County to consider 1‑year extension with Ferguson Group for federal advocacy
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County staff recommended a one‑year extension (not to exceed $110,880) of the Ferguson Group contract for federal appropriations and regulatory representation, citing the group's role securing over $15 million in congressional‑directed spending during the contract term and the value of continuity during uncertain federal appropriations cycles.
County administration asked the board to authorize a one‑year extension of the county’s federal appropriations and regulatory representation contract with the Ferguson Group in an amount not to exceed $110,880, with plans to solicit proposals next summer.
Erin Winn summarized a three‑year relationship that she said helped Johnson County secure more than $15 million in congressionally directed spending and urged the board to extend representation through the current federal budget uncertainty. Winn noted the county can administratively extend some contracts but brought the request before the board because of the service’s nature and the planned RFP next year.
Commissioners, including Chairman Kelly and Commissioner Fast, praised the group’s results and recommended continued oversight and a forthcoming RFP. No formal action was taken during the agenda review; staff said they planned to bring a contract extension request for formal board action.