§ 2-172. Professional services

In procuring professional services, all city departments are to comply with the provisions of sections 4526 through 4529.5 and 37103 of the Government Code, the administrative regulations by the city manager, and the purchasing manual of the purchasing officer or other policies adopted by resolution of city council. All persons or entities to render professional services to the city shall render such services pursuant to a professional services agreement in a form approved by the city attorney. All persons or entities under agreement with the city to render professional services shall not be subject to chapter VI of this title and shall be considered independent contractors and not an employee of the city.

(Ord. No. 96-15, § 1, 12-2-96)