Summary
The city's MBE participation is at 4.14% of city spending — far below the 17-20% the disparity study says capacity supports. Chair Robertson called the results 'not good' and demanded a spend-category breakdown and clearer strategy before the spring budget.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
MWB/ESB firms captured only 4.14% of city spending against a 17-20% capacity benchmark.
Minority and emerging small businesses competing for city contracts.
MBE/ESB firms lose potential contract revenue while participation remains near 4%.
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