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Parlier resident says armed security forced at senior-center rental; council orders review and refund follow-up
Summary
A resident told the council she was forced to hire armed security for a non-alcohol event at the senior center, said guards were intrusive and that contract language cited a city manager instruction; councilmembers apologized, said no council policy had authorized forced vendors, and directed staff to investigate contracts, insurance guidance, and refund requests.
Janet Reyes told the Parlier City Council on Jan. 18 that renting the senior center for a non-alcohol birthday party was "the worst experience," alleging she was forced to obtain security that included armed guards who made guests uncomfortable and recorded attendees. Reyes said the security clause on her contract referenced a city manager instruction and that she felt targeted because of a relationship to the mayor; she asked the city to return her rental payment, deposit and…
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