Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Andrew J. Meyers
Department: County Attorney
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Requested Action
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MOTION TO APPROVE settlement, including costs and attorney’s fees, in the case of Christopher Rosinski v. Broward County, 17th Judicial Circuit Court Case No. CACE19-003472 (25); and to authorize the County Administrator to execute the settlement agreement, subject to review for legal sufficiency by the Office of the County Attorney.
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Why Action is Necessary
Board approval is necessary to resolve this pending lawsuit and authorize execution of the settlement agreement.
What Action Accomplishes
Settles pending litigation and authorizes the County Administrator to execute the settlement agreement.
Is this Action Goal Related
No
Previous Action Taken
Summary Explanation/Background
This matter is a whistleblower retaliation action brought by a former Broward County employee. The Second Amended Complaint alleges that the retaliatory actions of Broward County led the employee to resign his position, resulting in damages, including back pay and emotional distress.
The plaintiff has agreed to release Broward County from all claims arising from his lawsuit in exchange for $91,500, which includes costs and attorney’s fees, subject to Board approval.
The Port Everglades Department recommends approval of this settlement.
Source of Additional Information
Adam M. Katzman, Senior Assistant County Attorney, 954-357-7600
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact/Cost Summary
The source of funds is the Port Everglades Department.