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February 7, 2024 ·10:00 AM Final ·This document is tentative, has not been ratified or approved by the Board of Commissioners, and is not binding on the County or any officer. Scheduled date for ratification: February 21, 2024

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Agenda — 82 items

  1. 1 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Robert L. Pitts ▶ jump to 15:52
  2. 2 ROLL CALL: Tonya R. Grier, Clerk to the Commission ▶ jump to 16:08
  3. 3 INVOCATION: Reverend Clifton Dawkins, Jr., County Chaplain ▶ jump to 16:27
  4. 4 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Recite in unison
  5. 5 ANNOUNCEMENTS
  6. 6 PLEASE SWITCH ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES (CELL PHONES, PAGERS, PDAs, ETC.) TO THE SILENT POSITION DURING THIS MEETING TO AVOID INTERRUPTIONS. IF YOU NEED REASONABLE MODIFICATIONS DUE TO A DISABILITY, INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS IN AN ALTERNATE FORMAT PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE COMMISSION. FOR TDD/TTY OR GEORGIA RELAY SERVICE ACCESS DIAL 711.
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  8. 8 CONSENT AGENDA
  9. 9 Adoption of the Consent Agenda. All matters listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the County Commission and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will take place on these items. If discussion of any Consent Agenda item is desired, the item will be moved to the Regular Meeting Agenda for separate consideration. (ADOPTED AS AMENDED) 24-0072 adopt as amended Pass ▶ jump to 18:22
  10. 10 Proclamations for Spreading on the Minutes. (SPREAD ON THE MINUTES UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) Proclamation recognizing “Atlanta Business League Appreciation Day.” (Hall) January 30, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Eta Lambda Chapter Appreciation Day.” (Arrington) February 2, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Gloria Elizabeth Freeman Appreciation Day.” (Abdur-Rahman) February 2, 2024 Proclamation recognizing “Jancy Thorne Reavis Remembrance Day.” (Ellis) February 3, 2024 24-0073
  11. 11 Commissioners' District Board Appointments
  12. 12 ANIMAL WELFARE HEARING BOARD (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) The Animal Welfare Hearing Board shall consist of seven (7) members appointed by the Board of Commissioners. Each Commissioner shall appoint one member to serve for two years. Thereafter, all members may be appointed for an additional term of three years and until their successors are appointed. Term = 2 Years/3 Years Term below expired: 12/31/2023 Karen E. Levy (Pitts) Chairman Pitts nominated Karen E. Levy for a District reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2026. 24-0074
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  14. 14 FULTON-DEKALB HOSPITAL AUTHORITY D/B/A GRADY HEALTH SYSTEM (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) Consists of ten (10) trustees (members). The Board of Commissioners of Fulton County appoints seven (7) trustees (members) and the Board of Commissioners of DeKalb County appoints three (3). (See Fulton County Code § 13-2-11). The Fulton County Code does not prescribe the method of appointment; however, historically, each Commissioner has appointed one person to serve. Term = 4 years Term below expired: 12/31/2023 Alicia M. Ivey (Arrington) Commissioner Arrington nominated Alicia Ivey for a District reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2027. 24-0075
  15. 15 DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF FULTON COUNTY (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) At the Special Call Meeting, May 30, 1973, the Board of Commissioners appointed seven (7) members to serve on this Authority. In 1992, two more members were added to this board bringing the total to nine (9) members appointed by the Board of Commissioners of Fulton County. Historically, each Commissioner has appointed one person to serve on this board. In addition, two persons are appointed and confirmed by the full Board of Commissioners. Term = 4 years staggered Term below expires: 5/31/2025 Vacant (Arrington) Commissioner Arrington nominated Alvin Kendall to a District appointment to an unexpired term ending May 31, 2025. 24-0076
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  17. 16 FULTON COUNTY VETERANS’ EMPOWERMENT COMMISSION, INC. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) Each Commissioner shall appoint two (2) members. Term = 3 Years Term below expires: 12/31/2024 Mike E. Mizell (District 1) Commissioner Thorne nominated John Walsh to replace Mike E. Mizell for a District appointment to an unexpired term ending December 31, 2024. 24-0077
  18. 17 Health and Human Services
  19. 18 Request approval of a change order less than 10% - Public Works, 17RFP031617K-DJ Progressive Design/Build Services for Big Creek Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Expansion Project Phase 2B in an amount not to exceed of $759,719.88 with Archer Western-Brown and Caldwell Joint Venture (Atlanta, GA) to cover costs associated with previously approved inclement weather days which will extend the project end date to August 7, 2024 and for additional scope of work changes needed for the safe and efficient operation of the future treatment plant. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
  20. 19 Infrastructure and Economic Development
  21. 20 Request approval of an Amended and Restated Economic Development Services Agreement between Fulton County, Georgia and the Development Authority of Fulton County (DAFC) to ensure efficiency of service delivery and coordination of the County’s economic development efforts. Effective upon execution for an initial term of five (5) years and then an automatic renewal period of five (5) additional years. (APPROVED AMENDED) ITEM REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION AS REQUESTED BY CHAIRMAN PITTS 24-0079 approve as amended Pass ▶ jump to 104:10
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  23. 21 Justice and Safety
  24. 22 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia and City of Alpharetta for a period of time that shall terminate at 2400 hours on December 31, 2028. The purpose of this Intergovernmental Agreement is to provide vital and necessary animal control services for the County’s homeless pets while enforcing the animal control laws of Fulton County in a manner that reflects quality and professionalism. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0080
  25. 23 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia and Union City for a period of time that shall terminate at 2400 hours on December 31, 2028. The purpose of this Intergovernmental Agreement is to provide vital and necessary animal control services for the County’s homeless pets while enforcing the animal control laws of Fulton County in a manner that reflects quality and professionalism. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0081
  26. 24 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia and City of South Fulton for a period of time that shall terminate at 2400 hours on December 31, 2028. The purpose of this Intergovernmental Agreement is to provide vital and necessary animal control services for the County’s homeless pets while enforcing the animal control laws of Fulton County in a manner that reflects quality and professionalism. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0082
  27. 25 Request approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services between Fulton County, Georgia and City of Palmetto for a period of time that shall terminate at 2400 hours on December 31, 2028. The purpose of this Intergovernmental Agreement is to provide vital and necessary animal control services for the County’s homeless pets while enforcing the animal control laws of Fulton County in a manner that reflects quality and professionalism. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA) 24-0083
  28. 26 REGULAR MEETING AGENDA ▶ jump to 19:57
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  30. 27 Adoption of the Regular Meeting Agenda. (ADOPTED AS AMENDED) 24-0084 adopt as amended Pass ▶ jump to 22:17
  31. 28 Ratification of Minutes. (RATIFIED) Regular Meeting Minutes, January 10, 2024 Recess Meeting Post Agenda Minutes, January 24, 2024 24-0085 ratify Pass ▶ jump to 22:41
  32. 29 Presentation of Proclamations and Certificates. Proclamation recognizing “Dementia Awareness Day.” (Ellis) (PRESENTED) 24-0086 ▶ jump to 23:00
  33. 30 PUBLIC HEARINGS
  34. 31 Public Comment - Citizens are allowed to voice County related opinions, concerns, requests, etc. during the Public Comment portion of the Commission meeting. Priority for public comment will be given to Fulton County citizens and those individuals representing businesses or organizations located within Fulton County, including their employees, whether such persons are commenting in-person, via emails or via Zoom or other electronic media (i.e., phone call). Non-Fulton County citizens will only be heard after all in-person Fulton County citizens, representatives of business and organizations located within Fulton County, including their employees, have been heard and the time allotted for public comment has not expired, except as otherwise provided in this code section. County staff shall verify the residency of each public speaker prior to such person being heard by the board. Speakers will be granted up to two minutes each. Members of the public will not be allowed to yield or donate time to other speakers. The Public Comment portion of the meeting will not exceed sixty (60) minutes at the Regular Meeting, nor will this portion exceed sixty (60) minutes at the Recess Meeting. In the event the 60-minute time limit is reached prior to public comments being completed, public comment will be suspended and the business portion of the BOC meeting will commence. Public comment will resume at the end of the meeting. For more information or to arrange a speaking date, contact the Clerk’s Office. (CONDUCTED) 6 Speakers: Rev. Lydia Meredith (DFCS); Duwon Robinson (Taxes); Linda Adams (New Horizons Senior Center); Maria Gaudio (Item #24-0094); Paul Hershey (Item #24-0094) and Julie Allen (Item #24-0094) 5 Zoom Speakers: Matt Rowenczak (Millage Rate/Item #24-0094); Kevin Muldowney (District Attorney Office); Lucia Frazier (District Attorney Office Item/#24-0094); Ben Howard (Senior Services) and Margie Mcleod (Fulton County Courts) 24-0087 ▶ jump to 30:06
  35. 32 COUNTY MANAGER'S ITEMS
  36. 33 Open & Responsible Government
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  38. 34 Discussion: County Manager Update (DISCUSSED) 24-0088 ▶ jump to 325:09
  39. 35 Request approval to award a contract without competition - Department of Information Technology, 19RFP3152019K-DJ, Agenda Management System with Carahsoft Technology Corporation (Reston, VA) in an amount not to exceed $267,200.35 to provide licenses and professional services required to upgrade the existing agenda management system. Effective upon BOC approval until final acceptance of project deliverables and milestones. (HELD ON 1/24/24 AND 2/7/24) (APPROVED) hold Pass ▶ jump to 106:43
  40. 36 Request approval of a recommended proposal - Fulton County Information Technology Department, 23RFP139160B-EC, Digital Multi-functional Devices and Support Services in an amount not to exceed $724,581.72 with Standard Office Systems of Atlanta, Inc. (Duluth, GA) to provide maintenance, supplies, support services, and software and associated hardware for all multi-function devices countywide. Effective upon BOC approval through December 31, 2024, with four renewal options. (APPROVED) approve Pass ▶ jump to 107:15
  41. 37 Request approval of a statewide contract - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, SWC 99999-001-SPD0000183-0006, Police Pursuit and Special Services Vehicles in an amount not to exceed $611,020.00 with Wade Ford, Inc. (Smyrna, GA), to purchase and deliver sixteen (16) law enforcement/administrative vehicles for the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office. This is a one-time procurement. (HELD ON 1/24/24 AND 2/7/24) (APPROVED) approve ▶ jump to 107:58
  42. 38 Request approval of recommended proposals - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 23RFP138765K-CRB, Standby Professional Services for Environmental Engineering and Testing Services in the total amount not to exceed $150,000.00 with (A) Atlas Technical Consultants, LLC (Duluth, GA) in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00; (B) Nova Engineering & Environmental, LLC (Kennesaw, GA) in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00, and (C) Oasis Consulting Services (Roswell, GA) in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00, to provide standby professional services for environmental engineering and testing services. Effective upon BOC approval through December 31, 2024, with two renewal options. (APPROVED) 24-0090 approve Pass ▶ jump to 110:52
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  45. 40 Request approval to renew an existing contract - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 21RFP127274K-BKJ, Comprehensive Operations and Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Services for the Fulton County Jail and the Jail South Annex in an amount not to exceed $5,383,820.00 with Johnson Controls, Inc., (Atlanta, GA), to provide comprehensive operations, preventive, and corrective maintenance services. This action exercises the third of four renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective Dates: January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. (APPROVED) 24-0091 approve Pass ▶ jump to 111:21
  46. 41 Arts and Libraries
  47. 42 Request approval to increase the spending authority, Fulton County Library System, 21RFP0210B-EC, Shelf-Ready Books for Adults, Teens and Children and Lease Books for Adults in the amount not to exceed $263,888.96 with Baker and Taylor, Inc. to replace damaged books at the Cleveland Avenue Branch Library. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED) 24-0092 approve Pass ▶ jump to 112:38
  48. 43 COMMISSIONERS' ACTION ITEMS
  49. 43 Request approval of a statewide contract - Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, SWC 99999-001-SPD0000183-0006, Police Pursuit and Special Services Vehicles in an amount not to exceed $611,020.00 with Wade Ford, Inc. (Smyrna, GA), to purchase and deliver sixteen (16) law enforcement/administrative vehicles for the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office. This is a one-time procurement. (HELD ON 1/24/24 AND 2/7/24) (APPROVED) hold Pass ▶ jump to 110:10
  50. 44 Request approval of a Resolution by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners directing an external review of the actions and procedures of the Board of Ethics over the past 5 years; and for other purposes. (Arrington) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 1/24/24) (MOTION FAILED) 24-0064 approve ▶ jump to 113:02
  51. 45 Request approval of an Ordinance to amend Chapter 2 (Administration), Article II (Officers and Employees), Division 2 (Code of Ethics) of the Fulton County Code of Ordinances to create a new Code Section 2-80.1 requiring the appointment of an Interim Ethics Hearing Officer where there exists a conflict of interest between the Board of Ethics and any party filing a complaint or any party accused of violating the Code of Ethics; and for other purposes. (Arrington) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 1/24/24)(FILED) 24-0065 approve Pass ▶ jump to 118:10
  52. 46 Request approval of a Resolution by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners urging the Georgia General Assembly to support legislation sponsored by the State Senator Donzella James to amend the Official Code of Georgia to lift the ban relating to restrictions on rent regulations by local governments and allow Counties and Municipalities the ability to regulate the rent to be charged for privately owned single-family or multiple-unit residential properties for those residing within the state of Georgia; and for other purposes. (Hall) (HELD ON 2/7/24 ON 2/21/24) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED) 24-0093 ▶ jump to 118:34
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  55. 48 Request approval of a Resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget; to amend the Fulton County Code of Laws related to budgetary controls over expenses of Commissioners; and for other purposes. (Abdur-Rahman) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 2/7/24) 24-0094 approve Pass ▶ jump to 118:54
  56. 49 Commissioners' Full Board Appointments
  57. 50 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE FULTON COUNTY EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM (APPROVED) Trustee position #1 is the Chairman or designee. Trustee positions #2 and #3, members of the Fulton County Commission, shall be designated or elected at a regular January meeting for one (1) year or until their successors have been appointed and qualified. Trustee Positions #4 and #5 are members of the Board of Trustees by virtue of their County position; hence their terms expire when their positions with the County terminate. Trustee Positions #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12 are held for four (4) years, after serving the initial staggered terms prescribed in the enabling Resolution. Term = 1 Year Term below expired: 12/31/2023 Vice Chair Khadijah Abdur-Rahman (Position #2/BOC) Chairman Pitts nominated Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman for a Full Board reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2024. 24-0095 approve Pass ▶ jump to 165:33
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  59. 51 Request approval of an Ordinance to amend Chapter 2 (Administration), Article II (Officers and Employees), Division 2 (Code of Ethics) of the Fulton County Code of Ordinances to create a new Code Section 2-80.1 requiring the appointment of an Interim Ethics Hearing Officer where there exists a conflict of interest between the Board of Ethics and any party filing a complaint or any party accused of violating the Code of Ethics; and for other purposes. (Arrington) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 1/24/24)(FILED) 24-0065 approve ▶ jump to 118:10
  60. 52 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE FULTON COUNTY EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM (APPROVED) Trustee position #1 is the Chairman or designee. Trustee positions #2 and #3, members of the Fulton County Commission, shall be designated or elected at a regular January meeting for one (1) year or until their successors have been appointed and qualified. Trustee Positions #4 and #5 are members of the Board of Trustees by virtue of their County position; hence their terms expire when their positions with the County terminate. Trustee Positions #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12 are held for four (4) years, after serving the initial staggered terms prescribed in the enabling Resolution. Term = 4 years Term = 1 Year Terms below expired: 12/31/2023 Commissioner Dana Barrett (Position #1 - Chair/Designee) Commissioner Bob Ellis (Position #3/BOC) Chairman Pitts nominated Commissioner Barrett for Full Board reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2024. 24-0096 approve Pass ▶ jump to 166:03
  61. 53 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE FULTON COUNTY EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM (APPROVED) Trustee position #1 is the Chairman or designee. Trustee positions #2 and #3, members of the Fulton County Commission, shall be designated or elected at a regular January meeting for one (1) year or until their successors have been appointed and qualified. Trustee Positions #4 and #5 are members of the Board of Trustees by virtue of their County position; hence their terms expire when their positions with the County terminate. Trustee Positions #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12 are held for four (4) years, after serving the initial staggered terms prescribed in the enabling Resolution. Term = 4 years Term = 1 Year Terms below expired: 12/31/2023 Commissioner Dana Barrett (Position #1 - Chair/Designee) Commissioner Bob Ellis (Position #3/BOC) Chairman Pitts nominated Commissioner Ellis for Full Board reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2024. 24-0097 approve Pass ▶ jump to 166:25
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  63. 55 ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE OF THE FULTON COUNTY DEFINED CONTRIBUTION PLAN (APPROVED) Members of the Administrative Committee shall hold office for a term of four (4) years or until their successors have been duly qualified and appointed. Positions 2 & 3 shall be appointed by the BOC at its regular January meeting or as soon as practical. Such members shall hold office for a term of one year. Term = 4 Years Term = 1 Year (Positions 2 & 3) Term below expired: 12/31/2023 Vice Chair Khadijah Abdur-Rahman (Chair/Designee/BOC) Chairman Pitts nominated Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman for a Full Board reappointment to a term ending December 31, 2024. 24-0098 approve Pass ▶ jump to 166:56
  64. 56 COUNTY MANAGER'S PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
  65. 56 Request approval of a Resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget; to amend the Fulton County Code of Laws related to budgetary controls over expenses of Commissioners; and for other purposes. (Abdur-Rahman) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 2/7/24) 24-0094 call the question Pass ▶ jump to 161:02
  66. 57 Open & Responsible Government
  67. 58 Presentation of 2024 State Legislative Session Update. (PRESENTED) ▶ jump to 167:24
  68. 59 Infrastructure and Economic Development
  69. 60 Presentation: Development Authority of Fulton County Governmental Accounting Standards Board, GASB 77. (PRESENTED) 24-0100 ▶ jump to 53:59
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  71. 61 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  72. 62 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Alston & Bird, BJay Pak; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. Commissioner Hall was absent. 24-0101 enter into executive session Pass ▶ jump to 188:54
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  74. 63 ADDED TO THE MEETING
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  76. 74 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Alston & Bird, BJay Pak; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. Commissioner Hall was absent. 24-0101 approve Pass ▶ jump to 296:55
  77. 75 Executive (CLOSED) Sessions regarding litigation (County Attorney), real estate (County Manager), and personnel (Pitts). (APPROVED) PRESENT IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LITIGATION, REAL ESTATE AND PERSONNEL: Chairman Pitts, Vice Chair Abdur-Rahman, Commissioners: Thorne, Ellis, Barrett, Arrington, and; County Manager Dick Anderson; County Attorney Y. Soo Jo; Alston & Bird, BJay Pak; and Clerk to the Commission Tonya R. Grier. Commissioner Hall was absent. 24-0101 approve Pass ▶ jump to 297:35
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  79. 78 Items Added to the Agenda
  80. 79 Request approval for the procurement of supplies and equipment required for individuals housed in the County’s Jail facilities in a total amount not to exceed $2,910,764.79 with various vendors identified in Exhibit 1 attached to this package and incorporated hereto. Funding is provided in the inmate services unit in non-agency. Effective upon BOC approval through December 31, 2024. (APPROVED) 24-0102 approve Pass ▶ jump to 18:50
  81. 80 Request approval for the procurement of supplies and equipment required for individuals housed in the County’s Jail facilities in a total amount not to exceed $2,910,764.79 with various vendors identified in Exhibit 1 attached to this package and incorporated hereto. Funding is provided in the inmate services unit in non-agency. Effective upon BOC approval through December 31, 2024. (APPROVED) 24-0102 approve Pass ▶ jump to 18:50
  82. 81 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 3:18 p.m.