File #: 19141    Version: 0 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 5/2/2016 In control: County Legislature
On agenda: 5/2/2016 Final action: 5/2/2016
Title: A RESOLUTION authorizing the County Counselor to settle the claims of the Estate of Donna Dennison, in the case styled Estate of Donna Dennison v. Jackson County, Missouri, No. 1516-CV15280, now pending in the Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri, for a total payment by the County of $15,000.00.
Sponsors: Crystal Williams
Indexes: DONNA DENNISON VS. JACKSON COUNTY , SETTLEMENT OF CLAIM
Attachments: 1. 19141adopt.pdf
IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI

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A RESOLUTION authorizing the County Counselor to settle the claims of the Estate of Donna Dennison, in the case styled Estate of Donna Dennison v. Jackson County, Missouri, No. 1516-CV15280, now pending in the Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri, for a total payment by the County of $15,000.00.


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RESOLUTION NO. 19141, May 2, 2016

INTRODUCED BY Crystal Williams, County Legislator


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WHEREAS, the Estate of Donna Dennison filed a lawsuit styled Estate of Donna Dennison v. Jackson County, Missouri, No. 1516-CV15280, now pending in the Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri, seeking compensation for injuries allegedly incurred by Donna Dennison in a fall on County property; and,

WHEREAS, after a thorough investigation and negotiations, the County Counselor recommends a settlement in the amount of $15,000.00 to be paid by the County to the Estate of Donna Dennison, through its attorney John P. Ryan; 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 claims of the Estate of Donna Dennison, in the case styled Estate of Donna Dennison v. Jackson County, Missouri, No. 1516-CV15280, by the total payment of $15,000.00, in full, final and complete release of all of the 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 or checks in an amount totaling $15,000.00 i...

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