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Council considers $50,000 settlement in Wasserman case amid public objections
Summary
The council considered a resolution to settle litigation brought by Michael S. Wasserman for $50,000 and approved an amendment to defer payment to FY2027; corporation counsel said details were limited by active federal litigation and residents voiced strong objections to paying the plaintiff.
The Long Beach City Council considered a resolution authorizing settlement of litigation brought by Michael S. Wasserman (case filed in May 2021) for $50,000. A council member moved to amend the resolution to add a whereas clause saying payment for the settlement would be made in fiscal year 2027 and that sufficient budget would be established to cover it.
Council attorneys advised the body that the matter involves active…
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