Specifications include, but are not limited to: The applicant shall provide services to the City related to City Attorney duties: Provide legal advice to the Governing Body, City Administrator, and Department Heads regarding legal matters. Advise all relevant personnel on municipal-specific law, including but not limited to: home rule, zoning, eminent domain, open records, open meetings, meeting procedures, intergovernmental cooperation, employment law, billing and finance, and public relations. Attend all City Council meetings. Attend workshops or special meetings when requested. Draft and review charter ordinances, municipal ordinances, resolutions, and other forms of municipal legislation. Review and write policies, municipal codes, correspondences, and other routine documents of governmental functions. Understand the budget implications of policy determinations. Review and draft contracts and other forms of municipal agreements. Report changes in federal, state, or county legislation that affect the City. Provide consultation related to litigation, arbitration, or other legal/administrative proceedings and appearances. Maintain an ethical and professional relationship with the City, as well as elected officials, employees, and residents of the community.
