IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
Title
A RESOLUTION approving the settlement for a claim to Ozondu Ugbaja represented by The Meyers Law Firm of Kansas City, MO, for a total payment by the County of $25,000.00.
Intro
RESOLUTION NO. 22012, August 18, 2025
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, there was a claim against the County arising from an EEOC complaint; and,
WHEREAS, after a thorough investigation and mediation, the County Counselor recommends a settlement in the amount of $25,000.00, to be paid by the County to Ozondu Ugbaja represented by The Meyers Law Firm 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 by the total payment of $25,000.00, 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 $25,000.00 in full and complete settlement of this claim, payable to Ozondu Ugbaja represented by The Meyers Law Firm of Kansas City, MO.
Enacted and Approved
Effective Date: This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon its passage by a majority of the Legislature.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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