Commission approves event‑center consulting contract after debate over RFPs and transparency
After extended public comment and a staff recommendation, commissioners approved a three‑year professional services contract with event consultant Cody Clinton (annual $50,000 plus on‑site/day and travel fees) and required higher insurance minimums. Critics urged an RFP and more public vetting; proponents said early engagement is necessary to book major events years ahead.
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The Board of County Commissioners voted to approve a professional services contract with event consultant Cody Clinton to support programming, sponsorship solicitation and staff training for the county’s new event center. The proposed contract includes an annual consulting fee of $50,000, an on‑site daily fee and reimbursement for travel; the motion included an insurance requirement change increasing general liability minimums to $1,000,000.
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