SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
Addressing Allegations of Fraud to Support Victims of Child
Sexual Abuse
46-A.
Recommendation as submitted by Supervisor Barger: Suspend Section
22.1 of the Rules of the Board for the limited purpose of considering
this motion. Instruct County Counsel to do the following:
Commence an immediate investigation into any alleged
misconduct by legal representatives involved in Assembly Bill
(AB) 218 claims against the County, engaging other law
enforcement partners as necessary.
Look into possible referrals to the State Bar for an investigation
into any alleged misconduct by legal representatives involved in
AB 218 claims against the County.
Review the current terms and conditions of the AB 218
settlement agreement and consider options to further enhance
and strengthen the veracity of claims.
Coordinate with the Auditor-Controller's Office of Countywide
investigations to establish a dedicated fraud hotline to register
anonymous and confidential fraud allegations related to AB 218
claims and promote the availability of the fraud hotline through
Countywide Communications.
Report back to the Board in 14 days, including in a confidential
attorney-client memorandum if necessary and appropriate, on
the status of the matters set forth above. (25-5473)