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San Leandro council votes to release HR investigation report after public pressure; debate over redactions and costs
Summary
After extensive public comment and debate, the San Leandro City Council voted to release an independent investigative report tied to a complaint by Vice Mayor Bowen, to post a summary of workplace-investigation costs, and to agendize restorative-justice discussion; council discussion included legal authority, redactions, cost figures and process concerns.
The San Leandro City Council voted to make public an independent investigation report tied to Vice Mayor Bowen’s complaint and to post an associated summary of workplace-investigation costs, following multiple public speakers who urged transparency. The council also voted to agendize a discussion about restorative justice mediation for the council.
City Attorney Rich Pierrette told the council that the body — as the holder of attorney-client privilege — may waive that privilege under California Evidence Code section 954 and specified options for scope and redactions. Pierrette said any waiver would apply only to the specific investigation report and potential exhibits prepared by HR Law Consultants.
Public commenters repeatedly urged release so the community could participate meaningfully in the disciplinary…
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