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Discussion: <br />With the architectural work completed, it is now time to execute/engage in the next steps. The <br />legislature is now in session and the 2024 Bonding Process started January 3, 2023. Libby <br />Law Office Partner Bill Strusinski and his associate Les Heen met with staff this past <br />December to detail the process and recommend/advised that the City may have two <br />opportunities; the previous year bonding bill which was not adopted but he advised likely will <br />be which is the first opportunity with the second opportunity being next year's bill. <br />Libby Law Office will provide governmental relations services along with technical advice in <br />support in completing State Office of Budget Management forms and requirements. Their fee <br />is $5,000 a month and we can cease/terminate at our discretion. <br />Morris Leatherman contract is not to exceed $17,500 for 50 questions, which they opine is <br />adequate. However if council wanted to expand the scope, additional questions add $160 <br />each. <br />Jill Brown, whom the Council is familiar with given her duties as the Executive Director of <br />North Metro Mayors, is a communications consultant and in speaking with my colleagues, <br />very skilled and competent in crafting messages/communications for governmental <br />organizations. <br />Strategic Plan Strategy/Goal: <br />Diverse livable community <br />Financial Impact: Up to $120,000 for Libby Law Office, $17,500 for Morris Leatherman, Up <br />to $6,000 for Jill Brown and Associates and estimated $5,000 for printing and mailing costs <br />Recommendation: <br />Adopt resolutions 9687, 9688, and 9689 to approve contracts with Libby Law Office, Morris <br />Leatherman, and Jill Brown. <br />Respectfully submitted, <br />Nyle Zikmund, City Administrator <br />