Summary
A resident challenged why the city needs a $210,000 federal lobbyist contract increase when it has members of Congress. The committee held the Boundary Stone Partners contract a week and wants the contractor to answer questions in person.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
$210,000 increase, bringing the total contract to $630,000.
The city's federal advocacy interests.
Residents who question the necessity of paid lobbying alongside congressional representation.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Internal Operations Standing Committee
The city is spending another $210,000 a year on Boundary Stone Partners to defend and pursue federal funding — the firm says it helped land $50.8 million for DDOT buses. Members pressed on diversity of the firm's team and return on investment.
Internal Operations Standing Committee
A resident challenged why the city needs a $210,000 federal lobbyist contract increase when it has members of Congress. The committee held the Boundary Stone Partners contract a week and wants the contractor to answer questions in person.
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