by Bob Jessup | Nov 16, 2016 | Blog
Most affected communities are aware by now of case Quality Built Homes v. Town of Carthage, in which the North Carolina Supreme Court generally found that cities, counties, and towns do not have broad legal authority to charge up-front water and sewer fees to...
by Bob Jessup | Nov 15, 2016 | Blog
This case study is based on North Carolina law. Terms and procedures will vary state to state, but the concepts are generally true throughout the country. Background: The new finance officer and newly-elected mayor are meeting with bond counsel to discuss financing...
by Bob Jessup | Nov 9, 2016 | Blog
Most folks want to do what’s best for the environment (whatever they think that might be), and many companies and local governments want to be known for doing good things for the environment. To tap into those environmental sensibilities, we have seen the emergence...
by Bob Jessup | Oct 19, 2016 | Blog
There are over 3200 dams in North Carolina, and many of these are owned and maintained by smaller entities that may not have the resources to take care of the dams the way they need to be taken care of. And so after time, an inspection may show that the dam needs...
by Bob Jessup | Oct 12, 2016 | Blog
Part One of a Series on what it is, why it’s important and how it can be provided It is a bit late to announce that the age of the internet is here to stay. Even now, new uses and capabilities are constantly developed, and as a result society continually faces...
by Bob Jessup | Oct 5, 2016 | Blog
“I guess I can give you that information — it’s a matter of public record.” Most of us lawyers who work with local governments have heard this – many of us probably have said it. But just because a piece of information is a public record, that doesn’t mean a...
