If I submit a fraud, waste, or abuse report, what happens next?

Once a report is submitted, it is reviewed by the City's Investigation Committee to determine if there is reasonable cause to believe fraud has occurred that requires further investigation. This process can involve gathering additional evidence by reviewing available documentation, conducting on-site reviews, and reaching out to the reporter to request additional details. The results of this preliminary review are presented by the Committee to the City Manager - or the City Council as needed - to determine how to proceed with a fraud investigation if the allegation is substantiated.

These procedures are detailed in the City's Fraud Response Policy (PDF), which was adopted on September 28, 2021.

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1. How much evidence do I need to make a fraud, waste, or abuse report?
2. If I submit a fraud, waste, or abuse report, what happens next?
3. Who is on the Investigation Committee that determines the course of action for a report?