City Council

CC 17. Professional Services Agreement - Frydman Counsel Recommendation(s): 1. It is recommended that the City Council approve the Professional Services Agreement with Frydman Counsel in an amount not to exceed $474,000.00, and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents; and 2. Approve an appropriation of $474,000.00 from General Fund Balance to 10110000.5710 3. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute any additional amendments to the Agreement deemed necessary to complete the project in a form approved by the City Attorney; and 4. Find that this item is not a project pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Since July 2024, Frydman Counsel and the City of Lancaster have collaborated to empower City executive staff with the knowledge, skills, and resilience in order to lead the City effectively. In addition to their ongoing efforts, Frydman Counsel has been instrumental in providing strategic implementation for the City of Lancaster employees through in person, one on one coaching sessions, as well as delivering a strategic plan.