[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [City Council] [City Hall Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notification of Counsel's Refusal to Submit Proposal for Bond Counsel Services Dear [City Council], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to inform you of the unfortunate news that our law firm, [Law Firm Name], will not be able to submit a proposal to serve as Bond Counsel for the City of [City Name], Florida. After thoroughly evaluating our current workload and commitments, we have come to the regrettable conclusion that we are unable to take on additional responsibilities at this time. We acknowledge the importance of the services required and understand the significance of the City's upcoming bond issue. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. While our firm is unable to meet your bond counsel needs, we would be more than happy to provide recommendations for other professional and experienced bond counsel firms that might be able to assist you. These firms have a proven track record of successfully handling similar matters and will undoubtedly deliver the same level of expertise and dedication that we strive to provide to our clients. We understand the significance of selecting the right bond counsel and believe it to be a critical decision that requires careful consideration. It is essential for the City Council to partner with a highly skilled and reputable firm that can effectively navigate the complexities associated with municipal financing, ensuring the best outcomes for the City and its residents. Should you require any assistance in identifying alternative bond counsel firms, we would be pleased to share our insights and knowledge of the industry. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions or if we can be of any further assistance during this process. Again, we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by our inability to submit a proposal at this time. We appreciate your understanding and wish you the best of luck in your pursuit of a new bond counsel. Thank you for considering our firm for this important opportunity. It has been a pleasure working with the City of [City Name] in the past, and we hope to have the opportunity to collaborate again on future projects. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Law Firm Name] [Law Firm Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number]