Hire recruitment firm to find new City Attorney
In Plain English
The city needs a new City Attorney to handle legal matters and advise the council. Avery Associates specializes in recruiting municipal lawyers. If approved, the firm conducts interviews and background checks to find qualified candidates.
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Votes
Authorize city manager to execute contract with Avery Associates for amount not to exceed $25,400
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved hiring Avery Associates to recruit a new City Attorney for up to $25,400. The specialized recruiting firm will interview candidates and conduct background checks to help the city find qualified lawyers to handle legal matters and advise the council. This is a routine administrative contract to fill a key municipal position. Two council members were absent from the vote.
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