Label
OpenCounter
Economic Development
Spang (x1614)
Revised
Title
Authorizing the mayor to enter into an implementation and subscription agreement with Open Counter Enterprises, Inc. for the OpenCounter Business Portal, Residential Portal and ZoningCheck Platform; waiving competitive bidding requirements of TMC Chapter 187; authorizing the expenditure of an amount not to exceed $124,113 from the General Fund; and declaring an emergency.
Body
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
This ordinance authorizes a one-year agreement with an option to renew for two additional years, for the OpenCounter Business Portal, Residential Portal and ZoningCheck. The Business Portal demonstrates to entrepreneurs the costs and requirements of starting a business or completing a development project. The Residential Portal Shows homeowners how to comply with code and permit requirements for home improvement projects. ZoningCheck aids applicants in understanding how the zoning code will impact site selection and project requirements.
The amount requested for the OpenCounter includes implementation costs of $26,663.50 and annual subscription costs of $96,450. Funds were included in the 2021 General Fund Budget for this purpose.
The fiscal impact of this ordinance is as follows:
- The total amount of funds requested: $124,113.
- The expenditure budget line item: 1001-16400-5661001STDSTD
- New revenue generated (operational revenue, grants, if any): none
- Revenue budget line item (if any): none
- Are funds budgeted in the current fiscal year (yes/no) $100,000 was included in the 2021 budget for this year's cost; and the remaining $24,113 will be included in next year's operating budget
- Is this a capital project (yes/no)? no
- If yes, is it new or existing (new/existing)? new
- What section of the City's Strategic Plan does this support:
o Excellence in Basic Services (yes/no) yes
o Quality Community Investment (Livable City, Development) (yes/no) yes
o Workplace Culture & Customer Service (y...
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