Local Politics · Arvin, CA
Arvin City Council to Vote on State Bar Complaint Against Former Attorney Oct. 27
The Arvin City Council is scheduled to vote Tuesday, October 27, at 6 p.m. on whether to file a formal state bar complaint against former interim city attorney Nathan Hodges. The proposal follows a grand jury report and independent audit alleging that Hodges' office overbilled the city by more than $78,000 through incorrect service classifications and failure to apply retainer fees. In March 2025, the council voted to fire Hodges after these billing discrepancies were identified. The current city attorney has been directed to prepare the complaint and pursue recovery of the alleged overcharges.