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Board hears public calls to investigate possible conflict of interest involving county treasurer
Summary
Speakers alleged the auditor-controller/treasurer runs a private financial firm and asked the board to investigate potential conflicts tied to management of the county investment pool; the CEO agreed to look into the concerns with county counsel.
Multiple speakers urged the Board of Supervisors to investigate a potential conflict of interest involving the county's auditor-controller/treasurer, who several commenters named as Ethan Mason and said operates a private financial-services firm while serving in the elected county post.
Public commenters said Mason earned more than $450,000 in 2024 and also drew compensation…
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