TO: Mayor and Commissioners
FROM: Jeffrey L. Oris, CEcD, Assistant City Manager
THROUGH: Terrence R. Moore, ICMA-CM
DATE: January 7, 2025
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PRESENTATION BY MAT FORREST OF BALLARD PARTNERS REGARDING THE UPCOMING FLORIDA LEGISLATIVE SESSION.
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Recommended Action:
Recommendation
The City Commission is asked to share any concerns or legislative priorities with Mr. Forrest so he can craft an appropriate strategy to represent the City of Delray Beach during this year's Florida Legislative Session.
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Background:
Mat Forrest of Ballard Partners, the City's primary lobbyist on matters with the State of Florida, will appear before the City Commission to share his expectations of the upcoming Florida Legislative session. Mr. Forrest will also be looking for input from the City as to any matters of legislative concern that we would like him to champion during the Session.
City Attorney Review:
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Funding Source/Financial Impact:
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Timing of Request:
Mr. Forrest is preparing for the upcoming deadline for bill submittals and legislative committee meetings that will lead up to the March 4, 2025 start of the 2025 Florida Legislative Session.