Mission Statement
Wayne County Executive, Robert A. Ficano, is determined to instill in Wayne
County a culture of ethics and clean government. As part of that commitment the
CEO has created within the executive branch the Office of Inspector General
(IG). The IG is authorized to detect and, whenever possible, deter fraud,
waste, inefficiency, misconduct and abuse of power in county government. The
goal is to uncover misconduct, abuse and inefficiency and advocate appropriate
remedies. Above all, the IG's principal objectives are to promote ethics,
honesty, and efficiency, and restore and promote the public's trust in and
respect for county government.
The Importance of Reporting
The cooperation of County employees and the general public is essential to
accomplish the mission of the Inspector General. Persons working in or having
regular contact with county government are in the best position to witness
activities that may require investigation.
When reporting possible fraud, waste, inefficiency or misconduct you may remain
anonymous if you wish. You are encouraged, however, to identify yourself so
that the IG may follow up on your mail or telephone call, and seek additional
information helpful to a review of the matter. If you give your name, your
identity will be protected to the maximum extent of the law. In addition, the
state "whistleblowers statute" protects employees from retaliation under
appropriate circumstances. If you believe that making a report to the IG will
place you at risk of retaliation, you should inform the IG of this fact.
When reporting to the IG please be as specific and provide as much detail as
possible. The more information you provide, the more thorough the IG's
investigation can be. Any relevant information or knowledge you acquire after
making the report should also be provided to the IG in a follow-up
communication.
How to Report Misconduct or Inefficiency
Reports may be made to the IG on-line by clicking on the link below. The
Office of the Inspector General also maintains a dedicated telephone hot line
to receive reports of possible fraud, waste, inefficiency, or illegal or
unethical conduct. To make a report to the IG by telephone, please call:
313-224-5566
Reports may also be made to the IG in writing, addressed to:
Inspector General
Office of the Wayne County Executive
600 Randolph, Ste. 349
Detroit, MI 48226
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