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ITEM: AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW AN EXISTING AGREEMENT FOR LOBBYING SERVICES
REQUEST: Authorization to renew an existing agreement with Coker Consulting, LLC and Screven Watson & Associates, LLC to provide lobbying services to the Village in the amount of $50,000 annually.
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EXPLANATION: On September 20, 2023, the Village executed an agreement with Coker Consulting, LLC and Screven Watson & Associates, LLC to provide lobbying services to the Village. The initial term of the agreement was for one (1) year with a provision for two (2) additional one (1) year renewal options.
Staff is seeking authorization to renew the existing agreement for the first one (1) year renewal option, effective through September 30, 2025. Coker Consulting will continue to utilize Screven Watson & Associates, LLC, as a sub consultant under this renewal.
Pursuant to Chapter 3 of the Village’s Purchasing Manual, these services are exempt from competition; however, since expenditures are $50,000 annually, Council approval is required.
Staff recommends renewing the agreement with Coker Consulting, LLC and Screven Watson & Associates, LLC to provide lobbying services to the Village for one (1) year, effective through September 30, 2025, in the amount of $50,000.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: NO
PUBLIC HEARING: NO QUASI-JUDICIAL:
FIRST READING: SECOND READING:
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: YES
FISCAL IMPACT: This is a budgeted item and the expense will be allocated across funds.
WELLINGTON FUNDAMENTAL: Responsive Government
RECOMMENDATION: Authorization to renew an existing agreement with Coker Consulting, LLC and Screven Watson & Associates, LLC to provide lobbying services to the Village in the amount of $50,000 annually.