Stockton council member faces investigation, possible censure [Video]

STOCKTON, Calif. — A Stockton city council member is facing an investigation and possible censure after allegations surfaced that she used city money to host a community event in July that possibly turned political. City policy bans the use of city funds for political events.

“It’s so unfortunate that my colleagues feel this type of community event is political in nature,” said Councilmember Michele Padilla of her July “community BBQ” event. “I have family and friends that know what type of person I am. They know my integrity (and) my values. With that support, I have nothing to worry about.”

The process of starting an ad-hoc committee to look into a possible censure began with councilmembers Michael Blower and Brando Villapudua. The two wrote a letter to the city clerk alleging that Councilmember …