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Attachment C
Whistleblower Program Status Update Report – January 1, 2013 to April 15, 2016
Please note that due to a software upgrade, the formatting in the attached Whistleblower Program Status Update Report is not consistent. In several instances, the information belonging to the last whistleblower matter listed on the page was truncated and carried over to the next page, thereby creating a division between the case details.
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
2/18/20131/24/2013 Yes Not sustained
Closing letter sent toComplainant. Matter closed.
Incorrect Billing
Complaints alleging parking ticket fees were billed inappropriately.
2/5/20131/24/2013 No Does not involve County
Complaint forwarded tonon-County agency, closingletter sent to Complainant.Matter closed.
Unprofessional Behavior
Complaint alleging employees of a non-County entity wereobserved behaving unprofessionally.
1/30/2013 Yes Pending
Unfair Treatment
Former County employee alleges unfair treatment.
Page: 110/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
6/28/20131/30/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Employees Engaging in Non-Work Activities
Complaint alleging several employees are engaging in non-workactivities while at work.
2/11/2013 Yes Pending
Failure to Follow Recruitment Process
Complaint alleging a department did not follow an employmentrecruitment process.
2/12/2013 Yes Pending
Mismanaged Retiree Health Benefits
Complaint alleging mismanagement of retiree health benefits.
2/12/20142/13/2013 Yes Sustained
Matter closed.
Payment from Wrong Account
Complaint alleging that a County employee paid a departmentalexpense from the wrong account.
Page: 210/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
5/13/20132/18/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Employees Working Fewer Hours Than Claimed
Complaint alleging that staff members worked fewer hours thanthey claimed.
4/30/20132/20/2013 Yes Not a Whistleblower matter
Closing letter sent toComplainant.
Improper Eviction
Complaint alleging the County was involved in an impropereviction of a tenant.
2/26/20132/25/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed
Failure to Follow Up on Complaint
Complaint alleging a County department did not follow upregarding a complaint against a third party.
2/17/20152/27/2013 Yes Not sustained
Appropriate follow up actionwas taken by the departmentto avoid problems in the
Page: 310/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
future. Matter closed.Lunchtime Cooking Odors
Complaint alleging that lunchtime cooking odors from adepartmental kitchen area are distracting.
2/28/20132/28/2013 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Fined Without Good Reason
Complaint alleging a non-County entity fined a local businesswithout good reason.
4/14/20153/4/2013 Yes Not sustained
Department has institutedchanges.
Disclosure of Job Application Status
Complaint alleging improper disclosure of a job application status.
3/5/20133/4/2013 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Nonspecific Complaint Against Multiple Entities
Nonspecific complaint with multiple allegations against multipleentities.
Page: 410/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
6/19/20133/6/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Employee Working Less than Others
Complaint alleging a County employee is not working as much asothers.
1/8/20143/9/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Tactless Contractor
Complaint alleging a County contractor's staff members are rude.
7/2/20133/11/2013 Yes Not sustained
Closing letter sent toComplainant. Matter closed.
Unfair Treatment
Complaint from a County employee alleging unfair treatment by asupervisor.
4/29/20133/12/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unqualified Employee
Complaint alleging a County employee is not qualified.
Page: 510/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
2/11/20153/18/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unfairness Regarding County Paychecks
Complaint alleging some County employees have access to paybefore others.
8/26/20133/27/2013 Yes Partially sustained
Matter resolved.
Disrespectful Employees
Complaint alleging employees were rude and arguing in front ofthe public.
4/29/20153/28/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Additional Class Time
Complaint alleging a class believed to be sponsored by the Countyis not long enough.
3/28/20133/28/2013 No Resolved directly byDepartment
Matter resolved to theComplainant's satisfaction. Matter closed.
Lack of Customer Service
Complaint alleging a lack of customer service in a Countydepartment.
Page: 610/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
4/29/20133/28/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Manager Showing Favoritism
Complaint alleging a manager showed favoritism in a personnelmatter.
4/8/20133/30/2013 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Complaints Against Non-County Entities
Complaint listing multiple allegations against several non-Countyentities.
12/13/20134/1/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Employee Not Working Claimed Hours
Complaints alleging a County employee does not work claimedhours.
3/14/20144/2/2013 No Lack of specificity despitefollow up
Matter closed.
Missed Entitlements
Complaints alleging that particular individuals are not receivingdisability entitlements.
Page: 710/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
8/8/20134/4/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unfair Treatment
Complaint alleging unfair treatment after audit conversation.
4/8/2013 Yes Pending
Verbally Abusive Coworker
Complaint alleging a coworker is verbally abusive andunprofessional.
2/13/20154/10/2013 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Workers' Compensation Benefits Withheld/Delayed
Complaint alleging workers' compensation benefits wereinappropriately delayed or withheld.
4/18/2013 Yes Pending
Unnecessary Cost
Complaint alleging that a County department is incurring anunnecessary cost.
Page: 810/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
3/3/20154/18/2013 Yes Not a Whistleblower matter
Closed due to confidentialinvestigation by department.
Improper Procedures
Complaint alleging improper procedures were used in a Countyfacility.
12/13/20134/19/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unnecessary Overtime
Complaint alleging that a supervisor is allowing staff to chargeunnecessary overtime.
7/16/20134/22/2013 Yes Sustained
Contractor terminated. Matterclosed.
Rude Consultant
Complaint alleging that a County consultant was rude and insultingto staff members.
3/13/20154/25/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Rude Employee
Complaint alleging a manager is rude and behaves inappropriately.
Page: 910/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
12/13/20134/27/2013 Yes Sustained
Employee receivedadmonishment and notified ofthe possibility of discipline.
Improper Use of Overtime
Complaint alleging an employee is improperly approving overtime.
6/6/20134/28/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unqualified Employee
Complaint alleging that an employee's employment-eligibilitydocument is no longer valid.
5/13/20155/2/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Personal Business Conducted at Work
Complaint alleging an employee is running a side business duringCounty work hours.
5/21/20135/2/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Time Off Reported Inaccurately
Complaint alleging an employee did not report time off accurately.
Page: 1010/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
5/5/2013 Yes Pending
Need for Clarification Regarding Reorganization
Complaint alleging a departmental reorganization has causedconfusion among staff members.
5/21/20135/8/2013 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
No Response to Request
Complaint alleging a County staff member did not follow up on aparticular request.
7/16/20135/15/2013 Yes Sustained
Contractor terminated. Matterclosed.
Contractor Not Following County Rules
Complaint alleging a County contractor is not following certainCounty rules.
8/8/20135/19/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Out of Sync with Departmental Goal
Complaint alleging a County employee is acting contrary to thedepartment's goals.
Page: 1110/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
5/31/20135/21/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Personal Use of County Property
Complaint alleging that a County employee borrowed Countyproperty for personal use.
5/21/20135/21/2013 Yes Not sustained
Video confirmed the item wasreturned to the customer.Matter closed.
Personal Item Moved
Complaint alleging a County employee moved an item belongingto a customer without discussion.
6/23/20145/22/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Employee with Conflict of Interest
Complaint alleging that a County employee had a conflict ofinterest in handling a particular matter.
4/29/20155/23/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Favoritism in a Personnel Matter
Complaint alleging favoritism in a personnel matter.
Page: 1210/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
5/31/2013 Yes Pending
Favoritism in Hiring
Complaint alleging that an employee favored friends in hiringprocess.
4/22/20156/12/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Business Link
Complaint alleging a link between a new contractor and a Countystaff member.
6/14/20136/14/2013 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Nonspecific Allegations Against a Non-County Entity
Complaint alleging several nonspecific items against a non-Countyentity.
9/24/20136/29/2013 Yes Not sustained
The Department and CCOpursued and successfullyobtained a TRO shutting downthe rodeos.
Page: 1310/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
Non-Conforming Property Use
Complaint alleging that a privately-owned property does notconform with the zoning requirements, and that the County doesnothing to stop the practice.
9/25/20137/10/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Improper Charging of Time Off
Complaint alleging that a supervisor allowed an employee tocharge vacation time off to sick time.
9/16/20137/11/2013 Yes Not sustained
Closing letter sent toComplainant. Matter closed.
Too Much Time Off
Complaint alleging that a County employee is taking too muchtime off.
7/23/20137/13/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Improved Attendance
Complaint alleging a County employee needs to improveattendance.
Page: 1410/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
7/13/2013 Yes Pending
Biased Employee
Complaint alleging a County employee is biased and unsuited for aparticular assignment.
7/15/2013 Yes Pending
Unprocessed Document
Complaint alleging that a document submitted to the County hasnot been processed.
7/16/2013 Yes Pending
False Claim for Benefits
Complaint alleging a County employee is improperly obtainingcertain benefits.
4/13/20157/17/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unfair Treatment
Complaint from a County employee alleging unfair treatment.
Page: 1510/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
9/27/20137/18/2013 Yes Not sustained
Closing letter sent toComplainant. Matter closed.
Unfair Work Assignments and Pay
Complaint from an employee alleging a lack of fairness in workassignments and pay.
7/18/2013 Yes Pending
Job Specifications Not Followed
Complaint alleging that the work handled by a particular employeedoes not match the County job specifications.
12/17/20137/29/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unprofessional Employee
Complaint from a member of the public alleging an employee wasobserved behaving unprofessionally.
8/7/2013 Yes Pending
Misuse of Position
Employee Taking Advantage of Position
Page: 1610/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
2/13/20158/9/2013 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Complaint involved a policydecision, and not aWhistleblower matter.
Costly Purchase
Complaint alleging a purchase is costing a department too muchmoney.
3/20/20158/9/2013 Yes Not a Whistleblower matter
Closed due to confidentialinvestigation by department.
Employees Not Following Policy
Complaint alleging that several employees are not following aCounty policy.
5/26/20158/9/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Inappropriate Influence
Complaint alleging an employee used their County positioninappropriately.
Page: 1710/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
8/27/20138/19/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Error in Job Posting
Complaint alleging that a job posting contains an error.
11/27/20138/19/2013 Yes Partially sustained
Department took correctiveaction regarding employee atissue, and is coordinatingcommunication-training foremployees within thedepartment.
Manager Involved in Favoritism
Complaint alleging a manager plays favorites.
9/9/20138/19/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Inadequate Assistance
Complaint from a customer alleging inadequate assistance fromCounty staff in a dispute.
Page: 1810/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
4/20/20158/21/2013 No Insufficient information
Matter closed.
Policy Not Followed
Complaint alleging that a County policy was not followed.
8/27/20138/22/2013 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Problem with Files in Non-County Agency
Complaint alleging a non-County agency engaged in wrongdoingrelating to its files.
8/26/2013 Yes Pending
Bias in Hiring
Complaint alleging bias in hiring in a County department.
11/20/20138/26/2013 Yes Sustained
Department has takenappropriate action regardingemployees at issue, and isreviewing and reconfirming
Page: 1910/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
policies and expectations withall staff. Closing letter sent toComplainant. Matter closed.
Personal Use of County Property
Complaint alleging County property was used for personalbusiness.
4/20/20158/28/2013 No Insufficient information
Not enough informationprovided for an investigation.
Qualified Applicants Passed Over
Complaint alleging qualified applicants to County positions arepassed over.
3/24/20158/28/2013 Yes Partially sustained
Posted signs are misleadingand staff may havemisunderstood them. FAF toadjust appropriately. Staffnotified and provided with aclarification of the policy.
Smoking in Non-Smoking Area
Complaint alleging that individuals are smoking in a non-smokingarea behind a County building.
Page: 2010/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
8/29/2013 Yes Pending
Employees Not Working Full Days
Complaint alleging specific County employees are not working fulldays.
11/13/20139/6/2013 Yes Not sustained
To decrease possible negativeinteractions and bolstereffective communications, thedepartment provided trainingto the supervisor and offered communication opportunitiesfor staff.
Unqualified and Unpleasant Employee
Complaint alleging a County employee is unqualified and behavesunpleasantly towards co-workers.
12/13/20139/10/2013 Yes Not sustained
The issues raised in thecomplaint did not relate to"improper governmentalactivity" but to scarcity ofresources. The department is
Page: 2110/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
seeking to do more hiring. Department Understaffed
Complaint alleging a department is understaffed.
9/12/20139/11/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Personal Use of County Property
Complaint alleging an employee is making personal use of Countyproperty.
9/30/20139/13/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Employee Harassing the Public
Complaint alleging an employee is harassing members of thepublic.
12/17/20149/13/2013 Yes Partially sustained
Employee voluntarily agreed toa job code demotion. Matterclosed.
Employee Operating Personal Business During County Work Time
Complaint alleging a County employee is operating a personalbusiness while at work.
Page: 2210/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
12/23/20139/17/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Possible Confidentiality Issues
Complaint alleging an employee has confidential files and coulduse additional supervision.
11/20/20139/30/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Misuse of Work Time
Complaint alleging a County employee runs personal errandsduring work time.
4/21/201510/3/2013 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Inadequate Services
Complaint from a County customer alleging that the servicesprovided by a department were inadequate.
10/10/2013 Yes Pending
Process Handled Unprofessionally
Complaint alleging that a department handled a required processunfairly.
Page: 2310/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
9/9/201410/11/2013 Yes Partially sustained
Dept. worked with theemployee to correct the issueand evaluated similarly situatedstaff for compliance.
Employee Lied About Qualifications
Complaint alleging an employee lied about qualifications for theirposition.
2/24/201510/15/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Following County Policies
Complaint from an employee alleging poor treatment for followingCounty policies.
4/29/201510/16/2013 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Poor Implementation
Complaint alleging that a County project was poorly implemented.
Page: 2410/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/17/2013 Yes Pending
Employee Disregarded Hiring Process
Complaint alleging an employee disregarded County hiringprocesses.
10/19/2013 Yes Pending
Unpleasant Manager
Complaint alleging a manager is unpleasant towards staffmembers.
10/23/2013 Yes Pending
Favoritism in Hiring
Complaint alleging a County department showed favoritism inhiring decisions.
4/24/201510/24/2013 No Insufficient information
Matter closed.
Unfair Treatment and Fraud
Complaint alleging unfair treatment and fraud by an employee.
Page: 2510/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
11/20/201310/29/2013 Yes Not sustained
Closing letter sent toComplainant. Matter closed.
Inquiry Regarding a Hiring Decision
Complaint inquiring into a recent hiring decision.
4/14/201411/4/2013 Yes Not sustained
The activity complained aboutis consistent with Countypolicy. Matter closed.
Unworkable Response
Complaint alleging that a County department did not provide aworkable solution to a customer's request.
4/21/201411/5/2013 No Insufficient information
Complainant was asked toprovide additional details. Noresponse received. Matterclosed.
Unfair Hiring Practices
Complaint alleging unfair hiring practices in a County department.
Page: 2610/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
2/6/201411/6/2013 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Non-County Complaint
Complaint listing a number of nonspecific allegations againstseveral non-County agencies.
11/9/2013 Yes Pending
Bullied Employee
Complaint alleging bullying in a County department.
5/13/201511/13/2013 No Insufficient information
Matter closed
Critical Issues
Complaint from an employee alleging several issues against staff ina County department.
11/13/2013 Yes Pending
Lack of Contact Information
Complaint alleging that documentation received from a Countydepartment lacked current contact information.
Page: 2710/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
1/13/201411/22/2013 Yes Partially sustained
Confirmed that some barkingoccurred at the site. Ownersadvised of County regulations.Specific training and solutionswere recommended. Matterclosed.
Barking Dogs Creating a Nuisance
Complaint from a resident alleging that an unapproachableneighbor's barking dogs are creating a nuisance.
1/21/201411/22/2013 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Rude Response to Question
Complaint alleging that a County staff member treated a callerrudely in the course of a recent telephone conversation.
4/11/201412/4/2013 Yes Partially sustained
Application was reevaluatedand applicant was invited tothe oral examinations. Applicant declined. Matterclosed.
Misread Job Application
Complaint alleging a job application was not reviewed correctly.
Page: 2810/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
4/22/201412/9/2013 No Insufficient information
Matter closed.
Possible Breach of Confidentiality
Complaint alleging an employee's confidentiality may have beenbreached.
6/17/201412/16/2013 Yes Sustained
Management followed up withthe employee and the officewas cleaned up. Matterclosed.
Messy Co-Worker
Complaint alleging that a co-worker has made a mess in a smalloffice that is shared with others.
4/12/201412/19/2013 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Complainant advocates for apolicy change. Management toreview the suggestions.
Suggested Revision to Policy
Complaint alleging that the County could save money if a revisionwas made to a departmental policy.
Page: 2910/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
3/24/201512/23/2013 Yes Not sustained
In an effort to make theassignment of overtime moretransparent to all staff, a newregistration procedure wasadopted by the department. Matter closed.
Too Much Time-Off
Complaint alleging some staff members in a department are takingtoo much time off and some are working too much overtime.
3/19/201412/24/2013 Yes Not sustained
Complainant informed ofresult of investigation. Matterclosed.
Access of Information
Complaint alleging that an employee in a County department mayhave accessed information without permission.
4/11/20141/17/2014 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Possible Hiring of Unsuitable Person
Complaint alleging a non-County agency may be hiring anunsuitable person.
Page: 3010/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
1/28/20141/20/2014 Yes Partially sustained
The employee was on-call. The department counseled theemployee and trained staffregarding appropriate use ofCounty vehicles. Matterclosed.
Employee in Non-County Setting
Complaint alleging an employee was observed in a non-Countysetting during work hours.
4/13/20152/5/2014 Yes Not sustained
Complaint not sustained,however, investigation led todiscovery of other violations(inaccurate disclosure on OEISform). Employee complainedabout has left County.
Ownership of Outside Businesses
Complaint alleging that a County employee owns several outsidebusinesses.
Page: 3110/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
8/18/20142/5/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Vacation Time Not Deducted Correctly
Complaint alleging that an employee's vacation hours were notdeducted correctly.
5/21/20142/5/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Recommendations Not Implemented
Complaint alleging that the recommendations made in a reporthave not been implemented.
2/6/2014 Yes Pending
Misuse of Leave Time
Complaint alleging an employee is misusing leave time.
6/15/20162/7/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Personal Calls on County Time
Complaint alleging that a County employee engaged in personalmatters during work hours.
Page: 3210/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
4/28/20142/10/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Possible Conflict in Contract Award
Complaint alleging that there may have been a conflict in theselection of a vendor.
3/3/20152/12/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Overcharged by Contractor
Complaint alleging that a contractor overcharged a Countydepartment.
4/18/20142/19/2014 Yes Sustained
Corrective Action Plan: Memore: Prohibition on smoking sentto employees. Matter closed.
Smoking Outside County Building
Complaint alleging that employees are smoking cigarettes directlyoutside a County building.
4/29/20142/20/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Selective Enforcement
Complaint alleging that a County department is selective in itsenforcement of a law relating to animals.
Page: 3310/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
8/27/20143/1/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Full-time Job Filled by Part-time Worker
Complaint alleging that an employee does not work a fullschedule.
4/14/20143/4/2014 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Complainant referred to theWelfare Fraud Tip Line. Matter closed.
Suspected Welfare Fraud
Complaint alleging that several individuals may be lying about theirincome and committing welfare fraud.
4/30/20143/5/2014 Yes Sustained
Termination recommended.
Personal Items Stored on County Property
Complaint alleging that an employee is storing personal items onCounty property.
5/5/20143/8/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Dogs Running Loose
Complaint alleging that dogs are running loose near Countyproperty and need to be kept under control.
Page: 3410/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
4/1/20143/11/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Inadequate Services
Complaint alleging that a County department provides inadequateservice.
5/1/20143/14/2014 No Insufficient information
Matter closed.
Nonspecific Allegations of Drug Use
Complaint alleging that employees are using drugs in severalunidentified government agencies.
7/1/20143/16/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Favoritism in Promotions
Complaint alleging favoritism in the promotion process in aCounty department.
7/30/20153/18/2014 Yes Partially sustained
Additional training provided tostaff to clarify timekeepingprocedures.
Time Off Charged Incorrectly
Complaint alleging that an employee charges time off incorrectly.
Page: 3510/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
3/28/20143/21/2014 Yes Not sustained
The investigation found thatthe vehicle was used in theperformance of officialbusiness. Matter closed.
County Vehicle Used for Personal Errand
Complaint alleging that an employee was observed using a Countyvehicle for a personal errand.
6/10/20143/24/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Harassment of Employees
Complaint alleging that certain employees in a County departmentare subjected to harassment.
4/22/20155/2/2014 Yes Sustained
Internal procedures changed.Customer service traininginstituted.
Lack of Customer Service
Complaint alleging a County department needs to improvecommunications with County retirees.
Page: 3610/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
5/29/20145/5/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Allegations of Fraudulent Activity
Complaint alleging staff members were improperly accused offraudulent activity.
6/5/20145/8/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Personal Files Not Returned
Complaint alleging a County department did not return acustomer's personal files.
5/30/20145/13/2014 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Suggestion for Law Enforcement
Offer of assistance in a local law enforcement matter.
8/6/20145/13/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Inaccurate Benefit Form
Complaint alleging an employee may have submitted an inaccuratedisability claim form and received benefits improperly.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
6/5/20145/13/2014 No Insufficient information
Several attempts were made toask complainant for additionaldetails, but no response wasreceived. Matter closed.
Exchange Concerning a Vehicle
Complaint from a County resident alleging an unpleasant exchangeconcerning a vehicle.
7/25/20145/15/2014 No Insufficient information
Complainant did not provideenough information for aninvestigation and did notrespond to follow up calls. Matter closed.
Abusive and Inappropriate Staff Member
Complaint alleging an employee engages in abusive andinappropriate behavior.
4/27/20155/29/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Possible Misuse of Position
Complaint alleging an employee may be misusing his/her positionto conduct voter fraud.
Page: 3810/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
8/29/20146/2/2014 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Vague Allegations
The Whistleblower Program was cc'd on several vague, disjointedcommunications regarding an eviction. However, no actionablerequest was made of the Whistleblower Program.
6/2/2014 Yes Pending
Improperly Received Benefits
Complaint alleging a terminated employee applied for and receivedbenefits improperly.
10/21/20146/11/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Items Missing from Inadequately Staffed Facility
Complaint alleging a County facility is inadequately staffed andthat items are disappearing.
7/29/20146/11/2014 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
No Background Checks
Complaint alleging a non-County, private organization does notperform background checks on its staff.
Page: 3910/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
8/1/20146/19/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unfair Hiring Practice
Complaint alleging a hiring process was not handled fairly.
8/27/20146/19/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Employees Goofing Off
Complaint alleging County employees were seen fooling aroundinstead of doing their jobs.
6/30/20146/23/2014 No Resolved directly byDepartment
Matter resolved to theComplainant's satisfaction. Complaint withdrawn. Matterclosed.
Poor Customer Service
Complaint alleging a refund was not issued as promised.
Page: 4010/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
12/2/20147/3/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Certain Employees Not Valued
Complaint alleging the recent cancellation of a job postingdemonstrates that management does not value the employees whoapplied.
7/30/20147/11/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Inaccurate Information
Complaint alleging the County maintains incorrect informationregarding two residents.
10/7/20147/16/2014 No Insufficient information
Calls asking for additionalinformation were not returned.Matter closed.
Benefit and Tax Fraud
Complaint alleging a particular individual is commiting fraud byhiding income/assets and profiting from benefits and reducedtaxes.
8/11/20147/25/2014 Yes Not sustained
Underlying case file reopenedbased on new information.
Page: 4110/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
Matter closed.Request to Reopen a File
Complaint alleging a County department failed to thoroughlyexamine all aspects of a matter in reaching a decision.
9/30/20147/29/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Threatened Layoff
Complaint alleging a County employee attempted to convinceanother employee to retire to avoid a layoff.
7/29/2014 Yes Pending
Pushy Employee
Complaint alleging a County employee acted in a manner thatmade another employee feel uncomfortable and threatened.
10/7/20148/9/2014 No Does not involve County
Closing email sent toComplainant. Matter closed.
Dispute Between Members of a Homeowners Association
Complaint alleging a board member of a private homeownersassociation is retaliating against a resident who filed a complaintwith management.
Page: 4210/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/10/20148/12/2014 No Does not involve County
Complainant directed to properagency. Matter closed.
Attendee at a Non-County Meeting Intimidated by Staff
Complaint alleging a staff member of a non-County agencyintimidated an attendee at a meeting.
10/7/20148/13/2014 No Resolved directly byDepartment
Matter closed.
Unethical and Unprofessional Contractor
Complaint alleging a contractor's staff member behaved in anunethical and unprofessional manner.
10/8/20148/23/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Personal Relationship
Complaint alleging a personal relationship between two employeesis affecting the workplace.
11/20/20148/27/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Retaliatory Termination
Complaint from a former County employee alleging that he/shewas improperly terminated for speaking up about violations oflaw.
Page: 4310/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/31/20149/5/2014 Yes Partially sustained
Verbal counseling toemployee; ongoing monitoringto ensure compliance withCounty workplace policies.
Unavailable Manager
Complaint alleging a manager is frequently unavailable.
9/11/2014 Yes Pending
Employee's Personal Property Kept by Department
Complaint alleging staff members in a County department did notreturn an employee's personal property in a timely manner.
11/24/20149/18/2014 Yes Sustained
Matter was discussed withemployee, who promised notto repeat this behavior. Matterclosed.
Unprofessional Behavior
Complaint alleging a County employee was observed behaving inan unprofessional manner.
Page: 4410/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/15/20149/22/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed
Borrowed Vehicle
Complaint alleging an employee checked out a County vehicle, butdidn't drive it to work.
9/25/2014 Yes Pending
Unsupervised Employee
Complaint alleging a manager is allowing an employee to workwithout supervision.
11/3/201410/9/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Improper Use of County Resources
Complaint alleging improper use of County resources.
10/15/201410/13/2014 No Does not involve County
Complaint forwarded tonon-County agency. Matterclosed.
Job Openings Leaked
Complaint alleging job openings at a non-County agency areregularly leaked to members of a particular community beforethey are posted.
Page: 4510/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
11/20/201410/16/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Children Sent Abroad
Complaint alleging that a family is unlawfully sending adoptedchildren abroad.
11/19/201410/20/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Using Resources Without Benefiting the Public
Complaint alleging that a County department is spending resourcesfor a swimming pool that does not benefit the public.
12/1/201410/22/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Position Not Posted
Complaint alleging that a department promoted an employee to aposition that was not properly posted.
12/8/201410/27/2014 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Non-County Website
Complaint received requesting the closure of a non-Countywebsite.
Page: 4610/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/27/2014 Yes Pending
Glitch in System
Complaint alleging that a system glitch prevented the County'sonline system from accepting a job application.
4/23/201511/10/2014 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Mishandling of Case
Complaint alleging mishandling of a matter by County employees.
4/27/201511/18/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Lack of Support Options
Complaint alleging a lack of choice of support options for clientswith substance abuse issues in violation of law.
12/2/201411/20/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Non-receipt of Payment
Complaint alleging non-payment by County for services rendered.
Page: 4710/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
11/24/2014 Yes Pending
Unfair Hiring Practices
Complaint alleging unfair hiring practices in a County department.
12/7/2014 Yes Pending
Favored Employee
Complaint alleging that a manager allows a favored employee touse County time for a side business.
4/22/201512/8/2014 Yes Sustained
Ineligible beneficiary removed.
Health Benefits
Complaint alleging that an employee has inappropriately kept anineligible beneficiary on a County benefit plan.
4/22/201512/17/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Difficulty Cancelling Unwanted Benefit
Complaint alleging that an employee made it difficult for a personto cancel a benefit.
Page: 4810/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
2/24/201512/23/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Additional Supervision Needed
Complaint alleging that the managers of a County department arenot doing an adequate job of supervising staff.
12/24/201412/24/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
County Funds for Private Benefit
Complaint alleging that two County employees are using publicfunds for private benefit.
2/26/201512/31/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unfair Promotional Hiring
Complaint alleging nepotism in hiring practices in a Countydepartment.
5/1/201512/31/2014 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Early Dismissal
Complaint alleging that staff members in a County departmentwere allowed to leave two hours early on a work day.
Page: 4910/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
1/3/2015 Yes Pending
Vacation While on Medical Leave
Complaint alleging that an employee went on vacation while outon medical leave.
1/28/20151/5/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unprofessional Behavior
Complaint alleging that a County employee was observedbehaving in an unprofessional manner.
3/16/20151/7/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Call to Outside Agency
Complaint from a County employee alleging retaliation by hissupervisor for complaining to an outside agency.
11/13/20151/10/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Misuse of Overtime
Complaint alleging misuse of overtime by several employees in aCounty department.
Page: 5010/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
3/25/20151/14/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Conflict of Interest
Complaint alleging that a County employee has a personal conflictof interest in a particular matter.
3/15/20151/18/2015 Yes Partially sustained
Specific training recommendedfor department.
Forms Filled Out Incorrectly
Complaint alleging that forms completed by employees in aCounty department are not complying with privacy standards.
2/26/20151/21/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Testing to Promote
Complaint alleging that employees must pass a test to be promotedwithin an alternately-staffed position, while employees whotransfer into a similar position are not tested.
1/21/2015 Yes Pending
Pay Without Working
Complaint alleging that several staff members in a particulardepartment are claiming pay for hours they did not work.
Page: 5110/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
1/22/2015 Yes Pending
Unfair Hiring Practices
Complaint alleging improper hiring in a County department.
2/3/20151/22/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Vindictive Employee
Complaint alleging that a County employee is retaliating against acustomer who complained about the worker to his boss.
2/6/20151/23/2015 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Barbeque Pit
Complaint alleging that police were needlessly called over the useof a barbeque pit at a non-County facility.
4/13/20151/24/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Secret Sauce
Complaint alleging that a local restaurant is selling a product inimproperly-labeled bottles.
Page: 5210/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
5/21/20152/1/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Moonlighting on the Job
Complaint alleging that an employee is working a second jobduring County work hours.
2/4/2015 Yes Pending
Safety Concerns
Complaint alleging potential safety issues have developed as theresult of the County's reliance on an outside contractor.
2/13/20152/9/2015 No Insufficient information
Matter closed.
Followed
Complaint from a person who alleges he or she is being followedfor filing a complaint.
3/17/20152/13/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Expired Rule
Complaint alleging that a County division is applying an expiredrule to certain matters.
Page: 5310/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
2/17/2015 Yes Pending
Dysfunctional Office
Complaint alleging that a County department is mismanaged anddysfunctional.
2/17/2015 Yes Pending
Employee Working Less than Others
Complaint alleging that a County employee is not working as hardas others.
2/26/2015 Yes Pending
Belligerent Employee
Complaint alleging that a County employee is harassing anotherstaff member.
6/4/20162/27/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unnecessary Overtime
Complaint alleging that staff members in a certain department arepaid overtime without earning it.
Page: 5410/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
3/5/20153/4/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Inaccurate Work History
Complaint alleging that an employee provided the County with aninaccurate job history.
4/15/20153/10/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Automated Process
Complaint alleging that the County should institute an electronicprocess superior to current processes.
3/10/2015 Yes Pending
Bullying Employee
Complaint alleging that a County employee acted in a bullyingmanner.
3/12/2015 Yes Pending
New Charges Added to Property Tax Bill
Complaint alleging that the County should not place certaincharges on property tax bills.
Page: 5510/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
4/17/20153/16/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Offsite During Work
Complaint alleging that a County employee was spotted in anon-work location during business hours.
3/16/2015 Yes Pending
False Accusation
Complaint alleging that an employee made a false accusationagainst a co-worker.
7/6/20153/16/2015 Yes Sustained
Employee to receive additionaltraining. Matter closed.
Unqualified Employee
Complaint alleging that a County employee is untrustworthy andnot qualified for their job.
3/17/2015 Yes Pending
Contract with Voters Violated
Complaint alleging that a contract with the voters on a ballotmeasure is being violated.
Page: 5610/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
3/17/2015 Yes Pending
Studying on the Job
Complaint alleging that a County employee is spending timestudying instead of working.
4/28/20153/22/2015 Yes Sustained
Corrective action planinstituted.
Personal Use of County Property
Complaint alleging that a County employee is making use ofCounty property for personal matters.
3/26/2015 Yes Pending
Excessive Absences
Complaint received online alleging that a County employee isaway from the workplace an excessive amount of time.
4/10/20153/26/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Illegal Arrest
Complaint from a person alleging that charges against him or herwere trumped up.
Page: 5710/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
3/30/2015 Yes Pending
Falsifying Information for Food Stamps
Complaint alleging that a person may be falsifying information toreceive food stamps.
4/14/20153/30/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
No Time Off
Complaint alleging that a contractor's staff is unfairly required towork on a holiday.
4/6/2015 Yes Pending
Loose-lipped Manager
Complaint alleging that a manager improperly discussed anemployee with co-workers.
6/8/20154/13/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Records Dispute
Complaint alleging that a County employee sought access toparticular records.
Page: 5810/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
12/28/20154/28/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Favoritism
Complaint alleging that management in a County departmentfavors certain employees over others.
5/2/2015 Yes Pending
Unfair Hiring Practices
Complaint alleging unfair hiring practices by a County manager.
6/15/20155/4/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Denial of Medical Supplies
Complaint alleging denial of access to medical supplies to aninmate.
10/1/20155/7/2015 Yes Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Unpopular Training
Complaint alleging that an employee morale-boosting program iscounterproductive.
Page: 5910/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
6/19/20155/8/2015 Yes Sustained
Employee training initiated.
No Response to Request for Assistance
Complaint alleging that a County employee was rude andunresponsive to a County customer.
7/10/20155/9/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Additional Staff Not Needed
Complaint questioning a department's request to hire an addtionalstaff member.
5/11/2015 Yes Pending
Unfair Hiring Practices
Complaint alleging manipulation of the hiring process by adepartment director.
10/16/20155/14/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Discriminatory Policy
Complaint alleging that a particular County policy isdiscriminatory.
Page: 6010/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/21/20155/14/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Confidential investigationconducted by department.
Non-functioning Equipment
Complaint alleging that a County department is violating a policy,and using non-functioning equipment.
8/27/20155/17/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Complaints Ignored
Complaint alleging that a County department is unresponsive.
8/11/20165/17/2015 Yes Partially sustained
Department implemented newprocedures.
Faulty Documentation
Complaint alleging that an employee is not filling out requiredCounty timecard documentation correctly.
5/27/2015 Yes Pending
Unreasonable Scheduling
Complaint alleging that a County department is inflexible whenscheduling appointments.
Page: 6110/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
5/28/20155/28/2015 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Non-County Code Violation
Complaint alleging that a non-County municipality has beennon-responsive.
5/29/2015 Yes Pending
Improper Impersonation
Complaint alleging impersonation of a former employee by acurrent employee.
6/1/2015 Yes Pending
Additional Requirements
Complaint alleging staff are colluding to make County contractingdifficult.
6/4/2015 Yes Pending
Improper Billing
Complaint alleging that a department's employees are improperlybilling other entities.
Page: 6210/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
11/13/20156/11/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Uneven Workload
Complaint alleging that certain staff members in a Countydepartment are not working as much as required, while otheremployees pick up the slack.
9/1/20156/24/2015 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Non-County Employee
Question submitted regarding a non-County employee.
9/18/20156/26/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Controversial Flag
Complaint alleging that the County should not fly a particular flag.
10/21/20157/5/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Confidential investigationconducted by department.
Unprofessional Behavior
Complaint alleging unprofessional behavior by a department'semployees.
Page: 6310/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/21/20157/6/2015 No Insufficient information
Information provided was notsufficient for an investigation.
Request for Equipment
Complaint alleging that a County customer is in need ofequipment.
7/7/2015 Yes Pending
Leaving Early
Complaint alleging that certain County employees were observedleaving work early.
10/14/20167/8/2015 Yes Partially sustained
Corrective action plan: Verbalcounseling by the supervisor.
Unfair Hiring Practices
Complaint alleging that a department manager is circumventing thehiring rules.
7/9/2015 Yes Pending
Poor Departmental Practices
Complaint alleging poor departmental policies and practicesregarding interns.
Page: 6410/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
5/6/20167/10/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Staff Kept Onsite
Complaint alleging that a subdivision of a County department isrequiring unpaid overtime.
9/1/20157/15/2015 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
No Parking
Complaint alleging the improper use of a non-County street.
7/16/2015 Yes Pending
Absent Employee
Complaint alleging frequent absences by a County employee.
12/11/20157/23/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Change of Duties
Complaint alleging that an experienced employee's job duties wereunexpectedly and improperly changed.
Page: 6510/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
7/23/2015 Yes Pending
Overly Social Employee
Complaint alleging that a particular employee spends most of theday socializing.
9/1/20157/24/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Irregularities in County Process
Complaint alleging irregularities in a County solicitation forservices.
9/1/20157/27/2015 No Does not involve County
Matter closed
Abandoned Vehicle
Complaint alleging that an abandoned non-County vehicle mayhave been stolen.
6/6/20167/30/2015 Yes Partially sustained
Mitigating actions taken bydepartment.
Timecard Fraud
Complaint alleging that two County employees are clocking in andout for one another.
Page: 6610/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/29/20158/6/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unfair Hiring and Promotion Process
Complaint alleging that a County department handles hiring andpromotions unfairly.
11/5/20158/11/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Favoritism in Promotions
Complaint alleging that a manager showed favoritism in jobpromotions.
10/30/20158/12/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Beneficial Transaction
Complaint alleging that a transaction by a County contractor mayhave benefited a relative.
8/13/2015 Yes Pending
Unprofessional Behavior
Complaint alleging that County employees were observedbehaving in an unprofessional manner.
Page: 6710/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
11/13/20158/19/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Proof of Attendance
Complaint alleging that certain staff members were not required toprovide proof of attendance after being given leave to attend atraining.
9/30/20158/19/2015 Yes Sustained
Appropriate correctivemeasures were institutedthrough the disciplinaryprocess.
Careless Driver
Complaint alleging that an employee was observed driving aCounty vehicle erratically.
8/27/20158/21/2015 No Does not involve County
Follow up correspondencefrom Complainant indicatesthe matter was successfullyresolved by the non-Countyentity.
Policy Ignored
Complaint alleging that a non-County agency does not follow itsown policy.
Page: 6810/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
12/17/20158/25/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Unwelcome Opinions
Complaint alleging that a manager retaliated against staff membersfor speaking up at a Board meeting.
10/5/20158/27/2015 Yes Sustained
Benefits terminated.Department to continueinvestigating.
Welfare Fraud
Complaint alleging that a particular individual submitted falsedocumentation to receive food stamps.
8/27/2015 Yes Pending
Slow Response
Complaint alleging that the services provided to a Countycustomer were inadequate and that an internal accounting processis progressing slowly.
8/31/2015 Yes Pending
Non-Working Employees
Complaint alleging that certain County employees were observedsurfing the web and running personal errands during work hours.
Page: 6910/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
9/1/2015 Yes Pending
Unprofessional Behavior
Complaint alleging that a County employee subjected a customerto unprofessional behavior.
9/30/20159/12/2015 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Non-County Improper Travel
Complaint alleging that several employees at a non-County agencytook a trip that was paid for by a vendor.
9/30/20159/14/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
The department will respondto a CPRA request thatencompassed this complaint.
Unsatisfactory Response
Complaint alleging that a department provided an unsatisfactoryresponse to a California Public Records Act request.
9/17/2015 Yes Pending
Faulty System
Complaint alleging ongoing problems within a County facilitysystem.
Page: 7010/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
9/24/2015 Yes Pending
Safety Concerns
Complaint alleging that potential safety issues have developed as aresult of the County's reliance on an outside contractor.
10/2/2015 Yes Pending
Micromanaged by Supervisors
Complaint alleging harassment of a particular group of Countyemployees.
2/11/201610/5/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Confidential investigationconducted by department.
Disorderly Conduct
Complaint alleging that a County inmate misbehaved on Countyproperty.
10/6/2015 Yes Pending
Ignored Employee
Two complaints alleging a co-worker is being shunned bymanagement.
Page: 7110/24/2016
Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/7/2015 Yes Pending
Report received from KristinaCunningham. John Millsreport still outstanding.
Unsafe Working Conditions and Irregularities in Hiring
Complaint alleging that a County department has unsafe workingconditions and irregularities in hiring.
10/7/2015 Yes Pending
Retaliation for Speaking Up
Complaint from a County employee alleging retaliation afterspeaking to the press.
10/20/201510/7/2015 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Intentional Delays
Complaint alleging that a license applicant at a non-County agencywas subjected to unprofessional behavior.
10/9/2015 Yes Pending
Slow Delivery of Services
Complaint alleging several staff members in a County departmentpurposely and improperly failed to provide a benefit.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/9/201510/9/2015 No Does not involve County
Caller was advised to contactthe Santa Clara County BarAssociation to locate anattorney for legal advice.
Pushed Out of Job
Call from a former employee of a private company alleging that hewas forced to quit.
10/21/201510/12/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Confidential investigationconducted by department.
Ignoring Protocol
Complaint alleging that a County employee is engaging in illegalactivity on the job.
4/25/201610/15/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Hidden Assets
Complaint alleging that a County customer may have lied aboutassets to obtain a benefit.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
10/21/201510/16/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Confidential investigationconducted by department.
Harassment
Complaint alleging harassment of a County client.
11/13/201510/17/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Discrimination
Complaint alleging that a manager in a County department hiresonly members of a particular ethnicity.
10/20/2015 Yes Pending
Retaliation for Speaking Up
Complaint from a County employee alleging that he/she had beenretaliated against for comments made at a Board meeting.
10/24/2015 Yes Pending
Unfair Discipline
Complaint alleging that discipline is unfairly applied in a Countydivision.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
12/18/201510/28/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Court proceeding.
Perjury in Court
Complaint alleging that a County employee made false statementsin a litigation.
11/4/201510/28/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Confidential investigationconducted by department.
Blocked Communications
Complaint alleging that the Complainant was improperly blockedfrom communicating with a County client.
7/21/201610/30/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Improper Assistance on an Employment Test
Complaint alleging that an applicant for a County job improperlyreceived help on an employment test.
2/5/201611/4/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Complainant made aware ofprocess to correct information.
Error in File
Complaint alleging that a County file contains erroneousinformation.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
4/28/201611/12/2015 Yes Does not involve County
Complainant referred toHousing Authority.
Benefit Fraud
Complaint alleging that a County employee is improperly receivinga housing benefit.
12/23/201511/15/2015 Yes Sustained
Corrective action taken.
Personal Mail
Complaint alleging that an employee was observed using Countyequipment to prepare personal correspondence.
12/23/201511/20/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Tax Exempt Status
Complaint alleging that two employees in a County departmentwere rude to a customer and incorrectly tried to impose a fee onan exempt transaction.
2/5/201611/26/2015 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
False Reporting
Complaint alleging that a false report was made to ChildProtective Services in several different counties.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
3/17/201611/26/2015 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Forced Overtime
Complaint alleging that an employee was unfairly required to worka double shift on a holiday, while other staff members were giventhe day off.
12/5/2015 Yes Pending
Unfair Blame
Complaint alleging that the County unfairly blamed a Countycontractor in a dispute.
12/7/2015 Yes Pending
Possible Glitch in System
Complaint alleging that the County's automatic check processingsystem is not working correctly.
2/10/201612/15/2015 Yes Sustained
Corrective action taken.
Potential Timecard Fraud
Complaint alleging that an employee may have had someone elsefill out his timecards while he was on vacation.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
4/13/201612/18/2015 No Not sustained
Matter closed.
Followed by County Employees
Complaint from an individual alleging that he/she is being stalkedby County airplanes, and that County workers are being directedby Neighborhood Watch.
4/13/20161/5/2016 No Does not involve County
Closing letter sent toComplainant with contactinformation for thewhistleblower program at thecorrect agency.
Complex Litigation
Request for assistance in a complex litigation case involvingallegations of corruption, Constitutional violations, and retaliationat several non-County agencies.
1/13/2016 Yes Pending
Leaving Work Early
Complaint alleging that two employees in a County department donot work eight hours per day.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
1/15/2016 Yes Pending
Parking Sticker
Complaint alleging that a Contractor was improperly issued aCounty parking sticker.
1/20/2016 Yes Pending
Carpool Spaces
Complaint alleging that several County carpool parking spaces arebeing used by solo drivers.
4/13/20161/25/2016 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Tracking Location Data
Complaint alleging that a non-County agency plans to trackcellphones during an event.
2/25/20161/26/2016 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Short Hours
Complaint alleging that a particular County employee does notwork eight hours per day.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
2/5/20161/28/2016 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Court proceeding.
Erroneous Ruling
Complaint alleging that a judge made an erroneous ruling in amatter involving environmental pollutants.
4/14/20162/1/2016 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Extra Funding
Complaint alleging that the County makes a profit on certainactivities.
2/3/2016 Yes Pending
Unfair Recruitment
Complaint alleging that management in a County department iscircumventing the recruitment process.
10/14/20162/3/2016 Yes Sustained
Corrective action plan: Employees in question werecounseled.
Unskilled, Non-union Workers
Complaint alleging that unskilled, non-union workers are broughtin to work on County projects.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
4/26/20162/10/2016 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Leaving Work Early
Complaint alleging that a particular County employee leaves workearly on a regular basis.
5/18/20163/14/2016 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Bypass of Hiring Process
Complaint alleging that a County department hired new staffmembers improperly without following the competitve process.
4/14/20163/15/2016 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Non-Union Workers
Complaint alleging that a County department is hiring non-unionshop workers.
4/19/20163/26/2016 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Complaint concerns a matterin litigation.
Malicious Prosecution
Complaint alleging that a County employee is maliciouslyprosecuting the Complainant.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
3/30/2016 Yes Pending
Forced Consent
Complaint alleging that a County department requires newly hiredstaff members to sign documentation that is not in their interest.
3/30/2016 Yes Pending
Trusted Employee
Complaint alleging that a County employee misused his positionfor personal gain.
4/26/20163/30/2016 Yes Not sustained
Matter closed.
Food Stamp Fraud
Complaint alleging that a local establishment is exchanging foodstamps for cash.
4/20/20164/3/2016 No Does not involve County
Matter closed.
Non-Payment for Civic Duty
Complaint alleging that an individual was not paid for Jury Duty.
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Whistleblower Program
Semi-Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
Office of the County Counsel
Date Opened Nature of Complaint Date ClosedDispositionInvestigation
4/11/20164/11/2016 No Not a Whistleblower matter
Matter closed.
Interference in Court Case
Complaint alleging that two County workers lied in court.
5/5/20164/13/2016 Yes Not sustained
Property used for a legitimateCounty business purpose.
Misuse of County Property
Complaint alleging that a County employee may be makingpersonal use of County property.
306Number of Whistleblower Complaints:
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