Employees are expected to report all violations or suspected violations of this policy to management in a timely and professional manner. The City recognizes that the reporting party may desire or require anonymity. Thus, anonymous reports or concerns may be reported by any party to the City Manager or the City Attorney. It is the duty of every employee to report any known violation of this policy or what would appear to a reasonable person to be a violation of this policy. Employees are reminded that they may report anonymously any actions that detract from the efficiency and effectiveness of City operations include, but not limited to, fraud, waste, abuse, ethics violations, retaliation, discrimination and safety violations. It is a violation of this policy to retaliate against an employee who makes a report anonymously under Illinois Labor Code. The Illinois State Attorney General’s Whistleblower Hotline number is (888) 814-4646.
(Ord. 2023-33)