The Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office announced Wednesday that it has filed criminal charges against Lompoc Councilmember Stephen Bridge for allegedly embezzling more than $10,000 public funds meant for a city rebate program that promotes energy and water conservation.
The full list of eight felony counts includes forgery, identity theft, grand theft by embezzlement, and fraudulent use of a contractor’s license number. Bridge will be arraigned December 4 in Santa Maria Superior Court.
“We are aware of the charges filed against Mr. Bridge today,” said a City of Lompoc spokesperson. “The city will continue to work with the District Attorney’s office throughout the investigation."