Statement from the City Attorney Regarding Court’s Ruling in Shears vs City of Flint
Flint, Michigan – August 7, 2015 – In response to the 7th Circuit Court’s ruling today in the case of Shears vs City of Flint, the following statement has been issued by City Attorney Pete Bade:
“Today’s ruling is striking in terms of both its deviation from Michigan law, as well as the immediate financial harm it will cause the City of Flint. This will have a devastating financial impact. The City will immediately seek a stay of this order and review by the Court of Appeals.”
-Pete Bade
City Attorney
City of Flint
