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Supervisor Fielder Granted Leave Amid Health Crisis, Memo Leak Speculation

4/8/2026

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Supervisor Jackie Fielder has requested a leave of absence until June 30 due to a personal health crisis following hospitalization in late March.
Her chief of staff said privacy about her health should be respected.
The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to grant the leave during a recent meeting.
Speculation continues about Fielder's potential involvement in leaking a confidential memo related to a city project.
Her office has denied the claim.

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Story summary

Supervisor Jackie Fielder has requested a leave of absence until June 30 due to a personal health crisis following hospitalization in late March.
Her chief of staff said privacy about her health should be respected.
The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to grant the leave during a recent meeting.
Speculation continues about Fielder's potential involvement in leaking a confidential memo related to a city project.
Her office has denied the claim.