Discuss response to racist comments by wastewater district official
In Plain English
Leo Battaglia serves on the West County Wastewater District board and made racist comments recently. The city council will discuss how to respond to his statements. Battaglia is not a Richmond city official but represents part of the region in wastewater management.
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Votes
Called for an apology and resignation of Mr. Battaglia if it is confirmed that he made the remarks. A letter will also be sent to various public officials in support of this action
5 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously called for Leo Battaglia to apologize and resign from the West County Wastewater District board if reports of his racist comments are confirmed. Battaglia manages wastewater services for part of the region but is not a Richmond city official. The council will send letters to other public officials asking them to support this demand for accountability. While this action carries no legal weight, it represents Richmond's official condemnation of the reported statements and puts public pressure on Battaglia to step down from his regional role.
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