Description
Title: Authorize an amendment to a contract for continued court reporting services for depositions, administrative hearings, litigation and pre-litigation matters and civil-service proceedings for the Austin City Attorney’s Office with Veritext LLC d/b/a Veritext Texas, to increase the amount by $240,000 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $620,000. Funding: $80,000 is available in the Operating Budget of the Austin City Attorney’s Office. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
Summary
The City of Austin is considering an amendment to an existing contract with Veritext LLC for court reporting services, which includes depositions, administrative hearings, and civil-service proceedings. The proposed amendment seeks to increase the contract amount by $240,000, bringing the total to $620,000. This funding is crucial due to a rise in court-related activities that have surpassed initial projections. The Austin City Attorney’s Office will use the funds, with $80,000 already available in the current operating budget; future funding depends on budget approvals. The amendment highlights the need for accurate documentation in legal matters, ensuring continuity of essential services for the city’s legal operations.