Summary
The city is hiring a DC lobbying firm to chase state and federal grants, with the Southmoor redevelopment as the top target. Supporters say representation in Washington brings priority funding; the council president worries about paying consultants who deliver nothing.
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Last discussed Mar 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
A monthly retainer the council hopes to recoup many times over in grant dollars — terminable with 30 days' notice if it doesn't pay off.
Residents who want city projects like Southmoor funded without raising taxes.
Taxpayers if the firm fails to deliver funding, as happened with a previous consultant.
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