STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Core - Organizational Support
AGENDA DATE: August 27, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT: Office of Government Affairs
EXECUTIVE: Ahmad Goree
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a two-year professional services contract in the amount of $340,000.00, with one two-year renewal option in the amount of $340,000.00 with CapitalEdge Strategies, LLC for federal legislative consultant services - Total not to exceed $680,000.00 - Financing: General Fund (subject to annual appropriations)
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BACKGROUND
CapitalEdge Strategies LLC, led by Ralph Garboushian, operates a Washington D.C. office dedicated to monitoring federal actions that impact the City of Dallas. Mr. Garboushian works directly with the Texas Congressional delegation and senior officials in the Administration to promote and protect the City's interests and priorities. The firm also collaborates with national municipal organizations including the National League of Cities (NLC), the US Conference of Mayors, and the International City County Management Association to ensure these entities are informed of Dallas's positions and policy goals.
Under its contract with the City, CapitalEdge maintains regular communication with the City staff through phone calls, in person visits, written reports, bulletins, and memorandums. The firm provides federal issue briefings to Councilmembers during NLC meetings or as requested and supplies supplemental information to help interpret the implications of federal legislation and regulations. It also delivers timely updates on federal grant opportunities, often based on direct contact with program managers, to support the City's funding applications.
CapitalEdge has consistently facilitated connections between Dallas leaders and key members of the federal government and has provided strategic guidance on engaging with major agencies including the United States Departments of Housing and Urb...
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