Complaint alleges Hasan Ikhrata controlled ‘secret’ fund to pay for overseas trips, hotels and other expenses

Directors split over whether to hire another attorney to review legality of unapproved payments

Records obtained by Union-Tribune show Public Integrity Unit is examining candidate’s previous spending

Company claims conflict of interest in city’s selection process

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