2021-04-21 OMA Agenda - Board of Trustees

To:

OMA Board of Trustees

From: Katrina Crist, Executive Director

Date: April 18, 2021

Re:

Request for Increase in Fees – Advocacy Consultant/Lobbyist

Chris Gallagher of Potomac Currents, OMA’s advocacy consultant/lobbyist , is requesting a fee increase from $5000 to $6,000/month starting May 1, 2021.

For the year 2020, Chris proposed increasing fees to $7,500/month to bring it more in line with what ASMBS pays him and to support OMA advocacy efforts at the state level.

After negotiations, it is my understanding through Chris that an increase to $6,000/month was agreed on.

In light of the COVID- 19 pandemic, at OMA’s request, Chris agreed to maintain his monthly fee at $5,000 through 2020.

Chris continued to develop state level resources (OMA Advocacy Toolkit) and increased state level advocacy efforts. The report submitted with the Board packet highlights 2021 state level efforts as discussed with the OMA Advocacy Committee.

Recommendation: Increase Chris Gallagher/Potomac Currents monthly fee from $5000 to $6000/month effective May 1, 2021.