"The lawsuit revolves around allegations that the firms gave gifts to former chancellor Ron Galatolo in exchange for contracts to build additions to the district's three campuses."
"Lawyers for the college district have filed three separate notices of settlement regarding claims against Blach, McCarthy and Bunton, stating the district 'has agreed in principle' to settle its claims."
"If the three settlements are finalized, that leaves two defendants - Allana Buick & Bers and Robert A. Bothman Inc. - to potentially continue on to a trial date, currently scheduled for May 4."
"The lawsuit alleges that former Chancellor Galatolo accepted gifts including wine, concert and sports tickets, and free construction work on his personal property."
The San Mateo County Community College District is close to settling claims against three construction firms involved in a 'pay-to-play' scheme. The lawsuit alleges that these firms provided gifts to former chancellor Ron Galatolo in exchange for lucrative contracts. Notices of settlement have been filed for Blach, McCarthy, and Bunton, while two defendants remain, with a trial date set for May 4. The district's lawsuit was initially filed in February 2023 and revised in November 2023, detailing various gifts received by Galatolo.
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