City Attorney Joshua Smith is the attorney and legal advisor to the City Council, the City Manager, Page Utilities Enterprises Manager, all City departments, and the City’s Advisory Boards, Committees, and Commissions. The City Attorney is responsible for drafting, reviewing and/or approving as to form all proposed ordinances, resolutions and contracts, which may be considered for adoption by the City Council to ensure that they adequately protect the legal interests of the City.
The City Attorney, in consultation with the City Council, prosecutes and defends all suits, actions, or causes where the City is a party, and reports to the City Council, when required, the condition of any suit or action to which the City is a party.
In addition to these civil duties, the City Attorney represents the City and the State of Arizona in the prosecution of criminal misdemeanor cases occurring within the City limits. Additionally, the City Attorney works with victims of crimes and assures that victims are informed of their rights throughout the Court process.
Mr. Smith was appointed City Attorney by the Page City Council in April, 2016
The City Attorney does not represent citizens in legal proceedings. If you feel that you need legal representation in a civil matter or legal advice, and you cannot afford to retain an attorney, please contact Coconino Legal Aid, (928) 774-0653, or visit their offices at 222 E. Birch Avenue, Flagstaff, Arizona 86001.
You can access Page City Code here.
The Coconino County Law Library and Self Help Center may be accessed online at Coconino Law Library.