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CITY OF DENTON CI~TY94C0UNCIL
July 26,
Special Call Session of the city of Denton City Council on Tuesday,
July 26, 1994 at 4:30 p.m. in the Civil Defense Room of City Hall,
215 E. McKinney, Denton, Texas at which the following items will be
considered:
4:30 p.m.
1. Tour various CIP projects within the City of Denton.
8:30 p.m.
1. Executive Session:
A. Legal Matters Under TEX. GOVT CODE Sec. 551.071
B. Real Estate Under TEX. GOVT CODE Sec. 551.072
C. Personnel/Board Appointments Under TEX. GOVT CODE
Sec. 551.074
2. Consider approval of a resolution appointing a Municipal Court
Judge.
3. Consider approval of a resolution appointing contract
Assistant Municipal Judges.
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C E R T I F I C A T 3
i certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Denotoclo kx (a,
the .m )
day of 1994 (p.m.)
CITY SECRETARY
THE
NOTE: ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT IBLE IN
CITY WILL PROVIDE SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS FOR THE
HEARING IMPAIRED IF REQUESTED AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN
ADVANCE OF THE SCHEDULED MEETING. PLEASE CALL THE CITY
SECRETARY'S OFFICE AT 566-8309 OR USE TELECOMMUNICATIONS
THAT BE SCHEDULED THROUGH
DEVICES A SIGN LANGUAGE FIN(TDD) BY TERPRETER CANN
THE CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE.
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AGENDA Daley
CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL
July 26, 1994
Special Call Session of the City of Denton City Council on Tuesday,
July 26, 1994 at 4:30 p.m. in the Civil Defense ROOM of City Hall,
215 E. McKinney, Denton, Texas at which the following items will be
considered:
4:30 p.m.
1, Tour various CIP rojecta within the City of Denton.
8:30 p.m.
1. Executive Session:
A. Legal Matters Under TEX. GOVT CODE Sec. 551.071
B. Real Estate Under TEX. GOVT CODE Sec. 551.072
C. Personnel/Board Appointments Under TEX. GOVT CODE
Sec. 551.074
2. Consider approval of a resolution appointing a Municipal Court
Judge.
3, Consider approval of a resolution appointing contract
Assistant Municipal Judges.
C E R T I F I C A T E
I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the
of Denton, Texas, on
the bulletin board day at of 1994 at the City Hall 1 City _,o'clock (a.m.)
(p.m.)
CITY SECRETARY
NOTE: ATHE CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL CCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILI DISABILITIES ACT LE THE
CITY WILL PROVIDE SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS FOR THE
HEARING IMPAIRED IF REQUESTED AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN
ADVANCE OF THE SCHEDULED MEETING. PLEASE CALL THE CITY
SECRETARY'S OFFICE AT 566-8309 OR USE TELECOMMUNICATIONS
DEVICES FOR THE DEAF (TDD) BY CALLING 1-800-RELAY-TX SO
RAET A Y SIGN LANGUAGE S INTERPRETER CAN BE SCHEDULED THROUGH THE OFFICE.
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Date 2G. _ 95
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS APPOINTING SANDRA WHITE
AS CITY JUDGE FOR THE CITY OF DENTON MUNICIPAL COURT OF RECORD;
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR HER TERMS OF
EMPIAYMENT: AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Section 6.03 of the Charter of the City of Denton
authorizes the City Council to appoint a City Judge to handle the
judicial functions of the Municipal Court; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 94-014, adopted pursuant to TEX. GOVT
CODE 530.982 (Vernon Supp. 1994) provides that the governing body
of the City shall appoint the Municipal Judge of the City of Denton
Municipal Court of Record; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DENTON HEREBY RESOLVES:
SECTION I. That Sandra White is hereby appointed as City Judge
of the Municipal Court of Record of the City of Denton, Toxas for
a two-year term of office to commence August 1, 1994 and terminate
at midnight Jul x-minate
31, 1 , 1946.
SECTION Ii. That the Mayor is authorized to execute a contract
with Sandra White, providing for her terms of employment, a copy of
which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein.
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SECTION III This resolution shall become effective on the 1st
day of August, 1994.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the day of
1944.
BOB CASTLEBERRY, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JENNIFER WALTERS, CITY SECRETARY
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APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:
DEBRA A. DRAYOVITCH, CITY ATTORNEY
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DENTON# TEXAS APPOINTING ROBIN RAMSAY
AND TANYA COOPER AS ASSISTANT CITY JUDGES FOR THE CITY OF DENTON
MUNICIPAL COURT OF RECORD; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
SERVICES; AND DECLARING OFFICE; EFFECTIVE DATE. ES FOR PAYMENT
OR CONTRACTS
WHEREAS, section 6.03 of the Charter of the Assistant city City of Denton
authorizes the City Council to appoint
handle the judicial functions of the Municipal Court of Record in
the absence of i and
WHEREAS, Ordinance Number 9 -0140 proadopted vides tpursuantgo to governing
GOVT CODE 430.982 (Vernon Supp.
body of the City shall appoint assistant judges as it deems
necessary; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DENTON HEREBY RESOLVES:
I. That Robin Ramsay is hereby appointed as an
Assistant City Judge of the Municipal Court of Record of the City
of Denton, Texas for a a one-year ht teJuly rm of 31ffice to commence August
Ij 1994 and terminate cFCT1 N II_ That Tanya Cooper is hereby appointed as an
! Assistant City Judge of the Municipal Court of Record of the City
of Denton, Texas for a one-year term of office to commence August
11 1994 and terminate at midnight July 31, 1995.
,FCTION III. That the Mayor is authorized to execute
contracts, copies of which are attached hereto and incorporated by
reference herein, providing for the terms of their employment.
SECTION IV. This resolution shall become effective on the 1st
day of August, 1994.
1994.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the day of
BOB CASTLEBERRY, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JENNIFER WALTERS, CITY SECRETARY
BY:
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:
DEBRA A. DDRAYOVlTCH, CITY ATTORNEY
£voTnVMFNT AbREEMENT
Denton, 21st day of
the City entered into this
THIS AGREEo between made
by and
and aSandrafH, White, hereinafter referred to as "Municipal Judge". the State of Texas, WITNESSET6i
1. City does hereby agree to employ Sandra H. White for a period
of two (2) years, beginning on the 1st of August, 1994, and
continuing through midnight, July 31, 1996, at an annual salary
salary contribution
the of
least 3 four 2percent annual deferred feofe the compensation
benefits provided regular full time city employees.
2. City does hereby agree to review the Municipal Judge's compen-
sation on an annual basis at the time her performance is
reviewed by the City Council.
3. The Municipal Judge agrees that she will perform the e..uties of
the Municipal Judge set forth in the Municipal Judge job
description, a copy of which is attached hereto, and incorpo-
rated herein as Exhibit "B".
4. The Municipal Judge shall devote full time to the duties of the
off exas 43oi9861 oreitsssuccessorcprovision, asTsame mayebemmodified
from time to time.
5. The City hereby agrees to budget for and pay for travel and
subsistence expenses for professional and official development
to adequately pursue necessary official not limited to a other
City, including, but
tion, Texas Municipal Judge's Association and training semi-
regional thereof state whi h she serves o as governmental a member. groups and
committees
6. The City also agrees to budget for the Municipal Judge's travel
and subsistence expenses for short courses, institutes and
seminars that are necessary for her professional development,
and for the good of the City of Denton.
7. The City agrees to budget and pay the professional dues and
subscriptions necessary for the Municipal Judge's continuation
and full participation, including the holding of responsible
offices in national, regional, state and local associations and
organizations necessary and e and advancement, her and continued
professional participation, growth good of the City of Denton.
8. The City agrees to pay the Municipal Judge's relocation expen-
ses to Denton, Texas, should the Municipal Judge locate to the
City of Denton.
9. During the duration of this Agreement, the Municipal Judge
shall comply with all provisions of the Code of Judicial Con-
duct, the Denton City Charter, Chapter 30 of the Texas Govern-
ment Code, Subchdpter Y. and all other applicable laws pertain-
ing to the operation of the Denton Municipal Court of Record,
arl her duties as a Magistrate. In the event of a conflict
between the terms of this Agreement and said Code, Charter,
Statutes and laws, the terms of said Code, Charter, Statutes
and laws shall govern.
30. The City may remove the Municipal Judge from office during her
term pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements of
§30.987(c) of the Texas Government Code, or its successor, as
same may hereafter be amended.
This Agreement represents the entire and integrated Agreement
between City and the Municipal Judge, and supersedes all prior
negotiations and representations and/or contracts either written or
oral. This Agreement may be amended only by written instrument
signed by both the City and the Municipal Judge.
The Municipal Judge further states that she has carefully read
the foregoing Agreement, and knows the contents thereof, and signs
the same as her own free act.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City has caused this Agreement to be signed
in its name by Bob Castleberry, Mayor, and its corporate seal to be
hereunto affixed and attested by its City Secretary, and the Muni-
cipal Judge has hereunto set her hand and seal the day and year
first above written.
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MUNICIPAL JUDGE CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS
Cf//(1llQ O / l By.
SANDRA H. WHITE BOB CASTLEBERRY, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JENNIFER WALTERS, CITY SECRETARY
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DEBRA A. DRAYOVITCH, CITY ATTORNEY
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APPROVAL DATES 01/01/42_-
REVISION DATEt _
PAY GRADES 21
DEPARTMENTtLeaa DIVISIONt
J013 NUMBERS aQ
JOB TITLEt MunLeionl Covct Jud e__
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISORS un
MAJOop
O resides over trials and renders judgments for misdemeanor violations,
urisdictin ordinances, of the Municipal v Courtion• and any other cases
violations
within the j
o Authorises issuance of search, arrest, inspection and mental warrants.
o Arraigns prisoners, sets bonds, reviews fines, and issues magistrates
warnings.
0 overseas scheduling of all cases and activities of the Court.
o Evaluates cases with defendants and their attorneys.
o Maintains court records as required by Texas State Law.
citizens regarding warrants,
o Provides nnd information hearing dates attorneys a and locations.
appeal
o Develups now programs for court processing.
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o Communicates and develops goals for the upcoming year.
o Counsels with youth and parents.
o Administers programs in conjunction with the City Attorney, Police and
Court Clerks.
o Establishes and administers the organization, policies and priorities for
the department.
ranga and plans recommends t ends to the pal Courtger and Council the annual and
o Develops
o Prepares and submits the annual budget request for the department to the
City Manager and City Council.
o monitors all expenditures for the department.
o Parforms a full scope of supervisory responsibilities including
recruitment, selection, hiring, counseling and evaluation of employees.
o Performs other related duties as directed by City Council or in
accordance with State law.
EXHIBIT B
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HINIXUH OU1LIFICATIONSt
o Juris Doctor (JD degree).
o Two years experience in the practice of law in :he state of Texas.
o Certification, membership in the State Bar of Texas.
o License to practice law in the state of Texas.
o Availability to be called on to issue warrants at unusual hours.
o Valid Texas Class C driver's license.
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CONTRACT FOR SERVICES
THIS CONTRACT, made and entered into this 21st day of July,
1994, by and between the City of Denton, Texas, a Municipal Cor-
poration of the State of Texas, hereinafter referred to as "City",
and Tanya Coop.:r, hereinafter referred to as "Assistant Judge".
WITNESSETH:
1. City does hereby contract for the services of Tanya Cooper for
a period of one (1) year, beginning on the 1st of August, 1994,
and continuing through midnight, July 31, 1995, at the follow-
ing compensation:
(a) COURT SESSIONS AND JAIL ARRAIGNMEWTO - Time to be billed at
$25.00 per your, with time over thirty (30) minutes billed
as one (1) hour. Travel time to and from the Court shall
not be included as billable time.
(b) OFFICE HOURS/PRE AND POST COURT SESSION PREPARATIOlj - Time
to be billed at $25.00 per hour, with time over thirty (30)
minutes billed as one (1) hour. Travel time to and from
the Court shall not be included as billable time.
(c) Iii-HOUSE TRAINING/JUDICIAL STAFF MEETINGS - Time to be
billed at $25.00 per hour with time over thirty (30)
minutes billed as one (1) hour. Travel time to and from
the malting place shall not be included as billable time.
(d) MANDATORY JUDICIAL EDUCATION TRAINING - City shall reim-
burse or pre-pay the travel, meals and registration costs
incurred by the Assistant Judge in attending this statutory
required training in accordance with the City's Travel
Reimbursement Policy.
(e) CRIMINAL LAW AND EVIDENCE SEMINAR - City shall reimburse or
pre-pay the travel, meals and registration costs, up to
Three Hundred Dollars ($300.00), in accordance with the
City's Travel Reimbursement Policy, incurred by the Assis-
tant Judge in attending this type of continuing legal
education seminar.
The Assistant Judge agrees to render semi ces at the aforemen-
tioned compensation terms. The Assistant %udge is responsible
for maintaining ace, .:te and complete time records, setting
forth the date, description of services rendered, the time
incurred in rendering such se n ices, and the amount billed to
City. Such time records shall be submitted to the Municipal
Judge for review on a bi-weekly basis, and on the same date as
required for city personnel payroll. Payment will be processed
and paid in accordance with the City's payroll schedule. City
will allow the Assistant Judge to direct payment to the finan-
cial institution of her own choosing. No additional benefits
beyond the stated compensation will be provided.
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2. The Assistant Judge will receive assignments and work schedules
within the discretion of the Municipal Judge or her designee.
The Assistant Judge shall be available to perform and shall
perform if directed, the duties as stated in the Assistant
Judge Job Description attached hereto and incorporated herein
as Exhibit "B".
3. The Assistant Judge shall not take on representation of a
client adverse to the City of Denton. The Assistant Judge
shall not represent a client in a case where an employee of the
City of Denton, in his capacity as an employee of the City of
Denton is a witness or may be summoned to appear as a witness.
4. During the duration of this contract, the Assistant Judge shall
comply with all provisions of the Code of Judicial Conduct, the
Denton City Charter, Chapter 31 of the Texas Government Code,
Subchapter Y, and all other applicable laws pertaining to the
operation of the Denton Municipal Court of Record, and her
duties as a Magistrate. In the event of a conflict between the
terms of this Contract and said Code, Charter, Statutes and
laws, the terms of said Code, Charter, Statutes and laws shall
govern.
5. The City may remove the Assistant Judge from office during her
term pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements of
§30.987(c) of the Texas Government Code, or its successor, as
same may hereafter be amended.
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This Contract represents the entire and integrated Contract
between City and the Assistant ,fudge, and supersedes all prior
' negotiations and representations and/or contracts either written or
oral. This Contract may be amended only by written instrument
l signed by both the City and the Assistant Judge.
`-J The Assistant Judge further states that she has carefully read
the foregoing Contract, and knows the contents thereof, and signs
the same as her own free act. I
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City has caused this Contract to be signed 1
In its name by Bob Castleberry, Mayor, and its corporate seal to be
hereunto affixed and attested by its city Secretary, and the Assis-
cant Judge has hereunto set her hand and seal the day and year
first above written.
I,SSISTANT JUDGE CITY OF DENTJN, TEXAS
ANYA COOPER - BOB ~CASTLEPERRY, MAYOR
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APPROVAL DATES
REVISION DATES
FAY GRADES
DEPARTMENTS Local DIVISIONS
JOB TITLES Assistant MunicioA Court Judge JOB NUMBZRS
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISORS
J08 SVMMAR:.S
Under the administrative direction of the City Council, presides over
Municipal Cc6rt sessions and functions as a magistrate to administer justice
in the disposition of cases involving ordinance or statutory misdemeanor
violations within the jurisdiction of the Municipal Court.
8&&R DUTIESS
o performs Municipal Judge and Magistrate duties as outlined in Texas State
Law, and as scheduled by the Municipal Court Judge.
itny other violations,
o vPresides iolations of city ordinances, traffics violations misdemeanor
within the jurisdiction of the Municipal Court.
o Authorizes issuance of warrants, summons, magistrate warnings, etc.
o Arraigns prisonprs, sets bonds, reviews fines, and accepts please. connected
o with facilitates
proper processing of paperwork through the Court Clerks matters Office.
r o May be assigned to sit and perform all functions that would normally be
performed by the Municipal Judge as needed.
o Performs other related duties as directed by City Council and the
Municipal Judge, in accordance with State law.
wrxrSStrw nnaT.IPICATIONBe
o Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution.
o License to practice law in the state of Texas (and be in good standing).
o United States citizen.
o Resident of the state of Texas.
o Valid Texas Class C driver's license.
CONDITION Z EMPLOYH M L
o Will be required to preside over most evening court dockets and any other
dockets as assigned by the Municipal Judge.
o Must be available to to called on to perform duties at unusual hours,
including ovenings, weekends and holidays.
P sFE,ENCE FOR EMPLOYME 1
o May be given to person with experience in the practice of criminal law.
Mercer/AAA024C7 EXHIBIT B
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CONTRACT FOR SERVICES
THIS CONTRACT, made and entered into this 21st day of July,
19941 by and between the City of Denton, Texas, a Municipal Cor-
poration of the State of Texas, hereinafter referred to as "City",
and Robin A. Ramsay, hereinafter referred to as "Assistant Judge".
wITNESSETHI
1. City does hereby contract for the services of Robin A. Ramsay
for a period of one (1) year, beginning on the 1st of August,
1994, and continuing through midnight, July 31, 1995, at the
following compensation:
(a) QOURT SESSIONS AND JAIL ARRAIGNMENTS - Time to be billed at
$25.00 per hour, with time over thirty (30) minutes billed
as one (1) hour. Travel time to and from the Court shall
not be included as billable time.
(b) OFFICE HOURS/PRE AND POST COURT SESSION PREPARATION - Time
to be billed at $25.00 per hour, with time over thirty (30)
minutes billed as one (1) hour. Travel time to and from
the Court shall not be included as billable time.
(c) IN HOUSE TRAINING/JUDICIAL STAFF MEETINGS - Time to be
billed at $25.00 per hour with time over thirty (30)
minutes billed as one (1) hour. Travel time to and from
the meeting place shall not be included as billable time.
(d) MANDATORY JUDICIAL EDUCATION TRAINING - City shall reim-
burse or pre-pay the travel, meals and registration costs
incurred by the Assistant Judge in attending this statutory
required training in accordance with the City's Travel
Reimbursement Policy.
(e) MMINAL LAW An EVIDENCE SEMINAP. - City shall reimburse or
pre-pay the travel, meals and registration costs, up to
Three Hundred Dollars ($300.00), in accordance with the
City's Travel Reimbursemant Policy, incurred by the Assis-
tdnt Judge in attending this type of continuing legal
education seminar.
The Assistant Judge agrees to render services at the aforemen-
tioned compensation terms. The Assistant Judge is responsible
for maintaining accurate and complete time records, setting
forth the date, description of services rendered, the time
incurred in rendering such services, and the amount billed to
City. Such time records shall be submitted to the Municipal
Judge for review on a ui-weekly basis, and on the same date as
required for City personnel payroll. Payment will be processed
and paid in accordance with the City's payroll schedule. City
will allow the Assistant Judge to direct payment to the finan-
cial institution of his own choosing, No additional benefits
beyond the stated compensation will be provided.
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2. The Assistant Judge will receive assignments and work schedules
within the discretion of the Municipal Judge or her designee.
The Assistant Judge shall be available to perform and shall
perform if directed, the duties as stated in the Assistant
Judge Job Description attached hereto and incorporated herein
as Exhibit ";ll.
3. The Assistant Judge shall not take on representation of a
client adverso to the City of Denton. The Assistant Judge
shall not represent a client in a case where an employee of the
City of Denton, in his capacity as an employee of the City of
Denton is a witness or may be summoned to appear as a witness.
4. During the duration of this Contract, the Assistant Judge shall
comply with all provisions of the Code of Judicial Conduct, the
Denton City Charter, Chapter 30 of the Texas Government Code,
Subchapter Y, and all other applicable laws pertaining to the
operation of the Denton :iunicipal Court of Record, and his
duties as a Magistrate. In the event of a conflict between the
terms of this Contract and said Code, Charter, Statutes and
laws, the terms of said Code, Charter, Statutes and laws shall
govern.
5. The City may remove the Assistant Judge from office during his
term pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements of
130.987(c) of the Texas Government Code, or its successor, as
same may hereafter be amended.
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This Contract represents the entire and integrated Contract
between City and the Assistant Judge, and supersedes all prior
negotiations and representations and/or contracts either written or
oral. This Qontract may be amended only by written instrument
J signed by both the City and the Assistant Judge.
The Assistant Judge further states that he has carefully read
the foregoing contract, and knows the contents thereof, and signs
the same as his own free act.
IN WITNESS WHEREOPO City has caused this Contract to be signed
in its name by Bob Castleberry, Mayor, and its corporate seal to be
hereunto affixed and attested by its City Secretary, and the Assis-
tant Judge has hereunto set his hand and seal the day and year
first above written.
ASSISTANT JUGGE CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS
_ BY:
ROBIN A. RAMSAY BOB CASTLEBERRY, MAYOR
ASSISTANT JUDGE CONTRACT - Page 2
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2. The Assistant Judge will receive assignments and work schedules
within the discretion of the Municipal Judge or her designee.
The Assistant Judge shall be available to perform and shall
perform if directed, the duties as stated in the Assistant
Judge Job Description attached hereto and incorporated herein
as Exhibit "B".
3. The Assistant Judge shall not take on representation of a
client adverse to the City of Denton. The Assistant Judge
shall not represent a client in a case where an employee of the
City of Denton, in his capacity as an employee of the City of
Denton is a witness or may be summoned to appear as a witness.
4. During tha duration of this Contract, the Assistant Judge shall
comply with all provisions of the code of Judicial Conduct, the
Denton City Charter., Chapter 30 of the Texas Government Code,
Subchapter Y, and all other applicable laws pertaining to the
operation of the Denton Municipal Court of Record, and his
duties as a Magistrate. In the event of a conflict between the
terms of this contract and said Code, Charter, Statutes and
laws, the terms of said Code, Charter, Statutes and laws shall
govern.
5. The City may remove the Assistant Judge from office during his
term pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements of
g30.987(c) of the Texas Government Code, or its successor, as
r same may hereafter be amende3.
This Contract represents the entire and int•igrated Contract
between City and the Assistant Judge, and supersedes all prior
negotiations and representations and/or contracts either written or
oral. This Contract may be amended only by written instrument
signed by both the City and the Assistant Judge.
The Assistant Judge further states that he has carefully read
the foregoing Contract, and knows the contents thereof, and signs
the same as his own free act.
IN WITNESS WHEREOY, city has caused this Contract to be signed
in its name by Bob Castleberry, Mayor, and its corporate seal to be.
hereunto affixed and attested by its City Secretary, and the Assis•-
tant Judge has hereunto set his hand and seal the day and yer.r
first above written.
ASSISTANT JUDGE CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS
By:
ROBIN A. RAMSAY BOB CASTLEBERRY, MAYOR
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APPROVAL DATEi
REVISION DATES
PAY GRADES
DEPARTMENT: Local DIVISIONS
JOB TITLES ae■dat:nt wunicioal Court JUdce JOB NUMBERS
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISORt
JOB SU?MRYt
Under the administrative direction of the City Council, presides over
Municipal court sessions and functions as a magistrate to administer justice
in the disposition of cases involving ordinance or statutory misdemeanor
violations within the jurisdiction of the Municipal Court.
MAJOR DUTIESt
o Performs Municipal Judge and Magistrate duties as outlined in Texas State
Law, and as scheduled by the Municipal Court Judge.
o Presides over trials and renders judgments for misdemeanor violations,
h violations of city ordinances, traffic violations and any other cases
within the jurisdiction of the Municipal Court.
o Authorizes issuance of warrants, summons, magistrate warnings, etc.
o Arralgns prisoners, sets bonds, reviews fines, and accepts pleas.
o Facilitates efficient disposition of cases and other matters connected
with proper processing of paperwork through the Court Clerks Office.
o May be assigned to sit and perform all functions that would normally be
performed by the Municipal Judge as needed.
t o Performs other related duties as directed by city council and the
Municipal Judge, in accordance with state law.
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MINIMUM OUALIPICATIOHSs
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o Joris Doctorate from an accredited institution.
o License to practice law in the state of Texas (and be in good standing).
J o United States citizen.
0 Resident of the state of Texas.
o Valid Texas Class C driver's license.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTS
o Will be required to preside over most evening court dockets and any other
dockets as assigned by the Municipal Judge.
o Must be available to be called on to perform duties at unusual hours,
including evenings, weekends and holidays.
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o May be given to person with experience in the practice of criminal law.
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