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Citizen Challenges City Auditor's Legitimacy Amid Legal Battle

June 19, 2024 | Virginia Beach, Princess Anne County, Virginia



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Citizen Challenges City Auditor's Legitimacy Amid Legal Battle
In a recent government meeting, a citizen raised significant concerns regarding the city’s charter and the role of the city auditor, questioning the legal basis for the auditor's position and advocating against a proposed pay raise for the auditor. The citizen, who has filed a federal lawsuit against the city, argued that discrepancies in the city charter and municipal code have led to confusion and potential violations of rights.

The speaker highlighted that multiple copies of the city charter do not mention a city auditor, and state law does not provide clarity on the matter. They expressed frustration over the lack of transparency and accountability from city officials, stating that their attempts to address these issues have been met with obstruction. The citizen emphasized that they had to resort to legal action to compel the city to acknowledge their concerns, which they believe have been ignored for years.

Additionally, the speaker criticized the city manager for banning them from city hall without a clear end date, describing it as a \"bill of attainder\" that unfairly targets them due to their advocacy efforts. They also pointed out that important amendments and sections of the city charter were missing, which they claim has hindered their ability to seek justice and resolution for their grievances.

The meeting concluded without further public comment, leaving the citizen's concerns unresolved and highlighting ongoing tensions between city officials and constituents seeking clarity and fairness in governance.

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