26-2405: Approve a settlement in Cody Jones, Tiffany Jones, individually and as next friend of M.J., a minor v. The City of Austin and Susan Clark, Cause No. D-1-GN-25-004001. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Liability Reserve Fund.

Description

Approve a settlement in Cody Jones, Tiffany Jones, individually and as next friend of M.J., a minor v. The City of Austin and Susan Clark, Cause No. D-1-GN-25-004001. Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Liability Reserve Fund.

Summary

The City of Austin is considering approval of a settlement in *Cody Jones, Tiffany Jones, individually and as next friend of M.J., a minor v. The City of Austin and Susan Clark*, Cause No. D-1-GN-25-004001. The lawsuit concerns personal injuries arising from a collision involving an Austin Facilities Management vehicle. The City Attorney’s Office recommends the action, with funding available from the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 Liability Reserve Fund. The item affects the plaintiffs, the City, and its liability reserves, and would resolve the litigation without further court proceedings. The City Council is scheduled to consider the recommendation on August 27, 2026.