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for a growing department. This concept delayed a bid for a new restaurant while this option could be further researched. In July of 2021, the City Commission passed Resolution 2021-3215 directed the city manager to solicit proposals from an architectural and engineering firm to conduct a feasibility study of this concept. (Attachment 2) • In February of 2022, the City Commission passed Resolution 2022-3302 to enter into an agreement with Architects Design Group to conduct a needs assessment and site feasibility study. (Attachment 3) • While the study was being performed, in July 2022, the City Commission passed Resolution 2022-3376 unanimously to lease the space to Suffolk. This was a prudent and responsible action as it was currently vacant and revenues could be realized while the study was being conducted. (Attachment 4) • As the study continued, the City Commission approved Resolution 2022-3403 unanimously in September 2022 realizing the advantage of renting the space for some revenue while it was unusable to others. (Attachment 5) • At the City Commissions request, the City issued RFP 22-09-01 for a restaurant lease and operations at 18050 Collins Avenue in September 2022. Through the approval of Resolution 2022-3446 (Attachment .6), the bids were rejected at the recommendation of the City Manager at the December 2022 meeting. o After thorough review, I, as the City Manager, was not confident in the success of the two proposals for several reasons. I would only recommend for your approval something that I am confident is a good business decision for the city. ■ With over 400 contacts made, it was concerning that only two would follow through with submitting a proposal, as this is a long- term and financially significant commitment. ■ The past failure of two other restaurant operations agreements with the City. Tony Roma's and the Passion Restaurant Group, which was the proposed restauranteur for Gateway Park that canceled their agreement with the city after much was invested in time and planning by the City. ■ Being located immediately adjacent to the Government Center, it was important that it was a good fit; serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, affordable, family atmosphere and a safe environment for children and families that visit the library versus a happy hour, night club, party atmosphere. And in consideration of the safety of the numerous children that attend the library. Neither of these bidders met all of the criteria for those assurances. (Attachment 6.a.) o This was the recommendation of the City Manager. It was up to the City Commission to decide. After discussion, it was approved. ■ Three public speakers supported approving the resolution to reject all bids. ■ The discussion by the Commission supported the rejection of the bids. Page 2of6 390