City of Gainesville - File #: 080866.

• File #: 080866.
• Version: 0
• Name: Paul and Janet Bliton (B)
• Type: Staff Recommendation
• Status: Passed
• File created: 3/19/2009
• In control: City Attorney
• Final action: 3/19/2009
• Title: Paul and Janet Bliton vs. City of Gainesville; Alachua County Circuit Court; Case No.: 01-09-CA-0807 (B)

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result
3/19/2009	0	City Commission	Approved as Recommended	Pass

title

Paul and Janet Bliton vs. City of Gainesville; Alachua County Circuit Court; Case No.:  01-09-CA-0807 (B)

recommendation

The City Commission authorize the City Attorney to represent the City in the case styled Paul and Janet Bliton vs. City of Gainesville; Alachua County Circuit Court; Case No.:  01-09-CA-0807.

explanation

On February 24, 2009, the City of Gainesville was served with a summons and complaint.  The Plaintiffs allege that a diseased tree located on City property fell onto their home causing extensive damage. The Plaintiffs are claiming damages in excess of $15,000.00.