Regular Meeting (RFP Village Attorney Documentation)

Empire Village

Event Date: 2025-03-25

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Executive Summary:

1. Problem Statement:
The Village President has needed assistance from the attorney on several outstanding issues, but has not received timely responses. It is time to seek alternatives.

2. Consideration:
A short RFP draft has been attached to send to potential attorneys.

3. Recommendation for Action:
The Village Council recommends sending out the final version of the RFP to the following law firms: Olsen & Howard, Cummings, McClorey, Davis & Acho, PLC, and Bloom & Sluggett PC.

The RFP seeks proposals from attorneys or law firms for village attorney services for the Village of Empire Council and Planning Commission. The Village expects the submitted proposals to identify a lead Attorney that works on all Village matters, with the understanding that a different attorney in the same office may be used depending on the issue and the staff expertise.

The RFP provides details on the Scope of Services, Estimated Workload and Support Services, and the information that should be included in the proposal.

https://www.olsenhsward.com/
https://www.cmda-law.com/
https://www.bloomsluggett.com/

Internal document reference #:3030

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