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San Bernardino council schedules censure hearing for Councilmember Treasure Ortiz amid public protest and defense of police
Summary
The council authorized outside counsel to draft a proposed censure resolution and set a public hearing for April 1, 2026. The decision drew extended public comment—many speakers urged restraint and due process while others defended the police chief and urged accountability.
The San Bernardino City Council on March 18 directed outside legal counsel (Larsson LLP) to draft a resolution of censure related to allegations of illegal or unethical conduct by Councilmember Dr. Treasure Ortiz and scheduled a public hearing on the matter for April 1, 2026. The motion to authorize drafting of the resolution and set the hearing passed on the council floor and was recorded as approved.
The agenda item produced extensive public comment. Multiple speakers urged the council to pause until the criminal process plays out and to avoid prejudging an elected official. Christian Shaughnessy, a council…
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