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2007-384-Minutes for Meeting February 07,2007 Recorded 3/29/2007COUNTY NANCYUBLANKENSHIP,F000NTY CLERKOS CJ 200~~~~4 COMMISSIONERS' JOURNAL 0312912007 04:23:20 PM IIIIIIII II~IIIIIIIIIIIIIII II III 2007-384 Do not remove this page from original document. Deschutes County Clerk Certificate Page If this instrument is being re-recorded, please complete the following statement, in accordance with ORS 205.244: Re-recorded to correct [give reason] previously recorded in Book or as Fee Number and Page { Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Bend, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org MINUTES OF BUSINESS MEETING DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2007 Commissioners' Hearing Room - Administration Building - 1300 NW Wall St., Bend Present were Commissioners Michael M. Daly, Dennis R. Luke and Tammy Baney. Also present were Dave Kanner, County Administrator; Tom Blust and George Kolb, Road Department; Mark Pilliod and Laurie Craghead; Dan Peddycord, Health Department; Dan Despotopulos, Fair & Expo Center; Tom Anderson and Will Groves, Community Development Department; media representatives Jeff Mullins of KBND Radio; Charlene Lee from News Channel 21, and Keith Chu of The Bulletin; and ten other citizens. Chair Daly opened the meeting at 10: 00 a.m. 1. Before the Board was Citizen Input. Commissioner Luke advised that Denny Maloney passed away last evening due to a medical condition, and will be greatly missed by the community. 2. Before the Board was a Presentation and Update of Activities of the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council. This item was postponed until the Wednesday, February 14 Board meeting. 3. Before the Board was Consideration of Signature of Document No. 2007- 060, an Acceptance Deed for the Nelson Road Dedication from the City of Bend. George Kolb explained the item, which relates to a road near the Bend Airport. All documents are in order. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 1 of 10 Pages LUKE: Move approval. BANEY: Second. VOTE: BANEY: Yes. LUKE: Yes. DALY: Chair votes yes. 4. Before the Board was Consideration of Signature of Document No. 2007- 058, a Lease Agreement with 4-H Leaders' Association regarding Property Located at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center. Dan Despotopulos, Fair & Expo Center, and Steve Fitzgerald and Dave White of 4-H, came before the Board. Mr. White gave an overview of the item. This project will provide a fundraiser for 4-H and will give young people a place to stay active. It is gated and access is limited. It has been operational since November and there have been no problems with trespassing thus far. Insurance has been provided for this kind of activity. Dan Despotopulos added that there are so many activities at the Expo Center there is almost always someone there; and the property is visible from the office as well. Risk Management and Legal Counsel have already reviewed and approved the agreement. BANEY: Move approval. LUKE: Second. VOTE: BANEY: Yes. LUKE: Yes. DALY: Chair votes yes. 5. Before the Board was Consideration of Signature of Revised By-Laws for the Public Health Advisory Committee. Dave Kanner said that the Board had reviewed these previously, and Legal Counsel has made a few minor changes. Dan Peddycord explained that a substantive change was the addition of Article 4, that the meetings are open to the public. Other changes are housekeeping in nature. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 2 of 10 Pages Commissioner Luke asked about the terms indicated in the document, specifically the Chair and Vice Chair. Mark Pilliod said this change was recommended, making the Vice Chair eligible for the Chair position. Mr. Peddycord added that it is always a struggle to get volunteers for these positions and it would be logical for the Vice Chair to be elected to the Chair position. The intent was to maintain consistent leadership in the group. Commissioner Baney expressed concern about the assumption that could be made regarding the Vice Chair expecting to step into the Chair position. Mr. Pilliod said that the rewording indicates that the Vice Chair would be eligible but not automatically appointed. Mr. Peddycord suggested that the wording be eliminated so that there is no expectation for any of the officers to automatically be appointed. Commissioner Luke also said the document should show that when a replacement steps into a vacated position, the person would just be fulfilling the term of that position. Commissioner Baney asked about meetings being open to the public, and the fact that the Health Director would be a non-voting member of the executive committee. Commissioner Luke said that the clause relating to the executive board making decisions for the rest of the membership could be a problem for some of the members. Mr. Peddycord replied that this has not been a problem thus far. This item will be on the Wednesday, February 14 meeting agenda for approval of the final document. 6. Before the Board was Consideration of County Administrator's Signature of Document No. 2007-068, a Space Lease Agreement with the Meth Action Coalition. Hillary Saraceno said that the Commission on Children & Families has a small space available, and the director for the Meth Action Coalition has asked to use the space. The position is 3/a time paid position to coordinate the work of the group. The person will be there only during regular working hours. The small lease fee will cover costs of materials, supplies and the building. Funding comes from donations and grants. Commissioner Baney added that the group also addresses not only meth problems but other prevention programs. She said she is on the Coalition and because of this will not be signing the document. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 3 of 10 Pages LUKE: Move approval. DALY: Second. VOTE: BANEY: Abstain. LUKE: Yes. DALY: Chair votes yes. 7. Before the Board was Consideration of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2007-009, Amending Deschutes County Code Chapter 2.04 to Provide a Process for Filling Board Vacancies in the Event of a Tie Vote. Mark Pilliod gave a brief overview of the item. The incumbent Board members must fill a vacancy on the Board, and this Ordinance will address a situation wherein the two remaining Board members cannot agree on a replacement. The Clerk will flip a coin to break the tie vote. The Party will continue with providing applicants for the position. If the person is an independent, a public solicitation will be used. There is a provision in State law for someone to take the role of the Clerk if needed. Commissioner Baney stated that the State law is clear on the time constraint and when a decision must be made. Mr. Pilliod indicated the appointment needs to be done within thirty days; but it is not clear on what happens after that time if the appointment does not occur. It is assumed that the position will not be filled at all if this happens. This should be clarified by statute but it remains vague. Commissioner Baney asked about the last sentence and its ambiguity. Mr. Pilliod said that the rewording would clarify the action to be taken by the remaining Board members. Dave Kanner stated that the nominees submitted by the Central Committee are advisory, but the Board can select anyone. Commissioner Luke disagreed that this is how Statute reads. Mr. Pilliod said that the Ordinance before the Board does not relate to this issue. Mr. Kanner added that this has garnered a lot of media attention, but there is precedence for this in a variety of laws, including city charters. This is not unusual. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 4 of 10 Pages Dennis Tooley, a citizen, said he agrees with some of the concerns mentioned. He is a strong believer in the governing process, but is concerned about flipping a coin in lieu of having the electorate choose the person. This dismisses the voice of the people, and flies in the face of what founding fathers intended. This subverts the system and takes the citizenry out of the process. A system is set up now where each party has a central committee that votes and submits the three to five names. He said there could be a deadlock in any case. Up to 180 delegates are elected by voters in their precincts. That particular vote garnered ten names, nine of whom showed up, and the committee went through the process to narrow the choices to three. He suggested taking a hard look at going back to the choices of the committee and selecting the top choice. Flipping a coin is cute but doesn't involve the taxpayers and voters. Mark Pilliod checked the Statute, Chapter 236.217, and advised that the Statute says the appointment must be made from the nominations unless fewer than three names are furnished. At that point the Commissioners would have some flexibility as to who is appointed. Commissioner Luke stated that the thirty day clause needs to be clarified. Otherwise he is satisfied. Mr. Pilliod stated that Chapter 236.215 says the position must be filled within 30 days. The nominations need to be submitted within 20 days. Commissioner Baney said it is awkward but that a firm timeline is important and, if needed, the coin flip should occur on the 30th day. Chair Daly asked if there was some reason a choice is not made, can it be made later than the 30th day. Mr. Pilliod replied that Statute is unclear but it appears the deadline would be thirty days; it does not go further as to what would happen at that point. The assumption could be that the Board would continue until the next election with just two Commissioners. Commissioner Baney stated that she feels the decision should be made on the 30th day rather than delay it for some emergency reason. Dennis Tooley asked why the first choice of the committee would not be selected instead of using a coin toss. Commissioner Luke said that ballot counting is highly regulated, and the group is supposed to nominate only. If the ranking were the deciding factor, then the committee is making the decision rather than the Commissioners. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 5 of 10 Pages Commissioner Baney added that sometimes this comes down to personalities, and there were three very qualified candidates. It is the responsibility of the Commissioners to make that decision, and there are too many politics in a central committee for them to take this over. The hope is it will never happen again. Commissioner Daly said that he had recommended it go back to the central committee at the time, but Commissioner Luke disagreed, so it would not have happened in any case. In the selection of the replacement Representative, there was also disagreement. The coin toss, although not perfect, is the least political way to go. This process can always be changed by future Commissioners. Commissioner Luke suggested that the selection process shall be concluded within 30 days; and extended to 14 days in an emergency; or, just the coin flip on the 30th day. Commissioner Daly prefers to allow for an emergency. Commissioner Baney feels the 14 day clause is not necessary; it can be extended at the time regardless because Statute does not specify what would happen next. LUKE: Amend Ordinance last line, section 1, be concluded within thirty days. If the Commission so votes, the time frame can be extended for fourteen days. The motion died from lack of a second. Chair Daly asked that the Commissioners write down what changes they would prefer, and this Ordinance will be addressed again at the Wednesday, February 14 Board meeting. 8. Before the Board was Consideration of Chair Signature of Document No. 2007-067, an Intergovernmental Agreement with King County Directors Association regarding an Equipment Lease. Doris Kobernick of Community Development explained the reason for the agreement. A price break for various items is available by the County becoming a member of the King County Directors Association. This one lease will save the department at least $3,000. There are no fees to be involved. Other county departments can utilize this program as well. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 6 of 10 Pages Laurie Craghead commended Ms. Kobernick's work on this issue. There is a small transaction fee. This is equivalent to buying through the State, and is provided for in Administrative Rules. Other counties and other public entities are a part of this group. BANEY: Move signature. LUKE: Second. VOTE: BANEY: Yes. LUKE: Yes. DALY: Chair votes yes. 9. Before the Board was a Public Hearing and Consideration of Signature of Order No. 2007-055, Approving the Kaczmarek Annexation into Beaver Special Road District. Laurie Craghead gave a brief overview of the item, which annexes six properties into the District. The legal descriptions of the properties have been corrected as needed, as has information regarding the boundaries of the District. The County cartographer has verbally approved the legal descriptions, and the cartographer for the Department of Revenue has approved. It is consistent with the comprehensive plan. The other property owners have agreed to the annexation. There are several properties owned by the U.S. Forest Service that are not contained within the District. Commissioner Daly opened the public hearing. The chief petitioner, Joseph Kaczmarek, said that the community wants to improve Foster Road, and in this way all of the property owners can share in the cost of improving and maintaining the road. Bob Dryden, the Chair of Beaver Road District, pointed out the properties and the road on a map. No other testimony was offered. BANEY: Move signature of Order No. 2007-055. LUKE: Second. VOTE: BANEY: Yes. LUKE: Yes. DALY: Chair votes yes. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 7 of 10 Pages 10. Before the Board was Consideration of Signature of Document No. 2007- 069, an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of La Pine regarding the Administration of Land Use Applications. This item was removed from the agenda, as the La Pine City Council would not adopt it as written. No continuance date has been established. 11. Before the Board was Consideration of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2007-006, Text Amendments regarding the Rural Commercial Zone. Action had already been taken on this item at the Monday, February S Board meeting. 12. Before the Board was Consideration of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2007-007, Map and Text Amendments regarding the Rural Commercial Zone. Action had already been taken on this item at the Monday, February S Board meeting. CONVENED AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE 9-1-1 COUNTY SERVICE DISTRICT 13. Before the Board was Consideration of Approval of Weekly Accounts Payable Vouchers for the 9-1-1 County Service District in the Amount of $31,276.77. LUKE: Move approval, subject to review. BANEY: Second. VOTE: BANEY: Yes. LUKE: Yes. DALY: Chair votes yes. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 8 of 10 Pages CONVENED AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE EXTENSION/4-11 COUNTY SERVICE DISTRICT 14. Before the Board was Consideration of Approval of Weekly Accounts Payable Vouchers for the Extension/4-11 County Service District in the Amount of $944.85. LUKE: Move approval, subject to review. BANEY: Second. VOTE: BANEY: Yes. LUKE: Yes. DALY: Chair votes yes. RECONVENED AS THE DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 15. Before the Board was Consideration of Approval of Weekly Accounts Payable Vouchers for Deschutes County in the Amount of $391,138.77. LUKE: Move approval, subject to review. BANEY: Second. VOTE: BANEY: Yes. LUKE: Yes. DALY: Chair votes yes. 16. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA A. Before the Board was Consideration of Chair Signature of an Oregon Liquor Control Commission License Application for R & B Mini-Mart, Redmond. Commissioner Daly recommended that the application be forwarded on to the OLCC without a Board recommendation since the Sheriff's Office recommended against approving the application. The OLCC makes the final decision in any case. LUKE: Move that the Board not make a recommendation for this application. BANEY: Second. Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 9 of 10 Pages VOTE: BANEY: Yes. LUKE: Yes. DALY: Chair votes yes. B. Before the Board was a Public Hearing (continued from January 31) and Consideration of First and Second Readings and Adoption, by Emergency, of Ordinance No. 2007-004, Clarifying Board Meeting Scheduling and Establishing Consistency Terminology. Ms. Craghead said the Board had previously had questions about the appointment of the Vice Chair and the lines of succession process to be followed in an emergency situation. No testimony was offered. The hearing was continued to Wednesday, February 14. Being no further items to come before the Board, Chair Daly adjourned the meeting at 11:45 a. m. DATED this 7th Day of February 2007 for the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners. ATTEST: Recording Secretary Dennis R. Luke, Vice Chair Tammy iym~y,- Com is Toner Minutes of Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 10 of 10 Pages IF YOU WISH TO TESTIFY Please complete this card & turn it in-to a County staff person. Name: (`~er~tn i S o Mailing Address: 914/yD Avkv ~tJ,'llc~. 1 o, Phone Sa5/_~t 23 E-mail Address:. Date: ©„2_ -7 p Subject: Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Bend, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.ora BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2007 Commissioners' Hearing Room - Administration Building 1300 NW Wall St., Bend 1. CITIZEN INPUT This is the time provided for individuals wishing to address the Board regarding issues that are not already on the agenda. Visitors who wish to speak should sign up prior to the beginning of the meeting on the sign-up sheet provided. Please use the microphone and also state your name and address at the time the Board calls on you to speak. 2. A PRESENTATION and Update of Activities of the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council - Ryan Houston 3. CONSIDERATION of Signature of Document No. 2007-060, an Acceptance Deed for the Nelson Road Dedication from the City of Bend - George Kolb, Road Department 4. CONSIDERATION of Signature of Document No. 2007-058, a Lease Agreement with 4-H Leaders' Association regarding Property Located at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center - Dan Despotopulos, Fair & Expo; Dave White and Steve Fitzgerald, 4-H 5. CONSIDERATION of Signature of Revised By-Laws for the Public Health Advisory Committee - Dan Peddycord, Health Department 6. CONSIDERATION of County Administrator's Signature of Document No. 2007-068, a Space Lease Agreement with the Meth Action Coalition - Hillary Saraceno, Commission on Children & Families Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 1 of 6 Pages 7. CONSIDERATION of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2007-009, Amending Deschutes County Code Chapter 2.04 to Provide a Process for Filling Board Vacancies in the Event of a Tie Vote - Mark Pilliod, Legal Counsel 8. CONSIDERATION of Chair Signature of Document No. 2007-067, an Intergovernmental Agreement with King County Director's Association regarding an Equipment Lease - Tom Anderson, Community Development Department 9. A PUBLIC HEARING and Consideration of Signature of Order No. 2007- 055, Approving the Kaczmarek Annexation into Beaver Special Road District - Laurie Craghead, Legal Counsel 10. CONSIDERATION of Signature of Document No. 2007-069, an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of La Pine regarding the Administration of Land Use Applications - Tom Anderson, Community Development Department 11. CONSIDERATION of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2007-006, Text Amendments regarding the Rural Commercial Zone - Will Groves, Community Development Department 12. CONSIDERATION of First Reading of Ordinance No. 2007-007, Map and Text Amendments regarding the Rural Commercial Zone - Will Groves, Community Development Department CONVENE AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE 9-1-1 COUNTY SERVICE DISTRICT 13. CONSIDERATION of Approval of Weekly Accounts Payable Vouchers for the 9-1-1 County Service District CONVENE AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE EXTENSION/4-11 COUNTY SERVICE DISTRICT 14. CONSIDERATION of Approval of Weekly Accounts Payable Vouchers for the Extension/4-11 County Service District Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 2 of 6 Pages RECONVENE AS THE DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 15. CONSIDERATION of Approval of Weekly Accounts Payable Vouchers for Deschutes County 16. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Deschutes County meeting locations are wheelchair accessible. Deschutes County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. For deaf, hearing impaired or speech disabled, dial 7-1-1 to access the state transfer relay service for TTY. Please call (541) 388-6571 regarding alternative formats or for further information. FUTURE MEETINGS: (Please note: Meeting dates and times are subject to change. All meetings take place in the Board of Commissioners' meeting rooms at 1300 NW Wall St., Bend, unless otherwise indicated. Ifyou have questions regarding a meeting, please call 388-6572) Monday, February 5, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board Land Use Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) 3:30 p.m. Regular Meeting of LPSCC (Local Public Safety Coordinating Council) Wednesday, February 7, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Thursday, February 8, 2007 8:30 a.m. Fair Board Interviews 1:00 P.M. Commission on Children & Families' Board of Directors - Interviews Tuesday, February 13, 2007 9:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting - Measure 37 Claims Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 3 of 6 Pages Wednesday, February 14, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 11:15 a.m. Legislative Update Conference Call 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Thursday, February 15, 2007 7:00 a.m. Bend Chamber of Commerce Legislative Policy Council Meeting, at County 5:30 p.m. Sisters Chamber of Commerce Annual Ball Monday, February 19, 2007 Most County offices will be closed to observe Presidents' Day Tuesday, February 20, 2007 10:00 a.m. Regular Meeting of the Employee Benefits Advisory Committee 1:30 p.m. Work Session regarding Destination Resort Code Amendments 6:00 p.m. Public Hearing on Sale of Land - Proposed Biomass Plant, La Pine Wednesday, February 21, 2007 9:30 a.m. Community Fire Plan Signing, at Sunriver Library 12 noon Regularly scheduled Department Heads Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Monday, February 26, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board Land Use Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Wednesday, February 28, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 11:15 a.m. Legislative Update Conference Call 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 4 of 6 Pages Thursday, March 1, 2007 10:00 a.m. Quarterly Update - District Attorney 11:00 a.m. Quarterly Update - Community Development Department 1:30 p.m. Quarterly Update - Road Department Monday, March 5, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board Land Use Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) 3:30 p.m. Regular Meeting of LPSCC (Local Public Safety Coordinating Council) Wednesday, March 7, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Thursday, March 8, 2007 11:00 a.m. Quarterly Update - Mental Health Department 1:00 P.M. Quarterly Update - Health Department Tuesday, March 13, 2007 9:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting - Measure 37 Claims Wednesday, March 14, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 11:15 a.m. Legislative Update Conference Call 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Thursday, March 15, 2007 7:00 a.m. Regularly Scheduled Meeting with the Redmond City Council, Council Chambers Monday, March 19, 2007 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 5 of 6 Pages Tuesday, March 20, 2007 10:00 a.m. Regular Meeting of the Employee Benefits Advisory Committee Wednesday, March 21, 2007 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Monday, March 26, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board Land Use Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Wednesday, March 28, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 11:15 a.m. Legislative Update Conference Call 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Monday, April 2, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board Land Use Meeting 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) 3:30 p.m. Regular Meeting of LPSCC (Local Public Safety Coordinating Council) Wednesday, April 4, 2007 10:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners' Meeting 11:15 a.m. Legislative Update Conference Call 1:30 p.m. Administrative Work Session - could include executive session(s) Thursday, April 5, 2007 8:00 a.m. Regular Meeting with the City of Sisters Council, Sisters City Hall Deschutes County meeting locations are wheelchair accessible. Deschutes County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. For deaf, hearing impaired or speech disabled, dial 7-1-1 to access the state transfer relay service for TTY. Please call (541) 388-6571 regarding alternative formats or for further information. Board of Commissioners' Business Meeting Agenda Wednesday, February 7, 2007 Page 6 of 6 Pages Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200., Bend, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org ADDITION TO THE AGENDA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2007 A PUBLIC HEARING (continued from January 31) and Consideration of First and Second Readings and Adoption, by Emergency, of Ordinance No. 2007-004, Clarifying Board Meeting Scheduling and Establishing Consistency Terminology - Laurie Craghead, Legal Counsel