Mayor Fugazi said she's starting an impartial ad-hoc committee to gather facts and examine evidence to hold Vice Mayor Lee accountable.
Fugazi said there have been "serious concerns" with Lee's involvement in a proposal of a nonprofit he founded, allegedly asking for $58 million in public funds. She said there are other concerns that the committee will look into, including allegations of bringing camera crews into city hall to film reality-style promotional content without getting approval, reportedly creating a hostile work environment, allegedly verbally abusing staff, and alleged efforts to steer contracts or city resources toward personal associates, with questions about where his primary residency is in Stockton or in the Los Angeles area.
Fugazi said she was also hurt by comments on social media by Lee directed toward her family.
Fugazi said the review of Lee will be conducted in accordance with the law and that if wrongdoing occurred, it will be addressed. If it did not find any wrongdoing, then she said clarity and closure would serve the public interest.
Lee declined an interview after Fugazi's press conference, but he said he'll be sending out a press release.
"If it weren't for the people of Stockton and for the work of Vice Mayor Jason Lee, she wouldn't even be sitting there today," Gonzalez said. "We are tired of the corruption, we are tired of the games, and tired of the lack of accountability. Stockton deserves better. We deserve leadership that faces the truth, not hides from it."
"The facts are there," Fugazi said. "My reports are all online. They are registered with the Secretary of State. They are also here at the city clerk's office. They can be pulled at any time. I reported that I received a donation. I also reported that I returned a donation and I have not been on a decision regarding a BHCIP grant for this individual, it has not occurred."
Fugazi also moved Lee to a different seat in Tuesday's city council meeting because she said she doesn't feel safe around him. However, right before the meeting started, Lee's seat was placed back next to the mayor's as they sat next to one another throughout the duration of the meeting.
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