Increase law firm contract by $100,000 for land use lawsuits
$175,000
In Plain English
The city currently pays Stoel Rives law firm $75,000 to defend against land use and environmental lawsuits. If approved, the contract increases to $175,000 total and runs through December 2026. This covers ongoing cases and future legal challenges related to development projects and environmental reviews.
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