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Appointment of Special Magistrate for City Legal Matters

Original title: RESOLUTION - APPOINTING THE LAW OFFICES OF JOHN J. HEARN, PA, AS SPECIAL MAGISTRATE FOR AN INDEFINITE TERM; PROVIDING FOR COMPENSATION; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

November 15, 2023

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The Frame

What this does

This establishes the legal representation and oversight provided by a , which impacts how city code enforcement or administrative hearings are adjudicated.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Law Offices of John J. Hearn, PA

The firm is appointed to the role of Special Magistrate and will receive compensation for their services.

City residents

Residents involved in administrative or code enforcement hearings will have their cases heard by this appointed firm.

What changed

Last recorded activity November 15, 2023.

What's next

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Summary

The City Commission has passed a to appoint the Law Offices of John J. Hearn, PA, to serve as a for the city. The appointment is for an indefinite term and includes provisions for compensation.

Key Facts

  • The Law Offices of John J. Hearn, PA, is appointed as the city's Special Magistrate.
  • The appointment is for an indefinite term.
  • The resolution includes provisions for the compensation of the appointed firm.
  • The resolution was introduced and passed during the City Commission meeting on October 30, 2023.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Special Magistrate do?
A is typically appointed to hear and decide on specific administrative or code enforcement cases on behalf of the city.
How long will this firm serve as Special Magistrate?
The appointment is for an indefinite term, meaning there is no specified end date provided in the .

Why It Matters

This establishes the legal representation and oversight provided by a , which impacts how city code enforcement or administrative hearings are adjudicated.

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Indefinite Appointment Term

The appointment is set for an indefinite term rather than a fixed contract period, which is a notable administrative structure.

Connected Entities

organizationCity CommissionThe governing body that passed the resolution.Map →
organizationLaw Offices of John J. Hearn, PAAppointed as the Special Magistrate for the city.Map →

Sources

Open source document

webapi.legistar.com

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