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Council Member Nicholl recommending the Council consider issuing a second RFP for "Water event technical investigative services for the Sandy City Council"
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Presenter: Council Member Nicholl
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Description/Background:
Since the adoption of the initial investigative RFP on March 5th I have been made aware by residents that the scope we adopted is not enough. Many of those impacted have expressed a lack of trust in some branches and divisions within government and are not confident that they will independently and adequately address the concerns of Sandy residents. However, these residents still have trust in the City Council and It is my recommendation that we listen to them. I'm requesting that the Council issue a second RFP for an independent contractor to investigate the issues removed from the initial RFP, including:
A) Provide an investigation into the cause of the water event and any responsible parties.
B) Provide an investigation and research into the potential for any short and long-term health impacts of the water event for people, pets, and livestock.
C) Provide an investigation and research into the potential for any long-term property damage caused as a result of the water event.
D) Following all audits, investigations, and research provide the City Council with findings and recommendations, identifying any gaps in the overall response to the water event.
I believe that requiring an independent investigation into these additional issues will go a long way in restoring the public trust of our residents.
The attached draft RFP may still be reviewed by the City Purchasing Agent.