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Board censures supervisor and orders audits, contract reforms after probe of discretionary spending
Summary
The board adopted a censure resolution against a supervisor over alleged misuse of discretionary funds, directed a 90-day internal audit of ARPA-funded contracts, and approved procurement and contract policy changes to tighten oversight of discretionary board-directed agreements.
The Orange County Board of Supervisors on Sept. 24 unanimously adopted a resolution censuring a fellow supervisor and approved several measures to strengthen oversight of discretionary contracts, including a 90-day internal audit of American Rescue Plan Act-funded contracts and updates to the county contract policy manual.
Second District Supervisor introduced the censure resolution, saying it was brought after careful consideration and evidence gathered in litigation and investigations that “appear to be at the epicenter of misuse of public funds.” He asked the board to “publicly condemn the conduct” while noting the resolution is symbolic and does not…
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