Inspector General
San Francisco voters passed Proposition C in November 2024. The measure creates the role of Inspector General within the Controller’s Office. The Inspector General will lead investigations into fraud, waste and abuse, report on public integrity, and make policy recommendations.Implementation Update
Appointment and Approval Process
After a months-long national recruitment, Alexandra (Alex) Shepard was selected by Controller Greg Wagner on October 22nd to serve as San Francisco’s Inspector General. Shepard’s appointment as Inspector General has been approved by Mayor Lurie and is subject to approval by the Board of Supervisors in mid-November.
Proposition C Implementation Report
A report issued by the Controller in July 2025 summarizes the preliminary findings of research and preparation to shape the incoming Inspector General position. The Controller sought input from local accountability agencies, subject matter experts, and the public, and researched practices of other local government inspectors general. It is the first phase of a multi-step process to develop this new, voter-mandated role.
Next Steps
The IG will develop policies and procedures, assist in hiring additional staff, establish coordination of resources with whistleblower investigators and auditors, and build relationships with enforcement bodies.