City Denies Bulldog, Public Lawsuit Amounts

On March 29, The Bulldog sent a message to City of Ottawa media relations concerning the amount of money being spent on claims concerning the light-rail project.

This was the question:

Folks: What are the dollar values of disputes and lawsuits over $10 million concerning the light-rail project?

I’d like a list of the disputes and lawsuits with each occurrence showing its dollar value. That includes disputes and lawsuits that have not been released to the public which the public has very much a right to know as citizens and taxpayers. If you cannot provide exact figures give the public a realistic estimate.

Ottawans need full accountability of the actions of their representatives and public servants as is prescribed in the values of a democracy.

Thank you for your help.

cheers

kgray

This was the response received on April 14:

Good afternoon, Ken,

Please see the response below from staff.

“Any disputes between the City and the Project Companies on the LRT Projects are governed by the terms of the applicable Project Agreement and any related agreements. In keeping with the City’s practices, any resolutions of such disputes are confidential and cannot be publicly disclosed, including because of confidentiality provisions contained in any applicable settlement agreement.

Courts recognize that settlements serve the public interest by saving time and money, reducing the need for trials, and allowing parties to work together to resolve disputes. They also recognize that settlements are an essential part of the legal system, and that confidentiality is often necessary to reach a settlement. The City respects the importance of the settlement process in relation to any disputes in which it is involved.”

Attribution: Stuart Huxley, Interim City Solicitor

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