TO: Committee of the Whole - Finance, Administration, and Communications
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Executive
Malisa Files
425-556-2166
Executive
Lisa Maher
425-556-2427
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Executive
Jill Smith
Communications Manager
TITLE:
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Approval of Contract Amendment with Stepherson & Associates Communications to Add $75,000 to the Current Contract, for the Continuation of On-Call Communication and Public Outreach Services
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
Staff requests that City Council approve an amendment for an additional $75,000 to the current $75,000 contract with Stepherson & Associates Communications (S&A). The additional funds will support the continuation of on-call communication and public outreach services which augment and support city communications as needed.
S&A will continue to support communication and community outreach for the public safety project and other communication projects that may arise. Tasks include, but are not limited to, providing general project management, messaging and material development, facilitating Sounding Board meetings and participation, and coordinating community outreach.
The contract addendum will be scheduled for the consent agenda at the April 19 Council business meeting.
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? Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
? Receive Information ? Provide Direction ? Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
* Relevant Plans/Policies:
Police Strategic Plan, Fire Strategic Plan, Community Strategic Plan
* Required:
N/A
* Council Request:
N/A
* Other Key Facts:
S&A has facilitated the Public Safety Sounding Board meetings, completed a survey, drafted messaging and presentation materials, and coordinated all project team and community meetings.
OUTCOMES:
All community members are informed and have had the opportunity to provide input and guide City decision-making.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
* Timeli...
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