Title
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH MAX RIEKER OF THE LAW FIRM OF WESTON HURD FOR SPECIAL COUNSEL SERVICES IN LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAW.
Brief Description: The City would like to enter into an agreement with Max Rieker for Labor and Employment Law special counsel.
Body
Legislative History
None
Purpose & Explanation
Due to upcoming labor union negotiations, it is critical to secure an agreement with Mr. Rieker, as he is familiar with the City’s labor laws.
Legal Authority for Proposed Legislation
Pursuant to Charter Section 6.04, Contracts & Purchasing:
Competitively bid and advertised for two consecutive weeks; bid tab attached: [Yes/No/NA])
Joint or Cooperative Purchase Program
x Professional Services
Other [provide explanation]
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted (Account #, $)
Supplemental Appropriation Required (Account #, $)
Appropriation Not Required
Does this legislation require use of an emergency clause?
Yes [if so, explain why]
x No
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that Council approve the ordinance to move forward with special counsel services.
Submitted by,
Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager