STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: October 8, 2024
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 Jacolby Douglas v. City of Dallas, Cause No. DC-23-11192 - Not to exceed $79,000.00 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Plaintiff Jacolby Douglas filed a lawsuit against the City of Dallas, seeking compensation for alleged bodily injuries and other damages sustained in an automobile collision on March 28, 2023, involving a Department of Sanitation Services employee operating a city-owned vehicle. The City and Jacolby Douglas have reached a proposed settlement of his claims, subject to City Council approval. Jacolby Douglas is represented by Jeffrey Clark and Kelsoe, Khoury, Rogers & Clark, P.C.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
A confidential memorandum regarding this matter will be provided to the City Council on October 4, 2024.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2025 |
FY 2026 |
Future Years |
|
Liability Reserve Fund |
$79,000.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |