The City is found to be in Substantial Compliance as defined in the Shakman decree, ending federal oversight of the City’s hiring practices. OIG’s Hiring Oversight unit continues to monitor compliance with the City’s hiring plans.
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City expands OIG’s jurisdiction
The City amends the MCC to expand OIG’s jurisdiction to include the authority to investigate lobbying, campaign finance, and other violations of the City deemed in compliance with Shakman Decree.
Read MoreOffice of Legislative Inspector General is created
The Office of Legislative Inspector General (OLIG) is created by amendment to the MCC. OLIG has limited jurisdiction over City Council members and employees, but is hampered from the outset by Council resistance and funding issues.
Read MoreOIG begins monitor of Shakman decree
The City transfers from its Office of Compliance to OIG the authority to monitor and report on compliance with the Shakman decree, a federal court order originally issued in 1972 to remove political considerations from City hiring practices.
Read MoreThird Inspector General confirmed
Joseph Ferguson is confirmed as Inspector General.
Read MoreOIG begins audits of City operations
OIG begins to exercise authority to perform audits of City departmental operations.
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