This ordinance requires the Controller’s Whistleblower Program to report to the Board of Supervisors on the outcomes of investigations that confirm misconduct by city department heads and elected officials. It aims to increase transparency and accountability in local government.
Ordinance amending the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code to require the Controller’s Whistleblower Program to report to the Board of Supervisors regarding the results of whistleblower investigations that substantiate wrongdoing by City department heads and elected officials.
How it got here
The legislation originated from a need to enhance accountability in city governance by requiring the Controller's Whistleblower Program to report substantiated misconduct by city officials.
The Board of Supervisors introduced an ordinance to amend the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code, requiring the Controller’s Whistleblower Program to report on substantiated misconduct by city department heads and elected officials.
The ordinance was assigned to the Rules Committee under the 30-day rule for further consideration.
The ordinance was referred to the Controller's Office for informational purposes to assess its implications.
The Department of Human Resources was notified to review the ordinance for potential 'Meet and Confer' requirements, indicating that it may impact labor relations.
A substitute ordinance was introduced by Supervisor Ronen, maintaining the same intent but possibly refining the language or provisions.
The ordinance was filed, indicating it is now officially part of the legislative process and will be considered for further action.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record