San Diego County Supervisors Address Employee Misconduct Records in Behavioral Health Services

San Diego, CA, September 14, 2026 — San Diego County supervisors have voiced concern and pledged action following the release of employee misconduct records from the Behavioral Health Services Department. These records, which detail issues including allegations of racism and sexual harassment, became public after a protracted public records request and a subsequent court battle.

The documents shed light on incidents occurring within facilities operated by the department, notably mentioning the Edgemoor skilled nursing home among locations where misconduct was recorded. The nature and extent of the issues documented underscore a significant challenge for the county’s public services.

In response to the revelations, county supervisors have articulated a commitment to enhancing oversight and fostering a more accountable environment. The expressed goals include a focus on increasing transparency within the department and implementing reforms aimed at improving the overall workplace culture. Specific details regarding the timeline for these reforms or the precise measures to be taken were not immediately available following the release of the records.

The public records request and legal proceedings that led to the disclosure highlight the public’s interest in the conduct and accountability of county employees, particularly within sensitive service sectors like behavioral health and skilled nursing. The supervisors’ statements indicate an awareness of the seriousness of the documented issues and a stated intention to address them proactively.

Story summarized from the original created by Lisa Halverstadt on voiceofsandiego.org, see more information here.

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