Judge Restores Councilmember Conchas

A Glendale City Council member kicked out for allegedly holding two paid jobs is back in his seat after a judge ruled the SRP board payment was just reimbursement—not salary. The council had voted to remove him, but the court clarified the per diem covers expenses, not compensation. Conchas, thrilled to return, says he’ll focus on energy issues and constituents, ready to work with his former colleagues. This case shows how critical precise charter wording—and judicial interpretation—is in public office. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e2304c388b8593a5