Council renews municipal court collections contract with MVBA on staff recommendation

Hollywood Park council approved a resolution to enter into or renew a contract with MVBA for collection services of delinquent municipal court fines and fees after staff recommended MVBA following presentations from three firms.

The city secretary noted the three firms that submitted proposals had previously presented. Representatives attended the meeting; Ronald Rocha identified himself as a partner at Landmarker Law Offices and introduced Madeline Mediate, the firm's court coordination lead. Councilmembers said all three proposals appeared qualified and described the decision as a service-quality issue rather than a price issue because state rules determine collection fees charged to debtors.

Councilmembers cited staff experience working with MVBA as a key factor. One councilmember said staff reported good communication and reliability with MVBA, including during difficult periods; the councilmember recommended renewing MVBA's contract based on that track record. Another councilmember said the presenters were professional and the procurement process was fair.

A motion to approve the resolution to enter into or renew a contract with MVBA carried on a voice vote; the meeting record shows the ayes prevailed and no roll-call tally was recorded in the transcript. Staff did not provide a detailed vote roll call during the discussion.

Following the vote, presenters thanked the council and left the meeting. Staff will proceed with contract documentation under the council's direction.