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Read. Follow. Verify.Approval of $321,910 Cost Increase for New Police Headquarters Project
Record date · January 6, 2026
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What This Bill Does
The local government has approved a for an existing emergency purchase contract with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. for work related to the new police headquarters. This action adds $321,910 to the project's total cost.
This action increases the total expenditure of public funds for the new police headquarters project by $321,910, impacting the overall budget for the facility across four commission districts.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.
The company will receive an additional $321,910 for services provided under the modified contract.
Residents of Commission Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4
These residents are located in the districts where the police headquarters project is being executed.
Key Facts
- The government approved Change Order No. 1 to Emergency Purchase Order No. 10157.
- The total value of the change order is $321,910.
- The contract is with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.
- The work is associated with the construction or development of the new police headquarters.
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- The project impacts Commission Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4.
- The motion was introduced on October 29, 2025.
- The status of the motion is PASSED.
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Emergency Procurement Usage
The project is being funded through an 'Emergency Purchase Order,' suggesting the initial contract was awarded outside of standard competitive bidding.
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