Settlement approval is requested for this matter, which will resolve a claim filed with the City of Houston Legal Department. Dennis Eubanks and Andrea Matthews, the subject claimants, have filed a claim against the City of Houston for property damages occurring on May 2, 2021. The claimants allege that employees in Houston Public Works Department negligently used motor driven equipment and while clearing a stoppage in a sewer line pumped sewage into the claimant’s home. The claimants seek to recover for alleged damages to their home and personal items.
Based upon damage estimates, I recommend this matter be settled for $100,000.00 with warrant made payable to Dennis Eubanks and Andrea Matthews, 11924 S. Durrette Dr., Houston, TX 77024.
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Arturo G. Michel, City Attorney
Fiscal Note:
Funding for this item is included in the FY2022 Adopted Budget. Therefore, no Fiscal Note is required as stated in the Financial Policy.