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ADMINISTRATION
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Requested Action(s)
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a) AGREEMENT - Request approval and authorization for the Chairman to sign the Novation Agreement between Leo Barone and Kenneth Miller for the purpose of performing the balance of services specified in Misc. Agreement No. 2024-027, effective 1/1/25 through 12/31/25 (Subject to receipt of insurance documentation)
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Financial Impact:
Public Defender, budget unit 2026-53230, is sufficient for the services that are a County responsibility.
Background Information:
The County is legally obligated to provide public defender services for indigent criminal defendants and certain other persons appearing in the Tehama County Courts.
The Superior Court has recently been informed by Leo Barone, Attorney at Law, of his intention to retire, as early as December 31, 2024. In response, Kenneth A. Miller, Attorney at Law, has expressed his interest in assuming the responsibilities outlined in Mr. Barone’s current agreement, effective from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025. All other terms and conditions of Misc. Agreement 2024-027 remain in full force and effect. The agreement presented to the Board today is designed to ensure a seamless transition for the Courts, the County, and clients, thereby preventing any disruption in legal representation.