ITEM TITLE:
Approval of Professional Services Agreement with Kim Hutchinson dba Trust Consultants for State Lobbyist Services in the Amount of $60,000
SUBMITTED BY: Sheri Pierce, MMC, City Clerk
FISCAL NOTES:
Expenditure Required: $60,000
Unencumbered Balance: NA
Funding Source: 001-5300-43400
RECOMMENDATION:
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SUMMARY STATEMENT:
The annual contract for state lobbying services is put forth for Council’s approval.
Serving as State lobbyist, Mr. Hutchinson represents the City of Valdez during the regular and all special sessions of the Alaska Legislature and throughout the calendar year. Mr. Hutchinson has represented the City for more than 25 years with no increase in his contract. Mr. Hutchinson is requesting an increase in his professional services agreement in the amount of $10,000. The contract amount of $60,000 includes all travel and expenses.
The attached contract for City Council consideration has been reviewed by city administration, Kim Hutchinson, and the city attorney.