Narrative of Resolution:
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Authorize settlement with Herbert
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If Resolution requires expenditure of County Funds, provide the following information:
Amount to be authorized by Resolution: $6,500
Are funds already budgeted? No
Specify Compliance with Procurement Procedures: N/A
RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET COMMITTEE TO APPROVE A SETTLEMENT
WHEREAS, a former inmate at the Sullivan County Jail is suing the County in federal court;
WHEREAS, the Chief Jail Administrator believes that settlement is in the best interest of the County;
WHEREAS, the County Attorney’s Office agrees that settlement is in the best interest of the County;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Sullivan County Legislature hereby authorizes payment to Jeremiah Herbert in the amount of Six Thousand Five Hundred dollars ($6,500) for purposes of settlement.
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