Kellas blamed local whistleblowers for her legal troubles and cited a "toxic, harassing, and demeaning" environment perpetuated by two critics living in and near the community. Whistleblowers Julie Tacker and Hank Krzciuk reported conflicts of interest to multiple government agencies, leading to investigations, canceled grants, fines, and civil charges against Kellas.
For over two years, the California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) investigated Kellas for allegedly voting on or discussing issues in which she had a personal financial stake. Despite the FPPC barring Kellas from participating in discussions regarding the wastewater treatment plant site near her home, Kellas argued to prioritize replacing a bridge near her property, leading to a new FPPC complaint filed against her.
The board plans to discuss plans to replace Kellas at their upcoming meeting, but district officials are concerned about finding eligible candidates in the divided community with approximately 185 voters.
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