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Frostburg reviews renewal of public-affairs contract; annual cost about $25,000
Summary
Council reviewed a contract renewal for public-affairs services (packet names First Republic Affairs; staff referenced prior use of Percy Public Affairs). The contract runs at $2,083 per month (12 months), roughly $25,000 a year, and council said the service appears useful despite higher costs tied to expanded representation and event attendance.
City staff presented a contract renewal for public‑affairs services in the work-session packet. The packet references First Republic Affairs as the contract and noted the city previously used Percy Public Affairs. Staff said the renewed contract includes a higher monthly bill to cover more event attendance and membership in professional organizations that allow the contractor to represent the city.
Council members discussed price comparisons to larger cities and noted that, while more expensive than past terms, the contract remains modest relative to larger municipalities. The contract text in the packet shows monthly installments of $2,083 (12 months), which staff described as approximately $25,000 annually; council members said the service has been “outstanding” in prior years and signaled support for continuation.
No formal vote or contract signing was recorded during the work session; staff will proceed with finalizing contract details and any administrative approvals needed.
