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Council holds over $82,000 MGT contract after heated debate over rehiring and rates
Summary
Council postponed action on an $82,000 professional services agreement with MGT Impact Solutions after aldermen raised concerns about hiring a former city employee who previously sued the city, the $145/hour rate, remote work and the decision to use an out‑of‑area vendor.
The council considered a proposal to authorize the finance department to secure professional services with MGT Impact Solutions for continuing services up to $82,000 through May 2026.
Multiple aldermen questioned why the city contracted through an out‑of‑state firm rather than local temp or consulting services, and raised the hourly rate cited by staff…
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