Joe Carollo, Miami City Commissioner and chairman of the Bayfront Park Management Trust, is facing a whistleblower lawsuit filed by former employees. The lawsuit alleges he attempted to misappropriate public funds to sponsor a yacht party, paid a personal acquaintance's TV station for event promotion, and supported the procurement of a questionable veterinary truck linked to drug discoveries. The plaintiffs claim retaliation from Carollo after uncovering financial discrepancies. They also name Javier Baños, a board member, and Carollo's personal accountant, as a co-defendant. This lawsuit reflects serious governance issues within the agency as Carollo nears his term limit.
The whistleblower lawsuit filed by former employees details serious allegations against Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo, highlighting misuse of public funds and retaliation.
Allegations involve using public money for a yacht party, supporting suspicious purchases, and retaliating against employees who uncovered possible misconduct.
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