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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
AND
RUTLEDGE ECENIA,P.A.
FOR
STATE LEGISLATIVE CONSULTING SERVICES 1
Thus Professional Services Agreement (Agreement")is entered into this (Effective
Date"),between the CITY OF MIAMI BEACH,FLORIDA,a municipal corporation organized
and existing under the laws of the State of Florida,having its principal offices at 1700
Convention Center Drive,Miami Beach,Florida,33139 (he "Cy).RUTLEDGE ECENIA,
P.A..a Florida Corporation,whose address is 119 South Monroe Street,Suite 202,
Tallahassee,Florida 32301 ("Consultant").
SECTION 1
DEFINITIONS
Agreement:
City Manager
City Manager's
Designee:
Consultant:
Services:
Fee:
Risk Manager·
This Agreement between the City and Consultant,including any exhibits
and amendments thereto.
The chief administrative officer of the City.
The City staff member who is designated by the City Manager to
administer this Agreement on behalf of the City.The City Manager's
designee shall be Christina Baguer,Chief of Staff.
For the purposes of this Agreement,Consultant shall be deemed to be an
independent contractor,and not an agent or employee of the City.
All services,work and actions by the Consultant performed or undertaken
pursuant to the Agreement.
Amount paid to the Consultant as compensation for Services
The Risk Manager of the City,with offices at 1700 Convention Center
Drive,Third Floor,Miami Beach,Florida 33139,telephone number (305)
673-7000,Ext 26724,and fax number (305)673-7529.
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SECTION 2
SCOPE OF SERVICES
2.1 Inconsideration of the Fee to be paid to Consultant by the City,Consultant shall provide
the work and services described in Exhibit "A"hereto (the "Services")
Although Consultant may be provided with a schedule of the available hours to provide its
Services,the City shall not control nor have the right to control the hours of the Services
performed by the Consultant;where the Services are performed (although the City will provide
Consultant with the appropriate location to perform the Services)when the Services are
performed,including how many days a week the Services are performed;how the Services are
performed,or any other aspect of the actual manner and means of accomplishing the Services
provided.Notwithstanding the foregoing,all Services provided by the Consultant shall be
performed in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in Exhibit "A"and to the
reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager.If there are any questions regarding the Services
to be performed,Consultant should contact the following person.
Christina Baguer,Chief of Staff,
City of Miami Beach
Office of the City Manager
1700 Convention Center Drive,4"Floor
Miami Beach,FL 33139
2.2 Consultant's Serices,and any deliverables incident thereto,shall be completed in
accordance with the timeline and/or schedule in Exhibit "A"hereto
SECTION 3
TERM
The term of this Agreement ("Term")shall commence upon execution of this Agreement by all
parties hereto (the Effective Date set forth on p.1 hereof)and shall have a one (1)year term.
Notwithstanding the Term provided herein,Consultant shall adhere to any specific timelines,
schedules,dates,and/or performance milestones for completion and delivery of the Services,
as same is/are set forth in the timeline and/or schedule referenced in Exhibit "A"hereto.
SECTION 4
FEE
4.1 In consideration of the Services to be provided,the City shall pay the Consultant a total
annual fee not to exceed $54,QQQ (the "Fee").
The fee shall be paid in equal monthly installments of $4,500,due at the end of each month
during the Term,beginning on the Effective Date stated on page 1 of this Agreement.The
monthly installments shall become payable upon the execution of this Agreement The parties
hereby acknowledge and agree that any payments to the Consultant due under the Agreement
shall be made by the City to RUTLEDGE-ECENIA.
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4.2 FLORIDA LOBBYING FEE DISCLOSURE
Under Section 112.3215,Florida Statutes,lobbying firms in Florida are required on a
quarterly basis to publicly disclose fees billed or received from clients for lobbying efforts at
the state level.The !aw mandates that lobbying firms ailocate fees between lobbying and
non-lobbying services,legislative and executive branch lobbying,and lobbying performed by
the firm that occurred at other levels of government
4.3 INVOICING
Upon receipt of an acceptable and approved invoice,payment(s)shall be made within forty-five
(45)days for that portion (or those portions)of the Services satisfactorily rendered (and
referenced in the particular invoice).
Invoices shall include a detailed description of the Services (or portions thereof)provided,and
shall be submitted to the City at the following address:.
Accounts Payable:Payables@mniamibeact[i_gov
SECTION 5
TERMINATION
5.1 TERMINATION FOR CAUSE
If the Consultant shall fail to fulfill in a timely manner,or otherwise violates,any of the
covenants,agreements,or stipulations material to this Agreement,the City,through its City
Manager,shall thereupon have the right to terminate this Agreement for cause.Prior to
exercising its option to terminate for cause,the City shall notify the Consultant cf its violation of
the particular term(s)of this Agreement,and shall grant Consultant ten (10)days to cure such
default.If such default remains uncured after ten (10)days,the City may terminate this
Agreement without further notice to Consultant Upon termination,the City shall be fully
discharged from any and all liabilities,duties,and terms arising out of,or by virtue of,this
greerent.
Notwithstanding the above,the Consultant shall not be relieved of liability to the City for
damages sustained by the City by any breach of the Agreement by the Consultant The City,at
its sole option and discretion,shall be entitled to bring any and all iegal/equitable actions that it
deems to be in its best interest in order to enforce the City's rights and remedies against
Consultant The City shall be entitled to recover all costs of such actions,including reasonable
attorneys'fees.
5.2 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE OF THE CITY
THE CITY MAY ALSO,THROUGH ITS CITY MANAGER,AND FOR ITS
CONVENIENCE AND WITHOUT CAUSE,TERMINATE THE AGREEMENT AT ANY
TIME DURING THE TERM BY GIVING WRITTEN NOTICE TO CONSULTANT OF
SUCH TERMINATION;WHICH SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE WITHIN THIRTY (30)
DAYS FOLLOWING RECEIPT BY THE CONSUL TANT OF SUCH NOTICE.
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ADDITIONALLY,IN THE EVENT OF A PUBLIC HEAL TH,WELFARE OR SAFETY
CONCERN,AS DETERMINED BY THE CITY MANAGER,IN THE CITY MANAGER'S
SOLE DISCRETION,THE CITY MANAGER,PURSUANT TO A VERBAL OR
WRITTEN NOTIFICATION TO CONSUL TANT,MAY IMMEDIATELY SUSPEND THE
SERVICES UNDER THIS AGREEMENT FOR A TIME CERTAIN,OR IN THE
ALTERNATIVE,TERMINATE THIS AGREEMENT ON A GIVEN DATE.IF THE
AGREEMENT IS TERMINATED FOR CONVENIENCE BY THE CITY,CONSULTANT
SHALL BE PAID FOR ANY SERVICES SATISFACTORILY PERFORMED UP TO THE
DATE OF TERMINATION;FOLLOWING WHICH THE CITY SHALL BE DISCHARGED
FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITIES,DUTIES,ANO TERMS ARISING OUT OF,OR BY
VIRTUE OF,THIS AGREEMENT.
5.3 TERMINATION FOR INSOLVENCY
The City also reserves the right to terminate the Agreement in the event the Consultant is
placed either in voluntary or involuntary bankruptcy or makes an assignment for the benefit of
creditors.In such event,the right and obligations for the parties shall be the same as provided
for in Section 5.2.
SECTION 6
INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
6.1 INDEMNIFICATION
Consultant agrees to indemnify,defend and hold harmless tne City of Miami Beach and its
officers,employees,agents,and contractors,from and against any and all actions (whether at
law or in equity),claims,liabilities,losses,and expenses,including.but not limited to,attorneys'
fees and costs,for personal,economic or bodily injury,wrongful death,loss of or damage to
property,which may arise or be alleged to have arisen from the negligent acts,errors,
omissions or other wrongful conduct of the Consultant,its officers,employees,agents,
contractors,or any other person or entity acting under Consultant's control or supervision,in
connection with,related to,or as a result of the Consultant's performance of the Services
pursuant to this Agreement.To that extent,the Consultant shall pay all such claims and losses
and shall pay all such costs and judgments which may issue from any lawsuit arising from such
claims and losses,and shall pay all costs and attorneys'fees expended by the City in the
defense of such claims and losses,including appeals.The Consultant expressly understands
and agrees that any insurance protection required by this Agreement or otherwise provided by
the Consultant shall in no way iimit the Consultant's responsibility to indemnify,keep and save
harmless and defend the City or its officers,employees,agents and instrumentalities as herein
provided.
The parties agree that one percent (1%)of thc total compensation to Consultant for
performance of the Services under this Agreement is the specific consideration from the City to
the Consultant for (he Consultant's indemnity agreement.The provisions of this Section 6 I and
of this indemnification shall survive termination or expiration of this Agreement
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6.2 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
6.3 The Consultant shall maintain the below required insurance in effect prior to awarding
the agreement and for the duration of the agreement.The maintenance of proper insurance
coverage is a material eiement of the agreement and failure to maintain or renew coverage may
be treated as a material breach of the contract,which could result in withholding of payments or
termination of the Agreement.
Worker's Compensation Insurance for all employees of the vendor as required by
Florida Statute 440.
•Consultant General Liability ,in an amount not less than $1,000,000.
C Automobile Liability Insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired vehicles
used in connection with the work,in an amount not less than $1,000,000
combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage.
D Professional Liability Insurance in an amount not less than $1,000,000 with the
deductible per claim,if any,not to exceed 10%of the limit of liability.
6.4 Additional Insured -City of Miami Beach must be included by endorsement as an
additional insured with respect to all liability policies (except Professional Liability and Workers'
Compensation)arising out of work or operations performed on behalf of the Consultant
including materials,parts,or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations
and automobiles owned,leased,hired or borrowed in the form of an endorsement to the
Consultant's insurance.
6.5 Notice of Cancellation -Each insurance policy required above shall provide that
coverage shall not be cancelled,except with notice to the City of Miami Beach c/o EX!GIS
Insurance Compliance Services.
6.6 Waiver of Subrogation --Consultant agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be
necessary to affec1 the waiver of subrogation cin the coverages required.However,this
provision applies regardless of whether he City has received a waiver of subrogation
endorsement from the insurer.
6.7 Acceptability of Insurers -Insurance must be placed with insurers with a current A.M.
Best rating of A:VII or higher.If not rated,exceptions may be made for members of the Florida
Insurance Funds (i.e.FWCIGA,FAJUA).Carriers may also be considered if they are licensed
and authorized to do insurance business in the State of Florida
6.8 Verification of Coverage -Consultant shall furnish the City with original certificates and
amendatory endorsements,or copies of the applicable insurance language,effecting coverage
required by this contract.l!certificates and endorsements are to be received and approved by
the City before work commences.However,failure to obtain the required documents prior to
the work beginning shall not waive the Consultant's obligation to provide them.The City
reserves the right to require complete,certified copies of all required insurance policies,
including endorsements,required by these specifications,at any time.
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CERTIFICATE HOLDER ON ALL COi MUST READ:
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
c/o EXIGIS Insurance Compiiance Services
PO Box 947
Murrieta,CA 92564
Kindly submit all certificates of insurance,endorsements,exemption letters to our servicing
agent,EXIGIS,at:
6.9 Special Risks or Circumstances --The City of Miami Beach reserves the right to
modify these requirements,including limits,based on the nature of the risk,prior experience,
insurer,coverage,or other special circumstances.
Compliance with the foregoing requirements shall not relieve the vendor of his liability and
obligation under this section or under any other section of this agreement.
SECTION 7
LITIGATION JURISDICTIONNENUE/JURY TRIAL WAIVER
This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida.This
Agreement shall be enforceable in Miami-Dade County,Florida,and if legal action is necessary
by either party with respect to the enforcement of any or all of the terms or conditions herein,
exclusive venue for the enforcement of same shall lie in Miami-Dade County,Florida.By
entering into this Agreement,Consultant and the City expressly waive any rights either party
may have to a trial by jury of any civil litigation related to or arising out of this Agreement.
SECTION 8
LIMITATION OF CITY'S LIABILITY
The City desires to enter into this Agreement only if in so doing the City can place a limit on the
City's liability for any cause of action,for money damages due to an alleged breach by the City
of this Agreement,so that its liability for any such breach never exceeds the sum of $10,000
Consultant hereby expresses its willingness to enter into this Agreement with Consultant's
recovery from the City for any damage action for breach of contract to be limited to a maximum
amount of $10,000
Accordingly,and notwithstanding any other term or condition of this Agreement,Consultant
hereby agrees that the City shall not be liable to the Consultant for damages in an amount in
excess of S10,000 for any action or claim for breach of contract arising out of the performance
or non-performance of any obligations imposed upon the City by this Agreement.
Nothing contained in this section or elsewhere in this Agreement is in any way intended to be a
waiver of the limitation placed upon the City's liability,as set forth in Section 768.28,Florida
Statutes
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SECTION 9
DUTY OF CARE/COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS/PATENT RIGHTS;COPYRIGHT;
AND CONFIDENTIAL FINDINGS
9.1 DUTY OF CARE
With respect to the performance of the Services contemplated herein,Consultant shall exercise
that degree of skill,care,efficiency and diligence normally exercised by reasonable persons
and/or recognized professionals with respect to the performance of comparable work and/or
services.
9.2 COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS
In its performance of the Services,Consultant shall comply with all applicable laws,ordinances,
and regulations of the City,Miami-Dade County,lhe State of Florida,and the federal
government,as applicable.
9.3 PATENT RIGHTS;COPYRIGHT;CONFIDENTIAL FINDINGS
Any work product arising out of this Agreement,as well as all information specifications,
processes,data and findings,are intended to be the property of the City and shall not otherwise
be made public and/or disseminated by Consultant,without the prior written consent of the City
Manager,excepting any information,records etc which are required to be disclosed pursuant to
Court Order and/or Florida Public Records Law.
All reports,documents,articles,devices,andior work produced in whole or in part under this
Agreement are intended to be the sole and exclusive property of the City,and shall not be
subject to any application for copyright or patent by or on behalf of the Consultant or its
employees or sub-consultants,without the prior written consent of the City Manager.
SECTION 10
GENERAL.PROVISIONS
10.1 AUDIT AND INSPECTIONS
Upon reasonable verbal or written notice to Consultant,and at any time during normal
business hours (i.e.9AM --5PM,Monday through Fridays,excluding nationally recognized
holidays),and as often as the City Manager may,in his/her reasonable discretion and
judgment,deem necessary,there shall be made available to the City Manager,and/or such
representatives as the City Manager may deem to act on the City's behalf,to audit,examine,
and/or inspect,any and all other documents and/or records relating to all matters covered by
this Agreement.Consultant shall maintain any and ail such records at its place of business at
Ihe address set forth in the "Notices"section of this Agreement.
10.2 INSPECTOR GENERAL AUDIT RIGHTS
(AA)Pursuant to Section 2-256 of the Code of the City of Miami Beach,the City has
established the Office of the Inspector General which may,on a random basis,perform
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reviews,audits,inspections and investigations on all City contracts,throughout the
duration of said contracts.This random audit is separate and distinct from any other
audit performed by or on behalf of the City.
(B)The Office of the Inspector General is authorized to investigate City affairs and
empowered to review past,present and proposed City programs,accounts,records,
contracts and transactions.In addition,the Inspector General has the power to
subpoena witnesses,administer oaths,require the production of witnesses and monitor
City projects and programs.Monitoring of an existing City project or program may
include a report concerning whether the project is on time,within budget and in
conformance with the contract documents and applicable law.The Inspector General
shall have the power to audit,investigate,monitor,oversee,inspect and review
operations,activities,performance and procurement process including but not limited to
project design,bid specifications,(bid/proposal)submittals,activities of the Consultant,
its officers,agents and employees,lobbyists,City staff and elected officials to ensure
compliance with the contract documents and to detect fraud and corruption.Pursuant to
Section 2-378 of the City Code,the City is allocating a percentage of its overall annual
contract expenditures to fund the activities and operations of the Office of Inspector
General.
(CJ Upon ten (10)days written notice to the Consultant,the Consultant shall make all
requested records and documents available to the Inspector General for inspection and
copying.The Inspector General is empowered to retain the services of independent
private sector auditors to audit,investigate,monitor,oversee,inspect and review
operations activities,performance and procurement process including but not limited to
project design,bid specifications,(bid/proposal)submittals,activities of the Consultant
its officers,agents and empioyees,lobbyists,City staff and elected officials to ensure
compliance with the contract documents and to detect fraud and corruption.
(D)The Inspector General shall have the right to inspect and copy all documents and
records in the Consultant's possession,custody or control which in the Inspector
General's sole judgment,pertain to performance of the contract,including.but not limited
to original estimate files.change order estimate files,worksheets,proposals and
agreements from and with successful subcontractors and suppliers,all project-related
correspondence,memoranda,instructions,financial documents,construction
documents,(bid/proposal)and contract documents,back-change documents,all
documents and records which involve cash,trade or volume discounts,insurance
proceeds,rebates,or dividends received,payroll and personnel records and supporting
documentation for the aforesaid documents and records
(E)The Consultant shall make available at its office at all reasonable times the records,
materials,and other evidence regarding the acquisition (bid preparation)and
performance of this Agreement,for examination,audit,or reproduction,until three (3)
ycars after final payment under this Agreement or for any longer period required by
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statute or by other clauses of this Agreement.In addition:
i.If this Agreement is completely or partially terminated,the Consultant shall make
available records relating to the work terminated until three (3)years after any
resulting final termination settlement;and
ii.The Consultant shall make available records relating to appeals or to litigation or
the settlement of claims arising under or relating lo this Agreement until such
appeals,litigation,or claims are finally resolved.
(F)The provisions in this section shall apply to the Consultant,its officers,agents,
employees,subcontractors and suppliers.The Consultant shall incorporate the
provisions in this section in all subcontracts and all other agreements executed by the
Consultant in connection with the performance of this Agreement.
(G)Nothing in this section shall impair any independent right to the City to conduct audits or
investigative activities.The provisions of this section are neither intended nor shall they
be construed to impose any liability or the City by the Consultant or third parties
10.3 ASSIGNMENT,TRANSFER OR SUBCONSULTING
Consultant shall not subcontract,assign,or transfer all or any portion of any work and/or
service under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the City Manager,which
consent,if given at all,shall be in the Manager's sole judgment and discretion.Neither this
Agreement,nor any term or provision hereof,or right hereunder,shall be assignable unless as
approved pursuant to this section,and any attempt to make such assignment (unless
approved)shall be void.
10.4 PUBLIC ENTITY CRIMES
Prior to commencement of the Services,the Consultant shail file a State of Florida Form PUR
7068,Sworn Statement under Section 287.133(3)a)Florida Statute on Public Entity Crimes
with the City's Procurement Division.
10.5 NO DISCRIMINATION
In connection with the performance of the Services,the Consultant shall not exclude from
participation in,deny the benefits of,or subject to discrimination anyone on the grounds of
race,color,national origin,sex,age,disability,religion,income or family status.
Additionally,Consultant shall comply fully with the City of Miami Beach Human Rights
Ordinance,codified in Chapter 62 of the City Code,as may be amended from time to time,
prohibiting discrimination in employment,housing,public accommodations,and public
services on account of actual or perceived race,color,national origin,religion,sex,
intersexuality,gender identity,sexual orientation,marital and familial status,age,disability,
ancestry,height,weight,domestic partner status,labor organization membership,familial
situation,or political affiliation.
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10.6 CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Consultant herein agrees to adhere to and be governed by all applicable Miami-Dade County
Conflict of Interest Ordinances and Ethics provisions,as set forth in the Miami-Dade County
Code,as may be amended from lime to time;and by the City of Miami Beach Charter and
Code,as may be amended from time to time;both of which are incorporated by reference as if
fully set forth herein.
Consultant covenants that it presently has no interest and shall not acquire any interest.
directly or indirectly,which could conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of the
Services.Consultant further covenants that in the performance of this Agreement,Consultant
shall not employ any person having any such interest.No member of or delegate to the
Congress of the United States shall be admitted to any share or part of this Agreement or to
any benefits arising therefrom.
10.7 CONSULTANT'S COMPLIANCE WITH FLORIDA PUBLIC RECORDS LAW
(A)Consultant shall comply with Florida Public Records law under Chapter 119,Florida
Statutes,as may be amended from tirne to time.
(B)The term "public records"shall have the meaning set forth in Section 119.011(12),which
means all documents,papers,letters,maps,books,tapes,photographs,films,sound
recordings,data processing software,or other material,regardless of the physical form,
characteristics,or means of transmission,made or received pursuant to law or
ordinance or in connection with the transaction of official business of the City
(C)Pursuant to Section 119.0701 of the Florida Statutes,if the Consultant meets the
definition of "Consultant"as defined in Section 119.0701(1)a),the Consultant shall
(1)Keep and maintain public records required by the City to perform the service;
(2)Upon request from the City's custodian of public records,provide the City with a
copy of the requested records or allow the records to be inspected or copied
within a reasonable time at a cost that does not exceed the cost provided in
Chapter 119,Florida Statutes or as otherwise provided by law,
(3)Ensure that public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt from
public records disclosure requirements are not disclosed,except as authorized
by law,for the duration of the contract term and following completion of the
Agreement if the Consultant does not transfer the records to the City;
(4)Upon completion of the Agreement,transfer,at no cost to the City,all public
records in possession of the Consultant or keep and maintain public records
required by the City to perform the service.I the Consultant transfers all public
records to lhe City upon completion of the Agreement,the Consultant shall
destroy any duplicate public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt
from public records disclosure requirements.If the Consultant keeps and
maintains public records upon completion of the Agreement,the Consultant shall
meet all applicable requirements for retaining public records.All records stored
electronically must be provided to the City,upon request from the City's
custodian of public records,in a format that is compatible with the information
technology systems of the City.
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(0)REQUEST FOR RECORDS;NONCOMPLIANCE.
(1)A request to inspect or copy public records relating to the City's contract for
services must be made directly to the City.If the City does not possess the
requested records,the City shall immediately notify the Consultant of the
request,and the Consultant must provide the records to the City or allow the
records to be inspected or copied within a reasonable time.
(2)Consultant's failure to comply with the City's request for records shall constitute a
breach of this Agreement,and the City,at its sole discretion,may:(1)unilaterally
terminate the Agreement;(2)avail itself of the remedies set forth under the
Agreement;and/or (3)avail itself of any available remedies at law or in equity.
(3)A Consultant who fails to provide the public records to the City within a
reasonable time may be subject to penalties under s 119.10
(E)CIVIL ACTION.
(1)If a civil action is filed against a Consultant to compel production of public records
relating to the City's contract for services,the court shall assess and award
against the Consultant the reasonable costs of enforcement,including
reasonable attorneys'fees,if:
a.The court determines that the Consultant unlawfully refused to comply with
the public records request within a reasonable time;and
b.At least 8 business days before filing the action,the plaintiff provided written
notice of the public records request,including a statement that the
Consultant has not complied with the request,to the City and to the
Consultant.
(2)A notice complies with subparagraph (1)(b)if it is sent to the City's custodian of
public records and to the Consultant at the Consultant's address listed on its
contract with the City or to the Consultant's registered agent.Such notices must
be sent by common carrier delivery service or by registered,Global Express
Guaranteed,or certified mail,with postage or shipping paid by the sender and
with evidence of delivery,which may be in an electronic format.
(3)A Consultant who complies with a public records request within 8 business days
after the notice is sent is not liable for the reasonable costs of enforcement.
(F}IF THE CONSULTANT HAS QUESTIONS REGARDING THE
APPLICATION OF CHAPTER 119,FLORIDA STATUTES,TO THE
CONSULTANT'S DUTY TO PROVIDE PUBLIC RECORDS
RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT,CONTACT THE CUSTODIAN
OF PUBLIC RECORDS AT:
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
ATTENTION:RAFAEL E.GRANADO,CITY CLERK
1700 CONVENTION CENTER DRIVE
MIAMI BEACH,FLORIDA 33139
E-MAIL:RAFAEL GRANADO@LAM!BEACHEL.GOy
PHONE:305-673-7411
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10.8 FORCE MAJEURE
(A)A Force Majeure"event is an event that (i)in fact causes a delay in the performance of
the Consultant or the City's obligations under the Agreement,and (ii)is beyond the
reasonable control of such party unable to perform the obligation,and (iii)is not due to
an intentional act,error,omission,or negligence of such party.and (iv)could not have
reasonably been foreseen and prepared for by such party at any time prior to the
occurrence of the event.Subject to the foregoing criteria,Force Majeure may include
events such as war,civil insurrection,riot,fires,epidemics,pandemics,terrorism,
sabotage,explosions,embargo restrictions,quarantine restrictions,transportation
accidents,strikes.strong hurricanes or tornadoes,earthquakes.or other acts of God
which prevent performance.Force Majeure shall not include technological impossibility,
inclement weather,or failure to secure any of the required permits pursuant to the
Agreement.
(B)If the City or Consultant's performance of its contractual obligations is prevented or
delayed by an event believed by to be Force Majeure,such party shall immediately,
upon learning of the occurrence of the event or of the commencement of any such delay,
but in any case within fifteen (15)business days thereof,provide notice:(i)of the
occurrence of event of Force Majeure,(ii)of the nature of the event and the cause
thereof,(iii)of the anticipated impact on the Agreement,(iv)of the anticipated period of
the delay,and (v)of what course of action such party plans to take in order to mitigate
the detrimental effects of the event.The timely delivery of the notice of the occurrence of
a Force Majeure event is a condition precedent to allowance of any relief pursuant to this
section;however,receipt of such notice shall not constitute acceptance that the event
claimed to be a Force Majeure event is in fact Force Majeure,and the burden of proof of
the occurrence of a Force Majeure event shall be on the requesting party.
(C}No party hereto shall be liable for its failure to carry out its obligations under the
Agreement during a period when such party is rendered unable,in whole or in part,by
Force Majeure to carry out such obligations.The suspension of any of the obligations
under this Agreement due to a Force Majeure event shall be of no greater scope and no
longer duration than is required.The party shall use its reasonable best efforts to
continue to perform ils obligations hereunder to the extent such obligations are not
affected or are only partially affected by the Force Majeure event,and lo correct or cure
the event or condition excusing performance and otherwise to remedy its inability to
perform to the extent its inability to perform is the direct result of the Force Majeure
event with all reasonable dispatch.
(0)Obligations pursuant to the Agreement that arose before the occurrence of a Force
Majeure event,causing the suspension of performance,shall not be excused as a result
of such occurrence unless such occurrence makes such performance not reasonably
possible.The obligation to pay money in a timely manner for obligations and liabilities
which matured prior to the occurrence of a Force Majeure event shall not be subject to
the Force Majeure provisions.
(E)Notwithstanding any other provision to the contrary herein,in the event of a Force
Majeure occurrence,the City may at the sole discretion of the City Manager,suspend
the City's payment obligations under the Agreement,and may take such action without
regard to the notice requirements herein.Additionally,n the event that an event of
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Force Majeure delays a party's performance under the Agreement for a time period
greater than thirty (30)days,the City may,at the sole discretion of the City Manager,
terminate the Agreement on a given date.by giving written notice to Consultant of such
termination.If the Agreement is terminated pursuant to this section,Consultant shall be
paid for any Services satisfactorily performed up to the date of termination:following
which the City shall be discharged from any and all liabilities.duties,and terms arising
out of,or by virtue of,this Agreement In no event will any condition of Force Majeure
extend this Agreement beyond its stated term.
10.9 E-VERIFY
(A)Consultant shall comply with Section 448.095,Florida Statutes."Employment Eligibility"
('E-Verify Statute"),as may be amended from time to time.Pursuant to the E-Verify
Statute,commencing on January 1,2021.Consultant shall register with and use the E-
Verify system to verify the work authorization status of all newly hired employees during
the Term of the Agreement.Additionally,Consultant shall expressly require any
subconsultant performing work or providing services pursuant to the Agreement to
likewise utilize the U.S.Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify system lo verify the
employment eligibility of all new employees hired by the subconsultant during the
contract Term.If Consultant enters into a contract with an approved subconsultant,the
subconsultant must provide the Consultant with an affidavit stating that the
subconsultant does not employ,contract with,or subcontract with an unauthorized
alien.Consultant shall maintain a copy of such affidavit for the duration of the
Agreement or such other extended period as may be required under this Agreement.
(B)TERMINATION RIGHTS.
(1)If the City has a good faith belief that Consultant has knowingly violated Section
448.09(1),Florida Statutes,the City shall terminate this Agreement with
Consultant for cause.and the City shall thereafter have or owe no further
obligation or liability to Consultant.
(2)If the City has a good faith belief that a subconsultant has knowingly violated the
foregoing Subsection 10.9),but the Consultant otherwise complied with such
subsection,the City will promptly notify the Consultant and order the Consultant
to immediately terminate the Agreement with the subconsultant.Consultant's
failure to terrrnnate a subconsultant shall be an event of default under this
/\greemcnt,entitling City to terminate the Consultant's contract for cause.
(3)A contract terminated under the foregoing Subsection (B)1)or (B)2)is not in
breach of contract and may not be considered as such.
(4)The City or Consultant or a subconsultant may file an action with the Circuit or
County Court to challenge a termination under the foregoing Subsection (B)(1)or
(B)2)no later than 20 calendar days after the date on which the contract was
terminated
(S)If the City terminates the Agreement with Consultant under the foregoing
Subsection (B)(1).Consultant may not be awarded a public contract for at least 1
year after the date of termination of this Agreement.
(6)Consultant is liable for any additional costs incurred oy the City as a result of (he
termination of this Agreement under this Section 10.9.
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10.10 CONSULTANT'S COMPLIANCE WITH ANTI-HUMAN TRAFFICKING LAWS
Consultant agrees to comply with Section 787.06,Florida Statutes,as may be amended from
time to time,and has executed the Certification of Compliance with Anti-Human Trafficking
Laws,as required by Section 787 06(13),Florida Statutes,a copy of which is attached hereto as
Exhibit "B"
10.11 PROHIBITED LOBBYING ACTIVITIES
Pursuant to Section 2-485.2 of the City Code,by virtue of submitting a bid,Consultant agrees
that any person or entity retained as a lobbyist by the city is prohibited from lobbying any city
officer,deparlmenlal personnel or employee in connection with any judicial or other proceeding,
application,RFP,RFO,RFU,bid,request for ruling or other determination,contract or
controversy on behalf of any third party for the length of the contract or other agreement
between the lobbyist and the city.
SECTION 11
NOTICES
Until changed by notice,in writing,all such notices and communications shall be addressed as
follows:
TO CONSUL TANT:
TO CITY:
RUTLEDGE ECENIA,P.A
Attn:Diana Ferguson,Esq.
119 South Monroe Street,Suite 202
Tallahassee,FL 32301
Ph:.850-681-6788 1 850-459-3453
mat:dferguson@rutledge-ecenia.com
Office of the City Manager
Attn:Christina Daquer,Chief of Staff
1700 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach,FL 33139
Ph.305-673-7010 ext 26259
Email:christinabaguer@mniamibeach'fl gov
All notices mailed electronically to either party shall be deemed to be sufficiently transmitted.
SECTION 12
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
12.1 CHANGES AND ADDITIONS
This Agreement cannot be modified or amended without the express written consent of the
parties.No modification,amendment,or alteration of the terms or conditions contained herein
shall be effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same formality and
of equal dignity herewith
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12.2 SEVERABILITY
lf any term or provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable,the remainder of this
Agreement shall not be affected and every other term and provision of this Agreement shall be
valid and be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law.
12.3 WAIVER OF BREACH
A party's failure to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of
such provision or modification of this Agreement.A party's waiver of any breach of a provision
of this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of any subsequent breach and shall not be
construed to be a modification of the terms of this Agreement.
12.4 JOINT PREPARATION
The parties hereto acknowledge that they have sought and received whatever competent advice
and counsel as was necessary for them to form a full and complete understanding of all rights
and obligations herein and that the preparation of this Agreement has been a joint effort of the
parties,the language has been agreed to by parties to express their mutual intent and the
resulting document shall not,solely as a matter of judicial construction,be construed more
severely against one of the parties than the other.
12.5 ENTIRETY OF AGREEMENT
The City and Consultant agree that this is the entire agreement between the parties.This
Agreement supersedes all prior negotiations,correspondence,conversations,agreements or
understandings applicable to the matters contained herein,and there are no commitments,
agreements or understandings concerning the subject matter of this Agreement that are not
contained in this document.Tille and paragraph headings are for convenient reference and are
not intended to confer any rights or obligations upon the parties to this Agreement.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed by
their appropriate officials,as of the date first entered above.
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Rafael E Granado,City Clerk
IANDate:
FOR CONSULTANT:
R U T LE D G E ECE N IA ,P .A .
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CITY OF MIAMI BEACH,FLORIDA
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Eric Carpenter,Cly Manager
APPROVED AS TO
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EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF SERVICES
I.Consultant(s)shall provide the following services:
A.Confer with the City on all organizational planning and program activity that affects the city's
ability to make the best use of State programs
B.Maintain liaison with the City's legislative delegation and assist in any matter that the City
determines is in its best interest,growing relationships and collaborating with various parties
involved with clients'programs.
C.Counsel the City regarding appearances by City personnel before the State of Florida and State
administrative agencies and will assist the City and its personnel in negotiations with administrative
agencies concerning City projects requiring State assistance and cooperation.
D.Assist the City in reviewing executive proposals,legislation under consideration,proposed and
adopted administrative rules and regulations,and other developments for the purpose ot advising
the City of those items mutually agreed upon that may have a significant bearing on the City's
policies or programs.
E.Communicate and coordinate with other lobbyists representing interests that are consistent with
those of the City in obtaining the goals and objectives of the City.
F.Assist in contacting State agencies on the City's behalf when City funding applications are
under consideration by such agencies.
G Provide monthly reports detailing activities and legislative services provided on behalf of and for
the benefit of the City in the previous month.
H.Provide interim reports on an as needed basis addressing matters of City involvement
concerns,interest,and particular projects identified for pursuance on behalf of the City.
I.Review,identify,and monitor federal legislative,executive,and regulatory policy changes or
developments to advise the City on those that may significantly affect City policies,funding,and
programs.
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EXHIBIT B ANT-HUMAN TRAFFICKING CERTIFICATION
Affidavit of Compliance with Anti-Human Trafficking Laws
2025-182-01-STATE LEGISLATIVE CONSULTING SERVICES
Contract Number and Title
Pursuant to section 787.06(13),Florida Statutes,this portion of the form must be
com pleted by an officer or representative of the nongovern mental entity
executing,renewing,or extending a contract with a govern mental entity.
Name of entity does not use coercion for labor or services as defined in section
787.06,Florida Statutes.
Under penalties of perjury ,I declare that I have read the fo regoing statement and that
the facts stated in it are true.
Entity Name:Rutledge Ecenia,PA
Repre sentative/Officer's Printed Name:Diana Ferguson
Representative/Officer's Title:Shareholder
Signature:
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Date:
RESOLUTION NO.2024-33450
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 IN SECTION
2-367(E)OF THE CITY CODE,FINDING SUCH WAIVER TO BE IN THE
BEST INTEREST OF THE CITY,AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER ANO CITY ATTORNEY TO NEGOTIATE AN AGREEMENT
WITH RUBIN,TURNBULL &ASSOCIATES,INC.AND RUTLEDGE-
ECENIA,(AGREEMENTS)TO PROVIDE STATE LEGISLATIVE
CONSULTING SERVICES FOR A TERM OF UP TO ONE YEAR,FOR A
FEE OF $54,000 (PAYABLE IN EQUAL MONTHLY INSTALLMENTS)
FOR EACH FIRM AND INCLUDING SUCH OTHER TERMS AS ARE
CUSTOMARY IN SIMILAR AGREEMENTS FOR SUCH SERVICES;AND
FURTHER,AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK TO
EXECUTE THE AGREEMENTS.
WHEREAS,at the March 13,2024 Commission meeting,the City Commission
approved a referral to the Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee (FERC)to
discuss the allocation of funding for new or additional lobbying efforts to advocate for the
City for the 2025 legislative session;and
WHEREAS,recognizing the significant need to enhance the City's state legislative
representation to advocate for the City's key legislative priorities,on April 9,2024,the
FERC recommended that the City proceed with procuring additional State Legislative
Consulting Services for the 2025 legislative session,which recommendation was
approved by the City Commission at the May 15,2024,meeting;and
WHEREAS,on June 26,2024,the City Commission approved the issuance of
RFQ NO.2024-413-WG for State Leg islative Consulting Services,wit h responses due on
August 16,2024;and
WHEREAS,two proposals were received in response to RFQ NO.2024-413-WG:
one from Capital City Consulting.LLC ("Capital City").and another from Sun City
Strategies,LLC ("Sun City");and
WHEREAS,at the conclusion of the procurement process,the City Commission,
through Resolution No.2024-33303 adopted on October 30,2024,accepted the
recommendation of the City Manager to enter into negotiations with Capital City,the top-
ranked proposer;and
WHEREAS,the negotiation of the agreement with Capital City is nearly finalized;
and
WHEREAS,the City is currently considering the rescission of the primary lobbying
contract for state legislative items;and
WHEREAS,given the substantial scope of the City's legislative priorities,it is
important to ensure the City has sufficient resources to increase the City's advocacy
efforts from last session;and
WHEREAS,if the Commission chooses to terminate the primary lobbying contract
for convenience,the City Manager recommends that the Mayor and City Commission
waive,by a 5/7ths vote,the formal competitive bidding requirement,as permitted in
Section 2-367(e)of the City Code,as being in the best interest of the City,and authorize
the City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate an agreement with each of Rubin,
Turnbull &Associates,Inc.and Rutledge &Ecenia,P.A.to provide state legislative
consulting services for a term of up to a year,for a fee of $54,000 (payable in equal
monthly installments)for each firm,and including such other terms as are customary in
similar agreements for such services:and
WHEREAS,Rubin,Turnbull &Associates,Inc.("RTA")and Rutledge &Ecenia,
P.A.are highly regarded government relations firms with a proven track record of success
in representing clients before the Florida State Legislature,Governor's office and other
state agencies,and
WHEREAS,both firms have a deep understanding of local legislative issues,
coupled with extensive experience in South Florida,which uniquely positions them to
support the City's legislative agenda for the upcoming 2025 season;and
WHEREAS,given both firms'expertise and established presence in the region,
the City Manager has determined that retaining their services will be a valuable
complement to the services provided by Capital City;and
WHEREAS,to expedite the engagement of these firms,the City Administration
recommends waiving the formal competitive bidding process,in accordance with Section
2-367(e)of the City Code;and
WHEREAS,pursuant to Section 2-367(e)of the City Code,upon the written
recommendation of the City Manager,the formal competitive bidding requirement may be
waived by a 5/7th vote of the City Commission if the waiver is deemed to be in the best
interest of the City;and
WHEREA S,the City Commission has determined it is in the best interest of the
Gity to waive the competitive bidding requirement in order to engage Rubin,Turnbull &
Associates,Inc.and Rutledge &Ecenia,P.A.for state legislative consulting services.
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NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT DULY 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
517th vote the formal competitive bidding requirement,as permitted in Section 2-367(e)
of the City Code,finding such waiver to be in the best interest of the City,and authorize
the City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate an agreement with Rubln,Turnbull &
Associates,Inc.and Rutledge &Ecenia,P.A.("Agreements"),to provide state legislative
consulting services for a term of up to one year,for a fee of $54,000 (payable in equal
monthly installments)for each firm and including such other terms as are customary in
similar agreements for such services;and further,authorize the City Manager and City
Clerk to execute the Agreements.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this _lV day or (tube/2024.
ATTEST:m DEC 1 2 2021
Rafael E.Granado,City Clerk
Sponsored by Commissioner Alex J.Fernandez
Sponsored by Commissioner Laura Dominguez
a
Steven Meiner,Mayor
APPROVED AS TO
FORM &LANGUAGE
&FOR EXECUTION
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City Attorney
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Date
R eso lutio ns -R T M
MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO:Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM:Eric Carpenter,City Manager
DATE:December 11,2024
TITLE: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 IN SECTION 2-367(E)OF THE CITY CODE,FINDING SUCH WAIVER
TO BE IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE CITY,ANO AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY TO NEGOTIATE AN AGREEMENT WITH
RUBIN,TURNBULL &ASSOCIATES,INC.AND RUTLEDGE-ECENIA,
(AGREEMENTS)TO PROVIDE STATE LEGISLATIVE CONSULTING SERVICES
FOR A TERM OF UP TO ONE YEAR,FOR A FEE OF $54,000 (PAYABLE IN EQUAL
MONTHLY INSTALLMENTS)FOR EACH FIRM AND INCLUDING SUCH OTHER
TERMS AS ARE CUSTOMARY IN SIMILAR AGREEMENTS FOR SUCH
SERVICES;AND FURTHER,AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY
CLERK TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENTS.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
ANALYSIS
See attached memorandum.
FISCAL_IMPACT STATEMENT
D o es this Ordinance require a B usiness lm pact Estim ate?
(FO R ORDINANCES ONLY)
lf ap plicab le,the Business im pa ct Estim ate (B IE)was published on:
See B IE at:htt ps://wwy _m iam ib eachfl._goy/city-hall/city-clgrk/m eeting-notices!
FINANCIAL_INFORMATION
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CONCLUSION
Applicable Area
Citywide
ls this a "Residents Right to Knoyy"item,
pursuant to City Code Section2.47?
No
Is this item related to a G.O.Bond
Project?
No
Was this Agenda item_initially requested by a lobbyist which,as defined in Code Sec._2481,
includes a principal engaged in lobbying?No
If so,specify the name of lobbyist(s)and principal(s):
Department
City Manager
Sponsor(s)
o-sponsor(s)
Condensed Title
Accept Rec/Waive Bid/Negotiate Agmt,Provide State Legislative Consulting Services.CM 5/7
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Resolutions
MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DOATE:
TITLE:
Honorable Mayor.and Membe~]ot_the ~ily :;,.~miission
Enc Carpenter,City Manager,:___<'t(Lx:.~':j';{;'.1'(,•1_,'-
1December11,2024
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 517TH VOTE THE FORMAL
COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENT,AS PERMITTED IN SECTION 2-
367(E€)OF THE CITY CODE,FINDING SUCH WAIVER TO BE IN THE BEST
INTEREST OF THE CITY,AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND
CITY ATTORNEY TO NEGOTIATE AN AGREEMENT WITH RUBIN,
TURNBULL &ASSOCIATES.INC.AND RUTLEDGE-ECENIA,
(AGREEMENTS)TO PROVIDE STATE LEGISLATIVE CONSULTING
SERVICES FOR A TERM OF UP TO ONE YEAR,FOR A FEE OF $54,000
(PAYABLE IN EQUAL MONTHLY INSTALLMENTS)FOR EACH FIRM AND
INCLUDING SUCH OTHER TERMS AS ARE CUSTOMARY IN SIMILAR
AGREEMENTS FOR SUCH SERVICES;AND FURTHER.AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE
AGREEMENTS.
RECOMMENDATION
The City is currently considering the recession of the primary lobbying contract for state legislative
items.We recently awarded a secondary contract for these services in the October meeting,that
agreement is nearly finalized.We are concerned with being left in the middle of session without
sufficient representation.In the event that the Commission chooses to cancel the current contract,
the City Manager recommends that the Mayor and City Commission waive,by a 5/7ths vote,the
formal competitive bidding requirement,as permitted in Section 2-367(e)of the City Code,as
being in the best interest of the City,and authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate
an agreement with Rubin,Turbui &Associates,inc.and Rutledge Ecenia to provide state
legislative consulting services for a term of up to a year,for a fee of $54,000 (payable in equal
monthly installments)for each firm and including such other terms as are customary in similar
agreements for such services.The City Manager further recommends that the Mayor and City
Commission authorize the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the final agreement with Rubin,
Turnbull &Associates,Inc.and Rutledge Ecenia,following successful negotiations.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
In preparation for the 2025 legislative session,the City has identified a significant need to enhance
its state legislative representation to advocate for the City's key legislative priorities.As part of
the City's efforts to procure additional state legislative consulting services,the City issued RFQ
No.2024-413-WG for State Legislative Consulting Services on June 26,2024.The solicitation
received two proposals:one from Capital City Consulting,LC,and the other from Sun City
Strategies,LLC.
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On October 30,2024,the City Commission,through Resolution No.2024-33303,authorized the
City Manager to negotiate an agreement with Capital City Consulting,LLC,as the top-ranked
proposer.Given the substantial scope of the City's legislative priorities,it is important to ensure
we have sufficient resources to increase the City's advocacy efforts from last session.
ANALYSIS
Due to the timing of this situation and the impending legislative session,we want to ensure the
City's interests are positioned to be ready to respond to any issues that may arise.
Rubin,Turnbull &Associates,inc.and Rutledge-Ecena are highly regarded government
relations firm with a proven track record of success in representing clients before the Florida State
Legislature,Governor's office,and other state agencies.Both firms have a deep understanding
of local legislative issues,coupled with their extensive experience in South Florida,uniquely
positions them to support the City's legislative agenda for the upcoming 2025 session.
Given both firms expertise and established presence in the region,the City Manager has
determined that retaining their services will be a valuable complement to the services provided
by Capital City Consulting,LLC.To expedite the engagement of these firms,the City
Administration recommends waiving the formal competitive bidding process,in accordance with
Section 2-367(e)of the City Code,which permits such a waiver by a 5/7th vote of the City
Commission if deemed to be in the best interest of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
The total cost of the services provided by Rubin,Turnbull &Associates,Inc.and
Rutledge-Ecenia,is $54,000 each for a total of $108,000 for up to a one-year term,payable in
equal monthly installments.The cost of these services has been allocated within the C ity's budget
for state legislative consulting services
Does_this Ordinance require a Business lmpact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
if applicable,the Business Impact Estimate (BtE)was published on:
See BIE at:https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
For the reasons outlined above,it is recommended that the Mayor and City Commission approve
the attached Resolution,authorizing the City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate an
agreement with Rubin,Turnbull &Associates,Inc.and Rutledge-Ecenia,for state legislative
consulting services,and further authorizing the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the final
agreements.
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Citywide
Is this a"Residents Right to Know"item,
pursuant to City Code Section_2-17?
No
Is this item related to a G.O.Bond
Project?
Was this Agenda ltem initially requested by a lobbyist which,as defined in Code Sec.2-481,
includes a principal engaged in lobbying?No
If so,specify the name of lobbyist(s)and principal(s):
Department
City Manager
Sponsor(s)
Co-sponsor(s]
Condensed Title
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