Request for Committee Action
A briefing memo explaining the purpose, background, and impact of the requested action.
Legal Settlement: Workers' Compensation claim of Karl Olson (RCA-2021-00430)
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT
To Committee(s)
| # | Committee Name | Meeting Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Policy & Government Oversight Committee | April 14, 2021 |
Lead Staff:
Emily Ann Colby
Presented By:
Emily Ann Colby
Action Item(s)
| # | File Type | Subcategory | Item Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Action | Settlement | Approving the Workers' Compensation claim of Karl Olson by payment of $190,000 over three years to Mr. Olson and his attorneys Meuser Law Firm, and authorizing the City Attorney's Office to execute any documents necessary to effectuate the settlement. |
Ward / Neighborhood / Address
| # | Ward | Neighborhood | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Not Applicable |
Background Analysis
Former police officer Karl Olson sustained admitted work-related injuries. The parties reached a tentative settlement by payment of $190,000 over three years from fund 06930-1450100-789410-145400. Risk Management believes the settlement is in the best interests of the City and recommends approval by this Committee and the City Council.