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Former Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations Debra Gill Joins RPMG
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Former Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations Debra Gill Joins RPMG

Former Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations Debra Gill Joins RPMG

Renne Public Management Group (RPMG), a division of Renne Public Law Group (RPLG), is pleased to welcome Debra Gill, former Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations for the City of Pleasanton. Ms. Gill is the newest addition to RPMG’s expanding cohort of consultants. In her new role, she helps local governments, special districts and nonprofits address needs and challenges to achieve greater impact in communities across California.

Charlie Mounts2023-01-24T17:14:10-08:00January 24th, 2023|

RPLG to Present at 2023 CalCities New Mayors and Council Members Academy
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RPLG to Present at 2023 CalCities New Mayors and Council Members Academy

RPLG to Present at 2023 CalCities New Mayors and Council Members Academy

Three Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) attorneys—Associate Anastasia Bondarchuk, Partner Jenica Maldonado and Senior Counsel Andrew Shen—will present at the League of California Cities’ 2023 New Mayors and Council Members Academy, taking place January 18-20 in Sacramento.

Kendall Lowery2023-01-17T17:00:06-08:00January 16th, 2023|

Former City Attorney Jannie Quinn Joins RPLG and RPMG
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Former City Attorney Jannie Quinn Joins RPLG and RPMG

Former City Attorney Jannie Quinn Joins RPLG and RPMG

Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) welcomes former city attorney Jannie Quinn, who joins the firm as of counsel after more than 20 years of service in the City of Mountain View. Jannie also will support public agency clients as a consultant with Renne Public Management Group (RPMG), a division of RPLG.

Charlie Mounts2023-01-12T11:12:18-08:00January 11th, 2023|

Chalking It Up to Nothing: The Ninth Circuit Upholds San Diego’s Chalking Practice Under the Special Needs Exception to the Warrant Requirement
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Chalking It Up to Nothing: The Ninth Circuit Upholds San Diego’s Chalking Practice Under the Special Needs Exception to the Warrant Requirement

Chalking It Up to Nothing: The Ninth Circuit Upholds San Diego’s Chalking Practice Under the Special Needs Exception to the Warrant Requirement

Municipalities in California that rely on the practice of chalking tires to enforce parking restrictions can take solace in a recent Ninth Circuit decision that affirms the constitutionality of the practice and parts ways with Sixth Circuit precedent that had previously raised constitutional questions about

Charlie Mounts2022-12-20T16:09:45-08:00December 20th, 2022|

FPPC Guidance on New Campaign Contribution Restriction for Local Elected Officials
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FPPC Guidance on New Campaign Contribution Restriction for Local Elected Officials

FPPC Guidance on New Campaign Contribution Restriction for Local Elected Officials

At its November meeting, the Fair Political Practices Commission (“FPPC”) voted not to apply SB 1439 to campaign contributions received in 2022, prior to SB 1439’s effective date. Recently enacted by the Legislature, SB 1439 sets new limits on campaign contributions solicited or received by local elected officials.

Charlie Mounts2022-12-15T16:48:31-08:00December 15th, 2022|

Increase in Annual Gift Limit for Form 700 Filers
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Increase in Annual Gift Limit for Form 700 Filers

Increase in Annual Gift Limit for Form 700 Filers

The Fair Political Practices Commission (“FPPC”) has approved an increase in the annual gift limit for Form 700 filers from $520 to $590, effective January 1, 2023.

Charlie Mounts2022-12-16T14:51:23-08:00December 15th, 2022|

RPLG and RPPG Set to Present at 2022 CalCities City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar
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RPLG and RPPG Set to Present at 2022 CalCities City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar

RPLG and RPPG Set to Present at 2022 CalCities City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar

RPLG Associate Michael Cohen and RPPG Managing Director Dane Hutchings will present “New Law and Election Update and More!” on Thursday, December 8, at the 2022 CalCities City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar in Monterey.

Charlie Mounts2022-12-02T11:44:18-08:00December 2nd, 2022|

Cadena et al. v. Customer Connexx, LLC et al
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Cadena et al. v. Customer Connexx, LLC et al

Cadena et al. v. Customer Connexx, LLC et al

On October 24, 2022, the Ninth Circuit held that time spent by a specific group of call center workers booting up their computers was compensable under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) as “integral and indispensable” to their principal job duties. The Court’s decision in Cariene Cadena, et al. v. Customer Connexx, LLC, et al., 51 F.4th 831 (9th Cir. 2022) (“Cadena”) , reversed a district court ruling granting summary judgment to the employer-defendant.

Charlie Mounts2022-11-14T15:40:17-08:00November 14th, 2022|

RPLG and RPMG Secure Multiple Speaking Engagements at CALPELRA
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RPLG and RPMG Secure Multiple Speaking Engagements at CALPELRA

RPLG and RPMG Secure Multiple Speaking Engagements at CALPELRA

Three members of the Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) and Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) team will present at the 2022 California Public Employers Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA) Annual Training Conference in Monterey this November.

Charlie Mounts2022-11-09T10:25:17-08:00November 9th, 2022|

Former City Manager Dan Rich Joins RPMG
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Former City Manager Dan Rich Joins RPMG

Former City Manager Dan Rich Joins RPMG

Renne Public Management Group (RPMG), a division of Renne Public Law Group, welcomes Dan Rich, former city manager for the cities of Mountain View and Campbell. As one of RPMG’s growing cadre of consultants and strategic advisors, Dan will help cities, counties, special districts and nonprofits improve their effectiveness and achieve greater impact.

Charlie Mounts2022-11-08T15:43:03-08:00November 8th, 2022|