RESOLUTION NO. RS2009-946

A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the Metropolitan Government’s property damage claim against William Holladay.

WHEREAS, on November 6, 2008, a Metropolitan Police Department vehicle operated by a Metropolitan Government employee was executing a traffic stop in the right hand lane of 26th Avenue North and Charlotte Avenue and was struck in the rear by a vehicle operated by William Holladay, resulting in damage to the Metropolitan Police Department vehicle; and,

WHEREAS, after investigation, the Department of Law believes that the settlement listed in Section 1 is fair and reasonable and in the best interest of the Metropolitan Government and recommends that the Metropolitan Government accept payment in the amount of $9,521.24 as compensation for all damages to Metropolitan Government property.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:

Section 1: The Metropolitan Department of Law is authorized to compromise and settle its recovery claim against William Holladay in an amount totaling $9,521.24, which shall be deposited into an appropriate fund and account as determined by the Department of Finance.

Section 2: This resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.

Sponsored by: Ronnie Steine

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY

Referred to: Budget & Finance Committee
Introduced: September 15, 2009
Adopted: September 15, 2009
Approved: September 22, 2009
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