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 for wastewater operations, bringing the total contract with Gordon and Rees law firm to $825,000. This represents a significant expansion of legal costs for ongoing wastewater-related issues that the city is facing. The measure passed with broad support in a 5-1 vote, with only Councilmember Bates dissenting. Bates' opposition marks a departure from his usual pattern of supporting contract items, which he has voted for over 90% of the time.
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