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A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement A Settlement With Christina Cottes, As Personal Representative Of The Estate Of David Cottes, Deceased In The Amount Of $55,000.00.
Strategic Plan Focus
Financial Management & Administration
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Staff Recommends: Approval of the attached Resolution.
Explanation:
On November 6, 2023, Christina Cottes, as personal representative of the Estate of David Cottes, deceased (“Claimant”) filed a civil action against the City seeking damages arising out of the death of David Cottes that occurred on February 26, 2022. The City Attorney and Claimant’s attorney have negotiated a settlement in the amount of $55,000.00.
If this settlement is approved by the City Commission, the monies will be paid from the City’s self-insurance fund.
Fiscal Impact:
Funding for this settlement is available in the City’s Self-Insurance Fund.
Recommended for inclusion on the agenda by:
Julian Geraci, Chief Litigation Counsel
Damaris Y. Henlon, City Attorney