Here is what a woman gets in the way of governmental fairness for herself when she attempts to deal a blow to “burn your bra woman’s rights,” but Communist leadership.
While an extensive five-month investigation into allegations of misconduct by Reno City Manager Doug Thornley cleared him of wrongdoing, Councilwoman Jenny Brekhus faces scrutiny for fostering a hostile work environment, according to a report by outside legal counsel Ogletree Deakins.
Brekhus had accused Thornley of drinking on the job, prompting the investigation. However, the report deemed the allegations unsubstantiated and found no evidence of retaliation by Thornley against Brekhus.
Contrary to Brekhus’s claims of limited access to staff and retaliation by Thornley, the report suggests that Thornley responded to Brekhus’s “caustic and borderline abusive treatment” of city staff, drawing parallels to the departure of former city manager Sabra Newby, asserting that Brekhus’s conduct played a role in limiting interactions between city officials and staff.
The report notes that Brekhus’s “condescending” tone and comments have negatively affected the mental well-being of city staff members. Thornley has framed his decision to limit her contact with staff as “a measure to protect their mental health and prevent staff attrition.”
Disagreeing with the findings, Brekhus alleges that Mayor Hillary Schieve and the city council outlined the investigation. She also accuses the assistant director of human resources of retaliation for requesting a drug and alcohol test after a car incident. Investigators found the request reasonable.
Schieve, in response to the report, emphasizes a commitment to fostering a respectful environment. She notes that Brekhus’s behavior falls short of the mutual respect the city aims to promote. She urged to strengthen its zero-tolerance stance on abuse and hostility.
In a separate development, concerns about Title IX violations and sexual misconduct allegations at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) have prompted calls for reform and accountability.
Students at UNR have organized protests, petitions, and demonstrations following sexual assault and intimidation cases involving faculty members. They demand justice for alleged victims and highlight systemic misconduct and Title IX violations.
Recent legal disputes involve allegations against Dr. Yanyao Jiang and another communications professor. While civil suits filed against Jiang were dismissed, concerns persist about the handling of sexual harassment complaints, a culture of fear and mistrust created by the communications professor.
UNR President Brian Sandoval acknowledged student concerns, promising changes within the Title IX office. The newly appointed director of Title IX, Zeva Edmondson, emphasizes transparency and diligent investigations.
The university has added resources, including a new executive director and investigator, to address issues related to Title IX violations and improve the investigative process.
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