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Title: RESOLUTION 49-26: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH AMENDING RESOLUTION 79-18 PROVIDING SETTLEMENT AUTHORITY LIMITS FOR ALL CLAIMS AND LITIGATION INVOLVING THE CITY; REMOVING AUTHORITY TO SETTLE CLAIMS AND LITIGATION FROM THE RISK MANAGEMENT DIVISION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Summary
Resolution 49-26, proposed by the City Commission of Delray Beach, aims to amend existing settlement authority limits established in Resolution 79-18. This resolution seeks to streamline the process for settling claims and litigation involving the city by removing the Risk Management Division's authority to settle claims. The City Manager will retain the authority to settle claims up to $65,000, while the City Attorney will have the authority for amounts up to $25,000. This change is intended to enhance efficiency in managing claims and is deemed beneficial for the welfare of Delray Beach residents. The resolution is set to take effect immediately upon its adoption.