Chapter 3.40
CLAIMS ADMINISTRATION

Sections:

3.40.010    General.

3.40.020    Special claims procedures.

3.40.030    Delegation of authority to reject claims.

3.40.040    Settlement authority.

3.40.010 General.

The general claims procedures applicable to local public agencies, including this City, are governed by the provisions of Chapter 1 of Division 3.16 of the California Government Code. (Ord. 2065 § 1(A), 2018; Ord. 1431 § 3, 1994)

3.40.020 Special claims procedures.

Pursuant to the authority of Section 935 of the California Government Code and notwithstanding the exceptions contained in Section 905 thereof, all claims against the City for money or damages when a procedure for processing such claims is not otherwise provided by state law, shall be presented within time limitations and in the manner prescribed by Sections 910 and 915.2 of the California Government Code. Such claims shall be further subject to the provisions of Section 945.4 of the California Government Code related to the prohibition of suits in the absence of the presentation of claims and action thereon by the Council. (Ord. 2065 § 1(A), 2018; Ord. 1431 § 3, 1994)

3.40.030 Delegation of authority to reject claims.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 935.4, the City Council authorizes the City Attorney to reject claims filed pursuant to the chapter. (Ord. 2065 § 1(A), 2018; Ord. 1431 § 3, 1994)

3.40.040 Settlement authority.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 935.4, the City Council authorizes the City Attorney to settle claims up to $100,000. Claims above $10,000 require the concurrence of the City Manager. Claims in excess of $100,000 or those involving action which requires City Council approval must be approved by the City Council. (Ord. 2065 §§ 1(A), (G), 2018; Ord. 1431 § 3, 1994)