1. Provide legal advice on a wide range of municipal governance issues, including compliance with local, state, and federal laws. 2. Ensures compliance with public records laws (e.g., Freedom of Information Act) and open meetings laws (e.g., Sunshine laws). 3. Ensures the adherence to local, state, and federal regulations, including health and safety codes. 4. Provides guidance on conflicts of interest, ethical standards for city officials, and governance practices. 5. Provide legal advice related to emergency preparedness, response protocols, and liability issues. 6. Provide legal support for issues involving public safety, police procedures, and related litigation. 7. Drafts and analyzes local laws, ordinances, and resolutions passed by the city council. 8. Provide guidance on local taxation issues, including property taxes, fines, and other revenue collection matters.
