Board of Estimate & Contract:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
SETTLEMENT CLAIM FILED BY BRIANNA MECCA
WHEREAS, on February 28, 2024, Brianna Mecca filed an Article 78 against the City of Mount Vernon (the “City”), alleging that she sustained personal injuries on October 30, 2023, after being struck by a motor vehicle while walking back to the Department from getting lunch, and seeking damages for $100,000; and
WHEREAS, the Corporation Counsel, by letter dated August 13, 2025, has recommended that the Board of Estimate and Contract approve a settlement of this matter in the amount of $30,000; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the claim of Brianna Mecca is hereby settled in the amount of $30,000.00, and said settlement is hereby approved; and be it further
RESOLVED, that payment of the settlement shall be made from Budget Code A1930.494 (Judgments & Settlements), 2025 Budget.