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Ethics Commission approves $4,500 settlement in Mecke campaign‑consultant case over objections to higher fine
Summary
The San Francisco Ethics Commission voted 4–1 to approve a stipulation resolving allegations that Quintin Mechke failed to register as a campaign consultant and failed to report consultant activity. Staff recommended $4,500 after reviewing the respondent—s recent tax returns and bank statements; some commissioners sought a larger penalty.
The San Francisco Ethics Commission voted 4–1 to approve a stipulated settlement resolving allegations that Quintin Mechke engaged in unreported campaign‑consultant activity in 2014 and 2015.
Staff described the settlement as "severe and enough to promote a deterrent effect," saying the penalty was informed by three years of the respondent—s tax returns and six months of bank statements provided to investigators. "This penalty amount is especially severe given that the respondent has demonstrated a financial inability to pay pursuant to our enforcement regulation…
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