DATE: November 8, 2016
SUBJECT:
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE GENERAL COUNSEL TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AN AGREEMENT WITH JACKSON GILMOUR & DOBBS, PC FOR LEGAL SERVICES RELATED TO CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL MATTERS INCREASING THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT FROM $175,000 TO $375,000
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This agenda seeks Board authorization for the General Counsel to execute Amendment No. 2 to an outside counsel agreement with the law firm of Jackson Gilmour & Dobbs, PC. The amendment increases the not-to-exceed amount from $175,000 to $375,000. This firm represents the District in various matters relating to the cleanup of environmental contamination. Details regarding the specific matters for which this amendment is proposed are protected by the attorney/client and work product privileges and are discussed in a separate confidential attorney-client privileged memoranda to the Board.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Resolution authorizing the General Counsel to execute Amendment No. 2 to an agreement with Jackson Gilmour & Dobbs, PC for legal services related to certain environmental matters increasing the not-to-exceed amount from $175,000 to $375,000.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
The proposed amendment authorizes the expenditure of additional funds not-to-exceed $200,000. Funds for this amendment are available in the current FY2016-17 budget for the Office of the General Counsel.
COMPASS STRATEGIC GOALS:
This agenda item supports the following Strategic Goal(s).
* A Port that the public understands and trusts.
* A thriving and modern maritime seaport.
* A vibrant waterfront destination where residents and visitors converge.
* A Port with a healthy and sustainable bay and its environment.
* A financially sustainable Port that drives job creation and regional economic vitality.
DISCUSSION:
The Office of the General Counsel is responsible for providing legal advice and representation to the Board of Port Commissioners, the CEO and executive team, as well...
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