Learn about the proposed amendment to expand the role of the Broward County Office of the Inspector General (BCOIG) for improved oversight of the School Board of Broward County (SBBC).

On November 5, 2024, voters will be presented with an important amendment to the Broward County Charter. This amendment seeks to expand the authority and responsibilities of the Broward County Office of the Inspector General (BCOIG) to include independent oversight of The School Board of Broward County, FL.

The amendment proposes expanding the BCOIG’s role to include the investigation, audit and review of SBBC operations. The BCOIG would be empowered to investigate potential issues such as misconduct, gross mismanagement, waste and fraud.

"Amends the Broward County Charter to allow the Broward County Inspector General to provide inspector general services to The School Board of Broward County and the constitutional officers of Broward County if the applicable entity (The School Board or the constitutional officer) contracts with the Broward County Office of Inspector General and with Broward County regarding such inspector general services."

If voters approve the amendment, the BCOIG will establish a specialized branch dedicated to SBBC oversight. This branch will include two supervisors, an attorney, three auditors/agents, a manager and an administrative assistant. This special BCOIG branch will cost the District around $1.2 million annually. BCOIG will have enhanced powers, including the ability to subpoena witnesses, require documents, and audit BCPS operations and contracts.

If the amendment does not pass, the current oversight of SBBC will remain with existing agencies, such as the State Attorney’s Office, the Commission on Ethics, and SBBC’s own Audit Department. The BCOIG’s role will not be expanded to include SBBC operations. 

The Broward County Office of Inspector General (OIG) was established in 2010 to provide independent oversight within Broward County and its municipalities. This amendment aims to extend the OIG’s oversight capabilities to include the School Board of Broward County, following recommendations for impartial and effective investigations into government operations.

This amendment is presented to you to inform and educate about the proposed changes to the Broward County Charter. Your vote on November 5, 2024, will determine whether the BCOIG’s role is expanded to include independent oversight of the School Board of Broward County (SBBC). Please review the information on this page carefully to make an informed decision.

For more details on the proposed amendment, visit the following resources:

• Broward County Charter Amendment Overview
• One-pager on Inspector General Ballot Measure
• Executive Summary from the School Board
• General election information

For further Inquiries call the Office of Legislative Affairs at 754-321-2608.