CONTRACT TO PROVIDE LITTER PREVENTION AND ABATEMENT (3)CONTRACT
THIS CONTRACT, entered into this 1St day of October 2026, by and between
the CITY OF CLEARWATER ("City"), a Florida municipal corporation, P.O. Box 4748,
Clearwater, Florida 33758 and KEEP PINELLAS BEAUTIFUL, ("Corporation"), a Florida
not-for-profit corporation, 5090 66th Street North, St. Petersburg, Florida 33709, and
collectively as "Parties".
WHEREAS, the Corporation is the local affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, a not-
for-profit corporation that is the largest community improvement organization in the
United States, and operates the Keep America Beautiful national network of affiliates;
WHEREAS, the Corporation is a 501(c)(3) corporation registered to do business
in Florida whose daily operations are managed by an executive director who reports to
a volunteer board composed of local business and civic leaders;
WHEREAS, the Corporation is heavily involved in cleanup and beautification
activities in the City.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and
other good and valuable consideration, the Parties agree that the above terms, recitals,
and representations are true and accurate and are incorporated herein by reference, and
the Parties further agree as follows:
1. SCOPE OF PROJECT.
The Corporation agrees to provide litter prevention and abatement, adopt a
community program, education, and beautification programs, and as more fully described
in attached Exhibit A.
2. TIME OF PERFORMANCE.
The Contract Term shall commence on January 1, 2027, and end December 31, 2027.
This Contract shall supersede all prior contracts.
3. COMPENSATION.
The City agrees to pay the Corporation a sum not to exceed $25,000.00 as more fully
described in attached Exhibit A. Payment will be made within 30 days of receipt of
approved invoice.
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4. NOTICES AND CHANGES OF ADDRESS.
Any notice required or permitted to be given by the provisions of this Contract shall be
conclusively deemed to have been received by a party hereto on the date it is hand
delivered to such party at the address indicated below (or at such other address as
such party shall specify to the other party in writing), or if sent by registered or certified
mail (postage prepaid) on the fifth business day after the day on which such notice is
mailed and properly addressed.
KEEP PINELLAS BEAUTIFUL
Patricia A. DePlasco
Executive Director
5090 66th Street North
St. Petersburg, FL 33709
727.533.0402
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CITY OF CLEARWATER
Art Kader
Parks and Recreation Director
P.O. Box 4748
Clearwater, FL 33758
727.562.4824
art.kaderna myclearwater.com
5. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS.
Commercial General Liability Insurance coverage, including but not limited to,
premises operations, products/completed operations, products liability, contractual
liability, advertising injury, personal injury, death, and property damage in the
minimum amount of $1,000,000.00 per occurrence and $2,000,000.00 general
aggregate.
Commercial Automobile liability Insurance coverage for any owned, non -owned,
hired or borrowed automobile is required in the minimum amount of $1,000,000.00
combined single limit.
Unless waived by the State of Florida and proof of waiver is provided to the City,
statutory Workers Compensation Insurance coverage in accordance with the laws of
the State of Florida, and Employers Liability Insurance in the minimum amount of
$500,000.00 each employee each accident, $500,000.00 each employee by
disease, and $500,000.00 disease policy limit.
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Prior to the execution of this Agreement, and then annually upon the anniversary
date(s) of the insurance policy's renewal date(s) for as long as this Agreement
remains in effect, the Corporation will furnish the City with a Certificate of
Insurance(s), appropriate ACORD certificate, SIGNED by the Issuer, and with
applicable endorsements evidencing all of the coverages set forth herein and
naming the City as an "Additional Insured" on the Commercial General liability
Insurance and Auto Liability policies.
Upon request, the Corporation will provide the City with certified copies of all
applicable policies. The Corporation shall provide thirty (30) days written notice of
any cancellation, non -renewal, termination, material change or reduction in
coverage. The Corporation's insurance as outlined herein shall be primary and non-
contributory coverage for Corporation's negligence. The stipulated limits of coverage
above shall not be construed as a limitation of any potential liability to the City, and
City's failure to request evidence of this insurance shall not be construed as a
waiver of the Corporation's obligation to provide the insurance coverage specified.
6. INDEMNIFICATION
Subject to Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, the Corporation shall act as an
independent contractor and agrees to assume all risks of providing the program
activities and services herein agreed and all liability therefore, and shall defend,
indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its officers, agents, and employees from and
against any and all claims of Toss, liability and damages of whatever nature, to
persons and property, including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing,
death of any person and loss of the use of any property, except claims arising from
the negligence of the City or the City's agents or employees. This includes, but is
not limited to, matters arising out of or claimed to have been caused by or in any
manner related to the Corporation's activities or those of any approved or
unapproved invitee, contractor, subcontractor, or other person approved,
authorized, or permitted by the City whether or not based on negligence. Nothing
herein shall be construed as consent by the City to be sued by third parties, or as a
waiver or modification of the provisions or limits of Section 768.28, Florida Statutes,
or the Doctrine of Sovereign Immunity.
7. INTERESTS OF PARTIES.
The Corporation covenants that its officers, employees, and shareholders have no
interest and shall not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, which would conflict in
any manner or degree with the performance and/or provision of services required
under the terms and conditions of this Contract.
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8. CONFORMANCE WITH LAWS.
The Corporation agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
during the life of this Contract. The Corporation shall be responsible for obtaining
and maintaining any licenses, permits, documents, or other permissions necessary
for its operation.
9. GOVERNING LAW AND VENUE.
The laws of the State of Florida 'shall govern this Contract, and any action brought
by either party shall lie in Pinellas County, Florida.
10. DEFAULT
Failure or refusal by the Corporation or its members to perform or do any act herein
required shall constitute default. In the event of a default, in addition to any other
remedy available to the City, the City, upon thirty (30) days written notice, may
terminate this Contract. Such termination does not waive any other legal remedies
available to the City, including the repayment of all monies paid by the City to the
Corporation during the term of this Contract.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have caused this Contract to be signed in its
corporate/legal name by its authorized representatives or persons authorized to
execute this Contract on the date and year first above written.
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Exhibit A
KPB FY 2026 Program Proposal for the City of Clearwater
Request for Services: $25,000 per year
1. Litter prevention and abatement:
Goal: To provide litter prevention and abatement initiatives through public land
(beach/park/community) clean-up events in an effort to reduce litter throughout the
City of Clearwater.
KPB County Standard: Two major cleanup events per year
• Great American Cleanup (Spring - March) - two site minimum
• International Coastal cleanup (Fall - October) - two site minimum
Contract Deliverables: (minimum 30 cleanup events)
• In addition to the county standards listed above, KPB will provide minimum of 26
event cleanups in coordination with City of Clearwater per year.
• KPB will provide monthly program data (i.e. volunteers engaged, volunteer hours
logged, education topics presented, lbs. of litter abated, etc.) associated with all
litter abatement initiatives within the City of Clearwater.
City of Clearwater support:
• The City of Clearwater will assist with trash disposal through preapproved project
coordination.
• Provide guidance and recommendations for high -need site locations.
2. Education:
Goal: To encourage environmental stewardship throughout the City of Clearwater
through educational presentations and outreach initiatives.
KPB County Standard:
KPB will provide litter prevention and waste reduction education presentations to the
community members, youth, and businesses/civic organizations at City of
Clearwater facilities and events.
• Contract deliverables: KPB will provide minimum of two educational
presentations at City of Clearwater facilities and events. In addition to. waste
reduction and litter prevention presentations topics will include; litter prevention,
waste reduction, beautification.
• KPB will provide monthly data (i.e. number of presentations, volunteers
educated, education topics presented, etc.) representing education efforts within
the City of Clearwater.
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3. Outreach Events:
Contract deliverables: (minimum two presentations)
• KPB will promote ocean -friendly practices and recycling education at two City -
sponsored events.
• KPB will provide monthly data (i.e., event, number of attendees, volunteers)
representing outreach event efforts.
4. Beautification Programs:
Goal: To provide beautification initiatives to enhance the natural beauty and health
of habitat throughout the City of Clearwater.
Contract deliverables: (minimum two beautification events)
• With the support of the City of Clearwater to provide design guidance/assistance
as needed to ensure that expectations are met. KPB will lead two beautification
projects on City of Clearwater parks or facilities including native garden plantings,
invasive removals, habitat restoration effort, and other similar activities.
• KPB will provide monthly program data (Le. volunteers engaged, volunteer hours
logged, education associated with all beautification initiatives within the City of
Clearwater.
5. Litter Hotline:
KPB will continue to promote the Litter Hotline, a County supported litter removal
program to the City of Clearwater. KPB will provide monthly Litter Hotline data that
includes calls received, location of illegal dumping and weight and disposal. KPB will
provide flyers to the City to assist with marketing the program throughout the City of
Clearwater.
City of Clearwater support:
• City will provide guidance/assistance as needed to ensure that City expectations
are met.
6. Disclaimer:
KPB, prior to commencing any activities or programs in City of Clearwater parks,
public spaces and recreational facilities shall receive permission and work in
coordination/conjunction with a designated representative from the City of
Clearwater Parks & Recreation Department.
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2027 KPB Deliverables
2025-2026
Keep Pinellas
Beautiful
City of Clearwater
Deliverables
Deliverable
Category
Required (minimum)
Data
Community
Cleanups
Communityto
Improvement/cleanups
KPB will provide minimum of
26 event cleanups in addition
# of volunteers, # of
volunteer hours, litter
abated weight
the four events outlined
under KPB County Standard.
Educational
Presentations
Environmental
Education: litter,
prevention, waste
reduction, conservation,
beautification
two presentations per year
Educational topic,
Adult/Youth, # of
presentations #
volunteers, volunteer
hours
Outreach
Events
Environmental
Education: litter
prevention, waste
reduction, conservation.
Promote ocean friendly
practices for the public
two events per year
Outreach site: of
participants/visitors
Beautification
Beautification initiatives:
invasive plant removals,
tree and garden
plantings
two events per year
# volunteers, volunteer
hours, weight invasive
plants removed, identify
the # and types of plants
installed, educational
topics.
Litter Hotline
# of calls, location of illegal
dumping/ weight of litter
abated
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