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
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Authorize settlement of the property damage claim filed by Claimant, Meetu Bhatnagar, Claim No. AL-26-61356 - Not to exceed $46,791.48 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Claimant Meetu Bhatnagar filed a claim against the City of Dallas, seeking compensation for alleged property damage arising from an automobile collision on February 18, 2026, involving a Dallas Police Department employee operating a city-owned vehicle. The City and Ms. Bhatnagar have reached a proposed settlement of her claim, subject to city council approval. Ms. Bhatnagar is pursuing this matter pro se.
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 |
$46,791.48 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |