CITY ATTORNEY DESCRIPTION The City Attorney is the head of the Department of Law and chief legal advisor of the City Council, the City Manager, and City departments, boards, and commissions. The City Attorney’s Office institutes and defends all legal proceedings which it deems necessary and proper to protect the interests of the City of Suffolk. CITY COUNCIL TARGET AREA Civic Engagement & Responsive City Services Expanded Economic Development/Transportation
FY 23 OBJECTIVES Provide timely responses to requests for legal services. Provide training on legal issues affecting the City. Assist in the acquisition or disposition of property. Advise on matters to promote responsible land planning and development. Assist on projects to help the City expand services to citizens and attract businesses.
Public Safety
Provide legal assistance to the City on matters impacting its citizens to promote public safety, general welfare, and government efficiency.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES Requests for legal services Contract reviews Court appearances Real Estate Matters handled: Deeds Easements Closings
FY 21 Actual 2,899 164 74 10 10 7
FY 22 Projected 3,200 200 100 15 15 17
FY 23 Estimated 3,350 245 125 20 20 25
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