Title
Contract for State of Florida Lobbying Services (NB)
Explanation
Doug Bruce & Associates has provided the City with lobbying services since March 1, 2005. In that time, Mr. Bruce has provided the City of Gainesville with satisfactory service lobbying the State of Florida on behalf of the City. At this time it is necessary for the City of Gainesville to enter into a new contract agreement with Doug Bruce & Associates. The new contract will begin on October 1, 2010 and continue through September 30, 2011.
Fiscal Note
The contracted cost for State of Florida Lobbying Services is $49,440 and funds are included in the current fiscal year budget. During the FY2011/12 budget process the City Commission directed General Government and Gainesville Regional Utilities to split the cost of the contract for State of Florida Lobbying Services. Each will pay $24,720 annually.
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) Approve the contract for State of Florida Lobbying Services provided by Doug Bruce & Associates; and 2) authorize the City Manager or designee and the GRU General Manager or designee to execute the contract as approved by the City Attorney as to form and legality.