News

CHICAGO — The former assistant transportation commissioner for the city of Chicago was convicted today on federal corruption charges in connection with the awarding of lucrative red-light camera contracts. After a two-week trial in federal court in Chicago, the jury convicted JOHN BILLS on all counts against him. The counts include nine counts of mail […]

The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) has completed an audit assessing the opportunities for civilianization in the Chicago Fire Department (CFD). OIG found that CFD could save an estimated $1.2 million annually by civilianizing 34 positions and eliminating 1 position. The audit examined the positions and duties of firefighters and paramedics—uniformed members […]

OIG Releases 4th Quarter 2015 Report The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) has transmitted its fourth quarter report for 2015 to the City Council and City officials. The report summarizes the Office’s activity from October 1 through December 31, 2015. In his cover letter, Inspector General Joe Ferguson notes OIG’s continuing effort to […]

OIG Releases Audit of City Hiring Timeliness The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) has completed an audit assessing the timeliness of the City’s hiring, a process involving the Department of Human Resources (DHR), the Office of Budget and Management (OBM), and the departments hiring employees. The audit found that in 2013 it took […]

The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) has completed an audit of the Chicago Department of Transportation’s (CDOT) pavement management program. The audit found that the program was neither efficient nor cost-effective. OIG estimates that a reallocation of resources could save the City $4.6 million per year. Using the Federal Highway Administration’s guidelines […]