. 2020-07, 2020-08, and 2020-08A; U.S. Treasury's
Coronavirus Relief Fund Guidance for State, Territorial, Local, and Tribal Governments (Dated June
30, 2020); Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant Program Description and Guidance; and
the City's MSBG program guidelines (collectively, "MSBG Rules"); and
WHEREAS, Grantee submitted to City a complete application for MSBG funds, including all
related materials; and City and Grantee wish to enter into a cooperative agreement for the investment
of MSBG funds for the purposes described therein; and
WHEREAS, it is acknowledged by the Parties that although the State has approved the
Meridian MSBG program and has generally committed the funds as set forth in this Agreement for
such purpose, availability of these funds to City, and thus to Grantee, is subject to the State's approval
of Grantee's application and release of such funds to City, and that City's obligation to provide
funding to Grantee under this Agreement is provisional, pending the approval and release of such
funds to City;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants of the parties, the Parties
agree as follows:
1. STATEMENT OF WORK
A. Activities. Grantee shall use City's MSBG funds in an amount not to exceed fifteen thousand
dollars ($15,000), for the approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A. Grantee shall utilize MSBG
funds granted hereunder in a manner consistent with this Agreement, the MSBG Rules.
B. Current eligibility. Grantee certifies that Grantee is eligible to receive MSBG funds, and that
Grantee meets each of the following criteria:
1. Grantee has 500 or fewer employees.
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2. Grantee is a business operating in the City of Meridian, Idaho city limits.
3. Grantee has an official EIN.
4. Grantee is an Idaho-domiciled business.
5. Grantee incurred and paid the expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded.
6. Grantee has incurred expense caused by COVID-19 related incidents, decisions, or qualified
business interruption(e.g., local closure orders, need for personal protective equipment, social
distancing requirements, increased costs, disrupted supply network, etc.).
7. The expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded were incurred between June 20, 2020
and December 30, 2020.
8. Grantee has not received funds for the expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded from
other COVID-19 grant programs.
9. Grantee does not exist for the purpose of advancing partisan political activities or the business
does not directly lobby federal or state officials, defined as having had a registered lobbyist at
any point during 2020.
10. Grantee is compliant in all respects with all COVID-19 related orders, laws, ordinances, and
regulations.
C. Ongoing eligibility; duplication of benefits. Grantee shall notify City immediately if, for any
reason, Grantee no longer qualifies for MSBG funds due to a change in compliance with one or
more of the enumerated eligibility criteria. If Grantee receives or applies for other funding sources
for the expenses described in this Agreement, Grantee shall immediately notify the City's
Economic Development Administrator.
D. Reimbursement Procedures. City shall provide to Grantee the MSBG funds awarded for the
approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A, up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00), within
thirty(30) days of receipt of the specified funds by City.
E. Disclosure and retention of records. Grantee acknowledges and understands that records
submitted for the purposes of applying for MSBG funds; compliance with the terms of this
Agreement or law; and/or audit by City, State, or federal agency shall be public records subject to
disclosure by City and/or State pursuant to such agencies' respective obligations to comply with
the Idaho Public Records Act("IPRA"), and may be posted online by the State of Idaho. Insofar
as such records are exempt from disclosure under IPRA or other provision of law, City shall make
reasonable efforts to avoid and/or prevent their disclosure. Grantee shall retain all records pertinent
to the expenditures incurred under this Agreement for a period of five (5) years after completion of
all activities funded under this Agreement. The name of the business and the amount of grant funds
received will be identified on the transparent.idaho.gov website and on the City of Meridian's
Economic Development webpage, and may be disclosed upon request in accordance with the Idaho
Public Records Act.
IL GENERAL CONDITIONS
A. Contingent on funding. It is acknowledged by the Parties that although the State has approved the
Meridian MSBG program and the State has generally committed the funds as set forth in this
Agreement for such purpose, availability of MSBG funds to City, and thus to Grantee, is subject to
the State's approval of Grantee's application and release of such funds to City. Unless and until
the State approves Grantee's application and releases the funds to City, City shall have no
contractual, legal, or equitable obligation to Grantee,whether under this Agreement or by any other
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legal or equitable claim. In the event that MSBG funds for the purposes set forth in this Agreement
are not made available to City, this Agreement shall be void, and City shall have no obligation to
Grantee, whether under this Agreement or under any legal or equitable claim.
B. Notices. All notices required to be given by either of the parties hereto shall be in writing and be
deemed communicated when personally served, or mailed in the United States mail, addressed as
follows:
If to City: If to Grantee:
City of Meridian Lucky Fins, LLC
Attn: Economic Development Administrator ATTN: David Stearns, Owner
33 E. Broadway Avenue 877 W. Main St.
Meridian, Idaho 83642 Boise, ID 83702
Either party may change its authorized representative and/or address for the purpose of this
paragraph by giving written notice of such change to the other party in the manner herein provided.
C. Indemnity. Grantee, and each and all of its employees, agents, contractors, officials, officers,
servants, guests, and/or invitees shall hold harmless, defend and indemnify City from and for all
losses, claims, actions, liabilities, and/or judgments for: damages or injury to persons or property
and/or losses and expenses caused or incurred by Grantee and/or its employees, agents, contractors,
officials, officers, servants, guests, and/or invitees; and other costs, including litigation costs and
attorneys' fees, arising out of, resulting from, or in connection with the performance of this
Agreement and not caused by or arising out of the tortious conduct of City or any employee,
contractor, or agent thereof. Grantee acknowledges that participation in this program carries risks,
some of which may be unknown, and does agree to assume all such known or unknown risks.
D. Uniform compliance requirements. Grantee shall comply with applicable uniform administrative
requirements, cost principles, and audit requirements for federal awards, as described in 2 CFR §§
200 et. seq.
E. Nondiscrimination. Grantee will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment or services because of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex,
disability or other handicap, age, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.
F. Termination. Either Party may terminate this Agreement for cause by providing written notice to
the other of the basis of termination. The defaulting Party shall have five (5) days to cure the
deficiency or non-compliance. If the deficiency or non-compliance is not cured within this time
period, the other Party shall terminate this Agreement for cause. In addition to termination of this
Agreement and/or any other remedies as provided by law, City may declare Grantee ineligible for
any further participation in City grant programming.
1. Termination for convenience. City may terminate this Agreement by, at least thirty(30) days
before the effective date of such termination, giving written notice to Grantee of such
termination and specifying the effective date thereof.
2. Termination for cause. Termination of this Agreement, in whole or in part, may occur for
cause, which shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
a. Failure to comply with any provision of this Agreement, the MSBG Rules, or any rule,
regulation, statute, executive order, or U.S. Treasury, State, or City guideline,policy or
directive as may become applicable at any time;
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b. Failure to fulfill in a timely and proper manner its obligations under this Agreement;
c. Improper use of funds provided under this Agreement; or
d. Submission of receipts, reports, or documents that are incorrect or incomplete in any
material respect.
3. Void if funds not available. In the event that MSBG funds for the purposes set forth in this
Agreement are not made available to City, this Agreement shall be void, and City shall have no
obligation to Grantee,whether under this Agreement or under any legal or equitable claim.
G. Repayment. In the event of termination for cause attributable to Grantee's acts or omissions,
Grantee shall, within fourteen(14) days of City's demand, reimburse City for all MSBG funds
disbursed.
H. Assignment. Grantee shall not assign or transfer any interest in this agreement without prior
written consent of City.
I. Non-waiver. Failure of either party to promptly enforce the strict performance of any term of this
Agreement shall not constitute a waiver or relinquishment of any party's right to thereafter enforce
such term, and any right or remedy hereunder may be asserted at any time, notwithstanding delay
in enforcement.
J. Compliance with law. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Grantee shall comply with any
and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
K. Exhibits. All exhibits to this Agreement are incorporated by reference and made a part of hereof
as if the exhibits were set forth in their entirety herein.
L. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and supersedes
any and all other agreements or understandings, oral or written,whether previous to the execution
hereof or contemporaneous herewith. The parties hereto may amend this Agreement at any time
provided that such amendments are executed in writing, approved by City's governing body, and
signed by a duly authorized representative of each party.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties shall cause this Agreement to be executed by their duly
authorized officers to be effective as of the day and year first above written.
GRANTEE:
Lucky Fins, LLC
David Stearns, Owner
CITY:
City of Meridian Attest:
By: Robert E. Simison, Mayor 2-23-2021 Chris Johnson, City Clerk 2-23-2021
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EXHIBIT A: APPROVED EXPENSES
Eligible Expense Amount
Rent-October 6981.69
Rent-November 6981.69
Rent-December 6981.69
Total Eligible Expenses 20,945.07
Approved Amount 15,000.00
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FIRST AMENDMENT TO
AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF MERIDIAN AND
SALON G FOR IDAHO RESOUNDS—MUNICIPAL SMALL BUSINESS GRANT FUNDS
This First Amendment to Agreement Between City of Meridian and Salon G for Idaho Rebounds
—Municipal Small Business Grant Funds ("First Amendment") is entered into this 23rd day of
February 2021 ("Effective Date"), by and between the City of Meridian, a municipal corporation
organized under the laws of the State of Idaho ("City")and Salon G, a sole proprietorship owned by
Virginia Patterson, organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("Grantee").
WHEREAS,the Parties seek by this First Amendment to modify the Agreement Between City of
Meridian and Grantee for Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant Funds ("Agreement");
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants of the parties, the Parties agree
as follows:
L SECTION I.A.AMENDED. Section I.A of the Agreement shall be amended to read as follows:
A.Activities. Grantee shall use City's MSBG funds in an amount not to exceed Three Thousand,
Four Hundred, Forty-five Dollars and Sixty-nine Cents (3,445.69), for the approved expenses, as set
forth in Exhibit A. Grantee shall utilize MSBG fiends granted hereunder in a manner consistent with
this Agreement, the MSBG Rules,
II. SECTION LD AMENDED. Section I.D of the Agreement shall be amended to read as follows:
D. Reimbursement Procedures. City shall provide to Grantee the MSBG funds awarded for the
approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A,up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00),within thirty
(30) days of receipt of the specified funds by City.
III.No ADDITIONAL MODIFICATIONS. The Parties agree that except as expressly modified by this First
Amendment, all provisions of the original Agreement, including recitals and exhibits thereto, shall
remain in full force and effect. No other understanding, whether oral or written, whether made prior
to or contemporaneously with this First Amendment shall be deemed to enlarge, limit or otherwise
affect the operation of the Agreement or this amendment thereto.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties shall cause this First Amendment to be executed by their
duly authorized officers to be effective as of the Effective Date first above written.
GRANTEE:
Salon G
Virginia Patterson, Owner
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
BY: Attest:
Robert E. Simison, Mayor 2-23-2021 Chris Johnson, City Clerk2-23-2021
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EXHIBIT A: APPROVED EXPENSES
Previously Approved Expenses
Eligible Expense Amount
June Rent(1827.97) Prorated 670.13
July Rent 1827.97
August Rent 1827.97
September Rent 1827.97
October Rent 1827.97
November Rent 1827.97
Idaho Power-July(183.72) Prorated 82.42
Idaho Power-August 243.46
Idaho Power-September 226.06
Idaho Power-October 172.75
Total Eligible Expenses 10,534.67
GRANT AWARD $10,000.00
Current Request
Eligible Expense Amount
December Rent 1827.97
CenturyLink June(118.64)Prorated 11488
CenturyLink July '120.18
CenturyLink August '120.16
CenwryLink September 120.36
CenturyLink October 120.49
CenturyLink November 120.50
CenturyLink Dec (120.52) Prorated 46.65
Idaho Power- November 163.85
Idaho Power- December 155.94
Total Eligible Expenses- 2nd Round 2,51 1.02
Previously Eligible Unreimbursed Expenses 534.67
GRANT AWARD N2 $3,445.69
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AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF MERIDIAN AND
SPECIALTY SUPPLY LLC FOR IDAHO REBOUNDS—MUNICIPAL SMALL BUSINESS
GRANT FUNDS
This Agreement is entered into this S
F{ day of_4 b , 2021 by and between the City
of Meridian, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("City") and
Specialty Supply LLC, a limited liability company organized under the laws of the state of Idaho
("Grantee").
WHEREAS, having received federal financial assistance, as such term is defined in 2 CFR §
200.40, from the Coronavirus Relief Fund, designated within Title V, section 5001 of the Coronavirus
Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, P.L. 116-136, 42 U.S.C. § 601 et seq. (the "CARES Act"), the
State of Idaho ("State") created the Idaho Rebounds —Municipal Small Business Grant ("MSBG")
program to help local businesses and organizations affected by COVID-I9 pandemic, enabling cities
and counties to provide aid within their community, including by the provision of economic support to
those suffering from employment or business interruptions due to COVID-I 9-related business closures
or limitations; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State's approval of Meridian's MSBG program on September 11,
2020, City seeks to disburse MSBG funds to Meridian small businesses for the reimbursement of
expenses incurred due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as set forth in Title V, section 5001 of the CARES
Act; Idaho Governor's Executive Order Nos. 2020-07, 2020-08, and 2020-08A; U.S. Treasury's
Coronavirus Relief Fund Guidance for State, Territorial, Local, and Tribal Governments (Dated June
30, 2020); Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant Program Description and Guidance; and
the City's MSBG program guidelines (collectively, "MSBG Rules"); and
WHEREAS, Grantee submitted to City a complete application for MSBG funds, including all
related materials; and City and Grantee wish to enter into a cooperative agreement for the investment
of MSBG funds for the purposes described therein; and
WHEREAS, it is acknowledged by the Parties that although the State has approved the
Meridian MSBG program and has generally committed the funds as set forth in this Agreement for
such purpose, availability of these funds to City, and thus to Grantee, is subject to the State's approval
of Grantee's application and release of such funds to City, and that City's obligation to provide
funding to Grantee under this Agreement is provisional, pending the approval and release of such
funds to City;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants of the parties, the Parties
agree as follows:
I. STATEMENT OF WORK
A. Activities. Grantee shall use City's MSBG funds in an amount not to exceed six thousand thirty
six dollars and ninety seven cents ($6,036.97), for the approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A.
Grantee shall utilize MSBG funds granted hereunder in a manner consistent with this Agreement,
the MSBG Rules.
B. Current eligibility. Grantee certifies that Grantee is eligible to receive MSBG funds, and that
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Grantee meets each of the following criteria:
I. Grantee has 500 or fewer employees.
2. Grantee is a business operating in the City of Meridian, Idaho city limits.
3. Grantee has an official EIN.
4. Grantee is an Idaho-domiciled business.
5. Grantee incurred and paid the expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded.
6. Grantee has incurred expense caused by COVID-19 related incidents, decisions, or qualified
business interruption (e.g., local closure orders, need for personal protective equipment, social
distancing requirements, increased costs, disrupted supply network, etc.).
7. The expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded were incurred between June 20, 2020
and December 30, 2020.
S. Grantee has not received funds for the expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded from
other COVID-19 grant programs.
9. Grantee does not exist for the purpose of advancing partisan political activities or the business
does not directly lobby federal or state officials, defined as having had a registered lobbyist at
any point during 2020.
10. Grantee is compliant in all respects with all COVID-19 related orders, laws, ordinances, and
regulations.
C. Ongoing eligibility; duplication of benefits. Grantee shall notify City immediately if, for any
reason, Grantee no longer qualifies for MSBG funds due to a change in compliance with one or
more of the enumerated eligibility criteria. If Grantee receives or applies for other funding sources
for the expenses described in this Agreement, Grantee shall immediately notify the City's
Economic Development Administrator.
D. Reimbursement Procedures. City shall provide to Grantee the MSBG funds awarded for the
approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A, up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00), within
thirty(30) days of receipt of the specified funds by City.
E. Disclosure and retention of records. Grantee acknowledges and understands that records
submitted for the purposes of applying for MSBG funds; compliance with the terms of this
Agreement or law; and/or audit by City, State, or federal agency shall be public records subject to
disclosure by City and/or State pursuant to such agencies' respective obligations to comply with
the Idaho Public Records Act ("IPRA"), and may be posted online by the State of Idaho. Insofar
as such records are exempt from disclosure under IPRA or other provision of law, City shall make
reasonable efforts to avoid and/or prevent their disclosure. Grantee shall retain all records pertinent
to the expenditures incurred under this Agreement for a period of five (5) years after completion of
all activities funded under this Agreement. The name of the business and the amount of grant funds
received will be identified on the transparent.idaho.gov website and on the City of Meridian's
Economic Development webpage, and may be disclosed upon request in accordance with the Idaho
Public Records Act.
IL GENERAL CONDITIONS
A. Contingent on funding. It is acknowledged by the Parties that although the State has approved the
Meridian MSBG program and the State has generally committed the funds as set forth in this
Agreement for such purpose, availability of MSBG funds to City, and thus to Grantee, is subject to
the State's approval of Grantee's application and release of such funds to City. Unless and until
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the State approves Grantee's application and releases the funds to City, City shall have no
contractual, legal, or equitable obligation to Grantee,whether under this Agreement or by any other
legal or equitable claim. In the event that MSBG funds for the purposes set forth in this Agreement
are not made available to City,this Agreement shall be void, and City shall have no obligation to
Grantee, whether under this Agreement or under any legal or equitable claim.
B. Notices. All notices required to be given by either of the parties hereto shall be in writing and be
deemed communicated when personally served, or mailed in the United States mail, addressed as
follows:
If to City: If to Grantee:
City of Meridian Specialty Supply LLC
Attn: Economic Development Administrator ATTN: Mark Weber, Owner/President
33 E. Broadway Avenue 760 E King St
Meridian, Idaho 83642 Meridian, ID 83642
Either party may change its authorized representative and/or address for the purpose of this
paragraph by giving written notice of such change to the other party in the manner herein provided.
C. Indemnity, Grantee, and each and all of its employees, agents, contractors, officials, officers,
servants, guests, and/or invitees shall hold harmless, defend and indemnify City from and for all
losses, claims, actions, liabilities, and/or judgments for: damages or injury to persons or property
and/or losses and expenses caused or incurred by Grantee and/or its employees, agents, contractors,
officials, officers, servants, guests, and/or invitees; and other costs, including litigation costs and
attorneys' fees, arising out of, resulting from, or in connection with the performance of this
Agreement and not caused by or arising out of the tortious conduct of City or any employee,
contractor, or agent thereof Grantee acknowledges that participation in this program carries risks,
some of which may be unknown, and does agree to assume all such known or unknown risks.
D. Uniform compliance requirements. Grantee shall comply with applicable uniform administrative
requirements, cost principles, and audit requirements for federal awards, as described in 2 CFR §§
200 et. seq.
E. Nondiscrimination. Grantee will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment or services because of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex,
disability or other handicap, age,marital status or status with regard to public assistance.
F. Termination. Either Party may terminate this Agreement for cause by providing written notice to
the other of the basis of termination. The defaulting Party shall have five (5) days to cure the
deficiency or non-compliance. If the deficiency or non-compliance is not cured within this time
period, the other Party shall terminate this Agreement for cause. In addition to termination of this
Agreement and/or any other remedies as provided by law, City may declare Grantee ineligible for
any further participation in City grant programming.
l. Termination for convenience. City may terminate this Agreement by, at least thirty(30) days
before the effective date of such termination, giving written notice to Grantee of such
termination and specifying the effective date thereof.
2. Termination for cause. Termination of this Agreement, in whole or in part, may occur for
cause, which shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
a. Failure to comply with any provision of this Agreement, the MSBG Rules, or any rule,
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regulation, statute, executive order, or U.S. Treasury, State, or City guideline, policy or
directive as may become applicable at any time;
b. Failure to fulfill in a timely and proper manner its obligations under this Agreement;
c. Improper use of funds provided under this Agreement; or
d. Submission of receipts, reports, or documents that are incorrect or incomplete in any
material respect.
3. Void if funds not available. In the event that MSBG funds for the purposes set forth in this
Agreement are not made available to City, this Agreement shall be void, and City shall have no
obligation to Grantee, whether under this Agreement or under any legal or equitable claim.
G. Repayment. In the event of termination for cause attributable to Grantee's acts or omissions,
Grantee shall, within fourteen (14) days of City's demand, reimburse City for all MSBG funds
disbursed.
H. Assignment. Grantee shall not assign or transfer any interest in this agreement without prior
written consent of City.
1. Non-waiver. Failure of either party to promptly enforce the strict performance of any term of this
Agreement shall not constitute a waiver or relinquishment of any party's right to thereafter enforce
such term, and any right or remedy hereunder may be asserted at any time, notwithstanding delay
in enforcement.
J. Compliance with law. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Grantee shall comply with any
and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
K. Exhibits. All exhibits to this Agreement are incorporated by reference and made a part of hereof
as if the exhibits were set forth in their entirety herein.
L. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and supersedes
any and all other agreements or understandings, oral or written, whether previous to the execution
hereof or contemporaneous herewith. The parties hereto may amend this Agreement at any time
provided that such amendments are executed in writing, approved by City's governing body, and
signed by a duly authorized representative of each party.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties shall cause this Agreement to be executed by their duly
authorized officers to be effective as of the day and year first above written.
GRANTEE:
Specialt Supply LLC
Mark Weber, Owner 1 President
CITY:
City of Meridian Attest:
By: Robert E. Simison, Mayor 2-23-2021 Chris Johnson, City Clerk 2-23-2021
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EXHIBIT A: APPROVED EXPENSES
Eligible Expense Amount
Rent-June 323.94
Rent-July 875.5
Rent-August 901.77
Rent-September 901,77
Rent-October 901.77
Rent-November 901.77
Rent-December 901.77
Idaho Power-August 119.07
Idaho Power-September 101.85
Idaho Power-October 55
Idaho Power-November 52.76
Total Eligible Expenses 6,036.97
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AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF MERIDIAN AND
ST. IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR IDAHO REBOUNDS—MUNICIPAL SMALL
BUSINESS GRANT FUNDS
This Agreement is entered into this St day of Feh ram, 2021 by and between the City
of Meridian, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("City") and St.
Ignatius Catholic School, a nonprofit organization organized under the laws of the state of Idaho
("Grantee").
WHEREAS,having received federal financial assistance, as such term is defined in 2 CFR §
200.40, from the Coronavirus Relief Fund, designated within Title V, section 5001 of the Coronavirus
Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, P.L. 116-136,42 U.S.C. § 601 et seq. (the "CARES Act"), the
State of Idaho ("State") created the Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant ("MSBG")
program to help local businesses and organizations affected by COVID-19 pandemic, enabling cities
and counties to provide aid within their community, including by the provision of economic support to
those suffering from employment or business interruptions due to COVID-19-related business closures
or limitations; and
WHEREAS,pursuant to the State's approval of Meridian's MSBG program on September 11,
2020, City seeks to disburse MSBG funds to Meridian small businesses for the reimbursement of
expenses incurred due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as set forth in Title V, section 5001 of the CARES
Act; Idaho Governor's Executive Order Nos. 2020-07, 2020-08, and 2020-08A; U.S. Treasury's
Coronavirus Relief Fund Guidance for State, Territorial, Local, and Tribal Governments (Dated June
30, 2020); Idaho Rebounds—Municipal Small Business Grant Program Description and Guidance; and
the City's MSBG program guidelines (collectively, "MSBG Rules"); and
WHEREAS, Grantee submitted to City a complete application for MSBG funds, including all
related materials; and City and Grantee wish to enter into a cooperative agreement for the investment
of MSBG funds for the purposes described therein; and
WHEREAS, it is acknowledged by the Parties that although the State has approved the
Meridian MSBG program and has generally committed the funds as set forth in this Agreement for
such purpose, availability of these funds to City, and thus to Grantee, is subject to the State's approval
of Grantee's application and release of such funds to City, and that City's obligation to provide
funding to Grantee under this Agreement is provisional, pending the approval and release of such
funds to City;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants of the parties, the Parties
agree as follows:
I. STATEMENT OF WORK
A. Activities. Grantee shall use City's MSBG funds in an amount not to exceed fifteen thousand
dollars (S 15,000), for the approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A. Grantee shall utilize MSBG
funds granted hereunder in a manner consistent with this Agreement, the MSBG Rules.
B. Current eligibility. Grantee certifies that Grantee is eligible to receive MSBG funds, and that
Grantee meets each of the following criteria:
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1. Grantee has 500 or fewer employees.
2. Grantee is a business operating in the City of Meridian, Idaho city limits.
3. Grantee has an official EIN.
4. Grantee is an Idaho-domiciled business.
-. Grantee incurred and paid the expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded.
6. Grantee has incurred expense caused by COVID-19 related incidents, decisions, or qualified
business interruption (e.g., local closure orders, need for personal protective equipment, social
distancing requirements, increased costs, disrupted supply network, etc.).
7. The expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded were incurred between June 20, 2020
and December 30, 2020.
8. Grantee has not received funds for the expenses for which the MSBG funds are awarded from
other COVID-19 grant programs.
9. Grantee does not exist for the purpose of advancing partisan political activities or the business
does not directly lobby federal or state officials, defined as having had a registered lobbyist at
any point during 2020.
10. Grantee is compliant in all respects with all COVID-19 related orders, laws, ordinances, and
regulations.
C. Ongoing eligibility; duplication of benefits. Grantee shall notify City immediately if, for any
reason, Grantee no longer qualifies for MSBG funds due to a change in compliance with one or
more of the enumerated eligibility criteria. If Grantee receives or applies for other funding sources
for the expenses described in this Agreement, Grantee shall immediately notify the City's
Economic Development Administrator.
D. Reimbursement Procedures. City shall provide to Grantee the MSBG funds awarded for the
approved expenses, as set forth in Exhibit A, up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00), within
thirty(30) days of receipt of the specified funds by City.
E. Disclosure and retention of records. Grantee acknowledges and understands that records
submitted for the purposes of applying for MSBG funds; compliance with the terms of this
Agreement or law; and/or audit by City, State, or federal agency shall be public records subject to
disclosure by City and/or State pursuant to such agencies' respective obligations to comply with
the Idaho Public Records Act ("IPRA"), and may be posted online by the State of Idaho. Insofar
as such records are exempt from disclosure under IPRA or other provision of law, City shall make
reasonable efforts to avoid and/or prevent their disclosure. Grantee shall retain all records pertinent
to the expenditures incurred under this Agreement for a period of five (5) years after completion of
all activities funded under this Agreement. The name of the business and the amount of grant funds
received will be identified on the transparent.idaho.gov website and on the City of Meridian's
Economic Development webpage, and may be disclosed upon request in accordance with the Idaho
Public Records Act.
II. GENERAL CONDITIONS
A. Contingent on funding. It is acknowledged by the Parties that although the State has approved the
Meridian MSBG program and the State has generally committed the funds as set forth in this
Agreement for such purpose, availability of MSBG funds to City, and thus to Grantee, is subject to
the State's approval of Grantee's application and release of such funds to City. Unless and until
the State approves Grantee's application and releases the funds to City, City shall have no
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contractual, legal, or equitable obligation to Grantee, whether under this Agreement or by any other
legal or equitable claim. In the event that MSBG funds for the purposes set forth in this Agreement
are not made available to City, this Agreement shall be void, and City shall have no obligation to
Grantee, whether under this Agreement or under any legal or equitable claim.
B. Notices. All notices required to be given by either of the parties hereto shall be in writing and be
deemed communicated when personally served, or mailed in the United States mail, addressed as
follows:
If to City: If to Grantee:
City of Meridian St. Ignatius Catholic School
Attn: Economic Development Administrator ATTN: Andrea Kane, Principal
33 E. Broadway Avenue 6180 N Meridian Rd
Meridian, Idaho 83642 Meridian, ID 83646
Either party may change its authorized representative and/or address for the purpose of this
paragraph by giving written notice of such change to the other party in the manner herein provided.
C. Indemnity. Grantee, and each and all of its employees, agents, contractors, officials, officers,
servants, guests, and/or invitees shall hold harmless, defend and indemnify City from and for all
losses, claims, actions, liabilities, and/or judgments for: damages or injury to persons or property
and/or losses and expenses caused or incurred by Grantee and/or its employees, agents, contractors,
officials, officers, servants, guests, and/or invitees; and other costs, including litigation costs and
attorneys' fees, arising out of, resulting from, or in connection with the performance of this
Agreement and not caused by or arising out of the tortious conduct of City or any employee,
contractor, or agent thereof. Grantee acknowledges that participation in this program carries risks,
some of which may be unknown, and does agree to assume all such known or unknown risks.
D. Uniform compliance requirements. Grantee shall comply with applicable uniform administrative
requirements, cost principles, and audit requirements for federal awards, as described in 2 CFR §§
200 et. seq.
E. Nondiscrimination. Grantee will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment or services because of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex,
disability or other handicap, age, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.
F. Termination. Either Party may terminate this Agreement for cause by providing written notice to
the other of the basis of termination. The defaulting Party shall have five (5) days to cure the
deficiency or non-compliance. If the deficiency or non-compliance is not cured within this time
period, the other Party shall terminate this Agreement for cause. In addition to termination of this
Agreement and/or any other remedies as provided by law, City may declare Grantee ineligible for
any further participation in City grant programming.
I. Termination for convenience. City may terminate this Agreement by, at least thirty(30) days
before the effective date of such termination, giving written notice to Grantee of such
termination and specifying the effective date thereof.
2. Termination for cause. Termination of this Agreement, in whole or in part, may occur for
cause, which shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
a. Failure to comply with any provision of this Agreement, the MSBG Rules, or any rule,
regulation, statute, executive order, or U.S. Treasury, State, or City guideline,policy or
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directive as may become applicable at any time;
b. Failure to fulfill in a timely and proper manner its obligations under this Agreement;
c. Improper use of funds provided under this Agreement; or
d. Submission of receipts,reports, or documents that are incorrect or incomplete in any
material respect.
3. Void if funds not available. In the event that MSBG funds for the purposes set forth in this
Agreement are not made available to City, this Agreement shall be void, and City shall have no
obligation to Grantee, whether under this Agreement or under any legal or equitable claim.
G. Repayment. In the event of termination for cause attributable to Grantee's acts or omissions,
Grantee shall, within fourteen (14) days of City's demand, reimburse City for all MSBG funds
disbursed.
H. Assignment. Grantee shall not assign or transfer any interest in this agreement without prior
written consent of City.
I. Non-waiver. Failure of either party to promptly enforce the strict performance of any term of this
Agreement shall not constitute a waiver or relinquishment of any party's right to thereafter enforce
such term, and any right or remedy hereunder may be asserted at any time, notwithstanding delay
in enforcement.
J. Compliance with law. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Grantee shall comply with any
and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
K. Exhibits. All exhibits to this Agreement are incorporated by reference and made a part of hereof
as if the exhibits were set forth in their entirety herein.
L. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and supersedes
any and all other agreements or understandings, oral or written, whether previous to the execution
hereof or contemporaneous herewith. The parties hereto may amend this Agreement at any time
provided that such amendments are executed in writing, approved by City's governing body, and
signed by a duly authorized representative of each party.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties shall cause this Agreement to be executed by their duly
authorized officers to be effective as of the day and year first above written.
GRANTEE:
St. Ignatius Catholic School
An rea Kan , Principal
CITY:
City of Meridian Attest:
By: Robert E. Simison, Mayor 2-23-2021 Chris Johnson, City Clerk 2-23-2021
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EXHIBIT A: APPROVED EXPENSES
Eligible Expense Amount
68 Wads 17940.00
Total Eligible Expenses 17,940.00
Approved Amount 15,000.00
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