A. General Legal Advice Provide legal advice to the PPFD Board members, Executive Director, or staff members on all legal matters related to their duties. Maintain knowledge of issues facing the PPFD and deliver timely legal opinions within an established response framework. Bring to the attention of the PPFD Board members, Executive Director, or staff of relevance as a result of new legislation or recent court decisions. A. Meeting Attendance and Preparation Attend all regular PPFD meetings (3rd Tuesdays) and agenda setting meetings (2nd Tuesdays) either in-person or via virtual participation. Serve as Parliamentarian, provide the PPFD with guidance as to parliamentary procedure and related procedural and parliamentarian matters. Participate in additional meetings, special sessions, or committee meetings as requested by PPFD Board or the Executive Director or designee. Assist with preparation of meeting agendas and materials. B. Litigation and Representation Advise on PPFD risk and tort law, including advice to avoid civil litigation. Represent the PPFD in judicial, arbitration, and mediation proceedings as needed. Represent the PPFD in litigation or assist attorneys appointed by the insurance pool. Handle administrative proceedings or appeals initiated by or against the PPFD. Represent the PPFD in land use and permitting matters. C. Contract Review and Drafting Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including but not limited to real estate transactions, interlocal agreements, labor agreements, professional services agreements, and service or product procurement contracts
