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I . h~____.... --_.._~-~~- Edward Everett January 22, 2004 Page 5 not benefit the project. However, successful prosecution of an appropriations request for federal cooperation is also dependent on taking advantage of all opportunities to make one's case on the appropriate legislative vehicle. The entire legislative year provides opportunities for funding. The percentages of success in the near term are reduced by delay. The ESA is a federal act being applied on Federal land, but, the opportunity to cooperate with a large municipality and county government, permanently secure the future of a national wildlife preserve and provide for the conservation of endangered species on those lands should be a powerful inducement to solutions. Mr. Everett, you also asked me to address "what the City is getting for its money." I think this letter, in some small way, answers that question. But let me also mention to you other benefits the City has enjoyed from its relationship as client. Although I initially quoted you $300 per hour up to a limit of $30,000 for the feasibility study, I actually charged the City $230 dollars per hour because I was intrigued by the opportunity to manage a pro-environment/pro-citizen effort. My regular rate takes into consideration my expertise and ability in managing this type of project. Your retainer will not completely compensate me for the time I expect to expend managing this matter in Washington, D.c., and coordinating this effort in Redwood City. I believe the most economical method for the City to proceed is with a monthly retainer in the amount of $7,500 per month plus expenses. I hope to have the program complete, or substantially complete, within one year. We agree to review progress and performance in 3 months to assure satisfaction by the City. All other conditions of my letter of March 27,2003 shall continue to apply. V,; truly YO~ 4J ;(/; ~ W.H. Fawcett THE FOREGOING IS APPRO~~ff-TO: EDWARD EVERETT, City Manager City of Redwood City Date: I,b 7/Jr WHF:ssg [416o3-0001/DA040160.064] 01122/04