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File #: R-2024-374    Version: 1 Name: Robinson Norelia Settlement
Type: Resolution Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 10/24/2024 In control: Office of the City Attorney
On agenda: 11/20/2024 Final action:
Title: A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement A Settlement With Robinson Norelia In The Amount Of $95,000.00.
Attachments: 1. Reso Settlement.pdf
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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 Robinson Norelia In The Amount Of $95,000.00.

 

Strategic Plan Focus

Financial Management & Administration

 

 

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Staff Recommends:  Approval of the attached Resolution.

 

 

Explanation:

On February 3, 2023, Robinson Norelia (“Claimant”) filed a civil action against the City seeking damages arising out of an automobile accident that occurred on October 2, 2020.  The City Attorney and Claimant’s attorney have negotiated a settlement in the amount of $95,000.00.

 

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 S. Geraci, Esq.

Douglas R. Gonzales, City Attorney