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Allegany County commissioners move into closed session to discuss economic development and flood-relief litigation
Summary
Commissioners voted unanimously to enter an executive session to consider matters related to a business/industrial proposal tied to the Senator George Edwards fund, the investment of public funds, potential litigation over flood-relief reimbursements, and to receive legal advice; outside counsel from Rifkin Wiener Livingston was expected to join.
Allegany County commissioners voted to enter a closed executive session to discuss economic development proposals and potential litigation related to flood-relief matters, the chair announced at the end of a public work session.
The items named for the executive session included consideration of a proposal by a business or industrial organization to locate, expand or remain in the state as it relates to the Senator George Edwards fund and the fund’s enabling legislation; consideration of the investment of public funds linked to the same fund; and consultation with staff and counsel about pending or potential litigation concerning reimbursement for flood-relief work. The chair also said the commissioners would consult with counsel and obtain legal advice on the matters.
Two outside attorneys were named to join the executive session: Brad Rifkin and Mike Johansen of the law firm Rifkin Wiener Livingston. A commissioner requested a motion to move into closed session; another commissioner seconded. When asked for a vote, the transcript records "Aye," and the chair said the board would resume the public meeting at 5 p.m.
The work-session transcript records the motion and the unanimous vocal assent but does not record additional details or final decisions from the executive session.
