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Resolution approving the renewal of a Consulting Services Agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for grant writing services on various capital improvements, development, and social service projects for a one-year term in an amount not to exceed $60,000
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WHEREAS, on April 13, 2017, the City issued a Request for Proposals for grant writing services on various City projects. A staff committee selected Townsend Public Affairs (TPA) as the best qualified based on their presentation, project understanding, experience with similar projects, and value; and
WHEREAS, TPA continues to provide essential legislative guidance and analysis in Sacramento. The City relies on TPA for their assistance in identifying grant opportunities and assisting with writing and submitting state agency grant proposals; and
WHEREAS, through the 8-year partnership with TPA, the City of South San Francisco has secured $12,841,775, including state and regional funding; and
WHEREAS, in addition to grant funding success, TPA has successfully advocated on dozens of bills and legislative proposals in Sacramento and kept staff regularly updated of their efforts. In fiscal year 2024-25, TPA’s legislative support included Senate Bill 390 and the Property Tax in-lieu of Vehicle License Fees (VLF) shortfall.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of South San Francisco approves the renewal of a Consulting Services Agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for grant writing services on various capital improvements, development, and social service projects for a one-year term in an amount not to exceed $60,000.
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