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CityCouncil | 2005-05-12 | 6 | to go through the courts; that she hopes that the Council would not get into said situation. Councilmember Daysog stated that the vote might take the Council to unintended destinations. Vice Mayor Gilmore concurred with Councilmember Daysog but stated the matter could be discussed in closed session. Mayor Johnson stated that the Council has complete control. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the language should be clarified to: "advising and/or representing the City Council. " Mayor Johnson suggested the language in the scope remain as is, except for the addition of "as directed by the Council" at the end. Councilmember Daysog inquired what would fall within "additional matters" in the scope of engagement. Mr. Hartinger responded "additional matters" is a catchall phrase if the Council requested him to do something else. Councilmember deHaan stated the Agreement would not have to be reopened to have Mr. Hartinger do something else. Vice Mayor Gilmore seconded the modified motion [to approve the Agreement, with modifications to remove the retainer and late payment provisions], which carried by the following voice vote: Ayes : Councilmembers deHaan and Gilmore, and Mayor Johnson - 3. Noes : Councilmember Daysog - 1. [Absent Councilmember Matarrese - 1. ] The Assistant City Attorney stated that the City Attorney hires all attorneys under the City Charter the City Attorney is hiring the outside attorney to advise the Council regarding interpretation of her contract. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the Council is authorizing the City Attorney to sign the Agreement as discussed and whether the outside attorney would work for the Council. The Assistant City Attorney responded that the outside attorney would not work for the Council; the City Attorney controls all legal counsel under the City Charter; the City Attorney is on the hook for the legal advice given. Special Meeting Alameda City Council 6 May 12, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-05-12.pdf |