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Read. Follow. Verify.Approval of $44,897.19 Change Order for Tax Collector Office Buildout
Record date · April 14, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This ordinance approves an additional $44,897.19 for construction costs related to the Tax Collector's office at 11160 Beach Blvd. It also grants the Mayor authority to approve future minor s for the project, provided they stay within the total budget and do not exceed 10% of the original buildout costs.
This ordinance authorizes a specific expenditure of $44,897.19 in city funds for office construction and establishes a spending limit for future modifications to the Tax Collector's facility lease.
Who It Affects
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Tax Collector (Wilson)
The office is responsible for the oversight of the buildout project at the new location.
St. Johns Square Land Trust
The entity acts as the landlord for the city's leased office space.
Key Facts
- The City Council approved a $44,897.19 change order for the Tax Collector office buildout at 11160 Beach Blvd.
- The Mayor or their designee is authorized to execute future change orders for this lease.
- Future change orders are capped at 10% of the original buildout costs.
- Future change orders must not exceed the total amount already appropriated for the project.
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- The Tax Collector (Wilson) is designated to provide project oversight.
- The ordinance passed the City Council with a 19-0 vote on April 14, 2026.
- The ordinance was introduced on March 10, 2026, and underwent committee review before final approval.
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Delegated Spending Authority
The ordinance delegates future change order approval authority to the Mayor, provided they stay within a 10% cost threshold, streamlining the process for minor construction adjustments.
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