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Extension and Budget Increase for Government Consulting Contract

Original title: Resolution amending Resolution No. 353 of 2025, which authorized a Professional Service Agreement(s) and or Contract(s) with Malady & Wooten, Inc. for consulting services for state government affairs and legislative services, by extending the term through the second quarter of 2026, and increasing the approved amount by Sixteen Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($16,500) for a new total cost not to exceed Six Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Dollars ($627,000) over ten (10) years and three (3) months.

March 31, 2026

government-spendingconsulting-serviceslegislative-affairs

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The Frame

What this does

The city is increasing the total authorized spending for state government and legislative consulting services to a maximum of $627,000 over a ten-year and three-month period.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Malady & Wooten, Inc.

The firm receives a contract extension and an increase in authorized payment.

City Taxpayers

Taxpayer funds are allocated to cover the $16,500 increase in the consulting contract.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 31, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

This extends the city's contract with the consulting firm Malady & Wooten, Inc. through the second quarter of 2026 and increases the total authorized payment amount by $16,500.

Key Facts

  • The contract with Malady & Wooten, Inc. is extended through the second quarter of 2026.
  • The total authorized budget for the contract is increased by $16,500.
  • The new total maximum cost for the contract is $627,000.
  • The total contract duration is ten years and three months.
  • The services provided include state government affairs and legislative services.
  • The resolution amends the previously passed Resolution No. 353 of 2025.
  • The file number for this resolution is 2026-0275.
  • The resolution was introduced on March 20, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Malady & Wooten, Inc. do for the city?
They provide consulting services related to state government affairs and legislative services.
How much is the total contract worth now?
The total cost is not to exceed $627,000.
When does the contract extension end?
The contract is extended through the second quarter of 2026.

Why It Matters

The city is increasing the total authorized spending for state government and legislative consulting services to a maximum of $627,000 over a ten-year and three-month period.

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financial connection90% confidence

Long-term Consulting Commitment

The contract spans over a decade (10 years and 3 months), indicating a long-term reliance on this specific consulting firm.

Malady & Wooten, Inc.

Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on Intergovernmental and Educational Affairs“The body responsible for the resolution.”Map →
organizationMalady & Wooten, Inc.“Consulting firm providing state government affairs and legislative services.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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  • Controversy10
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