STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: May 10, 2023
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 lawsuit styled Allison Pinkard v. City of Dallas, Cause No. DC-21-12076 - Not to exceed $67,500.00 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Plaintiff Allison Pinkard filed a lawsuit against the City of Dallas seeking compensation for alleged bodily injuries and other damages sustained in an automobile collision on July 22, 2021, involving a Dallas Police Department employee who was operating a city-owned police vehicle. The City and Ms. Pinkard have reached a proposed settlement subject to City Council approval. Plaintiff is represented by Jessica Gonzalez of Gándara & González, PLLC.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
A confidential memorandum regarding this matter will be provided to the City Council on May 5, 2023.
FISCAL INFORMATION
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Fund |
FY 2023 |
FY 2024 |
Future Years |
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Liability Reserve Fund |
$67,500.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |