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City Staffer Sues Newport Beach, Alleges Wrongdoing: Report

The HR Director for the city accused City Manager Grace Leung of covering up an illegal gift of public funds, Voice of OC reported.

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NEWPORT BEACH, CA — An Orange County city is being sued by one of its top employees, Voice of OC Reported.

HR Director Barbara Salvini accused City Manager Grace Leung of covering up an illegal gift of public money in a lawsuit filed last month, the report said.

According to the report, Leung forced Salvini to change records to aid in a coverup and contributed to a hostile workplace.

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The City of Newport Beach denied the claims in a brief statement to Voice of OC.

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