Disputed special counsel appointment and Brillian litigation
Summary
The council majority hired Archer & Greiner in April to represent it in litigation; the mayor says the hire was unlawful and won't be paid. A 4-3 vote authorized the firm to enter the Brillian lawsuit, and Ciccozzi promised a court challenge.
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Last discussed Jul 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Mayor contends the firm will not be paid from township funds; actual exposure unresolved pending litigation.
The council majority that retained its own counsel.
Taxpayer funds could be at issue if the retention is litigated; the mayor was excluded from the process.
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