HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-23 CC Reso - Amend Rates for Legal Services Provided by City Attorney to $200 Per Hour RESOLUTION NO. 2015-23
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH TO AMEND RATES FOR
LEGAL SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY ATTORNEY TO $200 PER HOUR.
WHEREAS, the City of Ukiah (City) originally retained David J. Rapport for legal services on
July 7, 1983; and
WHEREAS, The City maintains a contract with Mr. Rapport to provide services as the City
Attorney on an as needed basis; and
WHEREAS, the City last approved a rate increase for Mr. Rapport on May 21, 2008, at an
hourly rate of$160; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Rapport's experience and vast knowledge of municipal law are valued assets
for the City; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Rapport's long tenure provides a high level of continuity for operations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED effective July 1, 2015, the hourly rate under the
Contract for Legal Services between David J. Rapport and the City of Ukiah shall be $200 for
the services provided directly by Mr. Rapport and not to exceed an hourly rate of $200 per hour
for Darcy Vaughn who may assist Mr. Rapport. With the prior approval of the City Manager or
City Council, other attorneys in the Law Offices of Rapport and Marston may provide services at
an hourly rate not to exceed $200.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of June, 2015, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Mulheren, Doble, Brown, and Mayor Crane
NOES: Vice Mayor Scalmanini
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Douglas Ff Cra e, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kristine Lawler, City Clerk