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OIG Audit Plan

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OIG Semiannual Reports

The WMATA OIG Semiannual Report encompasses activities and accomplishments for the past 6 months. OIG’s mandate under the WMATA Compact is to be an independent, objective unit that audits, evaluates, and investigates WMATA activities; promotes economy, efficiency, and effectiveness; fights fraud and abuse; and keeps the Board fully and currently informed about deficiencies in WMATA […]

Evaluation Report

Evalutation Report

Review of WMATA's Non-Revenue Vehicle Program
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) evaluated the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s (WMATA) Non-Revenue Vehicle (NRV) program to determine whether its licensed NRVs are managed and used appropriately in compliance with applicable policies and procedures.

Management Assistance Report

Management Assistance Report - WMATA Crane Purchase
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is transmitting this Management Assistance Report (MAR) based on an allegation of wasteful spending of federal funds. This was associated with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) procurement of a $3.8 million 35 Ton Crane-Rail Bound that did not perform as intended.

Recent Reports

January 26, 2023

Evaluation Report - Review of WMATA's Non-Revenue Vehicle Program

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) evaluated the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s (WMATA) Non-Revenue Vehicle (NRV) program to determine whether its licensed NRVs are managed and used appropriately in compliance with applicable policies and procedures.

November 17, 2022

Management Assistance Report - WMATA Crane Purchase

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is transmitting this Management Assistance Report (MAR) based on an allegation of wasteful spending of federal funds. This was associated with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) procurement of a $3.8 million 35 Ton Crane-Rail Bound that did not perform as intended.

September 22, 2022

Inspector General’s Semiannual Report to Board of Directors, No 30

This Semiannual Report outlines the activities and accomplishments of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s (WMATA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) from January 1, 2022, through June 30, 2022.

OIG IN THE NEWS

Metro Board appoints Rene Febles Inspector GeneralNovember 3, 2022
As released by: Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Click here for press … Continue reading Metro Board appoints Rene Febles Inspector General
WMATA Senior Program Manager Pleads Guilty to Carrying Out Procurement SchemeSeptember 29, 2022
As released by: Department of Justice U.S. Attorney’s Office District of Columbia – … Continue reading WMATA Senior Program Manager Pleads Guilty to Carrying Out Procurement Scheme
Eight Individuals Facing Federal Indictment for a $3 Million Scheme to Defraud Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and the Defense Health AgencyApril 6, 2022
As released by: Department of Justice U.S. Attorney’s Office District of Maryland – … Continue reading Eight Individuals Facing Federal Indictment for a $3 Million Scheme to Defraud Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and the Defense Health Agency
Upper Marlboro Woman Sentenced to 18 Months in Federal Prison for Stealing Over $300,000 in Social Security Benefits to Which She Was Not EntitledAugust 6, 2021
As released by: Department of Justice U.S. Attorney’s Office District of Maryland – … Continue reading Upper Marlboro Woman Sentenced to 18 Months in Federal Prison for Stealing Over $300,000 in Social Security Benefits to Which She Was Not Entitled
Upper Marlboro Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $323,000 in Social Security Benefits to Which She Was Not Entitled | USAO-MD | Department of JusticeMay 10, 2021
As released by: Department of Justice U.S. Attorney’s Office District of Maryland – … Continue reading Upper Marlboro Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $323,000 in Social Security Benefits to Which She Was Not Entitled | USAO-MD | Department of Justice

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OIG evaluated WMATA's Non-Revenue Vehicle (NRV) program to determine whether its licensed NRVs are managed and used appropriately in compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Read the report here: https://wmataoig.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Review-of-WMATAs-Non-Revenue-Vehicle-Program-IG-Final_redacted.pdf

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On behalf of WMATA OIG, we wish you happy holidays and all the best in 2023.
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OIG's latest Management Assistance Report is based on an allegation of wasteful spending of federal funds associated with WMATA's procurement of a $3.8 million 35 Ton Crane-Rail Bound that did not perform as intended. Read the full report here: https://wmataoig.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Management-Assistance-Report-WMATA-Crane-Purchase-MAR-23-0001-IG-Final_Redacted-1.pdf

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This week we celebrate Veterans Day. WMATA OIG would like to recognize and thank OIG employees and all who have served in our Armed Forces. We appreciate and recognize your sacrifices and contributions to our country.

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WMATA OIG celebrates and recognizes Native American Heritage Month. This month and throughout the year, we honor and uplift the culture and heritage of Native American individuals who deeply enrich the United States and the world.

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