Redlands has agreed to a $1.2 million settlement in a lawsuit from Julie Alvarado-Salcido, a former Police Department employee, who claimed sexual exploitation by retired Deputy Chief Mike Reiss. The City Council approved the settlement on June 24, marking the third settlement connected to sexual harassment claims in two years, with total payouts reaching $3.7 million. Salcido described multiple instances of coercion beginning shortly after her hiring in 2015, including incidents in cars and her office. Her attorney emphasized the ongoing healing process and the need for workplace respect and safety.
The settlement with former Community Service Officer Julie Alvarado-Salcido was approved June 24 on a 3-2 vote, bringing total settlements to $3.7 million.
At the center of the allegations is former Deputy Chief Mike Reiss, who allegedly targeted female employees for sexual favors and faced lawsuits claiming a culture of sexual harassment.
Salcido alleges she began a quid pro quo sexual relationship with Reiss shortly after being hired in 2015 and detailed multiple instances of sexual coercion.
In her attorney's statement, Salcido's healing process has just begun, as respect in the workplace is essential and sexual propositions are unacceptable.
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