Office of Public Integrity

The Office of Public Integrity (OPI) seeks to to enhance public confidence in City government by providing a means to address and investigate reports of fraud, corruption, waste, and abuse. The office also has responsibility for implementation of the City’s Code of Ethics.

Integrity violations include, but are not limited to:

• Theft or misappropriation of City resources 
• Falsification of official documents or reports 
• Corruption or official misconduct, including misuse of City information, conflicts of interest or offering or accepting bribes 
• Personal use of City-owned vehicles, equipment or supplies 
• Conducting personal business on City time
• Violations of City procurement policy or contract fraud
• Tampering with government records
• Obstructing, retaliating against or tampering with a public servant
• The OPI may collaborate with the Bureau of Human Resources Management whenever necessary; however, OPI does not investigate routine personnel issues such as employee grievances or complaints relating to civil rights or equal employment.  

The OPI has the authority to identify and investigate concerns in all departments and agencies under the jurisdiction of the Mayor as well as any individuals or companies doing business with, or seeking to do business with the City of Rochester.  The OPI will conduct preliminary inquiries, or criminal investigations when appropriate, in partnership with federal, state and local enforcement agencies.