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City Legal Department Quarterly Litigation Report (Q4 FY 2025)

Original title: Legal Department’s Quarterly Litigation Report for the 4th Quarter of FY 2025 (Greater than 10,000)

Record date · March 16, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This is a quarterly report filed by the City Legal Department detailing active cases involving the city where the potential liability or claim amount exceeds $10,000. The document serves as a formal communication to the City Council regarding ongoing legal matters.

Why it matters

This report informs the public and the City Council about active legal disputes involving the city that could impact the municipal budget by more than $10,000.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Indirectly affected

City Taxpayers

The outcome of the litigation cases listed in the report may impact the city's financial resources.

Directly affected

City Council

The Council receives this information to maintain oversight of the city's legal liabilities.

Key Facts

  • The report covers the 4th Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025.
  • The report includes only litigation cases with a value greater than $10,000.
  • The document is filed under file number EC-26-65.
  • The report was formally introduced to the City Council on March 2, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this report contain?
It contains a list of active lawsuits or legal claims involving the city where the amount at stake is over $10,000.
Why is this report filed?
It is a standard to keep the City Council updated on significant legal matters.

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Reporting Lag

The report for Q4 FY 2025 was introduced in March 2026, indicating a standard delay between the end of the fiscal quarter and the formal filing.

Connected Entities

City Council, Legal Department
OrganizationCity Council“The body receiving the litigation report.”Map →
OrganizationLegal Department“The department responsible for filing the litigation report.”Map →

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