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FC-33 September 1, 2015 <br /> Corporation Counsel Molly Stebbins commented in response to Chair Kanuha and Council Member Dennis <br /> Onishi's inquiry about contracts during a state of emergency. Ms. Stebbins stated that the prohibition is basically <br /> on any contracts over$50,000 with no exception over that amount, and it could be possible to add language for <br /> exceptions in times of emergency. Ms. Stebbins also stated that this bill does not prohibit unions from using <br /> facilities for campaign purposes. <br /> Mr. Chung stated that he objects to the amount of$50,000, because it is an arbitrary number, and he cannot see <br /> the nexus between the dollar amount and ethical behavior. He further stated that employees of the county <br /> should be allowed to have side jobs. <br /> Legislative Auditor Bonnie Nims came forward to comment regarding transparency, and said that with her <br /> office, annual certifications of conflicts of interest are done to maintain transparency. Ms. Nims further stated <br /> that there are procedures for the review of public records, and has seen some instances where the public is <br /> provided an opportunity to see if contracts are fair and just. <br /> Finance Director Deanna Sako came forward to comment regarding transparency and favoritism. Ms. Sako <br /> explained that requests for quotes are made so everyone has a chance to bid, and that the lowest price gets the <br /> contract as long as specifications are met. She also stated that requests for proposals are reviewed by a <br /> committee to make sure compliance is met. <br /> Council Member Greggor Ilagan shared his concern about employees of the county having inside information <br /> about contracts and that they are able to go through the system and acquire them. <br /> Mr. Onishi commented that complaints can be made to the board of ethics and procurement issues should not be <br /> defined in this bill. <br /> Ms. Wille, as a final comment, stated that if this measure moves forward to council that she will have <br /> amendments ready for first reading. <br /> The motion to amend Bill 37, Draft 2, with the contents of Communication 231.12, was then approved. <br /> Your Committee on Finance is in accord with the purpose and intent of Bill No. 37, Draft 2, as amended as <br /> Draft 3, and forwards it to Council with a positive recommendation. <br /> wb <br /> AYES NOES ABS EX Respectfully submitted, <br /> CHUNG X <br /> DAVID + x COMMITTEE ON FINANCE <br /> EOFF X i <br /> { <br /> Ii ALAN fi X <br /> KANUHA X <br /> ONISHI X ?CO- <br /> --- <br /> PALEKA <br /> x KAREN EOFF, CHA <br /> POINDEXTER XFC REPORT NO.: _33 <br /> WILLE L X I - ADOPTED: _OCT 2-Q-2015 <br />