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Report regarding a resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Redwood Public Law, LLP (Sharon Ranals, City Manager)
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RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Redwood Public Law, LLP.
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BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The City Council is hereby requested to consider and approve Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement between the City of South San Francisco/South San Francisco Successor Agency (City) and Redwood Public Law, LLP. The proposed amendment modifies the amount paid by the City for the range of legal services included in the current Professional Services Agreement.
Redwood Public Law, LLP has served as the City Attorney for the City since March 2024, with attorneys at the firm representing the City for nearly 30 years. The proposed contract amendment and proposed rate adjustments are shown in Amendment No. 2 (attached to the associated resolution as Exhibit A), and would be effective July 1, 2025.
The proposed hourly rate increases are in line with changes in inflation, City costs, and changes in compensation approved for City employees.
Funds for the changes in rates have been included in the proposed FY2025-26 budget.
CONCLUSION
Approval of this resolution will amend the agreement with Redwood Public Law, LLP for City Attorney services, effective July 1, 2025.