Title
Authorization for City Attorney to file claims for bankruptcy
Body
SUMMARY: City Attorney Randy York informed Council at the previous week’s Work Session that upon occasion, the City Clerk's office receives notices of bankruptcy and the City is listed as a creditor. Most of the notices involve a utility bill in a small amount or tax payment. Recently, one in the amount of $17,000 has been received. He stated he will obviously file claim for this, but asked for direction on Council for a dollar amount to pursue on future notices.
The Council members agreed that $1,000 be the threshold for filing a bankruptcy claim.
BUDGET ACCOUNT:
Recommended Action
NECESSARY COUNCIL ACTION: authorize the City Attorney to file claims for bankruptcy for claims over $1,000