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County Attorney's Report 19. 2.

BCC Regular Meeting

Action

Meeting Date:	07/11/2013
Issue: Thomas v. ConocoPhillips, Inc. Class Action Settlement
From:	Stephen West
Department:	County Attorney's Office
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation Concerning Thomas v. ConocoPhillips, Inc. Class Action Settlement

That the Board authorize the Chairman to execute a Proof of Claim and Release Form for various County properties entitled to participate in the Thomas v. ConocoPhillips, Inc. Class Action Settlement.

BACKGROUND:

The plaintiffs brought a class action lawsuit to recover property damages allegedly arising from environmental contamination associated with the industrial facilities owned and operated by the defendants. The parties have reached a $9.5 million settlement, and owners of properties in the affected area are entitled to participate in the settlement. The County owns fifteen parcels within the affected area.

BUDGETARY IMPACT:

The amount paid to the participating owners will vary depending on the location of their parcel and the number of owners that participate in the settlement. The payment to the County is expected to be between $15,000 and $30,000.

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:

If approved, the County Attorney's Office will process the Proof of Claim and Release forms for the Chairman's signature. A sample Proof of Claim and Release Form is attached.

PERSONNEL:

N/A

POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:

N/A

IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:

N/A

Attachments
Proof of Claim and Release Form