PILLAR: Core Organzational Support
AGENDA DATE: March 25, 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, Macco Waites v. City of Dallas, Cause No. DC-24-14632 - Not to exceed $60,000.00 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Plaintiff Macco Waites filed a lawsuit against the City of Dallas, seeking compensation for alleged bodily injuries and other damages sustained in a motor vehicle accident on April 25, 2024, involving a Dallas Police Department officer operating a city-owned vehicle. The City and Mr. Waites have reached a proposed settlement of his claims, subject to City Council approval. Mr. Waites is represented by Mildred Ashley and The Law Offices of Kelly T. Curran.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
A confidential memorandum regarding this matter will be provided to the City Council on March 20, 2026.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2026 |
FY 2027 |
Future Years |
|
Liability Reserve Fund |
$60,000.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |