City Council Discusses Closed-Door Litigation Involving Robert Chavez Jr. Claim

The Fresno City Council met in closed session August 14, 2025, to discuss existing litigation titled Robert Chavez, Jr. v. City of Fresno. The agenda item cited Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1).

The claim number listed is 1010102186-ADR-1, administered by PSI through Tristar Risk Management. The council took no public action following the closed session — the agenda shows only “DISCUSSED” as the recorded outcome.

The material provides no detail on the nature of Chavez’s claim, the amount sought, or the city’s position. Fresno Superior Court Case No. 23CECG00756 is referenced in the meeting record.

The Breakdown

• Robert Chavez, Jr. has filed a claim against the City of Fresno, currently in litigation in Fresno Superior Court under case number 23CECG00756.
• The City Council discussed the matter in closed session on August 14, 2025, under the statutory exception for existing litigation.
• The claim is being administered by PSI through Tristar Risk Management, assigned claim number 1010102186-ADR-1.
• No information is provided in the public record regarding the allegations, damages sought, or the city’s response.

What This Means for You

The council’s decision to discuss rather than act publicly means no vote, settlement amount, or position statement is on the record yet.

The material gives no explanation of what Chavez alleges the city did, what damages he seeks, or whether the city disputes liability.

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