After a lengthy emotional debate, the Milpitas City Council will begin the censure process against Councilmember Evelyn Chua over an alleged attempt to hold a meeting in violation of the Brown Act and other possible breaches of city codes.

The City Council also called a special meeting to discuss the alleged incidents that led to the resignation of City Manager Deanna Santana who apparently clashed with Chua over the reported actions.

“Let’s look at both sides and determine if there’s a violation,” said Councilmember Garry Barbadillo. “Let’s subject it to the process.”

According to city documents released in advance of this week’s meeting, Chua nearly violated the law by requesting a meeting of the City Council without properly announcing it to the public. Under the California open meet

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