SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Authorize the City Attorney to retain the services of Allen, Norton, and Blue to defend the City in an employment lawsuit filed by a former employee.
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SUMMARY:
On February 13, 2024, former employee Jamie Lascko filed a lawsuit in State court against the City. Because the City has since been served with that lawsuit, and the City is required to respond promptly, the City Attorney has retained attorney Brian Koji with the law firm of Allen, Norton & Blue to represent the City in this matter. The law firm of Allen, Norton & Blue specializes in labor and employment matters, and Mr. Koji is a board-certified expert in labor and employment law. Budgeted funds are available, and the City Attorney is seeking Council’s permission to ratify the agreement.