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Council Member Won Asks About Disparity Report Delays

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Council Members press for reasons behind the delay of the disparity report, which has not been released since 2018. Michael Garner explains hiring a consultant for a new disparity study, with results expected by November 2024. He also outlines a strategic shift from indiscriminate MWBE certification to a targeted approach, focusing on certification and integration of firms where actual contract opportunities exist, improving the alignment of MWBE certifications with city contract opportunities.