Increase environmental consulting contract by $175,000 to $2.7 million total
In Plain English
The city uses Analytical Environmental Services for on-call environmental advice and studies. The current contract limit of $2.5 million is running out. If approved, the city can spend up to $2.7 million total on these services.
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Votes
Approve the contract amendment
5 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
The council approved increasing the spending limit for environmental consulting services from $2.5 million to $2.7 million, adding $200,000 to the contract with Analytical Environmental Services. This company provides on-call environmental advice and studies when the city needs expert analysis for development projects or environmental issues. The vote passed with broad support, 5-1, with Councilmember Martinez dissenting and Councilmember Willis absent. This is a routine contract adjustment to allow continued use of these consulting services as the original spending limit was nearly exhausted.
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