Extend law firm contract for city legal matters through 2027
In Plain English
The city currently pays Burke Williams & Sorensen law firm to handle lawsuits and legal issues. The contract needs more money and time to continue. If approved, the contract increases from $250,000 to $400,000 total and runs until December 2027.
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