Navigating the Post-Retirement Earnings Rules for Public Employees
The Massachusetts Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has a statutory mission under Chapter 12A of the Massachusetts General Laws to detect and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse of public funds at the state and municipal levels. Pursuant to this authority, the OIG is issuing this advisory to assist Massachusetts state and municipal retirees and Massachusetts state and municipal employers in navigating the statutory post-retirement earnings rules.
Read the AdvisoryGeorgetown Conservation Agent Timekeeping, Supervision, and Reimbursement Documentation
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) detailed its findings from a complaint in April 2023 alleging that a former conservation agent for the town of Georgetown’s (town) Conservation Commission was committing payroll fraud by leaving work early and not tracking hours or work performed in the field.
Read the LetterOIG Offers Recommendations to Town of Orange Regarding Surplus Equipment and Supplies Disposal
The OIG investigated a hotline complaint regarding the Orange Elementary Schools’ disposal of surplus inventory during the demolition of the Dexter Park Elementary School and the renovation and expansion of the Fisher Hill Elementary School.
Read the Press ReleaseOIG Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund Advisory
The Massachusetts Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has a statutory mission under Chapter 12A of the Massachusetts General Laws to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse in the expenditure of public funds, whether state, federal, or local. Pursuant to this authority, the OIG is issuing this advisory to assist Local Educational Agencies in spending remaining Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund awards in advance of the upcoming September 30, 2024 obligation deadline.
Read the AdvisoryUxbridge Host Community Agreement with Ironstone Express, Inc.
The Massachusetts Office of the Inspector General (OIG) received a complaint in June 2020 about the approval process for the host community agreement (HCA) for a marijuana retail business owned by Mr. Barry R. Desruisseaux, who was then serving on the town of Uxbridge’s Planning Board.
Read the LetterIG Shapiro Calls on Uxbridge Town Officials to Improve Contract Approval Process
An OIG Investigation found that the host community agreement between Uxbridge and Ironstone Express was altered.
Read the Press ReleaseIG Shapiro Testifies Before Boston City Council Committee Considering Creating a Boston OIG
IG Shapiro expressed concern that the proposed ordinance does not establish an independent Office of the Inspector General and pointed councilors to the Association of Inspectors General model legislation.
Read the Press ReleaseFormer Leyden Police Chief Arraigned on Theft Charges
Following an investigation conducted by the Office of the Inspector General, Daniel J. Galvis, Leyden’s former Chief of Police was arraigned in Greenfield District Court today on numerous charges related to items embezzled from the Town of Leyden.
Read the Press ReleaseIG Testifies on Senate 2571, An Act Empowering Municipalities and Local Governments, Before the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government
IG Shapiro testified in support of changes to the procurement laws proposed within the Municipal Empowerment Act.
Read the Press ReleaseHouse 2488: An Act Relative to Public Safety Personnel
IG Shapiro issued concerns to the Joint Committee on Public Service as the committee considered legislation amending Section 91 of Chapter 32 of the Massachusetts General Laws, the return-to-work. statute.
Read the TestimonyOIG Letter to Committee on Transportation Re: School Bus Procurement
IG Shapiro issued concerns to the Joint Committee on Transportation on issues related to the procurement of electric school buses and their associated charging infrastructure.
Read the TestimonyFormer Medfield Parks & Recreation Director Indicted
Former Director of Medfield Parks & Recreation indicted on larceny charges.
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