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FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMORANDUM 3.1
TO: Mayor and Town Council July 18, 2023
SUBJECT: Authorize Execution of Contracts with Dakota Press for production of the Live
Locally Newsletter
BACKGROUND
Since 2016 the Town has produced a Live Locally quarterly printed newsletter (“newsletter”) as a
means of reaching out to the community. The newsletter, which focuses on programs, projects
and events and features vibrant photos, informative articles and graphics, is delivered to
approximately 19,000 Danville households.
DISCUSSION
The Town has maintained a contract with Dakota Press for printing and dissemination of Live
Locally Quarterly Newsletter and has been extremely satisfied with the professional and quality
services of Dakota Press.
The Finance Committee authorized a contract with Dakota Press on July 19, 2022, for $39,736 for
printing services for FY 2022/23.
The Finance Committee also authorized an increase of contract for Dakota Press' printing services
on May 16, 2023, due to the challenges of acquiring recycled paper as required by SB 1383.
Sufficient funds are budgeted and appropriated in the FY 2023/24 General Government
Community Outreach budget to cover the cost of printing and disseminating the newsletter.
It is recommended that the Finance Committee approve a one-year contract not to exceed $45,000
with Dakota Press for printing and mailing services for FY 2023/24.
Prepared by:
Jenn Starnes
Public Information Officer
Approved by:
Joseph Calabrigo
Town Manager