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Collegedale approves assignment of train-derailment claim to Norfolk Southern for reimbursement
Summary
The Collegedale City Commission voted unanimously to authorize the mayor to assign the city’s claim from the Dec. 20, 2022 train derailment to Norfolk Southern so the railroad can pursue reimbursement; staff said the city has already paid contractors and expects to be reimbursed.
The Collegedale City Commission on Oct. 6 approved Resolution 554 authorizing the mayor to execute an assignment of the city’s claims from the Dec. 20, 2022 train derailment to Norfolk Southern in exchange for a payment described in the resolution.
City staff explained the measure transfers the city’s right to pursue reimbursement to Norfolk Southern after the city paid contractor and consultant costs. "Again,…
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