Summary
Chesapeake's mayor is facing questions after having the city attorney look into a personal legal issue for his stepbrother. It's a classic case of whether public resources should be used for private favors.
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It's a small hit for now, but using paid city staff for personal errands wastes taxpayer money.
The mayor's stepbrother got free legal advice on the city's dime.
Chesapeake taxpayers foot the bill when city officials treat public resources like their personal concierge service.
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