7.G.
City Council Meeting - FINAL
- Meeting Date:
- 02/18/2025
- From:
- Kevin Fincel, Deputy City Attorney
TITLE:
Consideration and Approval of Settlement: Apprpve the settlement of the Lorraine Crim Notice of Claim dated September 13, 2024, and amended on September 23, 2024.
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:
- Approve settlement of the Lorraine Crim claim pursuant to the terms discussed in executive session, and
- Authorize and direct the City Manager and/or City Attorney to execute all documents and take other actions as are necessary to finalize the settlement.
Executive Summary:
This Notice of Claim stems from an automobile accident involving Lorraine Crim and a City solid waste truck on March 27, 2024, at the intersection of Aspen Avenue and North Sitgreaves Street. Mrs. Crim is alleging injuries and seeking damages as a result of the accident..
The City has reached a tentative settlement of this particular claim, subject to the approval of the City Council. The tentative settlement and legal advice related thereto were discussed with the City Council in executive session on January 21, 2025, and February 18, 2025.
The City has reached a tentative settlement of this particular claim, subject to the approval of the City Council. The tentative settlement and legal advice related thereto were discussed with the City Council in executive session on January 21, 2025, and February 18, 2025.
Financial Impact:
Funding for this settlement is available through the City's self-insurance trust fund.
Policy Impact:
None.
Previous Council Decision or Community Discussion:
No.
Options and Alternatives to Recommended Action:
None.
Background and History:
N/A.
Connection to PBB Priorities and Objectives:
N/A.
Connection to Regional Plan:
N/A.
Connection to Carbon Neutrality Plan:
N/A.
Connection to 10-Year Housing Plan:
N/A.
Connection to Division Specific Plan:
N/A.