| Request for advisory opinion from the Mid-City Security District regarding the retention of James Olsen, a former commissioner, as an unpaid advisor. |
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James Olsen ended his term as a commissioner of the Mid-City Security District ("MCSD") in March 2021, and desires to serve as an advisor to the MCSD board without compensation and on a non-contractual basis.Mr. Olsen's role as advisor would be an informal, non-appointed position.
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La. R.S. 42:1121(A)(2) provides that no former member of a board or commission shall, for a period of two years following the termination of his public service on such board or commission, contract with, be employed in any capacity by, or be appointed to any position by that board or commission..
La. R.S. 42:1123(30) provides that this Part shall not preclude a public servant, a legal entity in which he has a controlling interest, or a member of his immediate family, from donating services, movable property, or funds to his agency. La. R.S. 42:1123(30) shall not be construed to allow a public servant to make an appointment of a person which is otherwise prohibited by the Code.
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Adopt proposed advisory opinion.
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| Assigned Attorney: |
Charles Reeves |
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