REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL – HEARING EXAMINER SERVICES

The City of Ilwaco is seeking a qualified attorney (or law firm) to serve as its Hearing Examiner, handling land‑use, real‑property, code‑enforcement and related quasi‑judicial matters. The selected examiner will conduct hearings, issue written decisions, and coordinate with city staff on case logistics. Proposals must include experience, a fee schedule, and a work plan, and are due by June 1, 2026. • Perform hearings on variances, conditional uses, shoreline permits, etc., under the City’s municipal code. • Provide impartial, written decisions within prescribed timelines and attend hearings (daytime and occasional evenings). • Submit an hourly rate and cost estimate; payment is made after services are rendered. • Evaluation emphasizes price (40 %) and relevant experience (45 %).