Ethics order against Councilor Mallar

Opposed the ethics order, arguing the council applied no similar consequences when Councilor Leonard made inflammatory remarks on the record, and called the process selective enforcement.

Objected not to the finding but to the endless procedural cycle, urging the council to close the matter and refocus on budgets, taxes, and homelessness.

Distinguished fact from opinion in the two councilors' conduct and argued dehumanizing language like 'illegals' disqualifies someone from representing the population.

Speaking personally, expressed hope that the council could move past labels and work across political lines.

Challenged whether an unelected advisory committee can dictate discipline for an elected official, and cited inconsistent treatment versus Councilor Leonard's three censures.

Son of immigrants with English as a second language, suggested the entire council — outgoing and incoming — take the training together to avoid singling anyone out.