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case is brought under 42 USC 1983; a fee award is available under 1988(b). Because of the tendency of challengers to "attack the whole thing," analysis of isolated portions of a sign ordinance, such as the three current issues, is of limited usefulness. If the City is oriented to problem prevention, it makes the most sense to couple the three current items with a review and analysis of the entire sign ordinance (RCMC Chapter 3, Articles II and III only). I propose to provide a review consisting of a detailed commentary which identifies points of likely attack, citations to relevant case authority, and suggestions for reducing the vulnerability. While constitutionality is the big issue, there are other issues, mostly arising from special state statutes. The analysis memo would likely run 10 to 15 pages. My fee for this review coupled with the consultation on the three current issues would be $3,500 plus $185 per hour for phone, fax or email consultation in excess of two hours. Other than standard text which I recommend for all sign ordinances, the review and commentary does not include redrafting work. If the City wishes me to make any in-person presentations, that is also at $185 per hour, with travel time at half rate; I can also do phone presentations to groups, if desired, at the same rate. I understand your office will provide me with an electronic version (MS Word or WordPerfect/Win) of the current sign ordinance. Legal assistant and secretarial time (if any - probably not need in this case) is billed at $30 per hour. My billing is monthly. I do not charge for long distance phone calls, postage, fax or electronic research such as Lexis, Westlaw, and Loislaw. I have current insurance coverage orS1 million for professional errors and omissions. My resume follows. In addition to the information which it shows, I am also special counsel to the County of Riverside in a billboard case now pending in the Ninth Circuit, Valley Outdoor v. County of Riverside. This case has already attracted considerable attention nationally, and amicus briefs are expected from the American Planning Association, Scenic America, the International Municipal Lawyers Association, and many cities in California. The City may accept this proposal with an authorized signature on the line below, faxed back to me at 619.342.4136 (internet based fax service) and 858.573.6104 (fax machine). I look forward to working with you and staff on these matters. RRM: ms wood Cit3 Redevelopment Agency