Fort Myers Beach puts 2 employees on leave amid grant review

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. (WINK) — The town has placed two employees on administrative leave while an independent review examines procurement and administration practices related to certain grants and contracts.

According to a press release, the town initiated the review as part of its commitment to proper stewardship of public funds.

The administrative leave is described as a precautionary step to protect the integrity of the ongoing review.

The town did not identify which employees were placed on leave or specify which grants and contracts are under review.

Officials stated they will share appropriate updates as the findings progress.