Add $15,000 to legal contract defending United Trustees Association lawsuit

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In Plain English

The city hired Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger law firm to defend against a lawsuit filed by United Trustees Association. The original contract was $10,000 but legal costs have grown. If approved, the contract increases to $25,000 total to continue the defense.

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Votes

Approve second amendment to contract with Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger, LLP increasing amount by $15,000 for total contract amount of $25,000

Passed

4 to 2

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Why This Vote Matters

The city approved increasing its legal defense contract from $10,000 to $25,000 total to continue fighting a lawsuit filed by the United Trustees Association. The council voted 4-2 to hire Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger law firm for the additional $15,000, with Councilmembers Bates and Butt opposing the increase. This means taxpayers will spend an additional $15,000 on legal fees to defend against this lawsuit. The vote was divided, reflecting disagreement among council members about whether the additional legal spending was necessary.

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Community Discussion

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