Broken Arrow City Council
Meeting of: 10-16-2018
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Approval of and authorization to execute a Third Amended Attorney Engagement Agreement between the City of Broken Arrow and Tammy Ewing for providing counsel and legal advice on an as-needed and as-assigned basis, which may include prosecution of Municipal Court cases, representation in State Court litigation and review of contracts and drafting ordinances and other documents
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Background:
Tammy Ewing is a well-respected attorney with vast legal knowledge and experience involving Municipal Law. The Acting City Attorney is recommending retention of Ms. Ewing due to her knowledge in Municipal Law, State Court litigation and review of contracts, ordinances and other documents.
The attached Amended Attorney Engagement Agreement memorializes retention of Ms. Ewing, costs and the hourly rates to be charged. The City agrees to pay Outside Counsel $125.00 per hour. Costs and fees for this matter are capped at $50,000.00 and it will expire on November 30, 2018.
Cost: Not to exceed $50,000.00
Funding Source: General Fund General Government
Requested By: Trevor Dennis, Acting City Attorney
Approved By: Michael L. Spurgeon, City Manager
Attachments: Third Amended Attorney Engagement Agreement
Recommendation:
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Approve the Third Amended Attorney Engagement Agreement with Ms. Ewing and authorize its execution.
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