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City Commission Meeting August 25, 2003 Page 14 Commissioner Kathy Cook - Stated that the City needed a detailed Agenda of priorities before engaging the services of a lobbyist. She stated that the paperwork submitted with Mr. Lawton's proposal contained some inconsistencies and a lack of understanding insofar as representing the City in Tallahassee. She was not comfortable in accepting the first proposal submitted and suggested the proposal for lobbyist be put out to bid, Mayor Bruce Pronovost - Stated that he was not convinced the City needed a lobbyist but suggested the Commission set specific goals and Agendas to determine the necessity for lobbying services. The Mayor also suggested that an RFP (Request for Proposals) be formulated for soliciting of lobbying services after the Commission meets and has determined their list of priorities. MOTION: Moved by Vice Mayor Al Clark that staff be directed to formulate an RFP for lobbying services as soon as possible and to include the proposal from Ces Lawton. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Linda Har~ and carried unanimously by voice vote. The Commission will submit their list of top priorities or issues to the City Manager within the next two weeks and then a work session meeting will be scheduled for the Corn mission to come to a consensus on their priorities. 7. Water Conservation Public Awareness Campaign 2004 Participation Staff Report - The St. Johns Water Management District requests that the City participate for the second year in funding a joint media campaign to educate the consumers with a consistent water conservation message. The request is based on consumption levels using consumption data. The City's portion for participation is $11,350.00. A broad based media campaign with a united water conservation message would help the City achieve its long-term water goals. Staff Recommendation - Approve participation in the water conservation campaign. Commissioner Kathy Cook said the City did not need to participate in this conservation campaign because the City has enacted its own conservation program and the citizens should not have to spend tax dollars to fund this campaign and she was opposed to City participation. MOTION: Moved by Vice Mayor/Commissioner to approve participation in the St. Johns Water Management District Conservation Campaign in the amount of $11,250.00. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Susan Doerner and carried on a 4 - 1 roll call vote. Commissioner Kathy Cook dissenting.