Some of Melissa Cabello Havrda's council colleagues are questioning whether a budget recommendation she made in April breaks ethics rules.
Cabello Havrda advocated for the nonprofit to receive $300,000 from the city’s 2025 budget., according to some of Cabello Havrda’s council colleagues — at least three of whom, like Cabello Havrda, are eying the mayor’s seat on the dais. But others aren’t convinced she technically broke any rules.
The city charter reads, “to avoid the appearance and risk of impropriety, a City official or employee shall not take any official action that he or she knows is likely to affect the economic interests of The official or employee,” then the charter goes on to list other potential beneficiaries. Councilwoman Adriana Rocha Garcia , who is also considering a run for mayor, said Cabello Havrda’s proposal to fund her employee’s nonprofit is a clear conflict of interest.
Cabello Havrda said she appreciated her colleagues’ concerns, but “I’m disappointed that I found out about those concerns through the media. I thought I had a very strong relationship with every council member. And when I have a concern about them, I go to them directly.”“Nobody has ever accused me of doing anything unethical. Now, there’s just a glimmer — a hint — that I might run for mayor and people are attacking me,” Cabello Havrda said. “It makes me think a little harder maybe I should.
She also recommended $250,000 for Thru Project, $1 million for the Asian Resource Center of San Antonio, $100,000 for the Peace initiative and an unspecified amount for the 100 Club of San Antonio. None of the council members reached this week, besides the mayor, said they had met with the nonprofit’s board to hear its proposal.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
From collaboration to ‘nuclear option’: The political evolution of Melissa Cabello HavrdaKnown for keeping her cool, the District 6 councilwoman and possible mayoral hopeful is leading a coup over the city's fire union contract.
Read more »
Dell laptop flash sale: 7 deals I’d shop now starting at $300Dell has a huge flash sale on many laptops right now with some models starting from just $300. Here's what we recommend for every situation.
Read more »
Sony’s incredible 77-inch A80L OLED 4K TV is $300 off at Best BuyThere's a great discount on the spectacular Sony 77-inch A80L OLED TV and you really want this TV in your home. We look at why it's so great.
Read more »
Get this HP 17-inch laptop for $300 instead of the usual $660It can be hard to find a good price on a 17-inch laptop, but this deal from HP will let you grab one for less than $300.
Read more »
DraftKings + FanDuel promo code: Collect $300+ in bonuses for NBA PlayoffsStart on the two most popular sportsbook apps with the latest DraftKings + FanDuel promo code offers. New players can register through our links to secure
Read more »
Brad Pitt's New Movie Is A Big Concern After Shocking $300 Million RevealBrad Pitt Formula One movie
Read more »