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a. Approve and authorize the Treasurer-Tax Collector to sign and execute a non-standard Agreement with Experian Information Solutions, Inc. for the provision of on-line credit reporting services in the amount of $500 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018-19, and $500 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-20, for a maximum County obligation of $1,000, effective for the retroactive term of July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2020; and
b. Approve the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s recommendation to accept non-standard indemnification provisions and non-standard limitations on liability provisions within the agreement.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Approve and authorize the Treasurer-Tax Collector to sign and execute a non-standard Agreement with Experian Information Solutions, Inc. for the provision of on-line credit reporting services in the amount of $500 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018-19, and $500 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-20, for a maximum County obligation of $1,000, effective for the retroactive term of July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2020; and
b. Approve the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s recommendation to accept non-standard indemnification provisions and non-standard limitations on liability provisions within the agreement.
DISCUSSION:
The Treasurer-Tax Collector utilizes Experian credit scoring services to meet background/credit check requirements for new employee candidates. The Treasurer-Tax Collector has utilized this service via annual agreement since Fiscal Year 2010-11. The service provides an important layer of scrutiny for positions entrusted with secure collection and safekeeping of public funds.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
This service is utilized by the Monterey County Treasurer-Tax Collector and the Monterey County Assessor’s Office as a component to background check requirements for new hires. County Counsel has reviewed this report, and recommended that the department seek Board approval for the non-standard agreement.
FINANCING:
Costs for services through the Experian Credit Scoring Services Agreement have averaged less than $400 per year. Related FY 2018-19 charges are included in the approved budget, and there is no additional impact to the General Fund.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
On-line credit reporting services assist Human Resource personnel to more fully scrutinize job applicants being recommended for hire, ensuring a more effective and efficient hiring process.
Mark a check to the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Initiatives
__Economic Development
X Administration
__Health & Human Services
__Infrastructure
__Public Safety
Prepared by: Joy Willett, Administrative Services Officer, ext. 6072
Approved by: Mary A. Zeeb, Treasurer-Tax Collector, ext. 5015
Attachments:
Board Report
Experian Credit Scoring Services Agreement
Experian Pricing Addendum and Services Schedule