Increase environmental consulting contract by $175,000 to $2.7 million total

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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