COMPLAINT AND REQUEST FOR CENSURE HEARING REGARDING ALLEGED VIOLATION OF COUNCIL POLICES 3.13 AND 4.07 February 4, 2025
Council Policy Manual – Chapter 4.08 Council Censure
Censure is a formal resolution of the City Council officially reprimanding one of its members for negligently, intentionally, or willfully violating a law, regulation, City policy, or the City Code of Ethics, while serving as a City of Stockton Councilmember. A censure shall be considered an expression of disapproval by the City Council but carries no additional penalty or fine imposed by the City Council.
Next Step: Councilmembers not involved in the complaint Unanimously Vote NOT to Proceed
Censure hearing does not move forward
Vote is Not Unanimous or there is No Vote at All
Censure Hearing moves forward
Mayor appoints from the four members not involved in the complaint, 3 members to the Ad Hoc Committee OR