On Wednesday, September 20, 2006, at 1:00 p.m., the Governmental Affairs Committee will consider legislation to create an Office of the Inspector General. Thereafter, the legislation will go before the entire Council on October 19, 2006.
Why is the filling of the office of Inspector General important?
- To reduce waste and spend limited resources wisely. The Inspector General will not only be a watchdog for corruption, but will also audit city departments to ensure that they are run as efficiently as possible. Miami Dade County’s office of the Inspector General uncovered $10M in waste and fraud in the first year of its operation.
- It is required by our City Charter.
- It shows the rest of the world, particularly the federal government, charitable organizations, and investors, that politics of the past are over and we want to act responsibly.
I am very much in favor of this legislation. If you agree, I would appreciate your help and support by:
- Letting all Councilmembers and Mayor Nagin know that you support this legislation. Contact information for the council is at http://www.neworleanscitycouncil.com./
- Attending the meeting in support. I encourage you to bring signs to make your point clear.