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SWA narrows RFP field, board picks Ronald L. Book in 4–3 split to handle Tallahassee lobbying
Summary
After public presentations and a commissioner scoring exercise, the Solid Waste Authority board selected Ronald L. Book to provide legislative representation, voting 4–3 over the incumbent Becker firm; staff were authorized to finalize a contract subject to legal review.
The Solid Waste Authority concluded a lengthy procurement discussion by selecting Ronald L. Book (Ronald L. Book, P.A.) as its legislative representative, voting 4–3 after taking individual rankings from each commissioner.
Staff presented three proposals and associated retainer pricing: Becker (reported at $63,000 per year), Gray Robinson ($69,000), and Ronald L. Book ($90,000). Commissioners debated process and scoring — some said they expected staff recommendations while others…
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