FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 14, 2026

District Announces $3.3 Million Settlement of Litigation Involving Allegations Concerning Director Gregg; Litigation Has Consumed Taxpayer Funds, Staff Time, District Resources, and Employee Morale

 HESPERIA, California — The Hesperia Recreation and Park District (“District”) has approved agreements totaling $3.3 million to resolve two employment-related lawsuits brought by former District employees.

The lawsuits alleged retaliation after the former employees reported suspected misconduct and potentially unlawful activity. One complaint included allegations that Director Kelly J. Gregg exceeded his authority, interfered with District personnel and investigations, and engaged in conduct employees considered threatening or intimidating.

Litigation involving these allegations has imposed substantial costs on the District. In addition to the $3.3 million settlement, the lawsuits have consumed staff and management time, required significant legal resources, disrupted District operations, and affected employee morale. Resolving the lawsuits allows the District to prevent further litigation costs and redirect resources toward community programs and services.

The Board previously addressed Director Gregg’s conduct at a duly noticed public meeting on December 11, 2025, when it unanimously adopted Resolution No. 25-12-01 censuring him for conduct the Board determined was detrimental to the District.

The resolution constitutes the Board’s official public expression of disapproval. It removed Director Gregg from committees, officer positions, liaison assignments, District-authorized travel, and conference attendance. It also required him to complete Board-approved training concerning ethics and governance, harassment and retaliation prevention, and appropriate interactions with District employees.

“Every Board member holds a position of public trust and has a duty to represent constituents, protect taxpayer funds, and support the District’s mission,” said Board President James Roberts III. “Public resources should fund parks, recreation programs, and community services—not litigation arising from allegations involving the conduct of a Board member.”

“The consequences extend beyond the settlement amount,” Roberts continued. “The District has lost valuable time and resources, its operations have been disrupted, and employee morale has suffered. The Board’s unanimous censure remains its unequivocal statement that conduct detrimental to the District will not be tolerated.”

The Board remains committed to responsible stewardship of taxpayer funds, accountability in public service, a safe and professional workplace, and restoring the District’s full attention to the Hesperia community.

For additional information, please visit www.hesperiaparks.com or contact the District Office at (760) 244-5488.