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Commission hears options to curb legal costs after shift from retainer to hourly billing
Summary
Commissioners discussed the cost effects of moving from an annual retainer to hourly billing for outside counsel and asked staff to solicit alternative quotes, paralegal support, and other local options to reduce legal expenses.
Commissioners discussed rising legal expenses tied to a change from an annual retainer to hourly billing for the city’s outside counsel and asked staff to seek alternative arrangements and supplemental support.
Staff reviewed a proposal from the city attorney’s firm to provide an associate one day per week for $6,000 per month (roughly $1,500 per day). The commission expressed concern about that fee level and…
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