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Read. Follow. Verify.Contract Increase for Hurricane Milton Recovery Services
Record date · January 13, 2026
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What This Bill Does
The Board of County Commissioners approved a $397,272 increase to an existing contract with Thomas Howell Ferguson, P.A. This funding covers emergency planning and grant management services related to Hurricane Milton.
The county is allocating an additional $397,272 in taxpayer funds to manage the administrative and grant-related tasks required for Hurricane Milton recovery efforts.
Who It Affects
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Thomas Howell Ferguson, P.A.
The firm receives an additional $397,272 in compensation for services rendered.
County Taxpayers
County funds are being allocated to cover the cost of the contract increase.
Key Facts
- The Board of County Commissioners approved Change Order No. 3 for contract 23-TFG0218.
- The contract value is increased by $397,272.00.
- The services provided by Thomas Howell Ferguson, P.A. include emergency planning and grant program management.
- The services are specifically designated for Hurricane Milton recovery.
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- The file number for this agenda item is 16857.
- The item was introduced and adopted on December 11, 2025.
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Cumulative Contract Growth
This is the third change order for this specific contract, indicating an iterative increase in scope or cost for disaster management services.
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