Approve $325,000 contract amendment for wastewater legal services
In Plain English
The city hired Gordon and Rees law firm to handle legal issues with wastewater operations. The original contract has now grown to $825,000 total. If approved, the city spends an additional $325,000 on these legal services.
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Votes
Approve the contract
5 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
The council approved spending an additional $325,000 on legal services from Gordon and Rees law firm to handle wastewater-related legal issues, bringing the total contract value to $825,000. Five members supported the expenditure while Councilmember Bates voted against it, with Councilmember Viramontes absent. This represents a significant ongoing legal expense for the city related to wastewater operations problems.
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