HomeMy WebLinkAboutDocumentation_Regular_08/12/2003INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO: MICHAEL COUZZO, JR. VILLAGE MANAGER
FROM: JEFFERY C. NEWELL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
SUBJECT: FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATION
DATE: 8/4/2003
CC:
I respectfully request an appropriation of forty two thousand dollars (42,000.) from the Community
Development reserves.
The purpose of this request is to cover the cost of an active lawsuit that has named the Village as a
defendant in the action. At present, the presiding Judge has not issued his decision in this matter.
Should the Judge find in favor of the plaintiff, I am expecting the other party to pursue a recovery of
costs from the Village.
I am of the opinion that the department of community development should be responsible for its
own legal actions. This lawsuit was instituted against the Village based upon a ch~~llenge to a permit
that was issued for a dock repair/replacement. Understanding, that this permit was issued prior to
my employment.
In conclusion, I am requesting this appropriation to cover the current and future billings for legal
services. If there are any questions concerning the lawsuit, please contact me at 575 0222.
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