HomeMy WebLinkAboutPR 16993: PROPOERTY DAMAGE SETTLEMENT FOR POLICE VEHICLE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR 7r 1v
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MEMORANDUM 2012 APR 1 1 [1111: 10
TO: John A. Comeaux, P.E., Acting City Manager
FROM: Lisa Colten, Safety & Risk Management Coordinator
DATE: April 9, 2012
SUBJECT: A Resolution Approving a Property Damage Settlement in the Amount of
$11,464.82 for Damages to City of Port Arthur Police Vehicle #1815
COMMENTS
RECOMMENDATION:
I recommend approval of Proposed Resolution No. 16993 authorizing the property damage settlement
against Christopher Madden (Thresa Wingate, vehicle owner) and Southern Farm Bureau Casualty
Insurance Company (Southern Farm Bureau) for damage sustained to Police Vehicle #1815 (2010
Dodge Charger). The amount of the proposed settlement is $11,464.82.
The proposed settlement amount represents the final cost of property damages; therefore, this
is considered a fair and reasonable settlement.
BACKGROUND:
On December 20, 2011, City Police Vehicle #1815 struck a vehicle operated by Mr. Madden who had
failed to yield the right -of -way. A property damage claim was filed with Southern Farm Bureau, liability
insurance carrier for Mr. Madden and Ms. Wingate, for the cost of damage expenses to the Police
vehicle. Southern Farm Bureau has offered the City $11,464.82 to settle this property damage claim on
behalf of Mr. Madden and Ms. Wingate.
BUDGETARY /FISCAL EFFECT:
The funds received will be deposited in the account recommended by the Finance Director.
STAFFING /EMPLOYEE EFFECT:
No effect on staffing levels:
SUMMARY:
I recommend approval of Proposed Resolution No. 16993 authorizing the property damage settlement
against Christopher Madden (Thresa Wingate, vehicle owner) and Southern Farm Bureau Casualty
Insurance Company (Southern Farm Bureau) for damage sustained to Police Vehicle #1815 (2010
Dodge Charger). The amount of the proposed settlement is $11,464.82.
The proposed settlement amount represents the final cost of property damages; therefore, this
is considered a fair and reasonable settlement.
"REMEMBER, WE ARE HERE TO SERVE THE CITIZENS OF PORT ARTHUR"
P.R. No. 16993
4/09/12 LJC
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY
TO EXECUTE THE SETTLEMENT OF AN AUTOMOBILE PHYSICAL DAMAGE CLAIM
IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,464.82 MADE AGAINST CHRISTOPHER MADDEN, THRESA WINGATE,
AND SOUTHERN FARM BUREAU CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
AS A RESULT OF THE PROPERTY DAMAGE TO CITY POLICE VEHICLE #1815
WHEREAS, on December 20, 2011, City of Port Arthur Police Vehicle #1815 (2010 Dodge Charger)
was damaged when it struck a vehicle which had failed to yield the right -of -way; and,
WHEREAS, as a result of the damage, a claim was filed with Christopher Madden, Thresa Wingate, and
Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company (Southern Farm Bureau); and,
WHEREAS, Southern Farm Bureau has offered to settle the claim for $11,464.82 (final cost of repairs),
which is considered a fair and reasonable settlement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR,
TEXAS:
Section 1. That, the facts and opinions in the preamble are true and correct.
Section 2. That, the City Manager is hereby authorized to do all things necessary to execute settlement
in the amount of $11,464.82 for the claim against Southern Farm Bureau.
Section 3. That, a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of the City Council.
READ, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED this day of , AD, 2012, at a Meeting of
the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, Texas, by the following vote: AYES:
Mayor:
Councilmembers:
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NOES: •
Deloris "Bobbie" Prince, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sherri Bellard, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Val Tizeno, City Attii ey
APPROVED FOR ADMINISTRATION:
John A. Comeaux, P.E., Acting City Manager