SF Supervisor Jackie Fielder Extends Leave of Absence to June 30

"Supervisor Jackie Fielder submitted a letter to the clerk of the board and Board President Rafael Mandelman Tuesday requested to extend her leave of absence until June 30."

"Mandelman suggested that this wouldn't be a problem, telling the paper, 'It's good and appropriate for her to take the time she needs to get better.'"

"Fielder was one of two votes in opposition to approving the sobering center, and the leaked memo appeared to have been leaked shortly after that vote took place."

"City Attorney David Chiu said that disclosing confidential advice, like that memo contained, can 'potentially lead to costly litigation' for the city if lawsuits arise."

Supervisor Jackie Fielder has not attended board or committee meetings since mid-March and has requested to extend her leave of absence for mental health reasons until June 30. Board President Rafael Mandelman expressed support for her decision. Fielder's absence is not unprecedented, as former Supervisor Michela Alioto-Pier also took a lengthy leave for health reasons. Additionally, Fielder's office is under investigation for a leaked memo related to the mayor's RESET Center, which raised legal concerns about its implementation.

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