STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: September 28, 2022
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT: Office of Government Affairs
EXECUTIVE: T.C. Broadnax
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a personal services contract with Paul Schlesinger for federal legislative services for the period November 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023 - Not to exceed $74,375.00 - Financing: General Fund (subject to annual appropriations)
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BACKGROUND
Paul Schlesinger represents the City of Dallas in Washington, D.C. He has extensive knowledge, background and contacts in the field of water, infrastructure, flood control, and the United States Army Corps of Engineers' Projects. In addition, he has excellent working relationships with the leadership of key Congressional Committees that are important to the City.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
On December 12, 2018, City Council authorized a contract with Paul Schlesinger for FY 2018-19, by Resolution No. 18-1813.
On November 13, 2019, City Council authorized a contract with Paul Schlesinger for FY 2019-20, by Resolution No. 19-1785.
On October 28, 2020, City Council authorized a contract with Paul Schlesinger for FY 2020-21, by Resolution No. 20-1705.
On October 13, 2021, City Council authorized a contract with Paul Schlesinger for FY 2021-22, by Resolution No. 21-1664.
The Ad Hoc Committee on Legislative Affairs was briefed by memorandum regarding this matter on September 13, 2022.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2023 |
FY 2024 |
Future Years |
|
General Funds |
$74,375.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |