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Increase in Workers' Compensation Settlement for Kathyann Wanciak

Original title: Amending Resolution No. 26-039, which approved the Settlement Agreement between the City of Key West and Kathyann Wanciak in her workers' compensation case in the amount of $490,000.00 increasing the total settlement amount by $100,000.00, for a new total settlement amount of $590,000.00, to cover the Medicare Set-Aside for future medical care related to the August 21, 2015 date of accident; Approving the amended Settlement Agreement in a total amount of $590,000.00, inclusive of attorneys fees and costs; Authorizing the City Manager to execute all settlement documents upon the advice and consent of the City Attorney's Office.

July 1, 2026

Workers' CompensationCity BudgetLegal SettlementKey WestMedicare

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The Frame

What this does

This resolution increases the city's financial obligation for a specific claim by $100,000, bringing the total payout to $590,000.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Kathyann Wanciak

The individual receiving the increased settlement payment for her workers' compensation claim.

City of Key West

The municipal entity responsible for paying the increased settlement amount from city funds.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 1, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Key West City Commission has approved an additional $100,000 for a settlement with Kathyann Wanciak. This brings the total settlement amount to $590,000 to cover future medical costs related to a 2015 workplace accident.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the city paying more for this settlement?
The additional $100,000 is specifically allocated to cover a , which provides for future medical care related to the 2015 accident.
Does the $590,000 include legal fees?
Yes, the total settlement amount is inclusive of all attorney fees and costs.

Why It Matters

This resolution increases the city's financial obligation for a specific claim by $100,000, bringing the total payout to $590,000.

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Settlement Adjustment

The city is increasing a prior settlement by approximately 20% to account for long-term medical care requirements.

City of Key WestKathyann Wanciak

Connected Entities

personKathyann Wanciak“The individual receiving the workers' compensation settlement.”Map →
personCity Manager“Authorized to execute the settlement documents.”Map →
organizationCity of Key West“The municipal government entity settling the claim.”Map →
organizationCity Attorney's Office“Provides advice and consent for the settlement execution.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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