02-01-2011 - Government Tort Claim DenialsMEMORANDUM
A GENDA
TO: Andrew G. Pasmant, City Manager
and City Council ITEM NO. 3
FROM: Erin Hoppe, DATE February 1, 2011
Risk Management Director
SUBJECT: GOVERNMENT TORT CLAIM DENIALS
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council deny the following Government Tort Claims, and the
claimants and/or their respective attorneys be so notified.
Albert Montes vs. City of West Covina
Omar Islas vs. City of West Covina
Tracy Pang vs. City of West Covina
Ernesto Lopez vs. City of West Covina
Elizabeth (Betty) Parnell 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.
Prepared by: Debbie Do ing e
Safety & Claims Manager
Reviewed/Approved by:;Eri Patricia Hoppe
Risk Management Director