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Consider adopting a resolution approving the joint petition settlement and making payment in the workers’ compensation claim of Matthew McKinney.
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INITIATOR: City Attorney, John Ratliff
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: Deputy City Attorney, Kelea Fisher
BACKGROUND: This matter involves the workers’ compensation claim of Matthew McKinney, a Firefighter for the City of Lawton, Fire Department who alleges injury to the back that was reported on April 20, 2018. Settlement has been reached subject to City Council approval with the claimant agreeing to accept the City’s offer of $5,000.00, including $1,000.00 as attorney fees.
EXHIBIT: Resolution No. 2021-________
KEY ISSUES: N/A
FUNDING SOURCE: Sinking fund
STAFF RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: Adopt a resolution approving the Joint Petition settlement and making payment in the pending workers’ compensation claim of Matthew McKinney.