Confidential Reporting Hotline
Douglas County has a whistleblower/fraud waste and abuse program administered by a third-party vendor, Lighthouse. Through this online reporting system, Lighthouse investigates complaints concerning the following:
- Deficiencies in the quality and delivery of city government services.
- Wasteful and inefficient city government practices.
- Misuse of city government funds.
- Improper activities by city government officers and employees.
- Human Resources reports related to employee relations, abuse of benefits, discrimination, harassment, and work environment.
The Whistleblower Program responds to specific allegations of administrative wrongdoing by County employees and those who do business with the County. The Whistleblower Program does not investigate general complaints or suggestions.
Upon receiving a complaint, Lighthouse may investigate the facts alleged to determine whether an improper governmental activity has occurred. Allegations that, even if true, appear immaterial or insignificant from a monetary or operational standpoint, may be referred to the County department involved in the allegation for investigation and response.
Any investigation resulting from a complaint is confidential, so Whistleblower Program staff cannot provide any updates regarding investigation details or results. Neither complaints nor investigative work products will be released.
All County officers and employees are protected by the Whistleblower Program from retaliation for filing a complaint with, or providing information regarding, improper governmental activities. However, reports may be submitted anonymously if desired.
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