IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION approving the settlement by the County Counselor of the claims of Darryl James related to employment with the Jackson County Detention Center, for a total payment by the County of $650,000.00.
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RESOLUTION NO. 21459, October 30, 2023
INTRODUCED BY DaRon McGee, County Legislator
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WHEREAS, section 1606.1(3) Jackson County Code, 1984, authorizes the settlement of claims in excess of $5,000.00 upon recommendation of the County Counselor, by Resolution of the Legislature; and,
WHEREAS, Darryl James has made a claim against the County relating to his former employment with the Detention Center; and,
WHEREAS, after a thorough investigation and negotiations, the County Counselor recommends a settlement in the amount of $650,000.00, to be paid by the County to Darryl James and/or his attorneys of record, the Meyers Law Firm, LC of Kansas City, MO; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed settlement will limit the County's financial obligation in this matter and is in the best interests of the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Jackson County; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the County Legislature of Jackson County, Missouri, that the County Counselor be and hereby is authorized to settle the claim of Darryl James by the total payment of $650,000.00, in full, final, and complete release of all of its claims against the County and all of its employees, officers, agents, and servants, as to any damages incurred; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Counselor be and hereby is authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effect this settlement; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director of Finance and Purchasing be and hereby is authorized to issue a check in the amount totaling $650,000.00 in full and complete settlement of this claim, payable to Darryl James and/or the Meyer Law Firm, LLC of Kansas City, MO.
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