Hannan lawsuit settlement and police accountability
Summary
The council approved paying $800,000 from the Sinking Fund to settle Leslie Hannan's case against the city — a case involving police failure to protect a 911 caller.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
$800,000 from the Sinking Fund.
The plaintiff and her counsel; the city resolves the litigation.
Taxpayers fund the settlement.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Council (Regular) - Feb 25, 2026
The council approved paying $800,000 from the Sinking Fund to settle Leslie Hannan's case against the city — a case involving police failure to protect a 911 caller.
Council Urban & Economic Development Committee - Feb 25, 2026
The city is paying $800,000 for a 2023 case where police responded to a domestic call and the plaintiff was later assaulted. Councilors said recent large settlements signal a gap between policy and practice and want accountability hearings.
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