City Council

8.4 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH\nJOE A. GONSALVES TO PROVIDE LEGISLATIVE SERVICES TO THE CITY\nComments:\nAs the City continues to navigate various legislative challenges, the expertise of Joe A.\nGonsalves remains essential in navigating these issues. The Professional Services\nAgreement, which expired on June 30, 2024, provided specific legislative services to be\nperformed by Joe A. Gonsalves, as needed by the City. Entering into a new agreement\nwill ensure that Mr. Gonsalves can continue to focus on legislative advocacy and other\nkey priorities on behalf of the City. (CM)\nRecommendation:\nStaff recommends that the City Council approve a Professional Services Agreement with\nJoe A. Gonsalves for State Lobbying Services.