CRA approves vendor invoices tied to mobility study after questions about subcontract billing

The Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency on May 21 approved vendor invoices related to the city’s mobility study after a commissioner pulled the item from the consent agenda for discussion.

Commissioner Miller Anderson flagged two invoices: a $24,000 invoice and a separate $17,000 invoice, both for April work. Procurement Director Latana Ammons explained the invoices reflect the prime consultant’s fee plus subcontractor work (the procurement scope permits subcontracting when needed). Ammons said the subcontractor (named in materials as Corodino/Corodino Group) conducted transportation-specific tasks, town halls and a mobility audit.

Board members requested that future agenda packets include a clear breakdown of invoice line items and subcontractor scopes so elected officials and the public can see how charges were calculated. The motion to approve the vendor invoices passed 3–1; Commissioner Miller Anderson voted no.

Action: The CRA approved payment of the vendor invoices; staff will ensure future invoice reports include itemized scopes for prime and subcontractor charges.