Denver's City Council has greenlit a half-million dollar contract expansion for Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell despite previous concerns raised by council members regarding billing practices. The decision, passed by a majority vote, follows debate over the legal firm's rate structure and service justification. This contract extension represents a significant commitment of municipal resources to external legal counsel and reflects ongoing discussions about municipal spending oversight and vendor accountability.

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