Title
La Margo Settlement Agreement
History
In 2020, the Village’s former Village Manager, Joseph La Margo, filed a lawsuit against the Village, Mayor Pekau, Trustee Healy, and the Mayor’s political campaign alleging claims for breach of resignation agreement, defamation and intentional infliction of emotional distress. All defendants responded to the Complaint denying all allegations, and the Village also filed counterclaims against Mr. La Margo.
On June 12, 2023, Judge Curry granted summary judgment in favor of all defendants on La Margo’s claims and denied La Margo’s motion for summary judgment on the Village’s counterclaims. La Margo filed an appeal of Judge Curry’s decision granting summary judgment in favor of the Defendants on his claims, and the counterclaims were set to go to trial.
The parties have reached a settlement that resolves the Village’s counterclaims and dismisses the appeal. The terms of the settlement are specifically set forth in the Settlement Agreement and include a monetary payment from La Margo to the Village, as well as the provision of a sworn statement from La Margo detailing certain information relating to the issues involved in this matter. Should the Settlement Agreement be approved by the Village Board, it will put an end to this litigation.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve the settlement agreement between the Village of Orland Park and Joseph La Margo;
AND
Authorize the Village President to execute a settlement agreement subject to Village Attorney review.