Whistleblower Policy

The Middle Tennessee Council is committed to the highest possible standards of ethical, moral and Legal business in concert with the Scout Oath and Law. The Council has always committed itself to open communications with the Open-Door Policy - avenues for employees and volunteers to raise concern.

In the fall of 2005, the Executive Committee assured employees and volunteers that they will be protected from reprisals for whistle blowing in good faith - a policy that is intended to cover serious concerns that could have a negative impact on the Council, such as actions that:

• May lead to incorrect financial reporting
• Are unlawful
• Are not in line with Council policy or membership irregularities
• Constitute some other unethical or improper conduct

Confidentiality will be maintained but to facilitate the investigation, the Council cannot investigate anonymous complaints. Complainants must put their names to allegations. Confidentiality will be maintained unless the whistleblower agrees to have his/her identity revealed

Don McKinney, a senior member of the professional staff, has been named the Middle Tennessee Council Compliance Officer. This Compliance Officer can be contacted through E-mail:complianceofficer@mtcbsa.org