The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. in the council chambers at Lakeport City Hall, 225 Park St.
Staff reports for the meeting can be downloaded at www.cityoflakeport.com/departments/docs.aspx?deptID=88&catID=102 .
At the council's direction, City Attorney Steve Brookes drafted the local vendor preference policy, which his report to the council explains, “can result in more awards for goods and services to local firms, keep city dollars within Lake County, and also generate sales tax from vendors within the City limits.”
The draft policy offers local vendors a 10-percent preference in the selection process, and directs city personnel “to use their best efforts to purchase goods and supplies from local vendors whenever possible and consistent with the terms of this policy.”
To be considered “local,” vendors must conduct business in an office with a physical location within the city of Lakeport; hold a valid, city-issued business license; and conduct business in such a prescribed manner in the city for at least 12 months before being able to receive the preference, according to the policy.
As for contracts for professional services and requests for proposals, the policy calls for the city awarding contracts to “the most qualified responsible and responsive proposer, after considering
the demonstrated competence and professional qualifications of all proposers.”
In such a case, cost will be considered but the award doesn't need to go to the lowest bidder, the document states. “Unless otherwise specified by law 5 additional points shall be awarded based
to the proposer who submits the lowest estimated project cost and two additional points for
any local vendor” as defined in the policy.
The draft document also notes that the policy doesn't apply to contracts where state law or other regulations preclude local preference, or to public works construction projects.
In other items set for Tuesday, the council will convene jointly as the Lakeport Redevelopment Agency, with members set to discuss acquiring vacant residential properties for Habitat for Humanity.
Under business items, the council will consider adopting Resolution No. 2383 (2010), which supports the findings of the California Statewide Local Streets and Roads Needs Assessment Project, and Police Chief Kevin Burke will make a presentation on the new Crime Map Reporting System.
Also on the agenda is a discussion about, and possible adoption of, Resolution No. 2384 (2010) approving the application for statewide park program grant funds.
The council also will hold a closed session for continued discussions regarding the selection of a new city manager.
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