The Firehouse Lawyer Newsletter

Results for newsletters with the topic “Contracts with Indian Tribes

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This issue discusses the use of personal electronic devices, and what impacts that may have under the Public Records Act. This issue also addresses contracts with Indian Tribes, pro-rationing and "ultra vires" actions of joint boards. 12-0320149v12n03sep2014.pdf
Today we discuss the concept of a "jar of muddy water" when negotiation contracts; we also discuss very important legislative changes for 2017; we then consider an alternative revenue source we call the 450 Tax, which could generate substantial revenue for fire departments; finally, we have our monthly Safety Bill. 15-0420174April2017FINAL.pdf
This issue addresses negotiations with Tribes on fire protection contracts, and how the withdrawal statutes may impact them; we also discuss an important case involving "serial meetings" under the Open Public Meetings Act. 18-0920209September2020FINAL.pdf
This issue considers a recent court case filed by a Native American Tribe against a Washington State Regional Fire Authority and the issues it presents; we also discuss issues surrounding the formation of commissioner associations, and a change in the standard for "undue hardship" in religious discrimination cases. 21-0720237July2023.pdf
This issue discusses the interests of Native American Tribes vis-a-vis the State/local governments, as measured by precedent of the US Supreme Court. We also discuss tax increment financing. 21-0920239September2023FINAL.pdf
Today we consider some cases from the United States Supreme Court and discuss their relevance to public agencies. We also consider GEMT issues, and litigation involving Native American Tribes, the Public Records Act, and religious discrimination. 22-0719977July2024FINAL.pdf
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