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Council questions scope and costs of new economic‑consulting contract for North Montclair
Summary
Council members asked whether the proposed Cosmet consulting contract is a new engagement, what projects staff will share with the consultant, and who would present to council if additional meetings are required; staff said the firm is new to Montclair, North Montclair is the target area and the contract is capped at $50,000.
Council reviewed a proposed contract with an economic consultant (Cosmet/Cosmic Companies) intended to study opportunities in North Montclair. Council Member Lopez noted the staff report did not state whether the firm is a renewal and asked what specific projects the firm would analyze; staff said this is the firm’s first engagement with Montclair and that scope details will be worked out with the consultant.
Lopez also questioned the contract language about presentations, asking whether the firm is required to provide a single presentation to the council or more. Staff replied that one presentation would typically be provided but additional meetings would be billed at hourly rates tied to the consultant staff level, and noted the contract includes a not‑to‑exceed cap of $50,000. Mayor Dutre noted prior experience with the firm and said they employ retired city managers and economic‑development staff, calling them "a very good company" and an asset for North Montclair projects.
