Letter from KCU to Kamloops City Council.

Dec 2, 2024

Dear Council Members,

Councillor Sarai intentionally created a situation involving Mayor Hamer-Jackson by editing, manipulating, and fabricating events, including altering a recording he made without the mayor’s knowledge. When the mayor questioned the recording’s origins and wondered if his office might be bugged, Councillor Sarai publicly defamed and dismissed the mayor’s concerns, calling him paranoid and delusional.

By selectively clipping the audio to highlight only the mayor’s side of the confrontation and falsely claiming he received it from an outside source. With malicious intent, Councillor Sarai misrepresented the recording as evidence provided by a staff member. He then used this manipulated evidence to rally support within the council, falsely accusing the mayor of wrongdoing. This behaviour is deplorable and beneath contempt. In large part, Sarai’s actions led to the Honcharuk Report, the Braun Report, sanctions, and ongoing disciplinary measures. Councillor Sarai’s conduct reflects a clear and ongoing pattern of harassment and bullying directed at the mayor. These reports have been corrupted and should be regarded as “fruit of the poisonous tree” and disregarded.

Councillor Sarai openly demonstrated disrespect and contempt for those citizens who have attempted to hold him accountable for his actions. He has mocked and used foul language in front of staff and citizens.

Councillor Sarai admitted guilt when he attempted to pre-emptively address the breaking news story, offering the excuse that the mayor “brings out the worst in everyone.” This defence is akin to a spouse justifying abuse by claiming, “She deserved it because she bugs me; she brings out the worst in me.”

Councillor Sarai openly disrespects Kamloops City Hall and everyone who works there. His foul language was not limited to the Mayor’s office; it was also used outside, in plain sight, and within earshot of the support staff.

This message is not intended to defend Mayor Hamer-Jackson but to emphasize how Councillor Sarai’s actions have damaged the City’s reputation and may have exposed it to severe consequences. Councillor Sarai’s deceit, lies, and hypocrisy have tainted this council. To restore the integrity of the office, the council must demand his resignation.

Kathrine Wunderlich