01-20-2009 - Government Tort Claim Denials0
TO: Andrew G. Pasmant, City Manager
and City Council
FROM: Erin Hoppe,
Risk Management Director
SUBJECT: GOVERNMENT TORT CLAIM DENIALS
RECOMMENDATION:
City of west Covina
MEMORANDUM
AGENDA
ITEM NO. D - 3
DATE January 20, 2009
It is recommended that the City Council deny the following Government Tort Claims and the
claimants and/or their respective attorneys be so notified.
Ismael Morales vs. City of West Covina
Miguel Munoz vs. City of West Covina
Maureen E. Bowen vs. City of West Covina
Monica Villalvazo & Jose Felix vs. City of West Covina
DISCUSSION:
After a review of the investigation in these matters, staff and the City's claims administrator,
NovaPro Risk Solutions, determined the City was not liable and recommend denial.
As you are aware, since all claims should be considered potential lawsuits, it is requested; that all
Councilmembers refrain from making specific public comments so as not to prejudice any claim.
Specific questions should be referred to the City Attorney.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Unknown at this time.
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Prepared by: Debbie DomiA916—
Safety & Claims Manager
Reviewed/Approved by: Ffjrf Patricia Hoppe
Risk Management Director