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Public commenters press Riverside council over city manager conduct and procurement questions

Riverside City Council · May 5, 2026
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Summary

Multiple public speakers raised concerns about the city manager's contract, alleged staff communications involving the manager's spouse, and procurement documentation; callers urged audits, access to purchase orders and personnel action based on conduct.

Several members of the public used the council's public-comment period to press elected officials about the status and conduct of the city manager and to request reviews of procurement and personnel matters.

What public speakers said: One caller alleged that the council had issued a certified letter to "Susy Freeman" and said such communications had created stress for city staff and raised questions about the manager's household communications influencing internal operations. "El consejo ha dado una carta certificada a Susy Freeman..." the caller said, urging transparency and that records be reviewed rather…

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