HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-02-24; City Council; 07; Settlement of Workers’ Compensation Claim of John MaudCA Review JRT
Meeting Date: Feb. 24, 2026
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Geoff Patnoe, City Manager
Staff Contact: Kierstyn Yaross, Senior Human Resources Officer
kierstyn.yaross@carlsbadca.gov, 760-814-4288
Sarah Reiswig, Risk Manager
sarah.reiswig@carlsbadca.gov, 442-200-4718
Subject: Settlement of Workers’ Compensation Claim of John Maud
Districts: All
Recommended Action
Adopt a resolution authorizing settlement of the workers’ compensation claim of John Maud.
Executive Summary
Police Officer John Maud sustained a work-related injury during the course and scope of his
employment. The City Council is being asked to approve a stipulated award that entitles Mr.
Maud to a permanent disability award of $72,500 and future medical care.
Settlements exceeding $50,000 require the City Council’s approval.
Explanation & Analysis
The terms and conditions of the proposed settlement are set forth in the request for settlement
authority document, which is on file in the Human Resources Department. The terms and
conditions were agreed upon by Mr. Maud, the city, and have been recommended by
AdminSure Inc., the city's workers’ compensation administrator, and both parties’ legal counsel.
This permanent disability payment is required under California Labor Code Section 4650, and
“bad faith actions” or failure to comply with the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Rules
of Practice and Procedure may result in penalties and further litigation. Accordingly, staff
recommend timely action.
Fiscal Analysis
The cost of this settlement is $72,500. Funding for this settlement was included in the fiscal
year 2025-26 adopted budget from the Worker’s Compensation Self-Insurance Fund.
Next Steps
With the City Council’s approval, staff will file the appropriate documentation with the
Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board for its review and approval.
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Environmental Evaluation
The proposed action is not a “project” as defined by California Environmental Quality Act,
or CEQA, Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4) and does not require
environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) as it is a government fiscal
activity and does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a
potentially significant physical impact on the environment.
Exhibit
1.City Council resolution
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Exhibit 1 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-047 .
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING SETTLEMENT OF THE WORKERS’
COMPENSATION CLAIM OF JOHN MAUD
WHEREAS, AdminSure Inc., the city’s third-party administrator, has recommended a settlement
of the Workers’ Compensation claim of John Maud; and
WHEREAS, all parties have agreed to settle the claim before the Workers’ Compensation
Appeals Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That this action is not a “project” as defined by California Environmental Quality Act, or
CEQA, Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4) and does not require
environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) as it is a government
fiscal activity and does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may
result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment.
3.That the expenditure of $72,500 from the Workers’ Compensation Self-Insurance Fund
is authorized for the settlement of this claim.
4.That the City Council approves the request for settlement authority on file in the Human
Resources Department.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City
of Carlsbad on the 24th day of February, 2026, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Shin.
NAYS: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
ABSENT: None.
______________________________________
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
______________________________________
SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
(SEAL)
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