Olszewski Issues Statement on Inspector General Report

Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today issued the following statement in response to a new report from the Baltimore County Office of the Inspector General which made the following findings:

• The Inspector General found no evidence that the County Executive's friendships resulted in any improper benefits being given by the County and no evidence of impropriety during the procurement of 16 Peterbilt trucks.
• The Inspector General found the County’s retirement settlement payment was proper and found no evidence of a willful intent by the Administration to hide the settlement.
• The Inspector General found no evidence that documents were willfully withheld to hide nefarious conduct on the part of the County.

“I have always said my decisions are guided by fairness, transparency, and a steadfast commitment to serving the public interest. The findings of this independent investigation by the Office of the Inspector General leaves no doubt in its affirmation of my integrity in how I operate and lead.

The residents of Baltimore County deserve and should expect a government that is open, fair, and holds every individual accountable—especially its leadership. That is why I was proud to have created the Office of the Inspector General, to have expanded it, and most recently to have embedded the office into the county charter. I believe that an open and accountable Baltimore County is vital to the long-term success of our communities. 

With this matter now definitively resolved, I will continue working tirelessly for the betterment of our communities, just as I continue to also uphold the trust that the public has placed in me.”