Extend Holland & Knight contract for federal and state lobbying services

Holland & Knight ContractContracts

In Plain English

The city pays Holland & Knight law firm to lobby federal and state governments for grants and funding opportunities. The current contract expires soon and needs extension through December 2015. If approved, the city spends $144,000 for another year of advocacy services to secure outside funding for city projects.

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Votes

That the advocacy services contract be put out to bid

Moved by: Councilmember BoozéSeconded by: Councilmember Bates
Failed

That the contract be extend 6 months only and allow the new city council to make a decision

Moved by: Councilmember RogersSeconded by: Councilmember Butt
Passed

4 to 2

McLaughlinAye
BecklesAye
ButtAye
BoozéNay
BatesNay
MyrickAbstain
RogersAye

Public Comments

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  • Mike ParkerIn person