TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Jeffrey M. Brax, County Counsel
REPORT BY: Thomas Zeleny, Chief Deputy
SUBJECT: Agreement with Best Best & Krieger LLP
RECOMMENDATION
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County Counsel requests approval of and authorization for the Chair to sign an agreement with Best Best & Krieger LLP for a maximum of $100,000 for Fiscal Year 21-22, with two one-year renewals not to exceed an additional $100,000 per fiscal year, for specialized legal services related to the development of recreational uses and facilities at Lake Berryessa.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Best Best & Krieger is a full-service law firm of approximately 200 attorneys with a primary practice representing public agencies. County Counsel requests a new agreement with Best Best & Krieger to assist County Counsel in providing legal services related to the development of recreational uses and facilities at Lake Berryessa. The County is pursuing development of recreational opportunities pursuant to the Managing Partner Agreement with the Federal Bureau of Reclamation executed last year. The County identified a potential developer earlier this year after issuing a Request for Proposals, and is preparing to negotiate the related agreements.
FISCAL & STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
Is there a Fiscal Impact?
Yes
Is it currently budgeted?
Yes
Where is it budgeted?
County Counsel
Is it Mandatory or Discretionary?
Discretionary
Discretionary Justification:
Best Best & Krieger possesses resources and specialized expertise in the area of commercial development.
Is the general fund affected?
Yes
Future fiscal impact:
Funds will be appropriated in future years for up to 2 more years.
Consequences if not approved:
County Counsel will not have the assistance of Best Best & Krieger in preparing the agreements necessary for the development of recreational uses and facilities at Lake Berryessa.
County Strategic Plan pillar addressed:
Healthy, Safe, and Welcoming Place to Live, Work, and Visit
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ENVIRONMENTAL D...
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