City's Legal Counsel
The office of the City Attorney serves as chief legal adviser to the
City Council and the
City Manager. The City Attorney serves as general counsel to the City and advises City officers, boards, commissions, and departments.
Responsibilities
Duties of the office include:
- Preparation of ordinances
- Drafting and review of contracts
- Coordination of outside counsel
- Prosecution of municipal code violations
- The office cannot give legal advice or provide legal representation to private citizens.