The City of New Orleans Ethics Review Board (ERB) is slated to gather within the chambers of the city’s legislative body, at 1300 Perdido St, for their latest assembly on Monday, December 8, at 3:30 p.m. As noted in an announcement published on the City of New Orleans website, the agenda for the day includes a review of the November meeting’s minutes, monthly reports from multiple oversight offices, and discussions on potential salary adjustments, as well as proposed amendment recommendations for the city’s Independent Police Monitor’s appointment restrictions.
Amidst the various items listed, of particular note is a discussion and subsequent vote concerning salary adjustments for the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and the Office of the Independent Police Monitor (OIPM). These adjustments are listed as “Item 1” in the published agenda. Additionally, the board plans to delve into “Item 2,” where they will consider recommending that the New Orleans City Council implement new restrictions for the appointment process of the Independent Police Monitor, the body that functions as a critical oversight mechanism over police activities.
Furthermore, the meeting will address the presentation of monthly reports from the municipal entities tasked with ethics training and the legal counsel who ensures adherence to ethical standards. These reports serve as routine check-ins, allowing the ERB to monitor compliance and address emerging concerns on time, according to the City of New Orleans website…