Would you rather…
Take the Filner resignation deal, as outlined by Jan Goldsmith.. or
have recalled Filner and paid for up to $400,000 for a recall effort ?
***** Filner deal, as outlined by City Attorney Jan Goldsmith*****
1- criminal charges (alleged or real) against Filner are not resolved
2- Filner resigns Aug 30, 2013 at 5:30PM
3- Under CA law, the City would be liable is an employer (Mayor as employee) for financial damages.
4- One claim is filed, several are potential claims.
5- The City Attorney’s Office may defend the City and Filner for those claims. (The City is required to defend the City and will defend the Mayor with Filner’s opinion)
6- The City reserves the right to sue Filner for reimbursement, if damages are awarded.
7- If Filner hires outside council, the City may pay up to $98,000 towards that defense.
8- City reserves complete control over any settlements
A few rules:
1- you can’t answer “both”
2- you can answer “neither” but offer a credible defense
3- try to keep discussions on topic (why eliminating one is preferable to another)
4- try to remain in a state of curiosity rather than judgement –- it’s possible that you might learn something
5- have fun