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County approves contract renewal for felony and juvenile defense representation
Summary
The commission voted to approve a contract renewal for legal representation covering felony matters and juvenile cases at a modest increase from the prior year.
The Clay County Commission approved a proposed contract renewal for legal representation covering felony matters and juvenile representation, with the presenter saying the new proposal reflects just under a 3% increase over the prior year.
Attorney Seth Klein (introduced in the meeting as a representative of Peterson’s office) presented the proposed contract, saying the prior year amount was $175,000 and the new proposal totaled $180,000—an increase of about $5,000 (just under 3%). Klein said the scope remains the same as the prior year and covers representation in felony matters, juvenile cases and certain files as listed in the contract packet.
The commission thanked the attorney for the services and the quality of reports provided. A commissioner moved to approve the contract and the motion received a second; the board voted in favor and the motion passed by voice vote.
The contract as presented will proceed into execution with the same service scope as the prior year and a modest cost increase; no further amendments were recorded during the meeting.
