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Oct 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Office Of The Washington State Auditor Performance Audit Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed a performance audit concerning the oversight of special education contractors. Discussions centered on the extent to which OSPI and school districts have implemented processes to authorize, monitor, and investigate these contractors. Key topics included the challenges school districts face with in-state capacity, the necessity of out-of-state placements for students with complex needs, the clarity of oversight responsibilities between OSPI and school districts, and the need for improved coordination regarding required annual site visits. The audit recommended established timelines for investigations, clearer guidance for school district site visits, and the adoption of standard contract templates to ensure legal compliance.
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Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee Performance Audit Review Meeting
The meeting focused on reviewing the results of an efficiency audit of Washington State's human trafficking awareness efforts. Discussion points included the implementation of mandatory awareness measures by various state agencies such as the Department of Children, Youth and Families, the Department of Commerce, the Department of Labor and Industries, the Department of Transportation, and the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. The committee reviewed findings regarding agency compliance, the status of awareness materials, and identified areas for improvement, including the need to update outdated materials and phone numbers used for victim assistance.
Sep 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Local Government Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee held a meeting covering several operational and financial reporting updates. Discussions included a briefing on upcoming BARS updates and revisions to draft capital outlay notes for Cash BARS based on previous feedback. The Center for Government Innovation provided an update on ongoing Lean process improvement projects, team-building training initiatives, and recent updates to the FIT tool and various resource library documents, including guidance on credit card reporting requirements. The meeting also addressed long-term GASB initiatives, including potential structural changes to GAAP communication models and the status of the 2026 Compliance Supplement.
Jul 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee Public Hearing
The committee held a public hearing regarding the State Auditor's Office performance audit of the Restoring Quality Home Care Initiative (Initiative 1163). Key discussion topics included an evaluation of the home care aid certification process, the impact of workforce shortages on vulnerable populations, and challenges contributing to certification delays, such as testing site limitations and inefficient background check verification requirements. The committee reviewed potential improvements, including streamlining the certification process and amending state laws to remove redundant background check verification steps, with the goal of balancing safety regulations with the need for timely access to care.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
