10.B.
City Council Meeting - FINAL
- Meeting Date:
- 08/25/2026
- Co-Submitter:
- Sterling Solomon
- From:
- Matthew Mansfield, Senior Assistant City Attorney
TITLE:
Consideration and Approval of Settlement: in the matter of Peggy Leslie v. City of Flagstaff, et al., S0300CV2025-00285, currently pending in Coconino County Superior Court.
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:
- Approve settlement of the matter of Peggy Leslie v. City of Flagstaff, et al., pursuant to the terms of the tentative settlement discussed in executive session on July 31, 2026, and
- Authorize and direct the City Attorney to execute all documents and take such other actions as are necessary to finalize the settlement.
Executive Summary:
This litigation stems from an automobile accident involving Ms. Leslie that occurred on June 28, 2024, near the intersection of North Fourth St. and E. Route 66 in Flagstaff. Ms. Leslie is alleging injuries and seeking damages as a result of the accident.
The City has reached a tentative settlement of this particular litigation, 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 July 31, 2026.
The City has reached a tentative settlement of this particular litigation, 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 July 31, 2026.
Financial Impact:
Funding for this settlement is available through the City's self-insurance trust fund and its insurance policy through the Arizona Municipal Risk Retention Pool.
Policy Impact:
None.
Previous Council Decision or Community Discussion:
No.
Options and Alternatives to Recommended Action:
Not approve the tentative settlement and continue to litigate the matter.
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