Minutes - Council Work Session - 05/07/2013

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Councilmember Backous stated the prosecuting attorney needs a good working relationship with the Police Department but with the civil side, he felt it was sometimes good to get a fresh pair of eyes. Mayor Strommen stated if a change is made, she would support recognizing Mr. Goodrich for his years of service to the City. City Administrator Ulrich stated if there is a change, there will be a transitional cost and, hopefully, efficiencies over time. He stated staff can work through a change, noting the City is currently short staffed but he has transitioned with other attorneys and if it is a larger firm, they will be well prepared to handle the City's business. Development Services Manager Gladhill stated community development can work through transition periods and challenges that go along with it, and it will be handled appropriately. Councilmember LeTourneau asked if the Randall, Goodrich & Haag bid will be changed if they get only half of the business. City Administrator Ulrich stated it should stay about the same, noting it is comparable with the others. Councilmember Riley stated Randall, Goodrich & Haag submitted the high bid by $2,000 so it may not change. Police Chief Way noted the City does not currently pay Randall, Goodrich & Haag additionally for forfeitures. City Administrator Ulrich stated a three -year contract would be typical for a new firm. The consensus of the Council was to use Randall, Goodrich & Haag for criminal prosecution and direct staff to further vet and request retainer proposals from Couri & Ruppe and Ratwik, Roszak & Maloney. 3. FUTURE TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION Councilmember Backous asked staff to schedule a Work Session discussion on whether the City Attorney needs to attend every Council meeting. 4. MAYOR / COUNCIL / STAFF INPUT None 5. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Strommen adjourned the Work Session of the City Council at 9:14 p.m. City Council Work Session / May 7, 2013 Page 22 of 23