Approve $760,000 in contracts with 7 law firms for ongoing lawsuits
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The city faces multiple lawsuits in state and federal courts that require specialized legal expertise. Current contracts with 6 law firms need additional funding, while 1 new firm joins the legal team. If approved, total spending reaches $760,000 to defend the city's interests in these cases.
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