What should be reported and what should not be reported on a fraud tip?
Do not report general complaints, suggestions, or personnel issues. Only report material instances of fraud, waste, and abuse that you have witnessed. Some examples are as follows:

- Excessive or Unnecessary Purchases

- Falsifying of Official Documents (Absentee Forms, Travel Forms, Etc.)

- Inappropriate Use or Spending of City Dollars

- Official Misconduct, Conflicts of Interest, or Offering or Accepting Bribes

- Personal Use of City-Owned Vehicles, Equipment, or Supplies

- Theft of City Resources

- Violations of City Procurement Policy

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1. What should be reported and what should not be reported on a fraud tip?
2. When should a fraud tip be reported?
3. What information do you provide on a fraud tip?
4. What happens after a fraud tip is received?
5. What is the purpose of the Fraud Hotline?
6. Why should you contact the Fraud Hotline?
7. How is my identity protected when using the Fraud Hotline?
8. Who operates the Fraud Hotline?
9. Why does the City of Brownsville need an Internal Audit Department?
10. Why and how is the City Auditor independent?
11. How does an area get selected for audit?
12. What occurs after an audit?
13. How do I report fraud?