She'll stay on the job, seek leave
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Key Points:
- San Francisco District 9 Supervisor Jackie Fielder will remain in office but take a medical leave of absence to address mental health issues, ending speculation about her resignation after she was hospitalized.
- During her absence, Fielder’s legislative aides will continue managing constituent services and office operations, though she will be unable to vote unless present in person.
- Fielder’s colleagues and city leaders, including Mayor Daniel Lurie, have expressed support and encouraged her to take the necessary time to recover, noting precedents of extended leaves among supervisors.
- Under the city charter, supervisors are only removed for misconduct or felony conviction, so Fielder’s position remains secure despite her leave.
- Politically, Fielder’s absence is unlikely to shift the balance on the 11-member board, as the progressive bloc remains a minority and her seat is considered safely held.
