PILLAR: Core - Organizational Support
AGENDA DATE: October 28, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT: City Attorney’s Office
PRIORITY: Government Efficiency
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SUBJECT
Title
Authorize settlement of the lawsuit styled, Javier Ramirez Reyes v. City of Dallas et al., Cause No. CC-25-07500-D - Not to exceed $75,000.00 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Plaintiff Javier Ramirez Reyes filed a lawsuit against the City of Dallas, seeking compensation for alleged bodily injuries and other damages sustained in a motor vehicle accident on May 24, 2024, involving a Dallas Water Utilities Department employee operating a city-owned vehicle. The City and Plaintiff have reached a proposed settlement of his claims, subject to City Council approval. Plaintiff is represented by Denise L. Campbell and John R. Salazar, P.C.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
A confidential memorandum regarding this matter will be provided to the City Council on October 23, 2026.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2027 |
FY 2028 |
Future Years |
|
Liability Reserve Fund |
$75,000.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |