HomeMy WebLinkAboutcover memoCITY OF MIAMI
CITY ATTORNEY' S .OFFICE
ME : T NDUM
TO: Mayor and Members
FROM: Alejandro Vilare
DATE: June 9, 2004
RE:
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Proposed Settlemen ity Commission Agenda -June 24, 2004
Clifford Elam vs. ' ity of Miami & Steven Wathan
United States District Court, Case No.: 03-20223-CIV-UNGARO-BENAGES
(File No. 04-00610)
The attached proposed Resolution seeks authorization for the settlement of all claims
against the City of Miami, its officers, agents, and employees, in the above -referenced case, in
the amount of $31,000.
This is a federal civil rights lawsuit filed by Clifford Elam, who, at the time of the
incident, was apprehended by K-9 inside a previously abandoned residence, but at the time under
reconstruction. Mr. Elam alleges false arrest, malicious prosecution, and the use of excessive
force in his apprehension. All criminal charges were dropped by the State Attorney.
Funds in the amount of $31,000 will be allocated from the Self -Insurance and Insurance
Trust Fund, Index Code No. 515001.624401.6.652.
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Attachment(s)
c: Joe Arriola, City Manager
Elvi G. Alonso, Agenda Coordinator