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2014 Federal Legislative Agenda (B)
This is a request for the City Commission to approve the 2014 Federal Legislative Agenda.
Explanation
On December 18 and 19, 2012, each City Commissioner and city staff held meetings with the City's Legislative Consultant, Marilyn Berry Thompson to develop an annual federal agenda. The use of annual federal agendas has proven to be effective on several fronts. The agenda serves as the starting point by which the city is able to measure specific outcomes and achievements at the end of each year. The agenda also helps the city and members of the Florida Congressional Delegation, as well as the Governmental Relations Team, to focus their energies on a very clear and specific set of Federal grant and legislative priorities and initiatives.
Based on the meetings, staff and the Team recommended several items and initiatives for the annual Federal Agenda. Initiatives include: Economic Development; Premium Transit Services; Environment and Natural Resources; and Crime Prevention. Staff and the Government Relations Team will work with the Congressional Delegation to identify resources available to successfully meet the goals set forth in the legislative agenda.
Fiscal Note
No fiscal impact at this time.
Recommendation
The City Commission approve the recommended federal agenda.