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Recommendation to Authorize the Interim City Manager to Execute an Agreement with OpenGov, Inc. for Continued Use of the Budget and Planning Module, for an Amount Not-to-Exceed $143,546.91 for Year One, $150,724.25 for Year Two, $158,260.48 for Year Three, and $166,173.49 for Year Four, for a Total Compensation Not to Exceed $618,705.13. (Finance 10024051)
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To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Adam W. Politzer, Interim City Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Since 2020, OpenGov has provided a comprehensive and transparent budgeting platform for the City of Alameda (City). In May 2020, City Council approved the execution of an agreement with OpenGov, Inc., to provide services for the Finance Department to build the budget, manage workforce planning and integrate financial information across platforms through the Budget and Planning module. In July 2025, that agreement was extended for one year.
The Budget and Planning modules are compatible with the City's current financial accounting software, Tyler Enterprise ERP. The total cost for this module is $618,705.13 for Fiscal Years (FY) 2026-29. There is no upfront deployment cost associated with OpenGov if the City decides to renew the existing services.
Staff recommends authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute an amended agreement with OpenGov (Exhibit 1) to continue utilizing this software, which is essential for the continued management and planning of the City's Biennial, Mid-Cycle, and Mid-Year Budgets.
BACKGROUND
In July 2025, City Council authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement with OpenGov for one year in an amount of $143,546.91. The agreement provides that it will terminate in June 2026 but may be extended by agreement of both parties. Both parties wish to extend the term of the agreement and make modifications.
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