Hire law firm to defend lawsuit from Communities for a Better Environment

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In Plain English

Communities for a Better Environment has sued the city. Richmond needs outside legal help because this case requires specialized expertise. The law firm Shute, Mihaly and Weinberger will represent the city in court.

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Votes

seek services from a different attorney with expertise in CEQA and land use permits

Moved by: Councilmember ButtSeconded by: Councilmember Rogers

Failed

approve a contract with the law firm of Shute, Mihaly and Weinberger LLP for representation of the City of Richmond in the action entitled Communities for a Better Environment vs. City of Richmond and a discussion at another meeting to identify additional firms to perform additional legal technical assistance in connection with Communities for a Better Environment vs. City of Richmond to assist in resolution of the matter, including exploring possible settlement

Moved by: Councilmember ViramontesSeconded by: Vice Mayor Marquez

Passed

4 to 4

BatesAye

McLaughlinNay

ButtNay

ThurmondNay

RogersNay

LopezAye

MarquezAye

SandhuAye