Title
The Public Response Group - Consultant Fees
History
It has been proposed that the Public Response Group be brought on as an ongoing consultant for the remainder of the year for a proposed fee of $2,000 a month, or about $12,000 for the remainder of FY16. The Public Response Group (PRG) has provided consulting services for the Village of Orland Park for the past 10 years.
Through regular weekly meetings and ongoing monthly communication with designated village staff, PRG will provide ongoing consultation related to the development, execution and dissemination of information related to key village policies and public programs.
PRG will also be available as needed to provide consultation for how best to position the village vis-a-vis news media outlets related to current or emerging issues that may impact village policies and programs. PRG's services will be $2,000/month, or about $12,000 for the remainder of FY16. Currently, $10,000 will be needed to augment the funding. Funds are available in the FY16 contingency account.
Financial Impact
A budget adjustment from the contingency fund will be needed for the remainder of FY16 in the amount not to exceed $10,000.00 to the Office of Public Information for consultant fees, account 010-1201-432800.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve the expenditure for consulting services of the Public Response Group to pay for said services of $2,000/month for the remainder of FY16;
And
Approve a budget adjustment in the amount not to exceed $10,000.