City Hall's Dark Side: When Elected Officials Cross the Line The arrest of Elaine Forbes, Sausalito's city manager, on charges of allegedly breaking into a 66ft yacht while drinking has raised more questions than answers about accountability and ethics in public office.
On its surface, this is a bizarre incident involving a high ranking official accused of loitering, squatting, and petty theft. However, the facts suggest that Forbes's actions are not an isolated incident.
As someone who has held positions of power and influence in San Francisco, overseeing the Port of San Francisco before taking on her current role, Forbes is no stranger to public service.