§ 2-214. Duties and powers.

(a)

Duties. In connection with the conduct of such investigations as may be authorized by Code of Virginia, § 15.2-2511.2, the Inspector General shall have the following duties:

(1)

To audit, inspect, evaluate and investigate the activities, records and individuals affiliated with contracts and procurements undertaken by the City and any other official act or function of the City.

(2)

To conduct criminal, civil and administrative investigations relating to the municipal affairs of the City.

(3)

To engage in prevention activities, including, but not limited to:

a.

The review of legislation;

b.

The review of rules, regulations, policies, procedures and transactions; and

c.

Training and education.

(4)

To refer matters for further civil, criminal and administrative action to appropriate administrative and prosecutorial agencies.

(5)

To conduct joint investigations and projects with other oversight or law enforcement agencies.

(6)

To issue public reports.

(b)

Powers. In connection with the conduct of such investigations as may be authorized by Code of Virginia, § 15.2-2511.2, the Inspector General shall exercise the following powers:

(1)

To order the attendance of any person as a witness and the production by any person of all relevant books and papers in accordance with Section 4.16 of the City Charter.

(2)

To exercise special conservator of the peace powers to the extent authorized by and obtained pursuant to State law.

(3)

To maintain the confidentiality of records in its possession to the extent permitted by State law.

(Ord. No. 2018-139, § 1, 5-14-2018)

(Ord. No. 2018-139, § 1, 5-14-2018)