Town attorney announces resignation; council approves budget amendment and directs ad for replacement, extends current counsel 60 days

Town Attorney Glenn Torsivia told the council on July 1 that he had given notice of his resignation and that his current contract would expire imminently, prompting council debate over whether to hire in‑house counsel or retain outside counsel.

The council voted to increase the legal services budget for the remainder of the fiscal year, approved staff authority to advertise for replacement legal services, and unanimously extended the outgoing firm’s contract for 60 days to ensure continuity while applicants are solicited.

Nut graf: The council’s action combined an immediate budget fix — to pay outstanding invoices and to cover legal services while a hiring decision is made — with direction to staff to solicit candidates and firms. Council members debated cost, the pros and cons of an in‑house model and the length and terms of any employment agreement before voting.

Key points and votes

Resignation and immediate timeline: Torsivia said he had provided notice and that his contract technically would expire the next day. He asked the council to consider a short extension for…