Increase law firm contract by $200,000 to help implement new housing laws
$200,000 increase to $300,000 total
In Plain English
The city hired Goldfarb & Lipman law firm to help navigate complex new state housing requirements. The original $100,000 contract proved insufficient as housing laws continue changing rapidly. If approved, the total contract reaches $300,000 to provide ongoing legal guidance to the Community Development Department.
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