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Interview Prosecuting Attorney Steve Tallen (continued) <br />Tallen stated he tries to run an efficient, aggressive firm with a heart with reasonable <br />representation. Council can give the direction of what is important. It is his belief that the <br />passenger should pay the fines. Misdemeanor civil cases solve the problem. <br />If Council would extend an offer for his services there would need to be timing for taking <br />on another community and coordinate with the police department. He would also request <br />the court to switch the Orono day for prosecution and coordinate that with the police <br />department. Tallen & Baertschi are ready to take on another city. Tallen would like to be <br />connected to the City's records through LOGIS if possible. <br />Tallen stated that the City's current prosecutor is just himself. Tallen's firm has a staff. <br />Walsh stated that Tallen's firm provides depth and the assurance that someone is always <br />available in the office. <br />Orono rates would be based on a fixed fee and the workload would fluctuate depending on <br />how zealous a police officer may be in issuing tickets. Appeals would be billed at an hourly <br />rate and out of pocket expenses would be billed back to the City. <br />In closing Tallen stated he would like to work for the City of Orono. <br />Adjournment 6:45 p.m. <br />ATTEST <br />Diane Tiegs, City Clerk <br />Page 4 of 4 <br />Dennis Walsh, Mayor <br />