Pasadena Scholarship Controversy: Councilman vs. City Attorney #329
Think and Act Locally · David Campbell
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Show Notes
A KPRC news report details a dispute in Pasadena, Texas, where a city councilman alleges that the city attorney improperly canceled scholarships intended for low-income students. Councilman Guerrero asserts he allocated funds from his budget for these scholarships, but the city attorney, Jay Dale, rescinded the checks without a clear explanation. The report highlights the disappointment of the students who were promised the scholarships. The city attorney defended his decision, stating that public funds cannot be used for private scholarships. The article includes a heated exchange between the reporter and the city attorney, along with the councilman’s vow to fight for the scholarships.