Title
Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute contracts for pre-approved budgeted items in the maximum amount of $200,000.
Body
Exhibit A provides a clearly stated list of pre-approved budgeted items included in the FY 2019-2020 Annual Budget. Pursuant to Chapter 2, Section 2-326 of the Code of Ordinances which authorizes the City Manager to execute contracts and/or expend funds for budgeted items in the maximum amount of $200,000.00 for budgeted items specifically approved in advance by the Council. This exhibit provides a specific list. Upon approval of this Resolution all items on Exhibit A will be considered authorized purchases for FY 2019-2020 and will be purchased in accordance with the City’s financial policies and with the City Manager’s approval without any further approval or action from the City Council. Items of any amount to be purchased from the Law Enforcement Fund must be approved by Council and are also included on this list.
Items on the authorized purchases list include:
• Routine equipment and technology purchases as included in the budget and the budget list are considered approved by Council, unless:
o Item is $200,000 or greater,
o Item contains a contract requiring the Mayor’s signature;
o Purchase deviates from the original purchase as designated on the list;
o Cost exceeds the greater of 10% or $10,000; or
o Council has designated that item(s) come back for approval
• Capital projects and funding agreements will be presented to Council for consideration and approval.
Staff recommends approval