Internal emails and audit findings have shed new light on escalating tensions between Lodi city officials and City Manager Scott Carney, revealing allegations of misconduct and lapses in financial oversight.
The revelations come amid a broader investigation that has drawn scrutiny from the public and renewed calls for transparency at City Hall.
The conflict began several months ago when Carney publicly accused city staff of altering reports and misusing public funds. Since then, city officials have placed Carney on administrative leave, appointed interim leadership, and expanded an outside investigation into the matter…