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Commission approves $340,000 settlement in Cairns v. City of Traverse City
Summary
After a closed‑session attorney consultation, the commission approved a settlement of $340,000 in the case Cairns v. City of Traverse City (Grand Traverse County Circuit Court). The settlement vote was unanimous.
Following a closed session to consult with counsel on trial and settlement strategy pursuant to MCL 15.268(e), the City Commission voted to approve a settlement in the case Cairns v. City of Traverse City (Grand Traverse County Circuit Court case number 2437277CD) in the amount of $340,000.
How it proceeded: The commission first voted earlier in the meeting to add a closed-session item under MCL 15.268(e) to consult with the city’s attorney regarding trial and settlement strategy for the named case. After holding the closed session immediately following general public comment, the commission reconvened in open session and, by unanimous voice or roll-call, approved the settlement motion introduced by Mayor Pro Tem Wilson and seconded by Commissioner Stanley.
Why it mattered: The settlement resolves pending litigation against the city and was authorized following attorney consultation in closed session as allowed by Michigan law. The commission approved payment of $340,000 as the settlement amount.
Outcome: Motion to approve the settlement passed unanimously and the meeting adjourned.
