San Francisco Supervisor Jackie Fielder is in the hospital and has said she is planning to resign from the Board of Supervisors, according to published reports.
Mission Local reported that Fielder told the outlet in a brief phone interview Friday that she is not well and planning to quit.
“Jackie Fielder is going through an acute personal health crisis right now and we are not at liberty to share details, but we appreciate the support people have given us and are proud of her for taking care of herself,” Fielder’s legislative aide said in a statement on her condition shared with the Chronicle.
It’s unclear why Fielder was hospitalized. She represents District 9, which includes the Mission, Bernal Heights and the Portola.
The City Clerk’s Office said Friday evening it had no record of her resignation.
The City Attorney’s Office said in a statement to the Chronicle: “Our thoughts are with Supervisor Fielder. We wish her a quick recovery and encourage her to take the time and space necessary to thoroughly consider any potential resignation.”
When reached by the Chronicle, Mayor Daniel Lurie’s office declined to comment on the situation. Should Fielder resign, Lurie would be able to appoint someone to fill the seat temporarily.
The progressive supervisor missed two Board of Supervisors meetings in recent weeks.
Fielder’s colleagues expressed concern for her on Friday but did not share details about why she’s in the hospital.
Supervisor Matt Dorsey told the Chronicle that what matters “above all else is the well being of a colleague who is a good person and a dedicated public servant.”
He said his message to Fielder was “take as much time as you need and we’re all pulling for you.”
Supervisor Myrna Melgar said in a text message that the situation “breaks my heart.” Supervisor Alan Wong said of Fielder, “we’re all hoping she’s able to take the time she needs to rest and recover.”
Supervisor Stephen Sherrill said he was not sure what had caused Fielder’s medical crisis.
Former Supervisor Aaron Peskin said he hadn’t spoken to Fielder or her aides and didn’t have any direct information about her condition or plans.
“I hope that she gets whatever help she needs,” Peskin told the Chronicle “I say that as somebody who went through difficult times… This is a time to set aside political differences and for people to take care of one another. This is a time for people to let somebody get the healing that they need.”
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.