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Raul Godinez II, City Manager April 24, 2018 Page 4 Focus: MuniServices works solely for public sector clientele; thereby avoiding any real or perceived conflicts of interest which allow us to focus our efforts entirely from a governmental perspective. This exclusive public -sector focus qualifies us to review confidential taxpayer information and other confidential data that is not available to other consulting firms. Our exclusive public -sector focus has allowed us to develop unique expertise and multiple agency relationships and skillsets that better position our company to provide ordinance and consultative services related to the cannabis industry. Blue Chip Team of Experts: Our experience in this industry, stemming from its infancy of local taxation, uniquely qualifies our firm to perform professional services to assist with implementation, development, optimization, and enforcement of local cannabis taxation and regulations. MuniServices combines expertise from, local, state and federal government perspectives with its extensive knowledge and experience in California taxation, legislation and regulation development. Our team includes a former City Manager, former Board of Equalization lead staff member on cannabis taxation, statewide and local campaign consultants and pollsters, and policy and legal staff. Our knowledge of local governments and the cannabis industry allow us to develop cost recovery plans that fully reimburse the City's costs for planning, implementation and on-going administration. As a result, the City will fully share in our knowledge and experience of the industry if it elects to do so. Cannabis Resource Center: MuniServices maintains an in-depth and invaluable "Cannabis Support Services" resource center on its website that provides not only historical background but also information related to current issues, trends, policy reports, regulatory updates, data, relevant resources, and more. MuniServices invests into the necessary resources to provide expert educational support in this industry. See http://www.muniservices.com/services/cannabis-support-services. MuniServices Key Personnel Francesco D. Mancia, MBA, VP Government Relations and Project Manager: Fran is responsible for overseeing company Legislative, Regulatory, and Government Relations work at the state and federal level. Fran has a strong working knowledge of local government general fund tax laws and state and federal regulatory and legislative issues that impact local governments. He monitors, analyzes and leads company lobbying efforts related to legislation, state mandates, and regulatory changes and policies that affect client revenue streams. Fran currently serves as a member of the League of California Cities Revenue and Taxation Policy Committee and was the 2007 and 2008 President of the League's Partner Program and served as Chairman of the California Contract Cities Association, Associates Member program from 2009 to 2016. Currently Fran serves as a member the Board of Regents of the University of California Board and as a member of the Board of Trustees of the California City Management Foundation. Education: Fran graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications, and attended the University of San Francisco where he earned an MBA. GrassrootsLab Background GrassrootsLab specializes in local government outreach, campaigns and communications in California. In addition to numerous local officials and candidates, our firm maintains ongoing client relationships with several key statewide organizations and, through online assets, maintains a weekly communication channel with local government stakeholders across the state.