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Encinitas City Manager Involved In Defamation Lawsuit
The ongoing defamation lawsuit involving Port Huron City Manager James Freed, which accuses several board members, including Encinitas City Manager Pamela Antil, of retaliatory actions, underscores significant tensions within municipal governance and the ethical standards for city officials.
Christian Garcia
July 16, 2024
LOCAL POLITICS
The ongoing defamation lawsuit involving Port Huron City Manager James Freed, which accuses several board members, including Encinitas City Manager Pamela Antil, of retaliatory actions, underscores significant tensions within municipal governance and the ethical standards for city officials.
A trial date has been set for October 29 in a defamation lawsuit against the ICMA and several board members, including Encinitas City Manager Pamela Antil.
James Freed alleges that the censure vote against him was politically motivated and damaged his professional reputation.
The lawsuit claims Freed's actions during the COVID-19 pandemic led to personal attacks and a censure vote that is unprecedented in the organization’s history.
The Port Huron City Council has publicly supported Freed, urging the ICMA to retract the censure findings.
Antil implemented a controversial mandatory vaccination policy in Encinitas that resulted in disciplinary actions against employees, contrasting with Freed’s approach during the pandemic.
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