Explanation
BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Director of the Department of Development to enter into contract with Fahlgren Mortine for the purpose of providing marketing support to the Economic Development Division of the Department of Development. Fahlgren Mortine is one of the largest independent marketing and communication agencies in the region. It is at the forefront of converging media. From creating campaign and brand communications to forging reputations and influencing policy, Fahlgren Mortine will help bring clarity to business markets about who you are, what you mean, and where you stand. The company ensures that collaborative culture also translates into top quality service for each and every client.
There was not a formal bid process for the services of Fahlgren Mortine. A waiver, therefore, of the provisions of the Columbus City Code Chapter 329 is required.
Services to be provided by Fahlgren Mortine shall include the creation of an announcement postcard, print advertisements, website research, and other related marketing activities.
Emergency action is requested to allow Fahlgren Mortine to continue marketing services without interruption.
FISCAL IMPACT: $35,000 has been allocated from the 2017 General Fund Budget.
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To authorize the Director of Development to enter into contract with Fahlgren Mortine for the purpose of providing marketing services to the Economic Development Division of the Department of Development; to authorize the expenditure of $35,000.00 from the 2017 General Fund Budget; to waive the competitive bidding requirements of the Columbus City Code; and to declare an emergency. ($35,000.00)
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WHEREAS, Fahlgren Mortine, is one of the nation’s largest independent marketing and communication agencies that provide creative campaigns and brand communications for the purpose of forging reputations and influencing policy; and
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Division of the Department of ...
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