STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance and Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: January 8, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT: City Attorney’s Office
EXECUTIVE: Tammy L. Palomino
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SUBJECT
Title
Authorize settlement of the lawsuit styled, David Walters, et al. v. City of Dallas, Cause No. DC-21-07153 - Not to exceed $600,000.00 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Plaintiffs Kristi Walters, Samuel Walters, Christopher Walters, and Ethan Walters, who are the surviving spouse and children of former Dallas Fire-Rescue Officer David Walters, sued for payment of workers’ compensation benefits after the death of David Walters. The City and plaintiffs have reached a proposed settlement subject to City Council approval. Plaintiffs are represented by Lee B. Lesher and the Allen Stewart, P.C. law firm.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
An executive session briefing regarding this matter was provided to the City Council on November 13, 2024.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2025 |
FY 2026 |
Future Years |
|
Liability Reserve Fund |
$600,000.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |