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To amend the Whistleblower Policy for Sullivan County.
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RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE TO AMEND THE WHISTLEBLOWER POLICY FOR SULLIVAN COUNTY.
WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Legislature (“Legislature”) adopted a Whistleblower Policy (“Policy”) on November 19, 2009 via Resolution No. 447-09; and
WHEREAS, the Legislature amended the Policy on October 20, 2022 via Resolution No. 442-22; and
WHEREAS, the Corporate Compliance Committee has reviewed the Policy and recommended additional revisions to ensure continued alignment with applicable legal, regulatory, and Corporate Compliance Program requirements, as well as to reflect current reporting procedures and organizational practices; and
WHEREAS, the Legislature has determined that it is in the best interest of the County to adopt the revised Whistleblower Policy effective June 18, 2026;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Sullivan County Legislature hereby adopts the attached amended Whistleblower Policy, effective June 18, 2026; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Human Resources Department is hereby authorized and directed to update the Employee Handbook to incorporate the amended Whistleblower Policy; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Manager’s Office is hereby directed to disseminate a copy of the amended Whistleblower Policy to all County employees and take any actions necessary to implement the Policy.