RESOLUTION NO. RS2011-31

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

WHEREAS, on December 7, 2010, a Metropolitan Police Department vehicle operated by a Metropolitan Government employee was traveling on Old Hickory Boulevard when his vehicle was struck by a vehicle operated by James F. Eurton, 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 $7,226.24 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 James F. Eurton in an amount totaling $7,226.24, 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: Sean McGuire

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY

Referred to: Budget & Finance Committee
Introduced: October 4, 2011
Adopted: October 4, 2011
Approved: October 6, 2011
By: mayor's signature