Agreement reached, settling DOJ lawsuit against the city

An agreement was approved settling a lawsuit against the city by the Department of Justice.

It centers on the hiring process for entry-level LPD officers.

The feds claim LPD used written and physical fitness test in the past that had an adverse impact on Hispanic and women applicants for probationary officer positions.

The resolution approving a consent decree passed without discussion.

Details of the agreement have not been released.