Report Prepared by: Deneen Proctor, Director of Support Services
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SUBJECT: Agreement for Special Services with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore.
REPORT IN BRIEF
Authorizes an agreement for employment relations services with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving an agreement for special services with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore in an amount not to exceed $60,000 for labor relations services.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve as recommended by staff; or,
2. Approve, subject to modification as conditioned by City Council; or,
3. Refer to staff for reconsideration of specific items; or,
4. Deny.
AUTHORITY
Charter of the City of Merced, Section 200 et. Seq.
Services with an estimated value greater than $28,000 are made by written contract in accordance with Merced Municipal Code, Title 3 - Revenue and Finance, Chapter 3.04.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
As provided for in the 2016-2017 adopted budget.
DISCUSSION
The City has five represented bargaining units and four unrepresented groups. The City has had to deal with personnel matters in most of these groups and to be able to ensure compliance with all laws, rules, and regulations it is important to have legal counsel available to advise City staff. When possible, staff handles the issues internally, however when situations are more complex, outside legal counsel can provide their expertise to resolve the matter for the best outcome.
IMPACT ON CITY RESOURCES
No appropriation of Funds needed.
ATTACHMENTS
1. LCW Agreement