Commissioners authorize RFQ to hire counsel for county ordinance enforcement
May 05, 2026 | Morgan County, Indiana
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Morgan County commissioners voted May 4 to publish a request for qualifications (RFQ) seeking legal services for enforcement of county ordinances on a one‑year professional service agreement.
Staff explained the county needs outside counsel for ordinance enforcement because the prosecutor’s office focuses on state violation enforcement; examples given included animal control, noise and burn‑ban violations. The county attorney and staff reported outreach to other counties and the city court judge to explore alternatives, but recommended publishing an RFQ for a local firm or attorney to represent the county on ordinance enforcement matters.
Commissioner Ron Ker moved to approve the RFQ; commissioners discussed and confirmed an anticipated initial contract term of one year. The motion passed by voice vote.
Why it matters: Enforcing county ordinances requires legal representation in court; designating outside counsel ensures the county can pursue local ordinance violations even when the prosecutor’s office focuses on state prosecutions.
Next steps: Staff will publish the RFQ, solicit proposals and return to the board for selection and execution of a one‑year professional service agreement.
Staff explained the county needs outside counsel for ordinance enforcement because the prosecutor’s office focuses on state violation enforcement; examples given included animal control, noise and burn‑ban violations. The county attorney and staff reported outreach to other counties and the city court judge to explore alternatives, but recommended publishing an RFQ for a local firm or attorney to represent the county on ordinance enforcement matters.
Commissioner Ron Ker moved to approve the RFQ; commissioners discussed and confirmed an anticipated initial contract term of one year. The motion passed by voice vote.
Why it matters: Enforcing county ordinances requires legal representation in court; designating outside counsel ensures the county can pursue local ordinance violations even when the prosecutor’s office focuses on state prosecutions.
Next steps: Staff will publish the RFQ, solicit proposals and return to the board for selection and execution of a one‑year professional service agreement.
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