California Waste Solutions CEO David Duong has been indicted for allegedly bribing former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, totaling $95,000, alongside additional payments promised for campaign support and a job for her partner. The indictment suggests that Thao was to facilitate business opportunities for the Duongs' companies. Local leaders are raising alarms about San Jose's existing $40 million contract with the company, urging scrutiny of potential unethical practices given the serious nature of the charges, which could reflect a broader pattern of misconduct in their business dealings.
Bob Staedler stated, 'I think any reasonable person looking at this situation should have grave concerns for the city of San Jose continuing to do business with this company.'
Staedler emphasized, 'It's common sense that the city should have concerns. Contracts shouldn't run that long in general.'
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