HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 3409-09-2006A Resolution
NO 3409-09-2006
A Resolution for the Employment of Charles Gunter with the law firm of Whitaker,
Chalk, Swindle and Sawyer, L L P as Outside Legal Counsel Concerning the Federal
Trademark Registration of the Fort Worth Herd & Design Service Mark
WHEREAS, the Ctty of Fort Worth periodically requires legal advice
regarding the copyrtghhng and federal registration of creations and work
products of the Crty•
WHEREAS, there is a specific need to protect the City's interest in the federal
trademark regtstratton of the Fort Worth Herd & Design Mark, and
WHEREAS, the law firm of Whitaker Chalk, Swindle & Sawyer L.L.P has expertise
to the field of copyright law
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FORT WORTH.
1
That the engagement of Charles Gunter with the law firm of Whitaker Chalk, Swindle &
Sawyer L.L.P as outside legal counsel be confirmed pursuant to Chapter VI, Section 3 of the
City Charter to order to provide legal consultation to the Ctty Attorney's Office concerning the
federal trademark registration of the Fort Worth Herd & Design Mark.
2
That the City be authorized to compensate Whitaker Chalk, Swindle & Sawyer L.L.P in
an am unt''not;--to- exceed $1 000
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Int. Cl.. 35
Prior U.S. Cls.. 200, 101, and 102
Reg. No. 2,4fl4,8fl8
United States Patent and Trademark Uffice Regiscered Nov. ~a, 2000
SERVICE MARK
PRIIVCIPAL REGISTER
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CITY OF FORT WORTH. IHE (INCAS HOM&RUtS NO CLAIM IS MADH 'I'O r1H& BXCLUSIVB RI(iEiT'
MUNICIPAL CORPORATION) TO USE 'FORT WORTH" APART FROM THH
]000 THROCKMORT'ON SIRHET' MARIC AS SHOWN.
FORT WORTH, TX 76102 THH D>;SI(3N CONSISTS OF A FANCIFUL. RSP-
RESENTATiON OF A CATTLE BRAND COM-
FORT PROMOTING T}]E ECONOMIC DBVHLOP- PRISIIJO ~~ LE7T'8R ,W,~ IAt COMBINATION
MFJVT IN FORT WORTH OF TOURISM, CULTURE, ~~ A BACKWARDS F"
ANA CRAFTS, IN CLASS 3S (CI..S.. CLS.. 100, t01 SN 7537,100, FII.ED 2-]f}-1999
AND 102)
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City of Fort Worth, Texes
Mayor and Council Communication
COUNCIL ACTION Approved on 9/12/2006 Resolution No 3409-09-2006
DATE. Tuesday September 12 2006
LOG NAME 12HERD&DESIGN REFERENCE NO **G-15388
RECOMMENDATION
1t is recommended that the City Council
1 Authorize the City Manager to retain Charles Gunter with the law firm of Whitaker Chalk, Swindle and
Sawyer L.L.P as outside counsel pursuant to Chapter VI Section 3 of the City Charter in order to provide
legal consultation to the City Attorney's Office concerning the federal trademark registration of the Fort
Worth Herd & Design Service Mark; and
2. Adopt the attached resolution designating in advance as far as practicable that the amount to be paid
to Whitaker Chalk, Swindle and Sawyer will not exceed $1 000
DISCUSSION
The City of Fort Worth retained the services of Charles Gunter to register the mark of the Fort Worth Herd
logo and design as shown in Attachment A which registration was received on November 14 2000
Between the fifth and sixth year after the date of when a registration mark is issued a Declaration of Use
must be filed in the U S Patent and Trademark Office to maintain registration if the mark is in use at the
time This Declaration is due November 14 2006 The symbol remains to be used by the City for the
identification of the Fort Worth Herd for promoting economic development in Fort Worth tourism culture and
crafts. The Parks and Community Services Department recommends the continued registration of the
service mark.
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION
The Finance Director certifies that funds are available in the current operating budget, as appropriated of
the Bed Tax and Culture and Tourism Fund
TO Fund/AccountlCenters FROM FundOAccount/Centers
GG01 539120 0240700 1 000.00
Submitted for City Manager's Office by. Christa Lopez (8984)
Originating Department Head. David Yett (7623)
Additional Information Contact: Harold Pitchford (871-5728)
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