Hooper prosecutor chosen for state post; council discusses replacement and ongoing Renovistar litigation

Hooper City officials told the council that the city's prosecutor, Brandon, was selected for a state position as a domestic relations commissioner and will no longer handle the city's prosecution duties. Council and staff discussed options for assigning current cases and for hiring or contracting a replacement.

The county attorney, Chris Alberts (referred to by staff), recommended a private attorney identified as Brandon Miles to handle city prosecution work. Staff recommended beginning a transition to that attorney and said they expected a relatively quick start if the council is comfortable with the change.

Council also discussed an ongoing case involving a party identified in the transcript as Renovistar. Staff said that litigation could be transferred to the city's insurer or left with the new prosecutor; settlement was discussed as an option. Staff described litigation logistics such as depositions and said the plaintiff would likely seek fees and costs in any settlement.

No formal action or vote to hire a replacement prosecutor or to direct a case transfer appears in the transcript. Staff said they will continue to coordinate with the county attorney and return recommendations to the council.