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RESOLUTION APPROVING SETTLEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $18,443.83 TO MAI KIM FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIMS.
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CITY PROPOSAL:
RESOLVED, that the city council approves settlement in the amount of $18,443.83 of all claims or causes of action asserted by Mai Kim pursuant to the release of property damage claim, attached hereto as Exhibit A, and further authorizes the proper city officials to take all actions necessary to conclude this matter on a full, final and complete basis; payment to be made from Fund No. 610-036-1651-5841 (Self Insurance Liabilities, Insurance Accounts, Insurance General City, Liability Claims Expense).
Statement of Purpose
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: This resolution authorizes settlement with Mai Kim against the city arising out of an incident that took place on or about October 14, 2025 at or near 426 E 6th Street, Duluth, Minnesota wherein Ms. Kim alleges that her house was damaged by a City of Duluth tree falling on the house during city tree-felling operations. The city has fully investigated the claims and defenses in this matter. The administration and city attorney recommend approval of this settlement agreement.