City of Carrollton v. Harlan

OPINION

Opinion by

Justice MAZZANT.

In this interlocutory appeal, the City of Carrollton contends the trial judge erred in denying its plea to the jurisdiction. The City contends appellee’s allegations do not fall within any waiver of governmental immunity. We agree. Accordingly, we reverse the judgment of the trial court and dismiss appellee’s claims against the City.

Factual and Procedural Background

Appellee Darlyne Harlan alleges that, on or about July 19, 2004, her house suffered approximately $8,000 in damages when a service crew from the City was servicing the municipal sewage system near…