By Eric Jaramishian, Mountain Democrat

(PLACERVILLE, CALIFORNIA) Sept 23, 2022 — The Fair Political Practices Commission has dropped a conflict of interest inquiry of District 3 Supervisor Wendy Thomas and will not pursue the case further.

The Fair Political Practices Commission brought the anonymous complaint to Thomas’ attention July 27, a day before the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors was to vote on an agenda item that would further plans to construct a navigation center/homeless shelter on Perks Court just outside of Placerville city limits off Highway 50.

The complaint cited Thomas’ “ownership interest” in commercial buildings on Broadway, stating the supervisor would benefit financially by voting on a facility that would help move homeless individuals from upper Broadway, where there is a homeless encampment.

The complaint halted the board’s decision July 28 while Thomas recused herself from the agenda item requiring a 4-1 vote.

Thomas proceeded to hire an attorney and the complaint was rejected Sept. 7 after following up with the FPPC.

“This baseless and anonymous […]

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