5. AWARD OF CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT TO R3 CONSULTING GROUP, INC. The City has an exclusive agreement with CR&R, Inc. for all residential and commercial waste collection services, including recycling and organic material collection services. The current agreement with CR&R, Inc. expires on March 31, 2028. Staff is recommending that the City Council approve a Consultant Services Agreement with R3 Consulting Group, Inc., to assist in the development of a Request for Proposals to solicit new solid waste service proposals and negotiate a new solid waste agreement before the expiration of the current agreement.