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Attorney
Services provided by the City Attorney to other City departments include:
- Annexation of Land Bonds and Financing
- Collection of Monies Owed the City
- Condemnation of Land
- Preparation of Contracts
- Zoning Matters
- Assists City officials and staff by providing legal services and advice pertaining to city business and issues Prosecutes violations of Springfield City Ordinances before the municipal court
- Represents the city in all legal matters, including all trial and appellate courts
- Represents the city on matters that involve state and federal legislation
- Conducts outreach efforts that include seminars on shoplifting enforcement and DWI mock trials for area students Represents the city to most boards and agencies
- Legal Counsel to Board
Department Fast Facts
- Employs about 20 people
- Has an annual budget of about $2 million, or 2% of the General Fund budget
- Provides legal advice to volunteer boards