El-Sayed's Undisclosed Contract with Wayne County Raises Ethical Concerns
Abdul El-Sayed, former health director of Wayne County, signed a $72,000 contract with the county to continue leading the health department after his resignation. The contract, which was not disclosed to taxpayers, involves providing support to the county executive and health department to ensure a smooth leadership transition. The scope of work includes media strategies, crisis communication support, and development of communication materials. The contract was not approved by the Wayne County Commission, raising questions about transparency and the use of taxpayer funds.