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Consider directing staff to issue an RFP for public adjuster services to evaluate recent insurance claims, payments, and/or evaluations.
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INITIATOR: Mayor Stan Booker and Councilman Randy Warren
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: Mayor Stan Booker and Councilman Randy Warren
BACKGROUND: The City of Lawton recently experienced significant property damage to both vehicles and buildings due to severe weather. City staff has been diligently collaborating with our insurance providers and FEMA to achieve the best possible outcomes in the aftermath of the recent severe weather outbreak. However, it has come to our attention that engaging a public adjuster, acting on behalf of the insured, may offer an additional avenue for securing even more favorable settlements beyond the efforts undertaken with our current partners.
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STAFF RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: Direct staff to issue an RFP for public adjuster services to evaluate recent insurance claims, payments, and/or evaluations.