Sherry Denham-Jackson, former revenue and tax administrator for Oakland, has filed a legal claim against the city for wrongful termination, alleging discrimination, harassment, and emotional distress. Denham-Jackson claims she was fired after raising concerns about fraudulent charges in the cityâs billing process. She seeks $10 million in damages and cites her inability to attend church due to city council meetings conflicting with her worship schedule. Oaklandâs city attorney is currently reviewing her claim amidst complaints about her management performance from staff in her department.
Denham-Jackson claims that in 2023, she discovered 'fraudulent charges' in Oakland's attempts to fine residents and businesses who were delinquent on paying their garbage collection bills.
Oakland's city attorney said they are reviewing Denham-Jackson's claim and developing a response.
Before she was fired, dozens of employees in Denham-Jackson's department had complained about her performance, through a petition to the city administrator.
Denham-Jackson is demanding $5 million in economic damages, $3 million due to emotional stress, and general damages of $2 million.
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