STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance and Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: January 22, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT: City Attorney’s Office
EXECUTIVE: Tammy L. Palomino
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SUBJECT
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Authorize settlement of the bodily injury claims brought by Kristian McCullough in the lawsuit styled, Armonte Brim and Kristian McCullough v. City of Dallas and Tory Tinsley, Cause No. DC-23-19903 - Not to exceed $55,000.00 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Plaintiff Kristian McCullough, along with Armonte Brim, filed a lawsuit against the City of Dallas, seeking compensation for alleged bodily injuries and other damages sustained in an automobile collision on July 27, 2023, involving a Department of Sanitation Services employee operating a city-owned vehicle. The City and Ms. McCullough have reached a proposed settlement of her claims, subject to City Council approval. Ms. McCullough is represented by Barrett W. Beck and Fleming, Nolen, & Jez, LLP.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
A confidential memorandum regarding this matter will be provided to the City Council on January 17, 2025.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2025 |
FY 2026 |
Future Years |
|
Liability Reserve Fund |
$55,000.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |