Approval of the amended Johnson Bowman & Branco, LLP contract.

Attorney William Johnson has served honorably as Kentucky State University's primary outside counsel for over 50 years. With this amended contract, Attorney Johnson will continue his representation of the University, its Board of Regents, and its employees in legal matters that include, but are not limited to, intellectual property, contract disputes, claims of constitutional and statutory deprivations, and discrimination.

Additionally, the amended contract expands Attorney Johnson’s services to include, inter alia, guidance on legal and policy matters, counseling for upper management on policies and regulations, and review of contracts and leases. Attorney Johnson’s services will primarily be used when services cannot be feasible provided by the University’s in-house counsel or insurance counsel due to conflicts of interest or heavy workloads.

Johnson Bowman & Branco, LLP

Personal Service Contract (Legal Services)

Rate: $125.00 per hour

Expenses: The University will pay no more than $2,000 per fiscal year for travel expenses such as airfare, lodging, ground transportation, parking, and meals.

Total Contract Amount: The total amount, including travel expenses, shall not exceed $75,000 per fiscal year.

Interim President Ronald A. Johnson recommends that the Executive Committee of the Kentucky State University Board of Regents approves the amended Johnson Bowman & Branco, LLP contract.

Approve the amended Johnson Bowman & Branco, LLP contract.