Domestic Violence

You can save time by completing the Domestic Violence Intake Questionnaire before visiting the Clerk's Office. Bring the completed form to any of our four intake locations: Hialeah District Court, Joseph Caleb Center Court, Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center, North Dade Justice Center, or South Dade Justice Center. Please be aware that the intake process takes a minimum of two hours. There are intake specialists at each location to assist. A sheriff will attempt to serve the respondent with a copy of the pertinent court document. However, you will not have the protection of an injunction until service has been established. While the Clerk's Office does not charge filing or service fees, sheriffs may charge a service fee if the respondent lives outside of Florida. Please call the Clerk's Office Domestic Violence Unit at 305-349-5813 if you have any questions. Repeat Violence: Repeat violence is at least two incidents of an assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, stalking, aggravated stalking or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of the petitioner or an immediate family member. If you experience repeat violence, you can request a restraining order from the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller. One of the incidents must have occurred within the past six months in order to file. What is Domestic Violence?: Domestic violence is any assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another who is or was residing in the same single dwelling unit. An assault does not have to be physical violence. An assault can occur if someone intentionally threatens to cause you physical violence, even if they do not touch you. Aggravated Assault - A threat that may have been verbal or physical and made you believe that serious harm could be done. If the person uses a deadly weapon when committing this act, it is an aggravated assault. Battery and Aggravated Battery - An act of domestic violence becomes a battery when someone intentionally touches you without your permission and causes you great bodily harm, permanent disability or disfigurement. In addition, if the person uses a deadly weapon or if you were pregnant and the person knew or should have known, the act becomes an aggravated battery. Stalking and Aggravated Stalking - If someone purposefully follows or harasses you repeatedly over a period of time for no legitimate purpose, which causes you a great amount of emotional stress. If they threaten your life or threaten to cause injury to you while stalking, with the intent to cause you to reasonably fear for your safety, then the act becomes aggravated stalking.

Restraining Orders

If you feel unsafe or are in danger, a temporary injunction, also known as a restraining order, may be issued until a judge can rule on your petition. If the judge decides you do not meet the statutory requirements for the temporary injunction, you may still request a hearing where you and the respondent will appear before the judge. If your petition is approved, a permanent injunction may be ordered. Temporary Injunction If it is determined by the court that you are in danger of being victimized and you have completed the necessary paperwork, the deputy clerk will prepare a temporary injunction order to be signed by a judge. This order can be obtained on the same day you file your petition without a hearing before the judge. The temporary injunction is valid for up to 15 days. If the judge denies the temporary injunction because it does not appear that there is an immediate and present danger of domestic violence, a full hearing on the petition for the temporary injunction will automatically be set on the soonest court date available. Permanent Injunction Once a temporary injunction is in effect, a court hearing will be scheduled before the judge to determine if a permanent injunction should be entered against the person committing the acts of violence. A permanent injunction is indefinitely active or until dissolved by the court. Please call the Domestic Violence Advocacy Unit at 305-349-5677 or the Clerk's Office Domestic Violence Intake Unit at 305-349-5813 if you have any questions. Violating the Terms of the Injunction In order to initiate further court action, any violations of the terms of the injunction should be reported in person to the Domestic Violence Intake Unit.

Central Depository Child Support & Alimony

Child Support Alimony The Central Depository Child Support and Alimony Office maintains a local Central Depository to receive and process court-ordered payments. The Central Depository works primarily with two state entities: the local state attorney's office (SAO), and the state of Florida disbursement unit (FLSDU) in Tallahassee. Receive Payments Payments processed by the Central Depository are deposited in the bank and either sent as a direct deposit to the payee's account or to the Department of Revenue (DOR) when the state attorney was involved with the court order. If the payee has not arranged for direct deposit, a check will be issued to the payee from the Central Depository account. In the event a check is required, all checks issued by the Central Depository Child Support and Alimony Office and not involving the state attorney's office, are mailed directly to the custodial parent within 48 hours. If a state attorney was involved with the court order, an electronic disbursement covering all such payments received by the Central Depository is issued to the Department of Revenue. For more information, call 305-530-2600 or visit the State Attorney's Office website. These electronic disbursements are sent by overnight delivery to the Department of Revenue and that department then becomes responsible for sending out individual payments to the payee. Please visit My Florida County to view your recent payments. Central Depository The Central Depository maintains case information and payments for child support and alimony cases. Direct Deposit The Central Depository uses direct deposit to electronically disperse alimony or child support payments directly into the bank account of the party receiving support. You may sign up for direct deposit by filling out the authorization form and either mail it in or email it to [email protected]. For state attorney's cases, fill out the fillable form and follow the given instructions. Direct deposit offers the following benefits: Payments are deposited directly into your bank account; Payments are always confidential; Payments are not subject to postal delays; Payments are not lost or stolen; Payments always arrive quickly and safely, regardless of whether you are homebound, ill or on vacation. If you need to change your direct deposit, complete a new enrollment form and follow the given instructions. Remember to always include case numbers on all correspondence. After the Central Depository receives your completed authorization form, we will contact your bank to set up the direct deposits. Please allow two weeks for direct deposit to take effect. Meanwhile, Central Depository will disburse payments through check all payments that arrive after the receipt of an authorization form and before the start of the direct deposits. For questions, please call Central Depository at 305-275-1122 or email them at [email protected]. Phone lines are open Monday - Friday daily from 9 a.m. - 11:59 a.m. Notice of delinquency If you are a payee and not receiving your ordered payments, you may request a Notice of Delinquency be sent to the payor. To do so, please send a written request with a clear copy of your valid driver license or identification card to the Central Depository. Suspension of Driver License If you are a payee and not receiving your ordered payments, you may apply to suspend the obligor's driver license. For Department of Revenue cases, contact the state attorney's office customer service at 305-530-2600 for enforcement. For Non-Department of Revenue cases, send a written request with a clear copy of your valid driver license or identification card to the Central Depository. Pay your child support and alimony Payments for child support, alimony and other related obligations can be made to the FLSDU, Central Depository or online. Payments can only be mailed to the FLSDU, but can be either mailed or made in person at the Central Depository. Please contact the Central Depository if you are unsure which applies to you. Payments received from employers or payors will be accepted on state attorney cases. The FLSDU has advised that all non-employer payments received on non-state attorney's office cases will no longer be processed. Only payments paid by an employer will be accepted on non-state attorney's office cases and must include the pay period ending date in order to be processed. Non-employer payments can be made in person at our Central Depository cashier window, Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., by mailing a money order or cashier's check, made payable to Central Depository, or online at My Florida County. A processing fee will be charged for paying online. Letter Requests To obtain a copy of a case closure letter, submit a written request to the Central Depository and include a clear copy of your valid identification (i.e., driver license). To obtain a clearance/housing/immigration letter, you may appear in person at the Central Depository cashier window, Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., or by mailing a money order or cashier's check payable to Central Depository. There is a $7 fee for a clearance/housing/immigration letter. Establishing Child Support For information concerning establishing a child support case, please contact Central Depository or the state attorney. If you need help with pro-se (self-litigated) filings to establish, modify, or terminate your child support case, please visit the Family Court Self-Help Program located at Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center or call 305-349-7800. Related Fees Statutory fee - 4% with $5.25 maximum; Delinquency fee - $25; Contest fee - $25; Final judgment fee - $25; Pay-off statement fee - $25; Suspension of Driver License - $25

Small Claims

Small Claims Small Claims actions may be brought only in the county where the defendant resides, where the cause of action occurred or where the property involved is located. Before you consider filing a Small Claims action, you should first try to communicate to the other party exactly what is in dispute. It is a good idea to send a letter, which clearly states your complaint. You may be able to resolve the problem without going to court. A lawsuit should be your last resort in solving a civil dispute. A claim up to $8,000 – not including costs, interest and attorneys' fees – can be filed with the Clerk's Office as a Small Claims action, according to Rule 7.010 of the Florida Rules of Court and Chapter 34 of the Florida Statutes. A deputy clerk may be able to assist you with the filing of a small claims suit. Forms are available in Room 06.240 of the Osvaldo N. Soto Miami-Dade Justice Center and at district court locations. You may need an attorney to assist you on all other matters. Fee schedules and additional information are available at those locations or by calling 305-275-1155. Attend a Small Claims Case Information Session Hosted by the Miami-Dade Office of Consumer Protection, these presentations teach consumers about the process, how to prepare and what to expect. Presentations are free and no reservation is required. Once you decide to file, you or your lawyer cannot proceed until the defendant has been served. Be sure that you have the full name of the individual you want to sue and an address where that person can be served. Suing a Business If you are suing a business, you must find out whether it is incorporated. If you are suing a corporation, you must have the full name under which the business is incorporated and the name and address of either a corporate officer or the registered agent of the business. This information can be obtained from the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations at 850-245-6052 or at sunbiz.org. If the business you are suing is not incorporated, the correct company name and the full name and address of the owner can be obtained by calling the Occupational License Bureau of Miami-Dade County at 305-270-4949. Businesses with a Fictitious Name The company you are suing may use a name other than the owner's name, referred to as a fictitious name. That information, along with the name and address of the person who owns the company, must be registered with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations and may be obtained by contacting them online or by calling 850-245-6058. Costs and Fees The costs for filing a small claims action include the filing fee based on the amount of your claim as well as a service fee for summoning each party to court. If a final judgment is entered in your favor from your lawsuit, these costs may be added to the total amount of your judgment. Pre-trial and Trial dates Once your suit has been processed, a pre-trial date will be assigned and you will be notified of the date at that time or later by mail. If you do not appear at your pre-trial hearing, your case may be dismissed. If the defendant does not appear, the judge may enter a default. Bring any documents to assist you in proving your case, but do not bring witnesses. This is your opportunity to appear with the defendant(s) before the judge and attempt to settle your case without a trial. Your case may be referred to a mediator. If no agreement is reached at the pre-trial hearing, you will be given a trial date. It is your responsibility to subpoena any witnesses to help prove your case. A deputy clerk at the filing location will assist you. If the judge decides in your favor, you will receive a Final Judgment by mail or be instructed to obtain a Final Judgment form to submit to the judge for signature. Final Judgment A Final Judgment is a legal document that states that one party is entitled to recover damages in a specified amount from another party. Interest will be added on the amount awarded until the Final Judgment is satisfied. At any time during this process, the defendant may pay you and settle the claim. However, obtaining a judgment against a party is not the same thing as collecting that judgment. Post-judgment legal procedures are often required prior to any collection. You may find it necessary to retain an attorney to assist you in post-judgment procedures. Small Claims Filing Fees Filing fee for claims < $100 - $55 Filing fee for claims ($100.01 - $500) - $80 Filing fee for claims ($500.01 - $2,500) - $175 Filing fee for claims ($2,500.01 - $8,000) - $300

Late Payments

Late Payments Parking Citations All parking citations must be paid within 30 days of the date the citation is issued. Fees and other penalties may be added if the owner fails to pay by the due date. Parking citations left unpaid for more than 90 days will be reported to an outside collection/credit reporting agency. If you have three or more parking citations or a disabled parking violation, you may receive a registration stop or tow order. Pay Parking Citations You can make a payment online, by mail, by phone or in person. Collection Agencies If you have citations in collections, the Parking Violations Bureau has given a collection agency the power to collect payment for these citations. While you can still pay your citation with the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller, you will have to pay the original fine and late penalties plus an additional 30 percent of the total. A traffic citation may take up to three weeks to appear in the online system. If your citation does not appear in the system within two weeks, you can pay by mail or in person with a copy of the citation. You cannot pay a traffic citation online or by phone unless the information is in the system. However, you are still responsible for complying with the requirements of your citation within 30 days of the issue date. You may be subjected to a license suspension and late fees if your citation is not paid within 30 days. PAY TRAFFIC CITATIONS You can make a payment online, by mail, by phone or in person.

Civil Traffic Infractions

Civil Traffic Citations Under Florida statutes, a civil infraction is a case in which a person is suspected of committing a non-criminal traffic infraction. These violations are classified as either moving or non-moving. A moving violation normally assesses points against the driver license while non-moving violations do not. These violations are not punishable by incarceration and there is no right to trial by jury or to court-appointed counsel. SEARCH TRAFFIC CITATIONS Upon receipt of a traffic citation issued to you for a civil infraction, you have 30 days from the date of issuance to satisfy your obligation. In order to satisfy your citation, you can: Pay the citation - You have 30 days from the date your citation was issued to pay or respond. Payments can be made online, by mail, by phone, or in person. Late Payments may result in additional fees, driver-license suspension, or referral to a collection agency. Pay Online - You can pay online using Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express through the Traffic Online Payment System. You can also request certified copies of traffic images in the Traffic Online System. Pay by Mail - You may pay by mail with a check or money order payable to Clerk of the Court and Comptroller. Mailing address: Civil Traffic Infractions – Traffic/Misdemeanor Division, PO Box 19321, Miami, FL 33101-9321. To avoid late fees or license suspension, ensure your payment arrives before the 30-day deadline. Write your citation number on the check or money order. Pay by Phone - Pay 24 hours a day using the Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System at 305-275-1111 for Civil Traffic Infractions. To speak with a deputy clerk, call Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pay in Person - You may pay with a credit card, check, money order, or cash at any of the following Clerk's Office locations: Joseph Caleb Center Court, Coral Gables District Court, Hialeah District Court, North Dade Justice Center, South Dade Justice Center, Richard E. Gerstein Justice Building. Offices are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Appointments are recommended to avoid wait times, especially during lunch hours. Allow 24 hours after payment for processing. Elect Traffic School - If you received a civil traffic infraction, you have the option to elect traffic school to satisfy your citation. Points will not be assessed against your license. This option does not apply to tag, registration, driver license or PIP insurance, tolls, and/or red light violations issued by a camera. This option is not available to commercial driver's license holders. You are eligible to elect a 4-hour course once every 12 months, for a maximum of 5 times in a lifetime. If you are not eligible for the 4-hour course, you may request an 8-hour course only once in your lifetime. The Clerk of the Court and Comptroller must receive a certificate of completion within 120 days of the date of payment or court appearance. If you elect to attend traffic school and do not comply within 120 days of election, you will be subject to a license suspension, point assessment and additional fees. CHILD RESTRAINT OFFENDER'S PROGRAM (C.R.O.P.) - If you have received a child restraint violation, you can elect to attend the C.R.O.P program and the civil penalty will be reduced and points will not be assessed. You can only attend this course once in a lifetime. Participants must bring their child restraint seat to class. The program is held at Miami Children's Hospital, 3100 S.W. 62 Avenue, Miami, FL 33155. To register for the course, call the hospital at 305-663-6865. You will have 60 days from either the date the citation was paid or from the date you attended court to complete the course. If you fail to complete this course within 60 days, additional penalties will be assessed, your license will be suspended and you will still be required to complete the course. Request a Court Hearing - You may plead not guilty and request a court hearing online, by visiting the Traffic Online System or by filling out the Request for Trial Form. Your citation was issued within the last 30 days: You may submit a request for trial either in person, by mail, by phone or online within 30 days of the citation's issue date. You will receive notice of your hearing date, time and location within six to eight weeks at the address listed on the citation. Your citation was issued between 31 and 180 days ago: You may pay a $16.00 late fee to have your case set for court. Your citation was issued more than 180 days ago: In order to have your case set for court, you must submit a motion to the administrative traffic judge. If you cannot attend court in Miami-Dade County, you may submit a plea of not guilty in absentia by posting a bond by mail with cashier's check or money order in the amount of the civil penalty plus the clerk's fee along with a notarized affidavit of defense sent to: Clerk of the Court and Comptroller, PO Box 19321, Miami, Florida 33101-9321. Citations that Require Compliance - Driver's license (expired less than four months), Registration, PIP insurance, and Defective equipment violations will be dismissed if you submit proof that BEFORE the citation was issued you had valid documentation. If renewal was obtained after the issuance of the citation, submit proof of the renewed document along with the amount of the civil penalty. If you are charged with a violation of Florida Statute 316.2935 or 316.610 "Improper or Unsafe Equipment," you may receive a reduced penalty on these violations if you repair the defect within 30 days of the issue date. Related fees are listed for various violation types including child restraint violations ($175.20-$179), speeding violations ranging from $146.50 to $536 depending on speed and zone, failure to stop for school bus ($384-$391), and many other traffic violations.

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Operation Stonegarden (OPSG)

Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) The OPSG Program supports enhanced cooperation and coordination among Customs and Border Protection, United States Border Patrol, and Federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies. The OPSG Program provides funding to support joint efforts to secure the United States' borders along routes of ingress from international borders to include travel corridors in states bordering Mexico and Canada, as well as states and territories with international water borders.

State Nonprofit Security Grant Program

State Nonprofit Security Grant Program The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is no longer accepting applications for the 2023 Florida Nonprofit Security Grant Program (FL-NSGP). If more funding becomes available and more applications are being accepted, interested individuals can be notified by subscribing for informational updates by emailing [email protected]. In order to do business with the State of Florida, you will need to register your entity in My Florida Marketplace (MFMP), submit a valid W9, and register in DEMES if you have not done so already. Please see NSGP – Application Instructions. While the application deadline is not until January 19, 2024, we recommend you make sure to have someone from your entity registered now in DEMES and confirm that it works for you in order to avoid delays upon the application deadline. EXTENSIONS WILL NOT BE GRANTED. Please note FDEM will be utilizing DEMES for all future applications for NSGP (State and Federal) as well as many other grant programs, so we ask that you take the time now to work with others in your entity to ensure the right individuals have access and are able to view all your subrecipient agreements, as needed. FL NSGP Important Documents: - FL-NSGP-01 - FL-NSGP Application - FL-NSGP-02 - FL-NSGP Vulnerability Assessment Worksheet - FL-NSGP-03 - FL-NSGP Application Scoring Rubric - Application Instructions - Application Scoring Rubric - Frequently Asked Questions - State Nonprofit Security Grant Application - Vendor Registration Quick Reference Guide - Vulnerability Assessment Worksheet - Assessments conducted over the last 3 years (2020) will also be accepted - Program Notice for FY 2024 FL-NGSP - Contract and Employee Security Personnel - FL NSGP - Delegation of Authority Form - FL-NSGP Grant Reporting Forms FL NSGP Workshops and Webinars: - FL-NGSP Workshops and Webinars - Completing the Grant Agreement - FL-NSGP Procurement Guidance & Grant Reporting Forms Review - FY23 FL-NSGP Completing the Grant Agreement Webinar - FY23 FL NSGP Monthly Recipient Call - August Check-In, Updates and FAQs - FY24 FLNSGP Completing the Grant Agreement - Technical Assistance - FY23 FL-NSGP Monthly Recipient Call - November Check-In, Updates and FAQs - FY24 FL NSGP Monthly Recipient Call - November Check-In, Updates and FAQs Monthly Program Calls: - FL-NSGP Monthly Program Call 1/25/2025 - FL-NSGP Monthly Program Call 3/27/2025 - Advance Requests under FY24 - FL-NSGP Monthly Program Call 7/22/2025 - Amendments, Project Progress and Next Steps Florida Division of Emergency Management 2489 Shumard Oak Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32311 Phone: 850-815-4000 For Florida Relay Service: Dial 711 (TDD/TTY)

Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI)

Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) The Urban Area Security Initiative program assists high-threat, high-density Urban Areas in efforts to build, sustain, and deliver the capabilities necessary to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from acts of terrorism. FY 2018 NSGP UA and State Awarded Recipients Florida Division of Emergency Management 2489 Shumard Oak Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32311 Phone: 850-815-4000 For Florida Relay Service: Dial 711 (TDD/TTY)

Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) Compliance Webinar Recording

The page provides information about an Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) Compliance Webinar Recording. The specific content of the webinar recording itself is not detailed on this page; rather, the page serves as a directory link to access the resource. The recording is hosted under the Financial Management section of the Florida Division of Emergency Management website, within the Preparedness Grants area.

State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program

State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program The purpose of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) is to secure funding to improve cyber resilience, help protect local government critical infrastructure and law enforcement operational and information technology resources, secure critical data, and safeguard the privacy of Florida's citizens and those that do business with the state, municipalities, and other local government entities. The two categories for this grant are: Critical Infrastructure (CI): Cyber hardening projects for systems such as supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), industrial control systems, operational technology, and associated IT infrastructure. Law Enforcement: Cybersecurity risk mitigation initiatives for local law enforcement agencies. FAQ: Is alignment with the Florida SLCGP cybersecurity plan required? Yes. Projects proposed for Florida's SLCGP must align with the state's cybersecurity priorities, which are determined by the Statewide Cybersecurity Planning Committee. The state's priorities for this grant are: Critical Infrastructure: This encompasses all 16 critical infrastructure sectors as defined by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Critical Infrastructure Sectors Law Enforcement: This encompasses any Law Enforcement (LE) office not considered a state agency. Eligible LE offices include but are not limited to sheriff's, municipal, tribal, etc. There will also be emphasis on awarding grants to rural communities: Per the Dept of Homeland Security Notice of Funding Opportunity, at least 25% of the awarded funding must go to rural communities. Do applicants get to choose their own budget items? Yes. This grant is pass-through funding. The application will ask for a budget describing your initiative including intended purchases. What is the current application cycle and funding year? The current application cycle is for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 federal funding, with $11,997,340 allocated to Florida. The federal SLCGP is a four-year program ending in FY 2025. For FY 2023, the recipient cost share is 20%. Funding for the FY 24 program: This program will be released next year in 2026 with a new application cycle. You will need to reapply for each year the program is offered. What are the priorities for Florida's SLCGP? For FY 2023, Florida prioritized Critical Infrastructure (CI) and Law Enforcement projects. When does the Application window close? The deadline for applications is 15 December 2025 Who is eligible to apply for the SLCGP? Eligible entities include local governments such as county, municipality, city, township, local public authority, school district, intrastate district, regional government agencies, Indian tribe or authorized tribal organization, rural community or unincorporated town. Ineligible entities: Nonprofit organizations and private corporations.

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP)

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) The Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) provides funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements to nonprofit organizations. In FY 2018, multiple funding allocations were appropriated for nonprofit organizations located inside or outside of FY 2018 Urban Area Security Initiative designated urban areas. The NSGP promotes emergency preparedness coordination and collaboration activities between public and private community representatives as well as state and local government agencies. The page provides access to application materials, guidance documents, and resources for multiple fiscal years including FY 2024, FY 2023, FY 2022, and earlier cycles. Resources include application process user guides, notice of funding opportunities (NOFOs), frequently asked questions, fact sheets, investment justification forms, and consortium workbooks. Awarded subrecipients lists are available for FY 2024, FY 2023, FY 2022, FY 2021, FY 2020, and FY 2019. Outreach and Training Opportunities: FY 2024 Winter Webinar Series is scheduled with the following dates and times (ET): - Friday, October 27 at 2:00 PM - Tuesday, November 7 at 3:00 PM - Thursday, November 9 at 2:00 PM - Tuesday, November 14 at 3:00 PM - Tuesday, November 28 at 2:00 PM - Friday, December 8 at 3:00 PM - Tuesday, December 19 at 2:00 PM - Wednesday, December 20 at 3:00 PM Webinar registrations include calendar invitations with joining links sent via email. Contact Information: Florida Division of Emergency Management 2489 Shumard Oak Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32311 Phone: 850-815-4000 For Florida Relay Service: Dial 711 (TDD/TTY)

Preparedness Grants

Preparedness Grants Responsible for auditing and processing FDEM's sub recipient payment requests and submits requests to the Department of Financial Services via the Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR). This Section is also responsible for the financial oversight and reconciliation of grant activities for open disaster and non-disaster grants and prepares and submits financial federal reports to the grantor. Below are the preparedness grants managed by this team: State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) The purpose of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program is to secure funding to improve cyber resilience, help protect local government critical infrastructure and law enforcement operational and information technology resources, secure critical data, and safeguard the privacy of Florida's citizens and those that do business with the state, municipalities, and other local government entities. The two categories for this grant are: - Critical Infrastructure (CI): Cyber hardening projects for systems such as supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), industrial control systems, operational technology, and associated IT infrastructure. - Law Enforcement: Cybersecurity risk mitigation initiatives for local law enforcement agencies. Additional grant programs managed: - Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) - Emergency Management Preparedness and Assistance (EMPA) Grant - State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHGP) - Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) - Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) - State Nonprofit Security Grant Program - Federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) - Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) Compliance

Fiscal Operations

Fiscal Operations Assists Program Offices in applying for various grant awards and enters grant award information into e-grants (Non-Disaster Mitigation Grants), Non-Disaster grants, and grants.gov (all other grants) for open federal non-declared disaster grant award applications and fiscally monitors and closes out these awards. The Bureau Financial Specialists under this section are responsible for entering requisitions into MyFloridaMarketPlace and processing invoices for purchase orders. The Fiscal Section is also responsible for preparing payment requests for Emergency Management Assistance with other states, Mutual Aid and Agency Emergency Response costs resulting from federal declarations. This section houses P-Card Administration and Property Management. Bureau Chief: Jeremy W. Smith, [email protected] Florida Division of Emergency Management 2489 Shumard Oak Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32311 Phone: 850-815-4000 For Florida Relay Service: Dial 711 (TDD/TTY)

Disbursement

Disbursement Responsible for the auditing and processing of all payments that do not relate to grants and aid or donations including: Contractual Services, Travel Reimbursement, Payroll, MFMP invoices, Misc. invoices, and P-Card approvals. This Section is also responsible for: - Payment Redistribution - Payroll Processing - Reconciliation of encumbrances (MFMP and Contractual Services) - Processing of Interest Penalty Payments - RDS Access Control - Fiscal Year End Closing Activities - Statewide Financial Statements - Maintenance of official payment vouchers - Purchasing card (P-card) reconciliation - File Room Bureau Chief: Jeremy W. Smith, [email protected] Florida Division of Emergency Management 2489 Shumard Oak Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32311 Phone: 850-815-4000 For Florida Relay Service: Dial 711 (TDD/TTY)