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CityCouncil | 2020-02-18 | 23 | Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion. The City Attorney stated Council may want to consider the exemption of worker's compensation cases. Councilmember Daysog expressed support for the exemptions. The City Attorney stated another exemption to consider are cases where insurance carriers already pierce the excess insurance layer, indicating a settlement; discussed a loss of coverage scenario. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft requested clarification. Councilmember Vella expressed support for a Council update; stated a call for review may be implemented if necessary; noted a cap on the amounts might prove difficult. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for a Council update when settlements are made. The City Attorney stated an annual report is made public; a report to Council is amenable. Councilmember Daysog stated that information is always good to have. (20-106) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated a motion is needed to consider the remaining item, the referral [paragraph no. 20-108]. Councilmember Vella moved approval of hearing the referral. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. *** In response to Councilmember Daysog, the City Attorney stated approval of the item will cause less closed session items. Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he appreciates an annual report; a threshold of $25,000 should yield an alert of settlement and allow for action to be taken if necessary. The City Attorney stated within 5 days, updates will be provided for any amount in excess of $25,000. Councilmember Oddie expressed support for the annual report becoming a quarterly report; stated many Councilmembers have expressed concern about a subset of claims. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council February 18, 2020 21 | CityCouncil/2020-02-18.pdf |