Consent-Law & Justice Services # 42.
Board of Supervisors
District Attorney
- Meeting Date:
- 08/30/2022
- Brief Title
- Aqua Terra Aeris Law Group FY22/23 Agreement
From:
Jeff Reisig, District Attorney, District Attorney's Office
Staff Contact:
Nikki Abaurrea, Chief Fiscal Admin Officer, District Attorney's Office, x4505
Supervisorial District Impact:
Subject
Approve agreement with Aqua Terra Aeris Law Group in the amount of $360,000 for assistance with the Consumer Fraud/Environmental Protection Division's cases during 2022-23; and authorize the Yolo County District Attorney to sign the agreement on behalf of Yolo County. (No general fund impact) (Reisig/Abaurrea)
Recommended Action
- Approve agreement with Aqua Terra Aeris Law Group in the amount of $360,000 for FY 2022-23; and
- Authorize the District Attorney, on behalf of Yolo County, to sign the agreement with Aqua Terra Aeris Law Group.
Strategic Plan Goal(s)
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Safe Communities |
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Sustainable Environment |
Reason for Recommended Action/Background
The District Attorney's Office Consumer Fraud/Environmental Protection Division entered into a contract with Aqua Terra Aeris Law Group in fiscal year 2018-19. At that time, Aqua Terra Aeris was providing assistance with larger cases as the unit was very short-handed.
This unit has continued to grow over the years, but it is essential to continue the agreement with Aqua Terra Aeris for fiscal year 2022-23. Many of the cases Aqua Terra Aeris have been assisting on are still open and with their expert knowledge and time spent on these cases, it is necessary for them to remain involved until the case has concluded. Handing these cases over to another attorney, who is not familiar with these cases, could negatively affect the outcome.
This unit has continued to grow over the years, but it is essential to continue the agreement with Aqua Terra Aeris for fiscal year 2022-23. Many of the cases Aqua Terra Aeris have been assisting on are still open and with their expert knowledge and time spent on these cases, it is necessary for them to remain involved until the case has concluded. Handing these cases over to another attorney, who is not familiar with these cases, could negatively affect the outcome.
Collaborations (including Board advisory groups and external partner agencies)
County Counsel has reviewed and signed the agreement with Aqua Terra Aeris Law Group.
Competitive Bid Process/Vendor Performance
No competitive bid
Fiscal Impact
No Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact (Expenditure)
- Total cost of recommended action:
- $ 360,000
- Amount budgeted for expenditure:
- $ 360,000
- Additional expenditure authority needed:
- $ 0
- One-time commitment:
- Yes
Source of Funds for this Expenditure
- General Fund
- $0
- Special Revenue Funds
- $360,000
Further explanation as needed:
Renewal of this agreement was anticipated when building the District Attorney's FY2022-23 budget. Appropriations were included and approved with the recommended budget June 14, 2022.
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | Laura Liddicoet | 08/17/2022 02:18 PM |
| County Counsel | Hope Welton | 08/17/2022 02:23 PM |
- Form Started By:
- Nikki Abaurrea
- Started On:
- 08/15/2022 01:11 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 08/17/2022