Groves

Loxahatchee Groves Bids Farewell to Legal Counsel Amid Rising Costs and Future In-House Considerations

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Loxahatchee Groves, Florida, is undergoing a significant change in its legal representation, as Town Attorney Glen Torcivia announced his resignation during a council meeting this week. After serving as legal counsel since 2019, Torcivia, who participated in the meeting remotely, revealed his decision shortly after a discussion on the attorney’s contract and an analysis of legal fees, a topic raised on the agenda by Councilwoman Phillis Maniglia. The resignation marks a pivotal transition for the town, which is now weighing the option of hiring in-house legal counsel rather than seeking a new law firm. The … Read more

Webster Groves Moves to Reinforce Local Gun Laws with Trio of New Bills

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Webster Groves, MO – Officials in Webster Groves are considering adopting stricter gun laws as a proactive measure to enhance public safety, despite the absence of significant gun violence within the city. The proposed legislative changes highlight a growing trend among municipalities to address gun control at the local level. The City Council is deliberating on three specific bills that aim to regulate aspects of gun ownership and enhance restrictions, particularly concerning automatic weapons, underage access to firearms, and the carrying of concealed weapons in specific public locations. The first of the proposed measures seeks … Read more