A. Scope of Work - The Borough of Kenilworth intends to procure certain services as part of this solicitation, the scope of work for such services should be understood, at a minimum, as follows: (1) Specifically, represent the Borough of Kenilworth’s interests in terms of Ordinance No. 2021-02, otherwise known as the “25 North 26th Street Redevelopment Plan” adopted in March 2021; (2) Generally, represent the Borough of Kenilworth’s interests in all legal matters pertaining to redevelopment efforts; (3) Prosecute or defend any and all suits or actions, whether in law, equity or administrative proceedings, to which the Borough, through its redevelopment actions or undertakings, may be a party or in which it may be interested, or proceedings in which any officer of the Borough in the capacity of such office may be a party; (4) Supervise and coordinate legal strategy of the Borough as it relates to redevelopment; (5) Serve as legal advisor/counsel to the Mayor and Council, its professionals, and its subsidiary boards and commissions thereby rendering opinions in writing and giving advice on all redevelopment- related questions of law submitted affecting the municipality; (6) Attend Regular and Special Meetings of the Mayor and Council, Planning Board, and/or Zoning Board of Adjustment as directed; (7) Draft, or supervise the phraseology of any contract or other legal document or instrument to which the Borough may be a party; (8) Draft and approve as to form and sufficiency all legal documents, Ordinances, and Resolutions made, executed or adopted by or on behalf of the Borough; (9) Subject to ratification by the Mayor and Council, have the power to enter into any agreements, compromises or settlements of any appeal litigation in which the Borough is involved; (10)Work in concert and coordination with Borough staff including but not limited to the Borough’s Municipal Clerk, Business Administrator, Board Clerks, Affordable Housing Attorney, and planning professionals; and, (11) Have such other functions, powers, and duties as may be provided by General Law or Ordinance.
