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File #:
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20-542
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Informational Report
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Status:
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Passed
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On agenda:
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10/12/2020
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Final action:
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10/12/2020
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Title:
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Kerri K. Powell, et al. v. City of Colorado Springs & Officer Matthew Hood Case No. 2020CV31155
It is recommended that City Council approve City representation for Officer Hood as required by the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act and the Liability of Peace Officers Act. Officer Hood was acting in the course and scope of his employment, and in good faith during the incident. As usual, it is recommended that the City reserve the right not to pay any award of punitive damages.
Presenter:
Wynetta Massey, City Attorney
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Title
Kerri K. Powell, et al. v. City of Colorado Springs & Officer Matthew Hood Case No. 2020CV31155
It is recommended that City Council approve City representation for Officer Hood as required by the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act and the Liability of Peace Officers Act. Officer Hood was acting in the course and scope of his employment, and in good faith during the incident. As usual, it is recommended that the City reserve the right not to pay any award of punitive damages.
Presenter:
Wynetta Massey, City Attorney
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Summary:
Kerri K. Powell, et al. v. City of Colorado Springs & Officer Matthew Hood Case No. 2020CV31155
It is recommended that City Council approve City representation for Officer Hood as required by the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act and the Liability of Peace Officers Act. Officer Hood was acting in the course and scope of his employment, and in good faith during the incident. As usual, it is recommended that the City reserve the right not to pay any award of punitive damages.
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