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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2008-40 Agreement with AC Milan re_ Youth Soccer ProgramRESOLUTION NO. 2008-40 A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF KEY BISCAYNE, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE RECREATIONAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF KEY BISCAYNE AND AC MILAN FOR THE CREATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF A YOUTH SOCCER PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Village Council desires to retain the recreational management services of AC Milan (the "Consultant") for the creation and administration of a Youth Soccer Program for Village residents; and WHEREAS, the Village Council finds that approval of the attached Agreement for Recreational Management Services between Consultant and the Village is in the best interest of the Village. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF KEY BISCAYNE, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Recitals Adopted. That each of the recitals stated above is hereby adopted and confirmed. Section 2. Agreement Approved. That the certain Village of Key Biscayne Agreement for Recreational Management Services between the Village of Key Biscayne and AC Milan (the "Agreement"), in substantially the form attached hereto, is hereby approved, and the Village Manager and Village Clerk are authorized, in their respective capacities, to execute the Agreement on behalf of the Village, once approved by the Village Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency. Section 3. Implementation. That the Village Manager and Village Attorney are hereby authorized to take any necessary action to implement the purposes of this resolution and the Agreement. Section 4. Effective Date. That this Resolution shall be effective immediately upon adoption hereof. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of July , 2008. MAYOR ROBERT L. VERNON HITA H. ALVAREZ, CMC, VILLAGE CLE APPROVED AS 'O FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIE VIL AGE A AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF KEY BISCAYNE AND STEPSTONE ENTERPRISES LLC FOR RECREATIONAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES THIS AGREEMENT (this "Agreement") is entered into this July 8 , 2008 between the Village of Key Biscayne, a Florida municipal corporation (the "VILLAGE"), and Stepstone Enterprises LLC, a Florida limited liability company (the "CONTRACTOR"). WHEREAS, the VILLAGE desires to retain the professional services of the CONTRACTOR to provide recreational management services; and WHEREAS, the CONTRACTOR desires to provide recreational management services to the VILLAGE and its residents. ARTICLE 1 SCOPE OF SERVICES 1.1 The CONTRACTOR shall provide recreational management services and oversight for the Village of Key Biscayne youth soccer program (the "Program"). The CONTRACTOR shall be prepared to provide for appropriate levels of skill development and training for no less than four hundred (400) Program participants ranging in ages from five (5) to sixteen (16) years old in accordance with the conditions and specifications as set forth in the CONTRACTOR's Letter of Interest and the Additional Information provided by CONTRACTOR (both attached hereto as Exhibit "A") and all existing and future rules, regulations, and procedures relating to the usage of the VILLAGE facilities. 1.2 The CONTRACTOR shall conduct soccer related recreational and educational programs, activities, events, leagues, games, and services (the "Program Events") as assigned by the VILLAGE Manager, or his designee, in a professional, careful and responsible manner with due regard for the safety of the participants and others, during normal operating hours. A preliminary schedule of such Program Events is attached hereto as Exhibit "B". 1 The preliminary ; provided that this schedule shall e VILLAGE shall have the right to require the CONTRACTOR to alter such schedule as determined by the VILLAGE in its sole discretion. 1.3 The CONTRACTOR shall be solely responsible for providing and compensating all instructors, counselors, officials, and coaches associated with the Program. 1.4 The VILLAGE shall permit the CONTRACTOR to access the Facilities (as defined in Section 2.1) during those times in which Program Events are scheduled to take place at such Facilities. 1.5 The CONTRACTOR shall ensure that a minimum of one coach at each Program event is First Aid and CPR certified. 1.6 Prior to the registration of Program participants, the CONTRACTOR shall advise the VILLAGE's Park and Recreation Director (the "Director"), in writing, of its proposed detailed schedule of Program Events (the "Detailed Schedule"). Such Detailed Schedule shall include the time, location, Facility, personnel, and such other information as shall be requested by the Director. The Director shall have the right to make any changes he desires to the Detailed Schedule and to determine when and where Program Events take actually take place. The CONTRACTOR shall conduct and manage all Program Events, leagues, and services as directed by the Director, in his sole discretion. In the event the CONTRACTOR desires to make changes to the Detailed Schedule, such changes must be approved by the Director. 1.7 The CONTRACTOR shall collect and maintain attendance reports, schedules, and player evaluation forms for all Program participants. The CONTRACTOR shall deliver originals or copies of all such documents to the VILLAGE Clerk upon expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement. 1.8 The CONTRACTOR shall make provisions for the acceptance of participants with special needs and scholarship participants as determined by the VILLAGE on an individual basis. 1.9 The CONTRACTOR shall provide to the Director the names and background screening for each instructor, counselor, official, volunteer, and coach associated with the Program prior to the start of each league or as soon as the CONTRACTOR determines that it would like to utilize a particular individual in carrying out its obligations under this Agreement. No instructor, counselor, official, 2 volunteer, or coach shall be a part of the Program unless the Director has approved of that individual (each such individual being an "Approved Person" for purposes of Section 1.13). 1.10 The CONTRACTOR shall ensure that all coaches involved in the Program are certified by the Florida Youth Soccer Association ("FYSA"). 1.11 The CONTRACTOR shall purchase, at its own expense, the items the CONTRACTOR is required to purchase pursuant to Section 2.3 hereof, and shall advise the Director if the CONTRACTOR believes the VILLAGE should purchase any additional, new, or replacement equipment (such as goals and corner flags) required to prepare the Facilities for soccer activities. This paragraph shall in no way limit the CONTRACTOR's obligation to purchase, at its own expense, those items required by Section 2.3. 1.12 The CONTRACTOR shall actively supervise the daily operation of all Program Events. The CONTRACTOR shall ensure that at least one FYSA certified coach (as described in Section 1.10) is present and onsite during any Program Event. 1.13 The CONTRACTOR shall actively supervise youth soccer teams and each Program participant at all times during Program Events. At least one adult Approved Person shall be present in a supervising capacity for each fifteen children participating in any Program Event (e.g. if 16 children are participating in an event, then at least two adult Approved Persons shall be present and supervising). 1.14 The VILLAGE shall permit the CONTRACTOR to use the Facilities during Program Events (at times scheduled by the Director), but the CONTRACTOR may not use the Facilities at any other times without the consent of the Director. 1.15 The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for enforcing compliance with the approved rules for all leagues and programs. The VILLAGE reserves the right to enact other rules, if necessary, at its sole discretion. 1.16 The CONTRACTOR shall ensure that all officials, coaches, counselors, volunteers, and instructors undergo thorough background screening, including fingerprinting and criminal background check prior to supervising children, and shall furnish all reports to the VILLAGE. The VILLAGE reserves the right to suspend, bar, or expel any official, coach, counselor, volunteer, or 3 instructor for any reason, at its sole discretion, without recourse from the subject person or the CONTRACTOR. ARTICLE 2 PROGRAM FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT 2.1 The VILLAGE shall permit the CONTRACTOR to conduct the Program Events outlined in this Agreement on certain designated playing fields within the VILLAGE. The designated areas for the Program Events are the Village Green, Key Biscayne Community School, Crandon Park, and St. Agnes field (each a "Facility" and collectively, the "Facilities"). The VILLAGE shall prepare the Facility for each Program Event by ensuring the presence of soccer goals and corner flags. The CONTRACTOR shall notify the VILLAGE of any special maintenance requirements for a Facility at least seven (7) days prior to the event requiring the special maintenance requirement. 2.2 Upon completion of a Program Event, the CONTRACTOR shall remove all of its personal property from the Facility so that the Facility is in substantially the same condition as it was prior to the Program Event, reasonable wear and tear from Program Events excepted (it being understood that the CONTRACTOR shall have no obligation to perform field maintenance). 2.3 The CONTRACTOR shall purchase and provide, at its own expense, all equipment necessary for the Program including, without limitation, soccer balls, cones, and uniforms; provided the CONTRACTOR shall not be required to purchase soccer goals and corner flags. The CONTRACTOR shall provide two uniforms for each Program participant: (1) a blue and white "home" uniform unique to the Program and (2) an A.C. Milan branded "away" uniform. Participants shall be instructed to wear the "home" uniforms during all Program Events, except for games played outside of the VILLAGE, during which the participants shall be instructed to wear the "away" uniform. The CONTRACTOR shall not order uniforms without VILLAGE's prior approval as to quantity and aesthetics of those uniforms. ARTICLE 3 TERM OF AGREEMENT 3.1 This Agreement shall remain in full force and effect for a period of one (1) year commencing on the date shown in the first paragraph of this Agreement and may be extended for up to three (3) 4 additional one (1) year terms at the discretion of the VILLAGE, acting by and through the VILLAGE Manager. ARTICLE 4 FEES AND COMPENSATION 4.1 Provided the CONTRACTOR fulfills its obligations under this Agreement to the reasonable satisfaction of the VILLAGE, the VILLAGE shall pay to the CONTRACTOR the "Total Annual Amount", which shall be the sum of the following: (a) the total amount of registration fees actually collected by the VILLAGE from individuals participating in recreational leagues and programs managed by the CONTRACTOR under this Agreement, including fees for post -season leagues and the international tournament; provided that in the event the VILLAGE requires the CONTRACTOR to manage its extended season/camp soccer league, the Total Annual Amount shall only include up to $10,000 as a result of registration fees collected by the VILLAGE for the extended season/camp soccer league (collectively, the "Fee Revenue"); (b) the amounts actually received by the VILLAGE due to fundraising events managed by the CONTRACTOR, up to a maximum of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000); (c) the amounts actually received by the VILLAGE due to sponsorships of the soccer programs managed by the CONTRACTOR, up to a maximum of Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000); and The items listed in (b) and (c) above shall collectively be referred to as the "Other Revenue". 4.2 Payment of the Total Annual Amount shall be made in monthly installments of Fee Revenue and Other Revenue as described in this paragraph. It is anticipated that the majority of Fee Revenue will be received at the beginning of a particular soccer program. That total amount of Fee Revenue for a particular soccer program, MINUS any amounts advanced to the CONTRACTOR pursuant to Section 4.3, shall be divided by the number of months in the soccer program and paid to the CONTRACTOR in monthly installments over the course of that soccer program. Any Fee Revenue received after a payment has been made to the CONTRACTOR 5 shall be proportionately paid to the CONTRACTOR over the months remaining in that particular soccer program. The "Other Revenue" portion of the monthly installment shall be calculated by dividing the amount of Other Revenue not yet paid to the CONTRACTOR by the number of months remaining under this Agreement. 4.3 Upon the CONTRACTOR's request, the VILLAGE shall advance to the CONTRACTOR amounts reasonably required to permit the CONTRACTOR to order uniforms and equipment it is obligated to purchase under this Agreement, provided that (a) the Director shall have the right to review and require changes or alterations to such purchase, (b) no such purchase shall be made prior to the Director's review, (c) the CONTRACTOR shall submit to the Director purchase orders and/or invoices or quotes detailing the costs of the purchase prior to placing an order for same; and (d) all amounts advanced to the CONTRACTOR shall be subtracted from Fee Revenue for purposes of calculating monthly installment payments under Section 4.2 hereof. 4.4 All fees for Program Events and participation shall be approved and collected by the VILLAGE Manager, and the CONTRACTOR shall not alter existing fees or introduce any new fees without the written approval of the VILLAGE Manager. The CONTRACTOR shall not charge any participant for any other services not contained in the Agreement. 4.5 Any items, and the pricing of those items, which the CONTRACTOR desires to sell to Program participants ("Permitted Items") shall be approved by the Director prior to the CONTRACTOR offering any item for sale. The CONTRACTOR shall be permitted to collect its price, as approved by the Director, for any Permitted Items directly from the Program participants purchasing those items. Any such amounts collected shall belong to the CONTRACTOR and shall not be a part of the Total Annual Amount. 4.6 The CONTRACTOR shall retain all books and league lists/rosters in accordance with standard accounting procedures, and shall deliver originals or copies of such documents to the VILLAGE Clerk upon expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement. Some of these documents and the documents referenced in Section 1.7 may constitute public records under Florida law. As a result, the delivery of these records to the VILLAGE is a material provision of this Agreement. The CONTRACTOR agrees to timely produce any of the above -referenced documents upon request by the VILLAGE at 6 any time during the term of this Agreement to comply with applicable public records laws. The VILLAGE shall be permitted to withhold the final payment to CONTRACTOR until it receives the documents referenced herein and in Section 1.7. 4.7 The CONTRACTOR may solicit sponsors for recreational sports leagues, subject to the VILLAGE's approval which may be granted, withheld, or conditioned, in the VILLAGE's sole discretion. The CONTRACTOR agrees that the VILLAGE may condition any such sponsorship on the VILLAGE receiving a particular portion of fees or costs paid by such sponsor. Sponsors shall not be solicited without the express written consent of the Director. As described in Section 4.1, the first $20,000 of the sponsorship funds that the VILLAGE receives under this Agreement shall be part of the Total Annual Amount; any additional funds the VILLAGE receives from sponsors shall be retained by the VILLAGE. 4.8 In the event (a) the Total Annual Amount is less than $364,600.00 (such amount being the "Total Revenue" reflected in the 2008-2009 Operating Budget attached hereto as Exhibit "C" excluding revenue from merchandise sales and "shared camp revenue") or, in the event that the VILLAGE requires the CONTRACTOR to manage its "extended league" soccer league, less than $374,600.00, (b) the Total Annual Amount is insufficient to fund the Program's operations (i.e. Program expenses exceeds the Total Annual Amount), and (c) such shortfall is not due to the CONTRACTOR's negligence, mismanagement, or failure to attempt to maximize revenue, then the VILLAGE agrees to fund the shortfall between the Total Annual Amount and Program expenses up to a maximum of $10,000. In the event CONTRACTOR believes it is entitled to the $10,000 payment described herein, CONTRACTOR shall notify the VILLAGE at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of this Agreement. If the VILLAGE determines, in its reasonable discretion, that this payment is warranted, the payment shall be a part of the final payment to be made to the CONTRACTOR under this Agreement. ARTICLE 5 TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT This Agreement may be terminated upon ten (10) days written notice from the VILLAGE at the VILLAGE'S sole discretion. In the event of termination by the VILLAGE, the CONTRACTOR shall not be entitled to any compensation other than that earned prior to and during the notice period. 7 ARTICLE 6 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR The CONTRACTOR has control over the means and methods by which it performs the services. The CONTRACTOR, its employees and agents shall be deemed independent contractors and not agents or employees of the VILLAGE, and shall not attain any rights or benefits generally afforded to the VILLAGE employees; further, the CONTRACTOR, its employees and agents shall not be deemed entitled to the VILLAGE'S worker's compensation, insurance benefits or similar laws. ARTICLE 7 INDEMNIFICATION CLAUSE The CONTRACTOR agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the VILLAGE and the VILLAGE'S agents, officers, and employees from and against any and all claims, suits, damages, liabilities or causes of action arising during the term of this Agreement, arising out of, related to, or in any way connected with the performance or non-performance of any provision of this Agreement required of the CONTRACTOR, including personal injury, loss of life or damage to property and from and against any orders, judgments or decrees which may be entered, and from and against all costs, attorney's fees, and expenses incurred in and about the defense of any such claim and the investigation thereof, regardless of the negligence of the VILLAGE or the VILLAGE'S agents, officers, and employees. ARTICLE 8 INSURANCE 7.1 The CONTRACTOR shall provide, pay for, and maintain in force at all times during the period of this Agreement, a Comprehensive General Liability Insurance Policy with minimum bodily injury coverage of $1,000,000.00 (one million dollars) and $200,000.00 (two hundred thousand dollars) property damage liability. 7.2 The CONTRACTOR shall secure workers compensation insurance in the amount required by Florida Statute for all employees to the extent required for compliance with the "Workers' Compensation Laval' (Ch. 440, F.S.) of the State of Florida and any applicable federal laws. 8 7.3 The CONTRACTOR shall secure a Business Automobile Liability policy with a minimum coverage of One Million Dollars (1,000,000.00) per occurrence combined single limit for Bodily Injury Liability and Property Damage Liability. 7.4 The VILLAGE shall be named, as an additional insured on all insurance policies the CONTRACTOR is required to provide, except for any applicable Workers Compensation insurance . ARTICLE 9 MISCELLANEOUS 8.1 The CONTRACTOR shall, without additional expenses to the VILLAGE be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits, and for complying with any applicable federal, state, county, and municipal laws, ordinances, and regulations in connection with the performance of the services specified herein. The CONTRACTOR shall take proper safety and health precautions, including the employment of needed assistance, to protect participants, the VILLAGE, the public and property of others. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for all service performed or required to be performed pursuant to this Agreement. 8.2 The CONTRACTOR shall not promote any privately owned business in a VILLAGE park faculty or solicit any participant in a VILLAGE park for any privately owned business. It is further understood that such action(s) may result in immediate termination of the Agreement and the forfeiture of all compensation due to the CONTRACTOR. 8.3 The CONTRACTOR shall meet with the Director or designee, and shall attend all meetings as required. 8.4 No modification, amendment, or alteration of the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement shall be effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same formality and equal dignity herewith. 8.5 This Agreement is non -transferable or assignable, and the CONTRACTOR agrees not to transfer or assign the performance of services called for in the Agreement. 8.6 This Agreement sets forth the full and complete understanding of the Parties as of the effective date, and supersedes any and all 9 negotiations, agreements, and representations made or dated prior to this Agreement. 8.7 This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and such counterparts shall constitute one and the same instrument. 8.8 If any term or provision of this Agreement shall to any extent be held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall not be affected thereby, and each remaining term and provision of this Agreement shall be valid and be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law. 8.9 The failure of either party to this Agreement to object to or to take affirmative action with respect to any conduct of the other which is in violation of the terms of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of the violation or breach, or of any future violation, breach or wrongful conduct. 8.10 In the event of any litigation arising out of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its attorneys' fees and costs, including the fees and expenses of any paralegals, law clerks and legal assistants, and including fees and expenses charged for representation at both the trial and appellate levels. 8.11 In the event of any litigation arising out of this Agreement, each party hereby knowingly, irrevocably, voluntarily and intentionally waives its right to trial by jury. 8.12 Any notices required by this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been properly given if transmitted by hand - delivery, by registered or certified mail with postage prepaid return receipt requested, or by a private postal service, addressed to the parties (or their successors) at the following addresses: For the Village: With a copy to: Genaro " Chip" Inglesias Village Manager The Village of Key Biscayne 88 West McIntyre Street Key Biscayne, FL 33149 Stephen J. Helfman, Esq. Village Attorney Weiss Serota Helfman Pastoriza Cole & Boniske, P.L. 2525 Ponce de Leon Blvd. 10 Coral Gables, Florida 33134 For The Contractor: Stepstone Enterprises LLC 1830 South Ocean Drive, Apt. 2507 Hallandale, Florida 33009 THE REST OF THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 11 IN WITNESS THEREOF, the parties hereto have made and executed this Agreement on the date above: The VIII . ge of K - y B . cayne By:. Genaro " Chi • " I.les s Village Manager ATTEST: Village Clerk idie onchita Alvarez APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM: PLO Village Attorney 12 CONTRACTOR BY: Name: Eddie Marls Title: Manager EXHIBIT "A" 5.;,4 1. Proposed Contractor Objective: The Milan Academy and A.C. Milan (Nominated by FIFA as the world's most successful soccer club and youth development program) would like to offer the community of Key Biscayne a permanent and seasonal Soccer Camp and Soccer Academy Program, with focus on the Integral Development of children of all social and ethnic backgrounds. This program will be implemented through benchmarked short and long term goals with the supervision and planning of experienced professionals, the use of technology, innovation, science and with the effort of its network of national and international staff. 2. Proposed Contractor Organizational History Summary: A.C. Milan, a world renowned institution was founded in 1899. The Milan Academy Program is conducted in 178 locations world wide. Over 100,000 children form part of this program every year and it has been the leading Integral Development program in the Americas and in the world for the passed 11 years. This program is managed by Stepstone Enterprises LLC, an international sports and special events management company operating on behalf of A.C. Milan in 22 states in the USA, Canada and in 13 countries in Latin America providing support to educational, social and recreational programs in the specified territories benefiting parents, children, coaches and other professionals through Clinics, workshops, Masters Courses, Charity Events and Sports Programs targeted towards the promotion of family values, crime prevention, professional formation and a healthy mindset. 3. Proposed Contractor's Biographical Information: Eddie Marles, A.C. Milan Managing Director for North and Latin America has been responsible for the implementation and growth of the A.C. Milan Youth Program since 2004 and is directly responsible for its continued growth and unique success through his use of public relations, management and marketing skills, planning and projections. Mr. Marles is also the founder and President of Stepstone Enterprises and has transformed this USA based company into an international Events Management Company with 40 staff members and or contractors, overseeing operations for more than thirty thousand (30,000) families, children, trainers and educators. Camplonati Italians Coppa Italia Supercoppa Italian Coppa del Campioni Coppa delle Coppe Supercoppa Europea Coppa Intercontinentale 1967-1972-1973-1977-2003 1988-1992-1993-1994 1963-1969-1989-1990-1994-2003 1968-1973 1989-1990-1994-2003 1969-1989-1990 1►t:)..... 4'1,1Q1 L'.., n') LCfQQ'74 ......... .....:t .« ..«. DL A .. C/nnnn Eddie Marles formed part of the USA Olympic Wrestling Team where he developed his sense of leadership and attended numerous Universities in the United States, Europe and in Latin America. Mr. Marles presently provides consulting services for other professional soccer teams from Europe and Latin America and is developing a social development model program plan for the United Nations. This plan will be launched on June 30, 2008 in the city of Pereira, Colombia and it is expected to expand throughout Latin America within the next 12 months. Other Key Staff: Jose Soto, a Springfield College sports physiology graduate, is Milan Academy's Quality Control Manager and Logistics Coordinator for the all Milan Academies in North America. Mr. Soto has been responsible for the diffusion of the Milan Soccer Camp program in CT, VA, GA, NY, MA and FL. Mr. Soto has been responsible for the A.C. Milan coordination and organization of Major events such as the NSCAA Convention, USYSA Convention, the WSYSA (Palooza) convention, Milan Park Disney Showcase, Banamex Expo Futbol (Mexico City). Mr. Soto has worked directly with Milan Lab (A.C. Milan's sports medicine laboratory) and the A.C. Milan Team in Milan, Italy and is in charge of following progress reports, analysis, evaluations, including surveys and testing for academy children in the USA. Director Of Coaches Mirco Gubellini: Presently undergoing a masters course in the Milan Academy formational school in Milan, Italy. Over 200 hours of intense training with the guidance of the Catholic University of Milan, Milan Lab and the Milan Academy Staff in Italy. Mr. Gubellini is a former Italian League professional player and Youth Development trainer with experience in 30 different countries with over 10 years in this field. Mirco is presently the Director of Coaches for the Milan Academy Program in Doral, FL. where he manages a staff of 15 trainers and 450 children of Development and Elite levels. im .nati Italian i I V9 ! ? I a Coppa Italia Supercoppa Itallana Coppa del Campion Coppa delle Coppe Supercoppa Europea Coppa Intercontinentale 1967-1972-19734977-2003 1988-1992-1993-1994 1963-1969-1989-1990-1994-2003 1968-1973 1989-1990-1994-2003 19694989-1990 A.f n 10111 lailann - Via Pilinnn Tiirat4 2 _ Tvlsafnnn n7 41121 _ 1 .v Al 44O44'7K ................:1,... ,.n... DD A .. C411(1/1n (7' 4. Description of Managed Programs and Events: 2007/2008 -Milan Academy, City of Doral, FL. 450 Children in Recreational, Development and Competitive levels. Year long program 2007/2008- Milan Academy, City of Santa Clarita, CA. 350 Children in Recreational, Development and Competitive levels. Year long program 2007/2008- Galassia Milan International Talent Clinic and Tournament. Milan, Italy 2006-2008- Milan Academy, City of Toronto, Ontario. 100 Children in Elite level 2004-2008 NSCAA, USYSA, WSYSA, CALSOUTH EXPO Conventions, Milan Park, Disney Showcase 3v3 Finals 2004-2008 Milan Junior Camp Program North American locations Queens NY Phoenix, AZ Stanford, CT Olivett, MI Winchester, VA Indianapolis, IN Norfolk, VA Toronto, ON Fairfax, VA Doral, FL Atlanta and Lilburn, GA Glendale, CA Plymouth, MI Santa Clarita, CA Riverside, CA San Francisco, CA Latin American Locations Guayaquil, Ecuador Santiago, Chile Caracas, Venezuela Panama City, Panama Pereira, Colombia Medellin, Colombia Sao Paolo, Brazil Cali, Colombia Bucaramanga, Colombia Masters Courses 2008 -Bogota, Colombia 2008 -Pereira, Colombia 2007 -Panama City, Panama Cuenca, Ecuador Quito, Ecuador Mexico City, Mexico Bogota, Colombia Cali, Colombia Lima, Peru Buenos Aires, Argentina Sabaneta, Colombia Clinics Baltimore, MD, Santa Clarita, CA, Doral, FL Campionati Italian) Y Coppa Italia Supercoppa Italian 1967-1972-1973-1977-2003 1988-1992-1993-1994 Coppa dei Campioni Coppa dells Coppe 1963-1969-1989-1990-1994-2003 1968-1973 Supercoppa Europea 1989-1990-19942003 Coppa Intercontinentale 1969-1989-1990 A;f n 7(1171 Milann - Via Pilinnn Thrati - T.1pfnnn M 1')')R1 _ Pay !1') ASOS2Q'7 _ DD A .. C4nnAA EXHIBIT "B" Event Name 2008-2009 Key Biscayne 510 Pl ayers Location Key Biscayne -MIAMI, FL Boys Competitive Players Boys Developmental Players Girls Competitive Players Girls Development Players Total Fee s Post Season activities Camp Shared Revenue International To urnament Merchandise Sales Fund Raisers Spo nsorships Total Other Revenues 230 180 50 50 Costs Time Periods Total 560 460 560 460 6 Months 5 Months 6 Months 5 Months 200 165 2 months 30 200 TOTAL USD 2008/09 $ 128,800 .00 $ 82,800.00 $ 28,000 .00 $ 23,000.00 $ 262, 600 .00 $ 66,000.00 $ 10,000 .00 $ 6,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 115,000.00 $ 377, 600 .00 Coache s 40 Boys Teams 410 boys Coaches 8 girls Teams for 100 players Post season coaches Total Co ac he s Expense 20 700 6 Months 4 700 6 Months 8 700 2 84,000.00 $ 16,800.00 $ 11,200.00 $ 112,000.001 1 President, Technical Director, Manager & Assistant Manager Total Staffing Cost Boys Passes League Registration Boys Play Off Referees (To tal League Gosts Balls (500 balls per 410 Players) i $ 123,800.00 $ 235,800.00 tip 280 26.00 26.00 26.00 30 5$ 200 190 50 4 Variable 6 $ 8,400.00 $ 5,200.00 $ 4,940 .00 $ 31,200.00 49, 740.00 i Bibs Goals,Cones, Discs, Flags, Rims, Ladders coolers, tents Total 600 300 11 6 6 Months 1 Anually Anually $ 6,600.00 $ 1,800.00 $ 3,000.00 Playe rs Uniforms Competitive 3-3-3 & 1 - Players Uniforms Development 2- 2- 2 & Staff Uniforms 2-2-2-1TRAIN I NG BAG Numbering of Uniforms Total Unifo rms $ 1,000.00 12,400.001 280 230 24 510 135 95 90 4,500 1 Anually 1 Anually 1 Anually $ 37,800 .00 $ 21,850.00 $ 2,160.00 Printing & Publications Visual Identity Marketing Supplies Publicity Total $ 4,500.00 66,310.001 Coaches Licenses Attorney 1 A nually 1 Anually 1 Anually 1 Anually $ 1,000.00 $ 500.00 $ 1,000 .00 $ 1,000.00 $ 3,500.00) A nually 1,000 1,000.00 3,000 .00 5,000.00 Total of Expenses Total Reve n u e Revenue over Expenditiures $ 373,250 .00 $ 377,600.00 $ 4,350.00 EXHIBIT "C" Request for Letters of Interest In its continued efforts to serve the residents of the Village of Key Biscayne, the Parks and Recreation Department (the "Department") is currently seeking to develop a youth soccer program designed to educate area children about the game of soccer and provide them with an avenue for basic skill development. To that end, the Department invites qualified and experienced individuals or firms (the "Proposed Contractor ") who would like to oversee the development and implementation of a successful youth soccer program, capable of meeting the goals of the Department, to submit a letter of interest for the consideration of the Village, including review and input from the Village's Youth Athletics Advisory Board. Letters of interest submitted to the Village shall include the following: (1) an outline of the type of program the Proposed Contractor intends to design and implement for the Village including an explanation of how it will achieve the Department's stated goals, (2) a brief organizational history of the Proposed Contractor ; (3) biographical infoiination of the Proposed Contractor's proposed director for the program as well as any key staff, and (4) a list and description of all soccer programs, leagues, and events previously developed and managed by the Proposed Contractor . Submissions ( including an original and ten (10) copies) must be received by the Village in the form of a Letter of Interest ,which meets the requirements which are set forth herein , no later than 3p.m., on Monday, June 9th, 2008, at the Office of the Village Clerk, located at 88 W. McIntyre Street, Suite 220, Key Biscayne , Florida 33149 . Faxes and email submittals are not acceptable. Each qualified and responsive Proposed Contractor shall be evaluated based on the experience of their staff, history of developing successful programs and ability to meet the stated goals of the Department. Following a thorough evaluation of the qualifications of each Proposed Contractor, the Youth Athletics Advisory Board may invite up to the four (4) most qualified Proposed Contractors to make a presentation to the Board. Any final decision of the Village to authorize negotiations of a contract with the Proposed Contractor shall be up to the final decision of the Village Council and shall be subject to any recommendations of the Village Manager. Any questions involving the Letter of Interest process shall be made in writing and directed to: Todd Hofferberth, Parks and Recreation Director Parks and Recreation Department Village of Key Biscayne 10 Village Green Way Key Biscayne, FL 33149 FAX (305) 365-8991 E-mail: thofferberth@keybiscayne.fl.gov EXHIBIT "D" Page 1 or 1 Todd Hofferberth From: eddiemarls@aol.com Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 2:11 PM To: Todd Hofferberth Subject: questions for AC Milan Attachments: Key Bisc 6 30 08.zip Dear Sirs, Thank you for this great opportunity and for providing us the possibility to illustrate the Milan Academy Program. We hope that you will base your decision on all the criteria that are essential for placing in charge an organization that is opt in managing a true soccer program for the benefit of its children, with the needed guidance, leadership, professionalism and image as it will reflect the capacity and ability of your board. We would like to express our total confidence in your decision, as we are confident of our program and of the work we have done thorough out the world in the the USA. Every year 100,000 children take part in our activities through the implementation of basic, interactive, entertaining and targeted programs for boys and girls of all athletic, technical levels and ethnical backgrounds. This is acheived in conjuction with the use of technology, innovation, research, science and a group of true soccer professionals. Thank you for this opportunity. Best regards, Eddie Marles Get the Moviefone Toolbar. Showtimes, theaters, movie news, & more! 7/3/2008 Parents' S ur veys Result s The academy program is of high quality. The academy is run in an organized, and professional manner Teams' sizes and training groups' sizes are great . e aca • emy provides access to a v ariety o training ma terials a nd res ource s to help the development of the players The academy's facilities are clean and well maintained . The Director of Coaching has brought a progressive and innovative tra ining method to the academy (Mirco Gubellini) The Director of Coaching sho ws the ability to better the level of the academy The Director of Coachin g seems to be a ssisting in the identificatio n of quality trainers/co aches for the A cademy The coach of your child's team implements practices with a progressive lesson plan that incorporates a warm up, technical, tactical, and game related drills, scrimmages and a game The co ach implements clear a nd we ll -orga nized practices The coa ch is teaching a nd developing the players as individuals and as a team The coa ch is dynamic and inspires the players while still demanding a high level of soccer The coach shows leadership during game day The c oach and staff beha ve in a profess ional manner at all academy events and treat e very one with respe ct. Including opponents, parents, re ferees and the ge nera l public the coach and sta ff have a profess ional appea rance at all times The Vice President of the academy is professional and well o rganized (Marcelo Landau) The 2"° vice president of the academy is professional and well organiz ed (Be ymar Piraquive) The Administrative coordinator of the academy is pro fessional and well organized (Sonia Vega) 15 20 12 18 17 21 19 36 28 12 14 22 9 5 2 6 1 4 6 1 2 19 16 3 2 7 2 6 4 3 4 48 48 48 48 48 48 96 48 14 19 4 3 4 4 48 25 16 4 2 27 18 3 26 17 4 28 13 5 26 17 3 1 48 48 1 48 2 48 2 48 20 23 2 2 1 48 32 15 1 48 6 17 8 10 7 48 14 20 6 18 23 7 1 7 48 48 I feel proud and excited that my child is wearing the AC Milan team colors My family and I hav e become fans of AC Milan since we joined the Academy I would like my child's team to travel to Milan to participate in an AC M ilan toumament or clinic program in the future e acaemy is goo • at communicating wit par ents in a timely and organized manner Communication and general organization has improved in the last two months/ Website and email communication I am ha ppy to be a parent in the a cademy I would like to become a volunteer for the academy. My overall satisfaction with the academy is high and I would rec ommend the academy to my friends Total 24 20 4 24 18 2 26 19 3 12 20 7 17 14 9 9 26 10 8 16 13 14 24 8 504 490 120 4 5 5 3 7 4 3 1 4 2 56 48 30 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 Thank you all for the opportunity to further detail the information which we have already provided. These questions reflect the points that we had actually covered in our presentation and that were addressed and provided in our documentation. Please refer to the CD and Paper copy of the material we provided at the meeting. In this documentation and CD material you will find the entire Milan Academy Program, approach, philosophy and method of implementation of our initiatives 1. Does your organization have insurance? Please describe the policy you have. Yes, It is Francis L. Dean and Associates. 307 West 7th Street, Suite 1720 Fort Worth, Texas76102 Phone (800) 375-0552 Fax (817) 810-0477 Policy attached. Max. market coverage for events and sports activities to be activated in each location. We have a general global policy and for every event location we make an amendment. 2. Is you organization incorporated and in good standing with the State of Florida? Please provide the corporate information. In good standing. Articles of incorporation are attached. Stepstone Enterprises LLC is the AC Milan event and camp/academy management company for the Americas. 3. Is your organization equipped to handle girls soccer separately with psychological strategy geared towards girls? Understanding the difference between both programs and their integration is indispensable to the general club progress. Though different, boys and girls have equal capacity and ability to develop their talent. Women may need a different mean for measurement when it comes to physical and psychological pressures and demands. Basic physical training will differ in a women's program as their biological, genetical and environmental conditions will require diverse training and scientific approaches. Muscular- skeletal injuries (structures), for example require focus on hips, knee joints and ankles. Basic balance and stability exercises will differ in a men's and women's training program. Physical and genetical differences in women, the recent participation of women in competitive sports and other conditions are a reality that is particularly linked to the psychological factors in women who play this sport. Knowledgeable coaches will understand this difference and a well trained Technical Director will also understand it, thus implementing a proper program that is different but parallel. Our technical Directors are prepared for this task which includes team building exercises, enhanced communication through team activities, confidence building through validation, acknowledgement, accomplishments and abilities. 4. Can your organization provide us with at least 10 coaches and guarantee that they are properly licensed to teach, have clear criminal backgrounds and legal US immigration status. Please provide a list of coaches. Yes we can. We wish to begin working with the coaches in the current program in order not create a situation of trauma or shock to the players and their families, and conduct a filtering process through which we will identify those individuals who are better qualified, referenced and have clearance with local authorities. The program needs to part from its current base. We will then add other professionals from our list and begin a proper search. Mirco Gubellini, Cristiano Scapolo, Alessandro Sbrizzo, Wilmar Montoya, Jose Soto, Carlos Barone, Davide Corti, Mateus Manoel, Mauro Ardizzone, Roberto Tumiati, Roberto Alessio, 5. Can each academy provide the cost per child for a recreational/intramural season and a traveling/competitive season? Please provide a detailed budget proposal. Attached. There are five different scenarios that we can discuss with the board in order to decide what is best for the families, the Village board and for the program management. 6. I would like to know each organizations fees they will be charging per participant, length of season as it pertains to said fees. What each participant will be receiving (uniforms, 1 or 2 coaches, balls, etc...) Please see attached budget. Includes a complete uniform with an Adidas home and away jersey, a training jersey and a gym bag. All children will have a ball to train with. There will be one coach per every two teams and assistant coaches plus technical Director 7. Please discuss anticipated sponsorship funds and how these sponsorship funds would be allocated (split) between the `managing' organization and the Village. This is to be discussed in detail as the sponsorship funds would be reinvested into the program for the bettering of infrastructure, participation in tournaments, coaches, doctors, strength and conditioning coaches, psychologists and coaches education. Split amounts would be negotiated according to the necessities of the Village and of the program itself. 8. Please disclose any business or other financial relationship, directly or indirectly, past or present, which you or your company/organization has with any Board member of the Key Biscayne Athletic Club (KBAC), the Key Biscayne Youth Athletic Advisory Board (KBYAAB), or any other representative or employee of the Village of Key Biscayne. If no such relationship exists, please state "None". None 9. Please provide reference letters from municipalities and organizations with whom you have worked with over the past three years. Attached Form S-4 (Rev, December 2001) Department of the Treasury Internet Revenue Service Application for Employer Identification Number (For use by employers, corporations partnerships trusts estates churches government agencies, Indian tribal entities certain individuals, and others ) See separate instructions for each line. ,* Keep a copy for your records. EIN 20-5827548 OMB No 1545-0003 1' Legalrrarne of entity (or individual)for whom the EIN is being requested S "EPSTQNE, ENTERPRISES LLC 2 Trade oartte of business (if different from name on line 1) 4a' Wing apt., suite no. and street. or P C. tax) 1493$A1N„ 15 STREET 4b' City sta#s, arid- ZIP code PEMORQ1 P+ItVES FL- X27 . a6' County end Sfa6E M ere prift(, ai brisinessts ! fowl cquiltY R F) tt .. 1,, 7`a Name 'W t t EDGAR IvIARLES 8a' Type of entity (check only one) r Sole Proprietor (SSN) r Partnership f Corporation (enter form number to bellied) Personal Service I Church or church -controlled organization r Other nonprofit organization (specify) } '"', Other (specify) ►" ,DISREGARDED ENTITY a Exrxtrtcr_ trustee_ "care of name mess (if different) (Do not enter a P 0_ boxy • or. owrK3r. dr1rUStor 8b If a corporation, name the state or foreign country (if applicable) where incorporated A 7b Y Estate (SSN 'Of deeerle i _ Plan acfniinistrator (SSfdf Trust (SSN of grantor) National Guard Farmers' cooperative REMIC Group Exemption NO (GEN) rr State FL Statei1oeal government f': Federal government/military Indian tribal government/enterprises Foreign country 9' Reason for applying (check only one) 7 Started new business (specify type) ar ENTERTAINMENT r Hired employees (Check the box and see One 12) r compliance with IRS withhokling regulations I ,0111,0r.( ?ec!fy) 10' bete businesshafted o .acituir`ed(menth. thy, year) QCT at ' 12 .First`date'vuages ot`_arinnitie4_era Paid, 6i will be paid (month; day. year) Note:if appIicarit is a,ivrthholding agent enter date iricorpe wilt V.1;e aid- to ritiry slttent P fr tt (tt)arrth day, year) i' 't7EC t:,=;20U& . 13-Highest`rlutfiber of etflpkt ees;eitpeciedir►ttie next twel re motiths•Niote:lf the applicant does ►iot"ezri of 6, V err p gees du i g p '- y h � lo� Hie- eridd. eni�r.-0• , >r Banking purpose (specify purpose) ► Changed type of organization (specify new type) r Purchased going business Created a trust (specify type) w Created a pension plan (specify type) 11 Closing "month of accounting year 10,-46d`b ll% a si004oriti iparactn+ity'df yob-ttusine r Construction r Reental & leasing E Tran riation & warehousing r Real estate ii7 titanu(ac1urill t` Finanee&-insurance OM* p y) r N7 C ajtitiet ,1. u,► CI I ,T :Agriculture 0 Household 0 f'14416. care &`g.044asistaece t4 Vflholesale�agent i Mier Ai ootflmbdatian'0 food service- ` Wholesale -other Retail 151 Indye0t j Irt f kS ; it fri *OS int& specdic corislrtidibn work dote; products produced or services provided- Wit lisltt)1- t All .14' ` , .16e i-las ttjs apt t1 rtt' ver $pU cfft jil etlip1iiyer ittenfifibatiOn ntimbetiat this or any other business? j .N o*etY 'e4.1, `0:. ' 't Yes tJrr tisanes legal Mille' a-pdirgdename shown,on=ptior application if difererti_fro Bite 1 of 2 above f `tf'you ctteckedt'`es° ati`tindt6`a.`iivp Legainafne "* fee'ApprOrxriate;datel girt„ 4orpgirnatOata wttefl -Noy Ofksight0 �Gqt te-Where the.a'pplisafiaii.was led, Enter preuiou0 employer- identrfipatlii nw t er`iikttowtt year) Cify,a'ttd te ueflere tiled t. t$19ditirionWlyouvi*ttto tahe`.ihe iiahre nee's nar'na A res ap4Zti tie ailit+fr@cewe.theengty' ,gIRam an We ueslirms pitif t lief@*Otis loan �vli ,rif►sErtie,"-Applcani`St4ph -*tiii Applicant's fax number(Incr Orgy f. ) - ..,. _ -1 '/3/2000:- Electronic Articles Pa' Organization For Florida Limited Liability Company frtkkle 1 The name of the Limited Liability Company is: STEPSTONE ENTERPRISES LLC L0'60'0►'01105974 (FILED 8:00 AM November X01,, 2006 S er•,. Of State jibryan Article II The street address of the principal office of the Limited Liability Company is: 14935 SW 15 STREET PEMBROKE PINES, FL. IJS 33027 The mailing address of the Limited Liability Company is: 14935 SW 15 STREET PEMBROKE PINES, FL. US 33027 Article III [he purpose for which this Limited Liability 'Company is organized is: ANY AND ALL LAWFUL BUSINESS., ESPECIALLY SPORTS, ENTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION. Article IV The name and Florida street address of the registered agent is: EDGAR MARLES 14935 SW 15 STREET PEMBROKE PINES, FL. 3302'7 -laving been named as registeredagent and to accept service of process hr the above stated limited liability company at the place designated n this certificate, 1 hereby accept the appointment as registered agent Ind agree to act in this capacity. I ,fu tther agree to comply with the rovisions of all statutes relating to the proper and complete performance )f my duties, and I am familiar with and accept the obligations of my r anion as registered agent. tegistered Agent: Signature: EDGAR MARLES Article V The name and address of managing members/managers are. Title: MGR EDGAR MARLES 14935 SW 15 STREET PEMBROKE FINES, F`L.. 33027 US Article VI The effective date for this Limited Liability Company shall be: 101 V2006 Signature of member or an authorized representative of a member Signature: EDGAR MARLES L'0600'01105974 flLED 8:00 A November in 11 .2006 er,.Of State ijlbrya n p'r GR AThR i CLEVELAND r `' .� , �`'t RTS &r. COMMISSION Ica July 2 6, 2008 23, 2008 Village of Key Biscayne, Florida Vhom It May Concern: Continental Cup international youth soccer tournament foresees boundless potential through its partnership with Milan, the world's most successful football institution and the world's most decorated club. So much so that, in 9, the Continental Cup will be renamed the "AC Milan Continental Cup presented by Adidas." Through this 'nership, the Continental Cup and AC Milan will add additional elements to the tournament providing players and :hes with the opportunity to be part of an elite soccer experience found no where else in the world! AC Milan College Showcase Division" will provide an opportunity for youth players from around the world to vcase their talents in front of the top college coaches from across the United States, thereby opening doors to :ge scholarships. The Showcase will feature competitions among 12 teams: Four elite teams from the United res, four AC Milan Academy teams, and four elite international teams. partnership will also provide additional philanthropic opportunities such as the "Kick for Nick" program which 'ides soccer balls and programming to the youth soccer players of Iraq with the potential to extend the program lditional war -torn countries. Allan's partnership with the Continental Cup speaks volumes to the potential of this tournament. Our ability to fostered this relationship with the world's most successful and decorated soccer institution is not only .Imental for the Continental Cup, but also for the Greater Cleveland community. With AC Milan Academies in 14 'tries around the world, we anticipate tremendous international growth and appeal of the tournament and the city. ve found the staff and the programming elements of AC Milan to be exemplary and recommend them without Cation. erely, 11 D. Payto President, Marketing and Sales iter Cleveland Sports Commission 50 Public Square. Suite 1515 Cleveland, Ohio 4411.3:2204 I Tel: 216.621.0600 Pax: 216.621,2773 www.clevelandsperta.com sieK June 30, 2008 On Behalf of the AC Milan USA Academy, Dear Sirs, I would like to submit this letter of recommendation on behalf of the AC Milan USA Soccer Academy. The Academy is one of the only authentic relationships that exists between youth and professional soccer in this country and a truly world class professional soccer club in Europe. Our philosophy is to create the same high standards of excellence and competition here in the U.S. that has been built up over many decades at A.C. Milan. Our Directors of Coaches are the direct link from the AC Milan professional team and the MIlanello training ground. They ensure that the quality of the technical work is first rate and they help us all instill a sense of the rich traditions that are a part of the championship culture of AC Milan. We feel that our model is proven to be one of the best for developing players. We also feel that we are rapidly building a sense of loyalty, respect, and commitment to the AC Milan colors and traditions. As a twenty year veteran of professional and youth soccer here in the United States I know how much talk is made about developing players without any real understanding of how players learn and absorb technique, tactics, and a sense of devotion to the game played at a high level. Having played professionally in Miami as the original member of the MLS franchise Miami Fusion I know that the residents of South Florida are desperate for an environment that will bring first rate soccer to players of all ages and ability. AC Milan Academies have the recreation and competitive soccer programs and events to provide that opportunity. Sincerely, David S. Vaudreuil 5ERV`NC 113 fit 61R11FL VALE, r 62M i##tillI{S June 30, 2008 Re: Milan Junior Camp To: Todd Hofferberth My name is Giuseppe Luna, Asst. Director and Coach of Crown City Soccer Club in San Marino, California. I'm the Director and Coordinator of the Milan Junior Camp in Glendale. I have been working with Eddie Marls and his organization for the past three years and working currently on this years Milan Junior Camp in July. During this time I work very closely with Eddie and his staff, and the level of professionalism, organization, communication and experience is exceptional. Organized a Soccer Camp of this level is not an easy task, but I can guarantee you that with out the help and organization of Eddie Marls and his Staff would be impossible. Mr. Eddie Marls and his organization would be a great asset to your organization and community If you have any question, please feel free to call me at (909) 944-3838 xt.13 or my cell at (626) 673-1680. /ispeLu cerely na MJC Organizer Glendale Dear Friends We want to inform you all of the great initiatives of AC Milan in Mexico, since 2004 we started with 2 Milan junior camps in Mexico City from that time we made 7 Milan junior camps until 2007 in Cancun, Estado de Mexico and Mexico City. This year we will have 5 Milan Junior Camps. We have also had a very successful soccer school program in operation since 2006 with 300 children(boys and girls)in Mexico City. The level of our players has significantly increased since the beginning of the program and our club now identifies itself with the honor, pride and professionalism of AC Milan Thank you for your attention, Mario Ayala CEO ISA Mexico Club Central Mexico City + (52 55) 5568-1448 www isamexico.com.mx sia.7 June 30, 2008 On Behalf of the AC Milan USA Academy, Dear Sirs, I would like to submit this letter of recommendation on behalf of the AC Milan USA Soccer Academy. The Academy is one of the only authentic relationships that exists between youth and professional soccer in this country and a truly world class professional soccer club in Europe. Our philosophy is to create the same high standards of excellence and competition here in the U.S. that has been built up over many decades at A.C. Milan. Our Directors of Coaches are the direct link from the AC Milan professional team and the MIlanello training ground. They ensure that the quality of the technical work is first rate and they help us all instill a sense of the rich traditions that are a part of the championship culture of AC Milan. We feel that our model is proven to be one of the best for developing players. We also feel that we are rapidly building a sense of loyalty, respect, and commitment to the AC Milan colors and traditions. As a twenty year veteran of professional and youth soccer here in the United States I know how much talk is made about developing players without any real understanding of how players learn and absorb technique, tactics, and a sense of devotion to the game played at a high level. Having played professionally in Miami as the original member of the MLS franchise Miami Fusion I know that the residents of South Florida are desperate for an environment that will bring first rate soccer to players of all ages and ability. AC Milan Academies have the recreation and competitive soccer programs and events to provide that opportunity. Sincerely, David S. Vaudreuil L,,.......,, The Soccer Academy for Champions MILAN GIOVANI Wednesday, July 02, 2008 Dear Sir/Madame, The Soccer Academy for Champions and their professional staff from Italy and Canada have created a model that will provide hands-on training philosophy and methods applying the AC Milan system of teaching and coaching. This development is offered year round. Our mission is "to foster an athletic environment that allows students -athletes to experience the true game of soccer and which overtime develops them into elite soccer player." The Soccer Academy for Champions is entering their third year of AC Milan Soccer School programs and the growths of our programs have been a success and our athletes have seen an immense difference in their skills and personality. The ultimate result is that young Canadian players are being prepared by professional coaches with international experience for their next level of play. This could include levels of Professional Clubs or Canadian/American Universities. Sincerely, Debora Mazzone The Soccer Academy for Champions — Manager 201 Millway Avenue Unit # 23 — Concord, ON L4K 5K8 Tel: 905-266-0266 Fax: 905-760-8145 E-mail: info@thesocceracademyforchampions.com Website: www.thesocceracademyforchampions.com