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Ethics Board Docket No. 2014-1278 Page 8 of 10 VII. ORDER In light of the lengthy litigation involved in this matter, including the conflicting judgments from the EAB and the 19"Judicial District Court as to the Respondents' status as a public servant, as well as the possible need for additional hearings, and the genuine dispute between the parties as to the substance of this matter, the parties have agreed to resolve this matter amicably. Therefore, it is the conclusion of the BOE that the interests of the public and judicial efficiency would be served through the publication of this Consent Opinion without the imposition of any civil penalty. It is further the conclusion of the Respondent that, while they believe their claims and defenses against the BOE in the 19th Judicial District Court and the EAB are meritorious and they would ultimately prevail, resolving this matter is best for all Parties and for the Respondent's business. For the foregoing reasons: IT IS ORDERED that Charges pending against the Respondents before the EAB in Docket No. 2015-14943-ETHICS-B shall be dismissed accordingly upon adoption of this Consent Opinion. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that Respondents shall dismiss all matters pending before the 19th Judicial District Court and that Respondents shall pay all outstanding court costs associated with Docket No. 648379.