FY 2027 Office of Ethics and Accountability budget
Prince George's County
Summary
Ivey claimed Emerson is a friend of Council Member Burroughs and that the auditor shouldn't audit an organization connected to any council member. Other members demanded evidence and noted recusal rules apply; the accusation went unanswered because Burroughs wasn't present.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
The office's FY 2027 proposed budget was under review; specific dollar figures were not recorded in the minutes.
Recusal and ethics rules protect the integrity of future audits.
Council Member Burroughs was publicly accused of an improper relationship without evidence presented and was not present to respond.
Mentions & discussions (3)
County Council - SPECIAL MEETING - (Virtual Meeting) - Nov 2, 2026
Ivey claimed Emerson is a friend of Council Member Burroughs and that the auditor shouldn't audit an organization connected to any council member. Other members demanded evidence and noted recusal rules apply; the accusation went unanswered because Burroughs wasn't present.
Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee - Budget Work-session: Revenue Authority; Office of Community Relations; Office of Human Rights; Office of Ethics and Accountability - Apr 16, 2026
The Office of Ethics and Accountability presented its proposed FY 2027 budget. The office handles county ethics oversight and compliance.
Task Forces-Workgroups - Cannabis Reinvestment & Restoration Board - Mar 25, 2026
Some board members run or work for organizations that might want to apply for these grants. The county attorney will research whether those organizations can apply — likely requiring the member to recuse from related votes.
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