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BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT

Item No. 6.J.
For Meeting of: February 15, 2022

ITEM TITLE:Resolution authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with FCS Group for Community Development Services Fee Study
SUBMITTED BY:Joan Davenport, AICP, Community Development Director
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
The City of Yakima Department of Community Development  proposes to work with FCS Group, to conduct analysis of the current level of cost recovery from fees for land use applications, building  and related regulatory permits and fees associated with fire inspection services provided by the Yakima Fire Department. A comprehensive fee analysis has not been conducted for the City of Yakima permits since 2016. Utilizing the professional services of the FCS Group will enable the City to  more accurately determine the cost of services and set an appropriate fee schedule. The findings of this study are intended to be utilized in the 2023 budget projections for the City and Community Development Department.
ITEM BUDGETED:Yes
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:Public Trust and Accountability
APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY THE CITY MANAGER
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution
ATTACHMENTS:
DescriptionUpload DateType
Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Sign Contract with FCS Group1/27/2022Resolution
Consultant Agreement2/3/2022Contract
Exhibit A to Agreement2/3/2022Contract