2011
The following audits will be released Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012
The school treasurer of the now-closed Nu Bethel Center of Excellence received more than four times his authorized salary, according to the closeout audit of the school released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost.
Auditor of State Dave Yost is pleased to announce that the following entities received the Auditor of State Award for their clean audit reports.
The following audits will be released Thursday, December 29, 2011.
The following audits are released for Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011.
Auditor of State Dave Yost gives entities Auditor of State Awards for clean audit reports.
“Plain and simple: this money must be returned to the citizens of Gratis," Auditor of State Dave Yost said, referring to $62,000 that is missing or was misspent in the Village of Gratis.
The following audits will be released Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.
Three entities receive the Auditor of State Award for their clean audit reports.
Village of Smithfield Audit Released Today
Lax controls at the Village of Smithfield led to $60,346 in findings for recovery issued in the 2008-2009 audit released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost.
Alger’s improved financial condition prompted Auditor of State Dave Yost to release the village from its fiscal emergency status today.
Auditor of State Dave Yost is pleased to give two entities the Auditor of State Award for their clean audit reports.
The following audits will be released Tuesday, December 20, 2011.
“Good finance is important to everything government does. We can't expect good decisions by the city manager or sound budgetary decisions by council unless the books are clean and accurate,” Auditor Dave Yost said. The City of Painesville’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
Potential cost savings of $2,014,400 were identified in the performance audit of Butler County.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. The following audits will be released Thursday, December 15, 2011.
Auditor of State Dave Yost is pleased to announce the government entities in Ohio that received the Auditor of State Award for clean audit reports.
“Taxpayers expect accurate financial records from their local governments,” Auditor Yost said.“The City of Amherst’s dedication to accountability is evident, and I am proud to present this award to the city.”
Allegations of theft by a former court clerk were confirmed in an audit of the Harrison County Juvenile Court released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost. Findings for recovery of almost $5,000 were issued.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“By stepping in line with their peers, the Portsmouth City Schools could make great strides toward maintaining future financial stability,” Auditor Yost said. “Results like these prove what a difference performance audits can make.”
The following audits will be released Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“Morgan Township government is struggling across the board,” Yost said. “No Ohio government can be allowed to operate under such lax standards.”
“While a school district’s primary concern is its students, it must also remain accountable to its taxpayers,” Auditor Yost said. “Accurate record-keeping is clearly a priority for Brecksville-Broadview Heights City Schools, and I am proud to present this award to the district.”
The following audits will be released Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.
Lack of Controls Resulted in Numerous Citations
“This now marks the second time this year that my office has cited the need to step up fiscal management and reporting in Marion,” Yost said. “City officials need to buckle down and make the necessary changes to eliminate these issues.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
A recent financial audit of the Southern Hills Career and Technical Center by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The Southern Hills Career and Technical Center’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
“The Springfield Local School District worked diligently and made the tough choices necessary to bring it to where it is today,” Auditor Yost said. “I am pleased to release the district from fiscal emergency and look forward to hearing more good things from the district.”
“The heart of Medicaid services is a doctor’s decision that those services are necessary,” Auditor Yost said. “Too many times we find lax records of that decision, and this faulty paper trail puts taxpayer dollars at risk.”
“Portsmouth is the perfect example for why we created the fiscal caution designation,” Auditor Yost said. “We are concerned about the city’s financial condition and trust, with this early notice, city officials will take the necessary steps to bring Portsmouth back to fiscal health.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Commends Overall Operations; Offers Recommendations for Improvement
In the first audit of its kind since the passage of legislation earlier this year authorizing performance audits of state agencies, Auditor of State Dave Yost announced today that the performance audit of his office is now complete
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
The City of Beavercreek’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
“These awards are a testament to the Beachwood community,” Auditor Yost said.
“Poor records lead to poor service for taxpayers,” Auditor Yost said. “Auditable records must be provided to complete the audit and ensure accountability to the citizens of Scott Township.”
“These potential cost savings could go a very long way in helping the Parma City Schools become fiscally fit again, ”said Auditor of State Dave Yost.
“Sound budgetary decisions by the commissioners depend on clean and accurate books, and I am pleased to present this award to the county,” said Auditor of State Dave Yost
"We can't expect good decisions by the mayor, good management by the executives, or sound budgetary decisions by council unless the books are clean and accurate," said Auditor of State Dave Yost.
“The Regional Income Tax Agency is clearly committed to maintaining accurate records, and I am proud to present this award to the agency,” said Auditor of State Dave Yost.
A recent financial audit of the City of Avon by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report.
The City of Brook Park’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction, which was presented to the city by Auditor Yost.
“Good finance is important to everything government does, and taxpayers expect this kind of accountability,” said Auditor of State Dave Yost.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“This is a heck of a mess,” Auditor Yost said. “Closed or not, the leadership of this school must be held responsible, and the money must be returned to the people of Ohio.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Resources to Help Local Governments Cope with Dwindling Dollars
“It’s one thing to say governments ought to share services,” Auditor Yost said. “It’s another thing to give them the tools they need to do it.”
A recent financial audit of Medina County by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. Medina County’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
A recent financial audit of the Logan-Hocking Local School District by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The Logan-Hocking Local School District’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
A recent financial audit of the City of Shelby by the Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The City of Shelby’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
A recent financial audit of the City of Clayton by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The City of Clayton’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
A recent financial audit of Laketran by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. Laketran’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
A recent financial audit of the City of Rittman by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The City of Rittman’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
A recent financial audit of the City of Ashland by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The City of Ashland’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
A recent financial audit of the City of North Canton by the Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The City of North Canton’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
A recent financial audit of the City of Westerville by the Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The City of Westerville’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
“Good finance is important to everything government does, and taxpayers expect this kind of accountability,” Auditor Yost said. “Sound budgetary decisions by the commissioners depend on clean and accurate books, and I am pleased to present this award to the county.”
“Good finance is important to everything government does. We can't expect good decisions by the mayor, good management by the executives, or sound budgetary decisions by council unless the books are clean and accurate,” Auditor Yost said. “I am pleased to present to the city the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.”
“Taxpayers expect accurate financial records from their local governments,” Auditor Yost said. “The Beavercreek City School District’s dedication to accountability is evident, and I am proud to present this award to the district.”
$38,815 in Findings for Recovery Issued
“Just because you got elected doesn’t mean you can get taxpayers to pay your green fees,” Auditor Yost said. “This is wrong and he doesn’t get a mulligan.”
“While a school district’s primary concern is its students, it must also remain accountable to its taxpayers,” Auditor Yost said. “Accurate record-keeping is clearly a priority for Kettering City Schools, and I am proud to present this award to the district.”
“Taxpayers expect accurate financial records from their local governments,” Auditor Yost said. “The dedication to accountability is evident with both of these schools, and I am proud to present this award to them.”
A recent financial audit of the Norton City School District by the Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The Norton City School District’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
More than $75,000 in unaccounted for Medicaid spend-down payments were identified in the audit of Warren County released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost.
“Good finance is important to everything government does. We can't expect good decisions by the mayor, good management by the executives, or sound budgetary decisions by council unless the books are clean and accurate,” Auditor Yost said. “It is with great pleasure that I present the city with the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.”
“Clean financial books are vital to accountability in government,” Auditor Yost said. “The North Royalton City School District is clearly committed to maintaining accurate records, and I am proud to present this award to the district.”
“Taxpayers expect accurate financial records from their local governments,” Auditor Yost said. “The Shaker Heights City School District’s dedication to accountability is evident, and I am proud to present this award to the district.”
“Each year, my office releases audits of approximately 4,000 Ohio governments, and just as those governments must be examined, so must the Auditor of State’s office,” Yost said. “Independence and accountability are essential companions to government services, and I thank the independent auditors for their work.”
“The new safeguards put in place by the sheriff are a step in the right direction to prevent public dollars from going missing in the future,” Auditor Yost said. “My office will support BCI in its efforts to ensure this money is recovered.”
The following audits will be released Tuesday, October 11, 2011.
The Dublin City School District has earned a clean audit report from the Auditor of State Dave Yost, who recognized the district’s excellent record keeping with the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
A recent financial audit of the City of New Albany by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The City of New Albany’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
“Taxpayers expect accurate financial records from their schools,” Auditor Yost said. “The Chagrin Falls Exempted Village School District’s dedication to accountability is evident, and I am proud to present this award to the district.”
“Akron has a lot going for it, and I am confident the city will be able to take the steps necessary to shore up its fiscal house,” Yost said. “But make no mistake, these are tough times, for Akron and many other Ohio governments, and the city will be making some tough decisions.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money. Audit reports are released semi-weekly.
“Stealing school funds and hitting the links on the taxpayer’s dime puts personal interest over the students,” Auditor Yost said. “A principal’s golf carts and green fees should never be paid for by the public, and I expect the public’s money to be returned.”
“Clean financial books are vital to accountability in government,” Auditor Yost said. “The City of Troy is clearly committed to maintaining accurate records, and I am proud to present this award to the city.”
“Good finance is important to everything government does. We can’t expect good decisions by the mayor, good management by the executives, or sound budgetary decisions by council unless the books are clean and accurate,” Auditor Yost said. “It is with great pleasure that I present to the city the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“Medicaid providers are responsible not only for their patients, but also for the tax dollars that flow to them,” Auditor Yost said. “Without a paper trail, questions arise.”
“Taxpayers expect accurate financial records from their local governments,” Auditor Yost said. “The City of Pickerington’s dedication to accountability is evident, and I am proud to present this award to the city.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost is pleased to announce that the following entities received the Auditor of State Award for their clean audit reports
“Accurate financial reporting is crucial for any local government to be accountable to its citizens,” Auditor Yost said. “No records, no accountability.”
“Clean financial books are vital to accountability in government,” Auditor Yost said. “The Olentangy Local School District is clearly committed to maintaining accurate records, and I am proud to present this award to the district.”
A deliberate scheme of issuing then voiding receipts for court fees, fines and other transactions has resulted in a finding for recovery in the amount of $17,222 in a financial audit released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost.
“The foundation for good government lies in accurate financial reporting,” Auditor Yost said. “The Miami Valley Risk Management Association’s commitment to accountability is evident, and I am proud to present this award to them.”
“This is not a small matter. A government that can use our own money to influence our votes is no longer our servant, but our master,” Auditor Yost said. “I am thankful to Rep. McClain, Rep. Hill and Chairman Slaby for their quick action on this important legislation.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“Taxpayer money and politics do not mix,” Auditor Yost said. “Government managers who can’t tell the difference deserve a season pass to their local jail.
Auditor of State Dave Yost is pleased to announce that the following entities received the Auditor of State Award for their clean audit reports:
Public officials who knowingly use public funds for political purposes could now face criminal penalty with the introduction of House Bill 326.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost is pleased to announce that the following entities received the Auditor of State Award for their clean audit reports:
A recent financial audit of the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library by the Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library’s excellent record keeping has earned it the Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
Auditor of State Dave Yost is pleased to announce that the following entities received the Auditor of State Award for their clean audit reports:
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost is pleased to announce that the following entities received the Auditor of State Award for their clean audit reports:
The Ashtabula location of Lincare, Inc., a national supplier of durable medical equipment operating throughout Ohio, was found to owe the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services $45,269.53 in Medicaid reimbursements, including interest
“Poor records lead to poor service for taxpayers,” Auditor Yost said. “Auditable records must be provided to complete the audit and ensure accountability to the citizens of Franklin Township.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
In response to a letter dated Aug 31, 2011 sent by six Democrat members of the Ohio House of Representatives to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, Auditor of State Dave Yost issued the following statement:
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Following public reports of verbal sparring among state and local elections officials during the weekend, Auditor of State Dave Yost expressed concern Monday about protecting both the integrity of elections and the public’s faith in the electoral process.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“Poor records lead to poor service for taxpayers,” Auditor Yost said. “Auditable records must be provided to complete the audit and ensure accountability to the citizens of St. Martin.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Introduces the Ohio Performance Team and Petro Fellows
The process of “skinnying down” Ohio government has begun with Auditor of State Dave Yost announcing today the formation of a new team of “Change Champions” charged with the task of conducting state agency performance audits.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost announces the formation of a new team charged with the task of conducting state agency performance audits.
Findings for Recovery Issued
The former Village of Trimble fiscal officer stole $61,866 from the village and was issued findings for recovery in 2007-2009 audit released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
As a result of inadequate financial records, Auditor of State Dave Yost today placed the Village of Wayne Lakes on the “unauditable” list.
Department of Public Services to be Audited
Auditor of State Dave Yost praised the Cincinnati City Council for their unanimous, bipartisan vote yesterday to authorize a performance audit to “skinny down” the city’s Department of Public Services.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Performance Audit Recommendations Released Today by Auditor Yost
“Strong financial controls are the foundation of strong organizations and build safety for public money,” Auditor Yost said. “I commend the leadership of the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District for requesting this review.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
More than $3 Million in Savings Recommended
“If the City of Mansfield follows these recommendations, it will be their road out of fiscal emergency,” Auditor Yost said.
“I am thrilled to announce the first recipients of LEAP funds,” Auditor Yost said. “Performance audits can help lay the foundation for “skinny” government, and the LEAP Fund provides access to the entities that need one most. My office is looking forward to getting down to business and searching for savings for each of these six entities.”
“During these tough economic times, governments at every level have to cope with fewer dollars,” Auditor Yost said. “My office stands ready to work with Liberty Local Schools’ leaders and the commission to develop and carry out a plan to bring them back to fiscal health.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
More than $1.4 million in savings recommended
“I am delighted the administration at Graham Local Schools has already implemented many of the recommended savings from this performance audit,” Auditor Yost said. “In times where schools must cope with dwindling dollars, it’s encouraging that the district is being proactive in “skinnying down” operations to ensure its fiscal health for the future.”
More than $300,000 in savings recommended
“Efficient and effective operations was the goal of this performance audit,” Auditor Yost said. “With these results, the Auburn Career Center has the tools it needs to better serve students and taxpayers alike.”
Special Audit of the Legacy Academy for Leaders and the Arts Released
“I’ve seen better documentation at a lemonade stand,” Auditor Yost said. “Schools must be able to account for every dollar spent.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“Missing money, missing contracts – the kids deserve better,” Auditor Yost said. “This one goes to the prosecutor.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“I applaud Governor Kasich and members of the General Assembly for doing what some said couldn’t be done – they fixed the state budget, without raising taxes,” Auditor Yost said. “I am especially pleased that the legislation includes my proposals to break down barriers for local communities looking to come together to address their fiscal woes. It is time for a new way of doing business in Ohio.”
$10,635 in Findings for Recovery Issued
“What possible public purpose could there be in the purchase of boxer shorts?” Auditor Yost said. “The lack of documentation raises questions about these transactions. Catawba Island needs to make changes to reassure their community that they are receiving the most efficient and effective government for their tax dollars.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“Sometimes you have to get to the negotiation table and arm wrestle,” Auditor Yost said. “I’m happy to see the taxpayers win one.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
State Treasurer of Ohio Josh Mandel and Auditor of State Dave Yost today sent a letter to Ohio Senate President Tom Niehaus and Ohio House Speaker Bill Batchelder encouraging the legislature to use any new revenues to replenish Ohio’s rainy day fund.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“This is barely better than shoebox accounting,” Auditor Yost said. “While the audits are finally complete, they are hardly reassuring about the fiscal or managerial integrity of this school.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Ohio Housing Finance Agency to Join Education, Jobs and Family Services and Transportation in First Round of Reviews
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“When potential fraud is brought to my office’s attention, we take the allegations seriously,” Auditor Yost said. “A school program to help struggling students must operate above reproach, and we will investigate this situation to ensure Columbus students are receiving the assistance they should.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
“Good government depends on good bookkeeping,” Auditor Yost said. “While I am pleased that Roswell’s audits were able to be completed, these reports clearly show that the village must tighten its controls to provide accurate and clean records for the people of Roswell.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
The following may be attributed to Auditor of State Dave Yost concerning the sentencing of former Village of Alger fiscal officer Jackie Prine.
“Today’s sentence makes it clear – if you steal from the public, there will be serious consequences,” Auditor of State Dave Yost said. “I commend Judge Hart for standing up for the people of Alger and ensuring their tax dollars are returned.”
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Failure to submit an acceptable revised recovery proposal and incomplete financial records prompted Auditor of State Dave Yost to place the Liberty Local School District into fiscal watch today.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
No new taxes were levied to help bring East Cleveland City School District out of fiscal emergency status today. Auditor of State Dave Yost will be on hand to officially release the district from fiscal emergency during the final Financial Planning and Supervision Commission meeting at 6:30 PM today at Shaw High School, 15320 Euclid Avenue.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Both Schools Taken Off of Unauditable List, Findings for Recovery Issued
Auditor of State Dave Yost released today the completed 2009 audits of The Arts Academy and The Arts Academy West, effectively removing them from the “unauditable” list for 2009.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Findings for Recovery Issued, Referrals made to Numerous Agencies
A former school board member was illegally hired as a consultant, a construction company was overpaid by $1,500 and numerous other problems were identified in the final audit of the now closed community school Aspiring to Excellence and Achievement Academy. The audit was released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost.
Auditor of State Dave Yost will welcome more than 550 attendees to the 11th Annual Emerging Trends in Fraud Investigation and Prevention Conference on Monday, May 16, at 9:15 AM at the Hilton Columbus at Easton. The annual two-day conference will address the serious and growing problem of occupational fraud in both the public and private sectors.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
The Village of Arlington Heights’ Mayor’s Court was required to pay the treasurer of state $40,654 in collected fines, according to the 2008-09 audit released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost. An additional special audit is currently underway at the request of the mayor.
The Findlay home of a regional auditor for the Auditor of State’s Office was burglarized according to a police report received by the Auditor of State’s Office on May 10, 2011. Among the items stolen from the home was a state laptop computer containing limited information acquired during audits.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
The Village of Vinton’s former fiscal officer paid herself $13,589 she wasn’t entitled to over a four-year period, according to the 2007-08 audit report released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost.
Online Idea Clearinghouse for Local Governments Seeking Efficiency
Auditor of State Dave Yost unveiled today the new SkinnyOhio.org website - an online clearinghouse of strategies devoted to smarter, streamlined government.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s Office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste and misuse of public money.
Auditor of State Dave Yost unveils the new SkinnyOhio.org website, which shares ideas and best practices from performance audits conducted across the state and nationally.
“Taxpayers expect their dollars to pay for public services, not to influence a political campaign,” Auditor Yost said. “The taxpayers’ money must be repaid by Citizens for TARTA.”
$10,755 in Findings for Recovery Issued Against Former Fiscal Officer
The former finance director of the City of Vermilion owes the city $10,755 in money illegally paid to her according to the audit released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost.
More than $1.2 million in potential savings identified
More than $1.2 million in potential savings were identified in the performance audit of the Delaware City School District released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost.
Audit reports are released semi-weekly. Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio.
“The Jefferson Township Local Schools worked tirelessly to “skinny” down their operations and bring the district back to the fiscal health that taxpayers deserve,” Auditor Yost said.
Audit reports are released semi-weekly. Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio.
Applications Available Online
...Dave Yost announced the application process is now open for the newly created Leverage for Efficiency, Accountability and Performance Fund (LEAP Fund). Interested local governments can apply online beginning today
Lack of Controls Resulted in Numerous Citations
Control weaknesses led to numerous citations and other budgetary concerns in the 2009 audit of the City of Marion released by Auditor of State Dave Yost today.
Audit reports are released semi-weekly. Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio.
Lack of Controls Result in $261,438 in Findings for Recovery
“There’s a good reason why the law says you can’t miss more than 105 hours in a row,” Auditor Yost said. “At some point, the student has withdrawn and the school should report it. The school is no longer educating the student – and the taxpayer shouldn’t have to pay for it.”
Audit reports are released semi-weekly. Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio.
In a speech to nearly 550 local government officials today at the 12th annual Local Government Officials Conference (LGOC), Auditor of State Dave Yost announced the roll out of the Leverage for Efficiency, Accountability and Performance (LEAP) Fund for performance audits.
More than $6.3 Million in Savings Recommended
Auditor Yost Praises Legislative Leadership on Senate Bill 4
Ohio Auditor of State Dave Yost joined Governor John Kasich for the signing of Senate Bill 4 (Performance Audits) this afternoon.
Senate Bill 4 allows the Auditor of State to measure a state agency’s performance and offer recommendations for cost savings and operational improvements.
Auditor of State Dave Yost announced today that Plante & Moran, PLLC will be the accounting firm to conduct the first performance audit of a state agency: the Auditor of State’s office. Plante & Moran was selected from a pool of six firms who responded to the Auditor of State’s Request for Proposal.
Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio.
The appropriations recommended by the Governor in this budget require governments across the state to live leaner. With a reduction in general fund operating expenses of 6.3%, the Auditor of State’s office is no exception.
Columbus City Schools audit also includes $23,960 in findings for recovery
Potential Cost Savings from Recommendations Total More Than $2.1 Million
More than $2.1 million in potential savings were identified in a performance audit of Harrison Hills City Schools released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost.
Financial audits of the Richard Allen Schools released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost uncovered $89,067 in misspent funds, prompting a deeper, special audit which is now underway.
Audit reveals 44 findings in nine state agencies
The annual review of the State of Ohio’s financial records for FY 2010 under the prior administration was released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost. The audit reveals 44 findings relating to nine state agencies, including federal questioned costs totaling $104,971,476.
During a visit to Youngstown today, Auditor of State Dave Yost officially released the Youngstown City School District from fiscal emergency.
A former employee of the Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools pocketed $19,593 in students’ tuition and other payments. The audit released today by Auditor of State Dave Yost issued findings for recovery against Darlene Pulsinelli.
House Bill 66 requires the Auditor of State to establish a reporting system so Ohioans may anonymously report fraud, waste and misuse of taxpayer dollars.
At a press conference during "Sunshine Week," Auditor Yost calls for Ohio's public offices to be more accountable when fulfilling public records requests.
Findings for Recovery Issued Against the Former Fiscal Officer
The following may be attributed to Auditor of State Dave Yost regarding the sentencing of former Village of Ripley Utility Clerk Kathy Lang.
Former Employee Hit with $37,853 in Findings for Recovery
The following may be attributed to Auditor of State Dave Yost regarding the passage of Senate Bill 4 and House Bill 2.
The following may be attributed to Auditor of State Dave Yost regarding the House State Government and Elections Committee Passage of House Bill 2 concerning performance audits.
State Auditor Dave Yost Fully Supports SB 4
Audit Identifies $8,837 in Findings for Recovery
Audits Identify $41,400 in Findings for Recovery
Investigators from Auditor’s Special Audit Team will audit financial activities in city finance office.
The following may be attributed to Auditor of State Dave Yost regarding Rep. Todd Snitchler’s (R-Uniontown) introduction of House Bill 2 concerning performance audits.
Dave Yost was sworn in as Ohio's 32nd Auditor of State on January 10, 2011, in the Atrium of the historic Ohio Statehouse in Columbus.