ITEM:		CONSENT CALENDAR
11.	Consider Contract for district Public Outreach and Communications Services with Thomas Brand Consulting for Fiscal Year 2019-2020
Meeting Date:			June 17, 2019	Budgeted:	Yes
From:			David J. Stoldt,	Program/	Professional Fees
			General Manager	Line Item No.:
Prepared By:			Stephanie Locke	Cost Estimate:	$42,000
General Counsel Review: N/A
Committee Recommendation: The Administrative Committee reviewed this item on June 10, 2019 and recommended approval.
CEQA Compliance: This action does not constitute a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines section 15378.

SUMMARY:  Staff is requesting the Board renew a contract with Thomas Brand Consulting for work related to MPWMD outreach and communications with a retainer of $3,400 per month (e.g., up to $42,000 for FY 19-20). Funding for contractor assistance with public outreach and communication services was included in the District’s budget. In addition to the retainer, funds were separately budgeted for services such as graphic design, printing, website upgrades, media buys, etc. Thomas Brand Consulting’s proposed Scope of Work is attached as Exhibit 11-A.

The Public Outreach Plan for Fiscal Year 2019-20 is similar to the previous year with a focus on branding, social media, and promotion of District events and activities. The proposed Outreach Plan is attached to the Scope of Work.

RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Board approve the contract with Thomas Brand Consulting for outreach services for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. Staff further recommends that the Public Outreach Committee review the need for, and scope of, such activities for FY 2020-2021.

EXHIBIT

11-A Proposed Scope of Work for Public Outreach & Communication Services, FY 2019-2020

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