Council increases Strada Professional Services contract by $25,000
City expands the scope of work with Strada, raising the total contract value to $55,000. The nature of services and specific impact on city operations are not detailed in this item.
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Council hires Volkert Inc. for $67,319 Lawson Field survey and design
City commits funds to plan improvements at Lawson Field; surveying and engineering design will shape the project scope and timeline.
Sole-source: Volkert, Inc. hired for Lawson Field survey and design ($67,319)
City is spending $67,319 on professional surveying and engineering design for Lawson Field. Volkert, Inc. was selected without competitive bidding (sole-source procurement).
Council hires Senior Public Information Officer and Legislative Analyst
Adds two permanent staff roles to the Council office to improve communication with residents and legislative support capacity.
City hires Bhate Geosciences for $33,450 subsurface study
City spending nearly $34K on geotechnical work — likely for a public infrastructure or development project. Details on the specific project are incomplete.
Council hires Dynamic Civil Solutions for Tuggle-Hill K-5 engineering ($35,350)
City commits $35,350 for engineering and surveying design work on Tuggle-Hill K-5 School project. This sole-source contract kicks off design phase for a school facility that will serve the community.
Council appoints representative to fill District 6 seat
District 6 residents will have their vacant council seat filled, restoring full representation at the city council table.
Council appoints representative to fill District 6 seat
District 6 constituents gain a voting representative on the City Council. The appointment fills a vacant seat and restores full representation for the district.
Council appoints representative to fill District 6 seat
Fills vacant City Council seat representing District 6 residents, restoring full representation on the nine-member governing body.
City hires Travel Designers, Inc. for delegate transport, $18,635
City will spend $18,635 from general funds to arrange ground transportation and hotel accommodations for up to 25 area neighborhood delegates. This sole-source contract covers logistical support for neighborhood representatives.
Council approves 25 delegates to 2013 NUSA Conference
City will send community representatives and board members to national urban sustainability conference in Minneapolis (May 22–25, 2013) to share best practices and build networks.
City appoints Shealy and Holt for psychological evaluations ($15,000)
Sole-source contract to provide psychological evaluations, likely for personnel or public-safety purposes. Spending details and vendor selection process matter for public accountability.
Council appoints Peep Entertainment for video and website services
Council contracts with entertainment producer to create official videos and web content. Affects how residents access city information and council proceedings online.
City hires Lewis and Associates for $11,500 franchise-fee audit
City audits franchise-fee compliance to ensure utilities and other franchised businesses pay required fees. This $11,500 contract keeps those audits on track.
Council increases Exford Architects contract by $35K to $215,900
Additional $35,000 to architecture firm for ongoing design or planning services. Total appointment now stands at $215,900.
Council appoints member to Public Building Authority (6-year term)
Public Building Authority oversees city-owned facilities and capital projects. This appointment fills a governance seat on the board that guides infrastructure spending and maintenance decisions.
Council appoints 3 members to Fairhaven Finance Authority
These appointees will oversee operations and finances of Fairhaven special care facilities. Their decisions affect service quality and costs for residents receiving care.
Council corrects appointment terms for Fairhaven board members
Three board members' terms at Special Care Facilities Finance Authority – Fairhaven need correction to fix a 2013 appointment error.
Council appoints 4 members to Design Review Committee
Design Review Committee members help shape architectural standards and commercial revitalization projects across the city. These appointments add an architect, landscape architect, resident representative, and commercial revitalization expert.
Council appoints 3 members to Jefferson County HR Board
Board appointments shape how the county manages its workforce and employee benefits. These three seats—including one vacancy left by resignation—will guide HR policy affecting county staff and operations.