Improper governmental actions under this policy include any action by the Village of Carol Stream (including its employees, appointed officials and elected officials) that is undertaken in violation of a federal, state, or Carol Stream law or rule; is an abuse of authority; violates the public's trust or expectation of the individual's conduct; is of substantial and specific danger to the public's health or safety; or is a gross waste of public funds. For purposes of this policy, an "improper governmental action" does not cover personnel actions or violations of collective bargaining agreements unless the personnel action or violation amounts to retaliation within the meaning of this policy.
(Ord. 2021-09-43, passed 9-7-2021)