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File #: R-2021-163    Version: 1 Name: Settlement for Christopher Jones
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 6/21/2021 In control: Office of the City Attorney
On agenda: 7/7/2021 Final action: 7/7/2021
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 Christopher Jones In The Amount Of $110,000.00.
Attachments: 1. Resolution.pdf

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 Christopher Jones In The Amount Of $110,000.00.

 

 

Strategic Plan Focus

Financial Management & Administration

 

 

Body

 

Staff Recommends: Approval of the attached Resolution.

 

Explanation:

 

On August 2, 2017, Christopher Jones filed a civil action against the City seeking damages for personal injuries arising out of a sidewalk trip and fall that occurred on July 22, 2015 (Case Number CACE-17-014693).  The City Attorney and Christopher Jones’ attorney have negotiated a settlement in the amount of $110,000.00.

 

 

Fiscal Impact:

Funding for this settlement is available in the City’s Self-Insurance Fund.

 

 

Recommended for inclusion on the agenda by:

Douglas R. Gonzales, City Attorney