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Title: RATIFICATION AND INDEMNIFICATION OF DUANE D’ANDREA IN THE MATTER OF EVENS OCCENAT VS. CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, ET AL
Summary
The document outlines a proposed motion for the City of Delray Beach to ratify the actions of and indemnify Human Resources Director Duane D’Andrea in relation to a legal complaint filed by former employee Evens Occenat. This complaint was lodged against both the City and D’Andrea on April 24, 2026. Under the Delray Beach Code of Ordinances, city officials, including D’Andrea, are entitled to legal representation for claims arising from their public duties. The indemnification provision allows city officials to be reimbursed for legal expenses if their actions were conducted in good faith and within their official capacity. The City Commission must vote affirmatively to ratify and indemnify, reflecting the importance of protecting city employees from personal liability