Atlanta’s interim inspector general—who was hand picked by Mayor Andre Dickens—looks likely to be appointed to that role permanently, without having to go through a competitive candidate search.

Dickens appointed interim IG LaDawn Blackett within two weeks of the resignation of former IG Shannon Manigault, who was, at the time, conducting several investigations into the Dickens administration. The Governing Board of the Office of the Inspector General had opened a 60-day public comment period regarding Blackett’s pending appointment. The comment period ends Dec. 7, 2026. Written comments can be directed to OIGBoard@atlantaga.gov.