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Ethics Commission moves to consider forfeiture and litigation over alleged $193,000 campaign donation tied to Supervisor Farrell
Summary
The commission debated a referral to the Bureau of Delinquent Revenue and voted to meet in closed session to discuss anticipated litigation concerning an alleged $193,000 improper contribution connected to Supervisor Mark Farrell; after closed session the Commission voted not to disclose the discussion and the chair said litigation is going forward.
The Ethics Commission considered a referral to the Bureau of Delinquent Revenue and whether to pursue forfeiture related to allegations involving Supervisor Mark Farrell.
Commissioner Keane outlined material in the packet alleging that $193,000 was improperly raised and used by an affiliated third‑party committee and that, under the law, those funds should be forfeited to the city. Keane urged the Commission to pursue collection and enforcement, saying the matter involved questions of responsibility for campaign conduct and possible laundering through related committees.
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