DATE: June 14, 2022
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Director of Finance
SUBJECT
Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. for State Legislative Advocacy in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $60,000 Annually
RECOMMENDATION
That the Council adopts a resolution (Attachment II) authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a professional services agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for state legislative advocacy, for a period of one year, renewable for up to an additional three years, in an amount not-to-exceed $60,000 annually.
SUMMARY
Since 2009, Townsend Public Affairs, Inc., has acted as the City’s primary state legislative advocate. Townsend’s work for the City includes legislative advocacy, seeking funding through grants and budget earmarks, and relationship-building with state legislators and agencies. In fiscal year 2022, Townsend’s efforts on behalf of the City resulted in $1.66 million in budget earmarks for City projects. The expected base fee for Townsend’s services in fiscal year 2023 is $60,000, shared between the General Fund, the Route 238 Improvement Fund, and the City’s Enterprise Funds.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment I Staff Report
Attachment II Resolution