RESOLUTION NO. RS2011-1532

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

WHEREAS, on September 29, 2010, a Metropolitan Fire Department vehicle operated by a Metropolitan Government employee was dispatched on a medical call and while proceeding through the intersection of Lebanon Pike and McGavock Pike was struck by a vehicle operated by John Hooper, resulting in damage to the Metropolitan Fire 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 $8,763.39 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 John Hooper in an amount totaling $8,763.39, 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: Megan Barry, Anna Page

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY
Referred to:	Budget & Finance Committee
Introduced:	February 1, 2011
Adopted:	February 1, 2011
Approved:	February 2, 2011
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