Chapter 2.12
CITY ATTORNEY
Sections:
2.12.010 Appointment of city attorney.
2.12.040 Compensation of attorney.
2.12.010 Appointment of city attorney.
The mayor shall appoint, subject to confirmation by a majority of the city council, a person, or persons, to serve as city attorney. The person or persons appointed may serve under a contractual relationship. (Ord. 622 § 1, 1998)
2.12.020 Qualifications.
Any person appointed pursuant to this chapter should be an attorney at law admitted to practice in the state. (Ord. 622 § 2, 1998)
2.12.030 Duties.
A. The city attorney shall advise the mayor, city council and city staff on all legal matters pertaining to the business of the city and approve all ordinances as to form. He or she shall represent the city in all actions brought by or against the city or against city officials in their official capacities.
B. In addition to the duties prescribed by the laws of the state, the city attorney shall:
1. Attend meetings upon request by mayor;
2. Prepare or review and analyzes documents, plans, policies, contracts, rules, deeds, resolutions, and ordinances upon request;
3. Prepare or review other legal instruments and documents, which may be necessary or appropriate in connection with any of the lawful purposes or functions of the city;
4. Represent the city in legal proceedings, advise in the handling of claims against the city, and other legal functions required by the city;
5. Bring suit on behalf of the city when directed to do so by the mayor. (Ord. 622 § 3, 1998)
2.12.040 Compensation of attorney.
Payment to be made to an attorney appointed to represent the city shall be provided as provided in personal services contract under which the attorney is employed. (Ord. 622 § 4, 1998)