Salinas, CA · Monterey County
Claim for Damages to Person or Property
This form lets a person submit a claim to the City of Salinas for damage to property or injury to a person allegedly involving the city.
What this form is
Use this form to describe damage or injury and explain why you believe the City of Salinas is responsible. It asks for claimant contact information, details about the incident, the amount claimed, and information about witnesses, medical care, and any city employee involved. The form states filing time limits for claims involving personal injury or property damage and requires a signature on page two.
Who needs it
A person claiming damage to property or injury allegedly involving the City of Salinas can complete and file this form.
How to submit it
File the signed claim with the City Clerk’s Office at 200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, California 93901. The form says claims must be filed with the City Clerk.
About notarization
This claim is signed and dated without a notary; the form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Claim Form
Download the City of Salinas Claim for Damages to Person or Property PDF.
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Complete The Claim
Provide claimant and incident details, describe the damage or injury, explain why you believe the city is responsible, and calculate the amount claimed.
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Gather Supporting Documents
Attach supporting documentation such as estimates or invoices. Sign any separate sheets you include.
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Sign And File
Sign and date page two, then file the claim with the City Clerk’s Office at 200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, California 93901.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Claim for Damages to Person or Property request?
- It asks for information about the claimant, the incident, why the city is considered responsible, the damages claimed, and supporting details such as witnesses and medical care.
- How do I submit the claim?
- Sign the form on page two and file it with the City Clerk’s Office at 200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, California 93901.
- Do I need a notary for the Claim for Damages to Person or Property?
- No. The form calls for a signature and date, but does not identify a notarized or sworn attachment.
- What documents can I attach to the claim?
- The instructions say to attach supporting documentation, such as estimates or invoices. You may also attach separate sheets for details and sign each sheet.