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Resolution 2022-32400
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-32400 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE WRITTEN RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY MANAGER (AS SET FORTH IN THE CITY COMMISSION MEMORANDUM ACCOMPANYING THIS RESOLUTION) AND WAIVING, BY A 5/7T" VOTE, THE FORMAL COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENT, AS PERMITTED UNDER SECTION 2-367(E) OF THE CITY CODE, FINDING SUCH WAIVER TO BE IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE CITY; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND BEEFREE, LLC D/B/A FREEBEE FOR ON- DEMAND TRANSIT SERVICE, BASED UPON THE ESSENTIAL TERMS SET FORTH IN THIS RESOLUTION, FOR A CONTRACT TERM OF FIVE (5) YEARS, COMMENCING ON JANUARY 1, 2023 AND EXPIRING ON DECEMBER 31, 2027. WHEREAS, on-demand service provides a more cost-effective way of providing public transit service to low-demand residential areas that have little to no fixed transit service; and WHEREAS, expanding the City's trolley service to the residential, single family neighborhoods in Middle Beach would be cost-prohibitive as it would result in a much higher operating cost to the City per passenger as compared to an on-demand service; and WHEREAS, on-demand services also provide convenient and reliable first/last mile connections to local and regional transit service; and WHEREAS, on May 17, 2017, the City Commission discussed on- demand transportation service to low-demand areas as a first mile/last mile solution, and as a result of the discussion, the City Commission directed the Administration to pursue the service at no cost to the City; and WHEREAS, in response to the City Commission's direction, Request for Letters of Interest(RFLOI)for On-Demand Transit Service was issued in February 2018, and responses were received from three firms on March 2, 2018; and WHEREAS, the goal was to explore a partnership with a vendor that would, at no cost to the City, provide"first mile/last mile"on-demand transportation service to areas underserved by Miami-Dade County bus service and not served by City's trolley service; and WHEREAS,three firms submitted responses to the RFLOI; however, none of the firms could provide the service at no charge to passengers or without a City subsidy as required by the RFLOI; thus, all three firms were deemed non-responsive; and WHEREAS, in early 2019, the City's Transportation and Mobility Department identified funding for a four month on-demand transit service pilot program during fiscal year 2018/19; and WHEREAS, on May 29, 2019, pursuant to a competitive solicitation, the City and Beefree, LLC d/b/a Freebee (Freebee) executed a Professional Services Agreement for the City of Miami Beach On-Demand Transit Service Pilot Program in Middle Beach; and WHEREAS, the pilot program launched on May 31, 2019; and WHEREAS, on December 11, 2019, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2019-31110, waiving, by 5/7th vote, the formal competitive bidding requirement in Section 2-367(e) and approving an extension of the term of the Agreement for an additional three (3)years, commencing on January 1, 2020 and expiring on December 31, 2022; and WHEREAS, the Agreement was subsequently amended several times to address various mobility needs, including the provision of service for eligible elderly residents living in affordable housing facilities throughout the City and/or participating in elderly programs for essential trips to the closest Publix supermarket or pharmacy; and WHEREAS, since May 2019, pursuant to a competitive solicitation, Freebee has been providing on-demand transit service in geo-fenced areas of Middle Beach which are not served by the City's trolley service and underserved by the Miami-Dade County bus service; and WHEREAS, furthermore, as part of the current agreement, Freebee is providing an on-demand transit service for eligible elderly residents for essential trips to the closest supermarket or pharmacy; and WHEREAS, the City's current agreement with Freebee expires on December 31, 2022 and does not allow for any further extensions; and WHEREAS, the Administration is very satisfied with the service quality, service reliability, quality of personnel and customer service provided and demonstrated by Freebee, as well as with Freebee's compliance with all contractual requirements, since inception of the agreement; and WHEREAS, Freebee has the capacity to provide fluid on-demand transportation, and the ability to implement new service and perform service changes within a short timeframe, which Freebee has successfully demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic and a number of service changes over the initial three-year contract period; and WHEREAS, Freebee is a well-established provider of on-demand transit service, using fully electric vehicles, both within and outside of South Florida, currently providing service in the City of Aventura, Bal Harbour, Bay Harbor, Biscayne Park, Coconut Grove (Miami Parking Authority), Coral Gables, Delray Beach, Doral, Downtown Miami (Miami Parking Authority), El Portal, Florida International University, Florida City, Hialeah, Islamorada, Key Biscayne, Miami Lakes, North Miami Beach, Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, South Miami, St. Pete Beach, Sunrise, Tri-Rail (SFTRA), Virginia Beach, and West Miami; and WHEREAS, furthermore, Freebee has a strong local brand and customer base which has helped secure revenue for the City; and WHEREAS,during FY2022,for example, approximately 15%of the total operating cost of the on-demand transit service was offset by the advertisement revenue generated by the program; and WHEREAS, the continuation of this important and popular alternative transportation service will assist the City in achieving its resilience and mobility goals by reducing the City's carbon footprint, reducing congestion, improving mobility options for its residents, and becoming a less car-centric city; and WHEREAS, the new agreement with Freebee would include the following essential terms, along with the standard legal provisions that the City includes in its agreements: • Five-year term, commencing on January 1, 2023 and expiring on December 31, 2027; • Same programs and service plans (2 vehicles per on-demand program, same operating hours as current programs), which include the service plan for Middle Beach residents, as more particularly described in Attachment A to this Resolution, and service plan for the elderly, as more particularly described in Attachment B to this Resolution; • Honoring current hourly operating rate of $26.25 per hour, subject to increases pursuant to the City's Living Wage Ordinance during the term of the new agreement for the current vehicle type, as more particularly described in Attachment A to this Resolution; • Same as the current agreement, maintaining 50/50 revenue share from advertising sales to offset the operating cost to the City, subject to the City's Advertising Standards; • Same as the current agreement, authorizes the City Manager to modify the vehicle types, such as adding Tesla Model X vehicles or other electric vehicle technology, to the program to increase service efficiency; and further authorizes the City Manager to negotiate with Freebee the hourly rate for each vehicle type, subject to funding availability. Tesla vehicles will be able to cover more service area in a shorter period of time, thus enhancing the capacity of the service while keeping the same number of vehicles in service and minimally increasing service cost; • Same as the current agreement, authorizes the City Manager to approve additional services, or make any necessary changes to the current program, as deemed necessary by the City Manager, even if the value of the services exceeds the City Manager's authority under the City Code, subject to funding availability; • Incorporates safety and security language required by the regulatory agencies; and • Includes Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase not to exceed 3% annually, subject to the City Manager's approval and subject to funding availability; and WHEREAS, based upon the foregoing, the City Manager recommends that the Mayor and City Commission waive, by a 5/7tns vote, the formal competitive bidding requirement, as permitted under Section 2-367(e) of the City Code, as being in the best interest of the City, and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a new five-year agreement with Freebee, based upon the essential terms set forth in this Resolution,to ensure the continuation of this reliable and desirable on-demand transit service. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City Commission hereby accept the written recommendation of the City Manager (as set forth in the City commission memorandum accompanying this Resolution)and waive, by a 5/7th vote,the formal competitive bidding requirement, as permitted under section 2-367(e)of the City Code, finding such waiver to be in the best interest of the City; and further authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement between the City and Beefree, LLC d/b/a Freebee for on-demand transit service, based upon the essential terms set forth in this Resolution, for a contract term of five (5) years, commencing on January 1, 2023 and expiring on December 31, 2027. PASSED and ADOPTED this 16th day of November 2022. Dan Gelber, Mayor ATTEST: / II RP ORAATED.. / 4ff Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk ?7 `„ ,. NOV 1 7 2022 APPROVED AS TO FORM & LANGUAGE & FOR EXECUTION City Attorney ( r Date • • _.._ Attachment A • • • SERVICE AREA 7 EEb E QQ/L�QQ _ { MIAMI BEACH "L�LJ" • , i MIAMI BEACH COURTESY OF On-Demand � af +i3:,; COURTESY OF • Service Area MIAMI BEACH MIAMI BEACH " • ismar-- YA:614 nGak.DJaS,.• - Getting around T, r I '' ' maranaoa}'.mlasstMid-Beach just A..,.,,., (Iq+ got easier! II II . IBEnert il The City of Miami Beach has partnered with Freebee to offer a FREE On•Demand Transit(ODT)service to , riders throughout Mld-Beachl ODT service provides f first mile/last mile service connecting to the existing Miami Beach Trolley end Miami-Dade County Bus • r'•' I filll11,�1 down/and service within the geo-fenced service area and door-. rt Arc/, sn r nko, !w* tha to-door service for trips originating and ending within w„u.+wlt9 sr inu+�uaok o./as, the geo•fenced service area.The service operates as "+p 0 -------. a continuous vanpool,dynamically adjusting vehicle Ili .(�� o m 'e e�ee _routing to appropriately meet ridership demand and .�« " '—' service needs within the service area. 44ri,;,,i In-a;" �- npp nv!!l -Service Hours: } 1itf®- Was"rplon Yank � n+- r.,�y }it .Monday-Friday:630am-10pm _A. !uM mac K*e l I>2«:v.l?,,;-i. Saturday:8am-10pm e J • Sunday:8am-8prn Fare:Free GJs;F A FUN,FREE&GREEN • ON-DEMAND SHUTTLE SERVICE Attachment B Table 1.Freebee Service for elderly at affordable housing facilities to closest Publix or pharmacy Service Days ( Service Hours Facility Name Address Zip Allen 2001 Washington Avenue 33139 Ann-Ell Apartments 700 Euclid Avenue 33139 Cielo Apts 1930 Marseille Drive 33139 Council Towers North 1040 N.Collins Avenue 33139 Council Towers South 533 Collins Avenue 33139 Douglas Gardens 1960 Park Avenue 33139 Edward Apts. 953 Collins Avenue 1 33139 1 Federation Towers 757 West Avenue 33139 Fernwood 935 Pennsylvania Avenue 33139 Henderson Court 328 Jefferson Avenue 33139 Jefferson Apts. 542 Jefferson Avenue 33139 Leonard Turkel 234-246 Jefferson Avenue 33139 Lois Apartments 211 Collins Avenue 33139 London Arms 727 Collins Avenue I 33139 London House 1975-1965 Washington Avenue 33139 Lulav Square 628 Lenox Avenue i 33139 Madison Apts. 259 Washington Avenue 33139 Meridian Place 530 Meridian Avenue 33139 1 Michigan 530 530 Michigan Avenue I 33139 7 days a week 7AM-5:30PM Michigan 532 532 Michigan Avenue 33139 Neptune 11632 Meridian Avenue 33139 Rebecca Towers North 200 Alton Rd. 33139 Rebecca Towers South 150 Alton Rd. 33139 Riviera 337 20th Street 33139 Sabrina Apts. 1551 Penn.Avenue I 33139 Shelbourne 710 Jefferson Avenue I 33139 1Shep Davis Plaza 220 23rd Street I 33139 Swezy 1220 Pennsylvania Avenue 33139 Westchester 516 15th Street 33139 Blackstone Apts. 1800 Washington Avenue 33139 1 Mayfair Residence 12001 Washington Avenue I 33139 1 Four Freedoms House 3800 Collins Avenue 33140 Villa Maria 2800 Collins Avenue 33140 'Coral Apts. 795 81st Street 33141 Crespi Park Apts. 1023 79St/Crespi 33141 Harding Village 8540 Harding Avenue 33141 Lottie Apts. 530 75th St. 33141 Madeline Apts. 7871 Crespi Blvd. 33141 Stella Maris House 8638 Harding Avenue 33141 1 Villa Matti 221 28 Street 33140 Miami Beach senior residents (65 and older) living outside of the facilities listed in Table 1 are also eligible for ODT service provided that they are enrolled in any of the programs for seniors provided by Unidad, Jewish Community Services,or Little Havana.Some of the programs for senior residents provided by these entities are congregate meal, day program, case management,counseling, etc.At the time service request is being made by the customer,operators dispatch personnel shall verify customers eligibility(customer either originates from any of the facilities listed in Table 1 and is 65 years of age or older or customer is a Miami Beach senior resident enrolled in any of the programs for seniors provided by Unidad,Jewish Community Services,or Little Havana).All customers shall be taken to Publix Supermarket or pharmacy closest to their origin. Resolutions -C7 M MIAMI BEACH COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission FROM: Alina T. Hudak, City Manager DATE: November 16, 2022 SUBJECT:A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE WRITTEN RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY MANAGER (AS SET FORTH IN THE CITY COMMISSION MEMORANDUM ACCOMPANYING THIS RESOLUTION) AND WAIVING, BY A 5/7TH VOTE, THE FORMAL COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENT, AS PERMITTED UNDER SECTION 2-367(E) OF THE CITY CODE, FINDING SUCH WAIVER TO BE IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE CITY; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITYAND BEEFREE, LLC D/B/A FREEBEE FOR ON-DEMAND TRANSIT SERVICE, BASED UPON THE ESSENTIAL TERMS SET FORTH IN THIS RESOLUTION, FOR A CONTRACT TERM OF FIVE (5) YEARS, COMMENCING ON JANUARY 1, 2023 AND EXPIRING ON DECEMBER 31, 2027. RECOMMENDATION The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission adopt the Resolution authorizing the bid waiver and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a new agreement with Freebee for continuation of the City's on-demand transit services. BACKGROUND/HISTORY On-demand service provides a more cost-effective way of providing public transit service to low-demand residential areas that have little to no fixed transit service. For example, expanding the City's trolley service to the residential, single family neighborhoods in Middle Beach would be cost-prohibitive as it would result in a much higher operating cost to the City and cost per passenger as compared to an on-demand service. On-demand services also provide convenient and reliable first/last mile connections to local and regional transit service. On May 17, 2017, the City Commission discussed on-demand transportation service to low- demand areas as a first mile/last mile solution. As a result of the discussion, the City Commission directed the Administration to pursue the service at no cost to the City. In response to City Commission direction, Request for Letters of Interest (RFLOI) for On- Demand Transit Service was issued in February 2018, and responses were received from three Page 812 of 1416 firms on March 2, 2018. The goal was to explore a partnership with a vendor that would, at no cost to the City, provide "first mile/last mile" on-demand transportation service to areas underserved by Miami-Dade County bus service and not served by City's trolley service. Three firms submitted responses to the RFLOI; however, none of the firms could provide the service at no charge to passengers or without a City subsidy as required by the RFLOI; thus, all three firms were deemed non-responsive. In early 2019, the City's Transportation and Mobility Department identified funding for a four month on-demand transit service pilot program during fiscal year 2018/19. On May 29, 2019, pursuant to a competitive solicitation, the City and Beefree, LLC d/b/a "Freebee" executed a Professional Services Agreement for the City of Miami Beach On-Demand Transit Service Pilot Program in Middle Beach. The pilot program launched on May 31,2019. On December 11, 2019, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2019-31110, waiving, by 5/7th vote, the formal competitive bidding requirement in Section 2-367(e) and approving an extension of the term of the Agreement for an additional three (3) years, commencing on January 1,2020 and expiring on December 31, 2022. The Agreement was subsequently amended several times to address various mobility needs (Attachment), including the provision of service for eligible elderly residents living in affordable housing facilities throughout the City and/or participating in elderly programs for essential trips to the closest Publix supermarket or pharmacy. ANALYSIS Freebee is a well-established provider of on—demand transit service using fully electric vehicles both within and outside of South Florida, currently providing service in the City of Aventura, Bal Harbour, Bay Harbor, Biscayne Park, Coconut Grove (Miami Parking Authority), Coral Gables, Delray Beach, Doral, Downtown Miami (Miami Parking Authority), El Portal, Florida International University, Florida City, Hialeah, Islamorada, Key Biscayne, Miami Lakes, North Miami Beach, Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, South Miami, St. Pete Beach, Sunrise, Tri-Rail (SFTRA), Virginia Beach,and West Miami. Since May 2019, pursuant to a competitive solicitation, Freebee has been providing on-demand transit service in geo-fenced areas of Middle Beach which are not served by the City's trolley service and underserved by the Miami-Dade County bus service. Furthermore, as part of the current agreement, Freebee is providing an on-demand transit service for eligible elderly residents for essential trips to the closest supermarket or pharmacy. The City's current agreement with Freebee expires on December 31, 2022 and does not allow for any further extensions. The Administration is very satisfied with the service quality, service reliability, quality of personnel and customer service provided and demonstrated by Freebee, as well as with Freebee's compliance with all contractual requirements, since inception of the agreement. Freebee has unique experience and capacity to provide fluid on-demand transportation, the ability to implement new service and perform service changes in short timeframe, which they successfully demonstrated during the COVI D-19 pandemic and number of service changes over the initial three-year contract period. Furthermore, Freebee has a strong local brand and customer base which has helped secure revenue for the City. During FY2022, for example, approximately 15%of the total operating cost of the on-demand transit service was offset by the Page 813 of 1416 advertisement revenue generated by the program. Subject to City Commission approval of a bid waiver, the Administration will enter into a new five-year agreement with Freebee to provide for continuation of the current on-demand transit services. The new agreement with Freebee would include the following key terms: • Five-year term • Same programs and service plans (2 vehicles per on-demand program, same operating hours as current programs) Honoring current hourly operating rate during the new term for the same vehicle type • Same as the current agreement, maintaining 50/50 revenue share from advertising sales to offset the operating cost to the City Provides option, at the City's discretion, for adding Tesla Model X vehicles or other electric vehicle technology to the program to increase service efficiency. Tesla vehicles will be able to cover more service area in a shorter period of time, thus enhancing the capacity of the service while keeping the same number of vehicles in service and minimally increasing service cost. Same as the current agreement, authorizes the City Manager to approve additional services, or make any necessary changes to the current program, as deemed necessary by the City Manager, subject to funding availability, even if the value of the services exceeds the City Manager's authority under the City Code Incorporates safety and security language required by the regulatory agencies • Includes Consumer Price Index(CPI)increase not to exceed 3%annually, subject to City approval SUPPORTING SURVEY DATA Based on the 2022 Miami Beach Resident Survey, 77% of residents use their automobile as a primary mode of transportation for trips within Miami Beach. FINANCIAL INFORMATION Based on the current contract with Freebee, the annual operating cost for on-demand transit services is approximately$500,000. While the new agreement is being negotiated (including a new hourly rate for an improved vehicle type),the annual operating cost is estimated to be approximately $540,000. These funds, including grant funds awarded by the Florida Department of Transportation for the Middle Beach on-demand service, are included in the Transportation and Mobility Departments adopted FY 2022/23 operating budget. As in the past,the cost to the City would be offset by advertising revenue generated by the program. Amount(s)/Account(s): $495,800—106-9615-000349-30-403-529-00-00-00-(Not to Exceed) $158,000—FDOT Public Transit Service Development Program Grant CONCLUSION Since May 2019, pursuant to a competitive solicitation, Freebee has been providing on-demand transit services for eligible Middle Beach residents and eligible elderly residents. The Administration is very satisfied with the current service provided by Freebee. Given the City's current contract with Freebee expires in December 2022, the Administration is pursuing a new agreement with Freebee, through a bid waiver, to enable the continuation of the current on- demand transit services with no interruption and with the option of providing newer vehicles and Page 814 of 1416 technology, including Tesla Model X vehicles, for higher service efficiency, at the City's discretion. The continuation of this important and popular alternative transportation service will assist the City in achieving its resilience and mobility goals by reducing our carbon footprint, reducing congestion, improving mobility options for our residents, and becoming a less car-centric city. Based upon the foregoing, the City Manager recommends that the Mayor and City Commission waive, by a 5ilths vote, the formal competitive bidding requirement, as permitted under Section 2-367(e)of the City Code, as being in the best interest of the City. Applicable Area Citywide Is this a"Residents Right Does this item utilize G.O. to Know" item,pursuant to Bond Funds? City Code Section 2-14? No No Strategic Connection Mobility-Address traffic congestion. Legislative Tracking Transportation and Mobility Sponsor Vice-Mayor Alex Fernandez ATTACHMENTS: Description a Attachment © Resolution • Page 815 of 1416 Attachment: Chronology of Contract Amendments On September 11, 2019, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2019-30997, authorizing the City Manager to negotiate Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement,extending the pilot program through October 31, 2019, adding two more vehicles in service, and permitting advertisement on the vehicles to offset some of the operating costs to the City. On October 16, 2019, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2019-31057, unanimously approving the extension of the pilot program for two additional months, through December 31, 2019. On December 11, 2019, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2019-31110, waiving, by 5/7th vote, the formal competitive bidding requirement in Section 2-367(e) and approving an extension of the term of the Agreement for an additional three (3) years, commencing on January 1, 2020 and expiring on December 31, 2022. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and various State, County and City emergency orders, on March 23, 2020, via a Letter Agreement, the City partially suspended the on-demand transportation services under the Agreement by modifying the scope of Services to provide on- demand services for the elderly. Based upon the emergency orders in effect at the time, on April 1, 2020, via a Letter Agreement, the City suspended all Freebee services under the Agreement. On November 16, 2020, via Letter Agreement, the City modified the Agreement to repurpose the Middle Beach on-demand transit service to provide essential mobility services for elderly residents living in affordable housing facilities throughout the City and the closest Publix supermarket or pharmacy. These services for elderly residents were provided 7 days a week from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM and, pursuant to City Commission direction, were to operate in that manner through December 30, 2020. On December 30, 2020, via a Letter Agreement, the City extended the period of services for a limited period of time, through January 20, 2021; and on January 19, 2021, the City, via a Letter Agreement, extended the services under the Agreement through September 30, 2021. On May 26, 2021, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2021-31721, approving and authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No.8 to the Agreement; said Amendment approving additional services: (1) during Memorial Weekend, 2021, in the approximate amount of $4,000; and (2) along the Collins Avenue corridor, from 23 Street to 44 Street, as a temporary traffic mitigation strategy during the construction of the Indian Creek Drive flood mitigation project, through September 30, 2021, in the initial approximate amount of $61,000, subject to extension and/or modification by the City Manager, as needed; and further authorizing the City Manager to approve future additional services, subject to funding availability and provided that the cost does not exceed the City Manager's authority under the City code. While the services for elderly residents living in affordable housing facilities throughout the City were to be discontinued on September 30, 2021, due to the state of the pandemic at the time, service for elderly was extended via Amendment No. 9 to the Agreement through November 30, 2021, under the City Manager's authority. Mid-Beach on-demand transit service resumed its operations on October 1, 2021. Page 816 of 1416 Attachment: Chronology of Contract Amendments On October 27, 2021, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2021-31912, approving Amendment No. 10 to the Agreement; said Amendment(1)extending Services for the elderly through March 31, 2022; and (2) authorizing the City Manager to approve additional services, as deemed necessary by the City Manager, subject to funding availability, even if the value of the services exceeds the City Managers authority under the City Code. On March 22,2022,Amendment No. 11 was executed extending services for the elderly residents through September 30, 2022. On May 18, 2022, the City and Contractor executed Amendment No. 12 to the Agreement, acknowledging that the contract value had exceeded $100,000 annually and, as such, became subject to the Living Wage Ordinance, as codified under Section 2-407 of the City Code. Finally, on October 12, 2022 the City and Contractor executed Amendment No. 13,extending the services for the elderly residents through the end of the term of the Agreement, i.e. December 31, 2022. Page 817 of 1416