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City of Capitola Resolution No. 4482 Transition to District-Based Elections 2026-04-30

Law Firm Issues CVRA Demand to Capitola

City of CapitolaSHENKMAN & HUGHESApril 30, 2026

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Description

The City of Capitola received a certified demand letter from law firm Shenkman & Hughes alleging a California Voting Rights Act violation and threatening litigation over at-large elections. The letter prompted the City to pursue a transition to district-based elections, but the resolution does not authorize any legal services contract with the firm.

Contract Details

Vendor

SHENKMAN & HUGHES

Agency

City of Capitola, CA

Contract Type

LEGAL

Document Date

April 30, 2026

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