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Approve the proposed negotiated settlement in the Kaprow v. Seminole County Supervisor of Elections matter (Case No. 2024-CA-1340) for the total amount of $150,000. Countywide (Ralph Caravello, Risk Manager)
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Resource Management - Risk Management
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Authorized By:
Lorie Bailey Brown, CFO/Resource Management Director
Contact/Phone Number:
Ralph Caravello/407-665-5258
Background:
This matter involves the Claimants’ alleged defamation by Christoper Anderson in his capacity as the Supervisor of Elections (SOE) for Seminole County, Florida. A negotiated settlement, subject to Board approval, in the amount of $150,000 has been agreed upon by the SOE (Amy Pennock) and Mr./Mrs. Kaprow. Under the terms of the settlement, Mr./Mrs. Kaprow agree to unconditionally release, waive, and forever discharge SOE. The SOE, under the terms of settlement, unconditionally release, waive, and forever discharge any actions against Mr./Mrs. Kaprow.
Requested Action:
Staff requests that the Board approve the settlement of all outstanding claims, causes of action, or rights that the Claimants may have against Seminole County Supervisor of Elections for the total amount of $150,000 and authorize staff and counsel to execute all necessary settlement documents.