Hire investigator Don Casimere for confidential workplace investigations
In Plain English
The city needs an outside investigator to handle sensitive workplace complaints and employee appeals. Don Casimere would investigate issues like harassment, discrimination, or policy violations that require independence from city staff. If approved, the contract runs for 1 year with costs up to $100,000.
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Votes
Approved the contract
6 to 2
Why This Vote Matters
The city approved a one-year contract with Don Casimere to serve as an independent investigator for sensitive workplace complaints, including harassment and discrimination cases. The contract allows spending up to $100,000 for investigations that require independence from city staff. The council passed the measure with broad support in a 6-2 vote, with Councilmembers McLaughlin and Viramontes dissenting. This vote represents a departure from McLaughlin's typical support for contracts, while Viramontes rarely votes against contract items.
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