The selected respondent shall provide, at a minimum, the following Services: 1. Establish and maintain a working relationship with state-level government agencies, officials, and elected representatives and their staff on behalf of the Partnership. 2. Represent the Partnership in negotiations with state-level agencies, officials, and elected representatives and their staff regarding proposed legislation, desired funding, and other projects as outlined by STLPA and its designees. 3. Arrange with STLPA’s designees for testimony at committee hearings or submission of written comments, for the purpose of promoting the goals of the Partnership or responding to proposed legislation directly impacting such goals. Assist in the preparation of the same. 4. Assist the Partnership in the preparation of proposals for funding. 5. Consult with STLPA and its designees, as well as the St. Louis County Executive and designated staff members, regarding the development of a legislative package and funding goals and development of a strategy maximizing the prospects for passage of such legislation and achievement of such goals. 6. Determine ongoing communications approach and frequency and reporting obligations. Holding regular briefing sessions with STLPA and its designees as well as the St. Louis County Executive and designated staff regarding state issues impacting the Partnership and St. Louis County government.
