STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance and Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: November 11, 2020
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT: City Attorney’s Office
EXECUTIVE: Christopher J. Caso
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SUBJECT
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Authorize settlement of the lawsuit styled Javier Saenz v. Elvin Calix-Barahona, Cause No. 3:20-CV-1641-N - Not to exceed $35,000.00 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Plaintiff Javier Saenz filed a lawsuit against Dallas Police Department Officer Elvin Calix-Barahona seeking compensation for alleged bodily injuries and other damages sustained in a police encounter on June 23, 2018, wherein Mr. Saenz alleges that Officer Calix Barahona used excessive force during his arrest, in violation of Mr. Saenz’s Fourth Amendment rights. The City, on behalf of Officer Elvin Calix-Barahona, and Mr. Saenz have reached a proposed settlement subject to City Council approval. Plaintiff is represented by Scott H. Palmer.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
City Council was briefed in Executive Session regarding this matter on September 16, 2020.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2021 |
FY 2022 |
Future Years |
|
Liability Reserve Fund |
$35,000.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |