DATE:
June 25, 2026
04
TO:
Board of Supervisors
SUBJECT
Title
ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ORDINANCES REGARDING LITIGATION AUTHORIZATION FOR COUNTY COUNSEL (6/25/2026 first reading, 7/14/2026 8/18/2026 second reading unless ordinance is modified on second reading)
(DISTRICTS: ALL)
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OVERVIEW
On March 24, 2026 (19), the Board of Supervisors (Board) directed County Counsel and the Chief Administrative Officer to establish a Consumer Fairness and Public Protection (CFPP) Unit within the Office of County Counsel. Part of that Board direction included amending Section 142 of the County Code of Administrative Ordinances to provide standing authority for the Office of County Counsel to bring certain consumer protection lawsuits on behalf of the County of San Diego (County) and its residents. The proposed ordinance makes those amendments along with related amendments regarding lawsuits to enforce County lease provisions.
RECOMMENDATION(S)
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
On June 25, 2026:
1. Approve the introduction of the Ordinance (first reading): AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ORDINANCES REGARDING LITIGATION AUTHORIZATION FOR COUNTY COUNSEL
If, on June 25, 2026, the Board takes action as recommended, then, on July 14, 2026 August 18,2026:
1. Consider and adopt (unless ordinance is modified on second reading): AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY CODE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ORDINANCES REGARDING LITIGATION AUTHORIZATION FOR COUNTY COUNSEL
EQUITY IMPACT STATEMENT
This recommendation protects all residents, including those that have suffered discrimination or disenfranchisement. The recommendation fulfills Board of Supervisors direction to establish the Consumer Fairness and Public Protection (CFPP) Unit, which strengthens the County of San Diego's ability to pursue proactive litigation against corporations and entities that harm residents through illegal, deceptive, or ...
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