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Agenda Item: 6(B)1* |
Prepared By: Lina Upham |
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Business: Consent Agenda Resolution |
Department: Executive |
Subject:
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Resolution Awarding Extension of the Contract with Ronald Book, P.A. for the Lobbying Services on behalf of the City of Marco Island before the Florida Legislature for an Additional Two-Year Term.
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BACKGROUND:
On August 4, 2014 City Council approved Resolution 14-32, authorizing the Lobbying Service agreement with Ronald L. Book, P.A. by piggy-backing on the existing contract between the said firm and City of Marathon, Florida at a monthly fee of $5,000.
On October 17, 2016, City Council extended the said Contract for an additional two-year term (Resolution 16-85).
Due to Mr. Book’s efforts the City has received the below funding from the State of Florida:
• Marco Shores Alternative Water Solution Project - $400,000 in FY16 and $750,000 in FY17.
• Bald Eagle/Bayport/Tahiti Drainage Improvement and Outfall Project - $100,000 in FY16
• Fire Rescue/EMS Facility - $250,000 in FY17 and $750,000 in FY18
• Storm Water Master Plan Drainage - $299,140 in FY17 and $475,000 in FY18
Either party may terminate the agreement with or without cause upon 30 days written notice.
FUNDING SOURCE / FISCAL IMPACT: $30,000 has been approved in FY19 general government operating fund and $30,000 in FY19 water and sewer utility operating fund.
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the City Manager to execute two-year contract extension with Ronald Book, P.A.
POTENTIAL MOTION: “I move approval of Resolution 18-55.”