01/25/2011 Resolutions 2011-23RESOLUTION 2011-23
WHEREAS, Ameritas consents to Baird Holm LLP representing the City in connection
with its Bond Issues and that Baird Holm LLP will not be representing the interests of
Ameritas in the City's Bond Issues; and
WHEREAS, Ameritas understands that Baird Holm LLP will not be able to share any
confidential information it might obtain in connection with the City's Bond Issues without the
consent of the City; and
WHEREAS, In the event of litigation or a contentious dispute between Ameritas and
the City in connection with any of the City's Bond Issues, Baird Holm LLP would not
represent any party in such dispute; and
WHEREAS, In the event of such contentious dispute or litigation, Baird Holm LLP would
withdraw as counsel for the City with respect to such matter; and
WHEREAS, Leading up to, during and after Baird Holm's representation of the City in
connection with the City's Bond Issues, (1) Baird Holm LLP may continue to represent Ameritas
on matters unrelated to the City and the City's Bond Issues, and (2) Baird Holm LLP may
represent the City on matters unrelated to the City's Bond Issues; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that:
The attached letter accurately sets forth the understanding among Baird Holm LLP,
Amiertas and the City of Grand Island and our consent to and waiver of Baird Holm LLP's
representation. The Mayor is so authorized to sign the Consent and Waiver document.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 25, 2011.
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Mayor
Attest:
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form o
January 24, 2011 A City Attorney