SECOND EXTENSION OF AGREEMENTS FOR LOBBYING AND ADVOCACY SERVICES WITH SHAW, YODER, ANTWIH, SCHMELZER & LANGE (STATE AFFAIRS) AND WITH THORN RUN PARTNERS (FEDERAL AFFAIRS) [J. ROCCO, A. LOVANO, H. MOLINA]
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AI Summary
Using city funds, this decision will cost residents approximately $324,000 over two years to maintain lobbying and advocacy services at both the state and federal levels. This ensures that West Hollywood's interests are effectively represented in legislative matters, potentially influencing policies that could benefit the community.
How does this affect you?
For West Hollywood residents, this extension means that the city will continue to have professional representation in state and federal legislative matters. This could lead to securing more favorable policies or funding opportunities that benefit local infrastructure, public services, or community programs. However, it also means a continued financial commitment from the city's budget, which could impact other funding priorities.
Fiscal impact
The financial impact is $324,000 funded by taxpayers.
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