To: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
From: ANDREW WINJE, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
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APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH PERMITECH SOLUTIONS CORPORATION FOR AS-NEEDED WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS CONSULTING SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $80,000 ANNUALLY AND A TERM ENDING APRIL 21, 2027 WITH UP TO TWO ONE-YEAR EXTENSIONS
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City occasionally relies on consulting services to review and inspect permit applications for cable television systems, fiber networks, wireless telecommunications systems, and other related facilities, sites, and equipment. The City has maintained an agreement with Telecom Law Firm, P.C. (TLF) since 2013 to assist with these matters. On September 15, 2025, the City was notified that TLF was transitioning away from consulting services and winding down operations. Subsequently, the City was informed that PermiTech Solutions Corporation (PermiTech) was being established by existing TLF staff to continue the services provided to TLF clients. As the existing Agreement with TLF is due to expire on June 30, 2026, staff recommends approving a new Agreement with PermiTech to provide continuity of service.
The proposed agreement carries a one-year term, with two one-year renewals. The services are paid on an as-needed basis, with an annual not-to-exceed value of $80,000. It is anticipated that the bulk of the fees paid for these services will be reimbursed by permit applicants seeking to site wireless equipment in the public right of way. Allowance of such placement of equipment, and the process for response and review of permit applications, is highly regulated, requiring the specialized services of an outside partner.
BACKGROUND
On December 3, 2013, the City Council approved a contract with TLF for the not-to-exceed cost of $20,000 for the term ending December 2, 2014, with the option for two one-year extensions. The current Agreement was amended several times to extend the term and is due to expire on June 30, ...
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