This matter is on for consideration of a Resolution consenting to a settlement entered into by CIAW and Munich Reinsurance to resolve and settle the claims brought by Gary Dobbs. The plaintiff filed a lawsuit on May 17, 2019 in Yakima County Superior Court Case No. 19-2-01802-39, entitled Gary Dobbs v. City of Yakima, et al.

The claim of the above-named plaintiff against the City of Yakima was settled by CIAW and Munich Reinsurance through post-mediation settlement discussions held on February 18, 2022, subject to Yakima City Council’s approval.  A copy of the CR 2A Memorandum of Settlement Agreement is included.

The aggregate amount to be paid on behalf of the City of Yakima towards settlement of plaintiff’s claim is $170,000, all of which shall be paid by the City’s insurance through CIAW and Munich Reinsurance. The City of Yakima has already paid its deductible for this claim and is paying no money toward settlement of plaintiff’s claim. The lawsuit against the City of Yakima will be dismissed, with prejudice, upon Plaintiff’s receipt of the full settlement amount, with each party bearing their own costs.