Legislation Details

File #: 26-187    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Informational Report Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 4/23/2026 In control: City Council
On agenda: 4/28/2026 Final action:
Title: Request for approval of settlement amount in a claim arising from an arrest by officers on April 24, 2022. Presenter: Marc Smith, Acting City Attorney
Attachments: 1. 26-187_Canett_QuarterlyReportExcerpt
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Title

Request for approval of settlement amount in a claim arising from an arrest by officers on April 24, 2022.

 

  Presenter: 

Marc Smith, Acting City Attorney

 

Body

  Summary:

The City Attorney has offered to settle litigation for an amount more than $250,000, contingent upon City Council approval. The claim alleges a violation of Colorado constitutional law by two police officers.

 

  Background: 

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  Previous Council Action:

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  Financial Implications:

There are sufficient appropriated funds to pay this settlement.

 

  City Council Appointed Board/Commission/Committee Recommendation:

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  Stakeholder Process:

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  Alternatives:

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Recommended Action

  Proposed Motion:

Move for approval of a $750,000 settlement amount for a claim arising from an arrest on April 24, 2022.

 

Summary of Ordinance Language

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