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TAB 4 – Approach/Methodology Pittman Law Group proposes a comprehensive, proactive, and results-oriented approach to delivering state and county government relations services to the City of Sunny Isles Beach. Our strategy integrates early planning, year-round relationship development, disciplined bill monitoring, targeted advocacy, and continuous communication to ensure the City’s priorities are effectively advanced before the Florida Legislature, the Executive Branch, state agencies, and Miami-Dade County. For twenty-five years, PLG has represented local governments across Florida. We understand that effective advocacy does not begin on the first day of session. It is built through sustained engagement, strategic positioning, and trusted relationships developed well in advance of key policy and budget decisions. Strategic Planning and Pre-Session Preparation Each legislative cycle begins with structured preparation. Prior to Interim Committee Weeks, PLG will convene with City leadership to review priorities, assess risks, and identify opportunities. From this foundation, we will develop a focused Legislative Agenda and Advocacy Plan outlining funding priorities, policy objectives, potential threats to municipal authority, and engagement strategies. Early engagement is particularly important in the current legislative climate, where home rule authority and local government flexibility continue to face scrutiny. We prioritize proactive relationship-building with delegation members, committee chairs, and leadership offices to ensure the City’s interests are understood before bills are filed or budget allocations are finalized. PLG will coordinate strategic engagement with members of the Miami-Dade County Legislative Delegation and other key policymakers whose committee assignments or leadership roles influence municipal funding, infrastructure investment, taxation, resiliency, and public safety. These members include but are not limited to Senator Ileana García, Senator Bryan Ávila, Senator Ana Maria Rodriguez, Senator Jason Pizzo, Representative Mike Redondo, and Representative Fabián Basabe. These meetings, conducted during Interim Committee Weeks and at the outset of Session, position the City as a credible, solutions-oriented partner. At the county level, we maintain strong working relationships with Miami-Dade County leadership, including the Mayor’s Office and members of the Board of County Commissioners. Through our state and federal representation of Miami-Dade County, we have established relationships with senior county staff and agency leadership, which allows us to effectively coordinate when City priorities intersect with county initiatives or funding opportunities. We also maintain active engagement with statewide municipal organizations, including the Florida League of Cities and the Florida Association of Counties, participating in weekly legislative calls during session and maintaining regular communication with leadership and policy staff. These PITTMAN LAW GROUP RFP #26-01-01 19