Scheduling of Public Hearing to consider amending Article II,Chapter 46 Purchases and Contracts for Local Preference
From:
Amy Lovoy, Department Head
Organization:
OMB
CAO Approval:
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of a Public Hearing for the Consideration of Amendments to the Code of Ordinances, Article II, Chapter 46, Purchases and Contracts for Local Preference - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director
That the Board approve the scheduling of a Public Hearing for September 16, 2013, at 5:31 p.m., to consider amending the Code of Ordinances, Article II, Chapter 46, Purchases and Contracts, Sections 46-82, Sealed Bid Process, and Section 46-110 - Local Preference, establishing a local preference in the competitive sealed bid process.
BACKGROUND:
The Board of Commissioners directed staff to pursue changes in the sealed bid process to allow for a preference for local businesses at the Committee of the Whole on August 15, 2013 and ratified the decision at the regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners on August 20, 2013.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
N/A
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
Amendments to the Code of Ordinance will be prepared by the County Attorney.
PERSONNEL:
N/A
POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:
The recommendation is in compliance with the code of ordinance of Escambia County, Florida.