Allegheny County Controller’s Office

Our audit found that the Department of Human Services (DHS) does not maintain a centralized waitlist for most mental health treatment programs, which could discourage individuals from seeking care. Read more about our latest audit at alleghenycontroller.com/pres…

Our office's latest audit shows that Allegheny County's 911 Call Center is understaffed, leaving employees subject to overwork and excessive stress. Read more at: bit.ly/4pfn9hK

Controller O'Connor's Statement Regarding Today's Incident at U.S. Steel's Clairton Coke Works

PAFR 2024: An overall increase in expenditures of $45M in 2024 would have been far higher without the use of over $30M in federal aid funds to meet costs for overtime & contracted health care services in the Kane Centers & Jail. Read more at bit.ly/45OUGrY

Property Tax—which makes up over 40% of County revenue—fell by $5M in 2024, the first decrease in 15 years. Sales Tax & Drink Tax proceeds that previously had been rebounding sharply post-pandemic each decreased as well. Read more in our annual reports, bit.ly/45OUGrY

Reduced Revenue Streams Hit County Finances in ’24 as Federal Aid Cushion Dwindled, O’Connor’s Annual Reports Show. Please visit our website to read the entire press release, as well as review ACFR & PAFR, bit.ly/45OUGrY

.@Allegheny_Co is activating its first Code Red Heat Advisory starting Sunday, June 22, in response to forecasted weather that may pose a risk to vulnerable residents. The advisory may be extended as updated forecasts become available. Find more info at bit.ly/3ZHt6sS

Our office takes great pride in our work throughout the year, which is represented by our ACFR & PAFR. We are honored to be recognized w/ the Outstanding Achievement Award by @GFOA again this year. We look forward to sharing the 2024 reports w/ you in the coming weeks.

Controller O’Connor & staff distributed debit cards to workers at today’s special election in the Mon Valley. These cards reduce costs & provide quicker payment than checks. We will explore expanding this initiative in future elections. Thanks to the workers & those who assisted!

“Along with saving money, we believe this initiative can improve the service we provide to our dedicated polling place workers, who work long and demanding days for minimal reward.” Read more at: alleghenycontroller.com/pres…

By expanding our partnership with the County Treasurer’s office to perform more audits of hotels in the County, I am confident that we can ensure full collection of the Hotel Tax as well as save funds previously spent on outside firms. Read more at: alleghenycontroller.com/pres…

36 of the 42 trial attorneys in OPD maintained caseloads that exceeded national standards during the audit period. For these 36 attorneys, the average caseload percentage was 243.4 percent of available work hours. Read more about our latest audit at alleghenycontroller.com/wp-c…

The conclusion that the Office of Public Defender needs more resources to deliver indigent defense effectively is indisputable. The County must address systemic issues, including unsustainable caseloads, to improve outcomes. 🔗 alleghenycontroller.com/pres…

PENSION BOARD BACKS O’CONNOR’S POSITION TO EXCLUDE HIGH BONUSES FROM DRAINING PENSION FUND, RETIREE BENEFITS Read more at bit.ly/49KAck0

As part of his commitment to ensuring that support systems for vulnerable communities are effective, Controller O'Connor will launch an audit of Mental Health and Drug & Alcohol programs within @ACDHS. 🔗alleghenycontroller.com/pres…

@unitedwayswpa is seeking volunteers to prepare income taxes for Allegheny County residents this season. No tax experience is required; free training is provided at 25 sites across Allegheny County & the region. swpafreetaxes.org for more info.

CITY, COUNTY CONTROLLERS LAUNCH CONCURRENT AUDITS OF FIRST RESPONDER WELFARE, PERFORMANCE, alleghenycontroller.com/pres… @PGHController

Our latest audit covers $200M in federal grant expenditures, including funding for homelessness, housing & behavioral health programs. As our County enters a period of fiscal challenges, we must ensure this funding is used appropriately & effectively. bit.ly/3YgcQi9

In the first six months of 2024, revenues were below projections by $20 million & expenditures increased by $57 million during the same period. We project a deficit of approximately $60 million, which may require the County to use its reserve funds. 🔗 bit.ly/3N6mPjt