HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 3108A Resolution
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No.
AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO RETAIN TOM HILL TO REPRESENT THE ETHICS REVIEW
COMMITTEE REGARDING THE ETHICS COMPLAINTS O4-001, 04-002, AND 04-003.
WHEREAS, On June 15 2004 ethics complaints 04-001 04-002, and 04-003 were filed with the
City Secretary with regard to a site visit to an out-of--state Cabela's sporting goods facility
WHEREAS, Under Section 2 245 of the Ethics Code, when complaints are filed related to the
Mayor and City Councilmembers, independent counsel shall be selected by the Committee to advise the
Committee and participate m the hearings.
WHEREAS, the City Council believes that the City will benefit by receiving professional
guidance and advice regarding responding to the ethics complaints.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FORT WORTH, TEXAS:
That the City is hereby authorized to retain Tom Hill for the provision of professional services
related to Ethics complaints 04-001 04-002 and 04-003 as outside counsel pursuant to Section 2
245 of the Ethics Code, of the City Charter to advise the Ethics Committee m handling of any legal
questions or proceedings related to Ethics complaints 04-001 04-002 and 04-003
2. That, as far as practicable, the compensation to be paid to Tom Hill shall not exceed an aggregate
of $25,000
AND IT IS SO RESOLVED.
Adopted this ~~~~ day of S , 2004
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