Increase law firm contract by $75,000 for Winehaven Legacy lawsuit defense
In Plain English
The city hired this law firm in 2022 to defend against lawsuits related to Winehaven Legacy development. The original contract was $375,000 but legal costs have exceeded expectations. If approved, the contract increases to $450,000 total and extends through December 2027.
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