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Accept the Review of J. Cole Recovery Homes, Inc. Compliance with Solano County Department of Health and Social Services' Contracts report for the period of July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2016
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Auditor-Controller's Office (ACO) recommends the Board of Supervisors accept the Review of J. Cole Recovery Homes, Inc. (J. Cole) Compliance with Solano County Department of Health and Social Services' Contracts report for the period of July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2016.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
In accordance with the Auditor-Controller's Office FY2016/17 audit plan, the ACO reviewed J. Cole Recovery Homes, Inc. compliance with the Department of Health and Social Services' (HSS) contracts for the period of July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2016. The objective of the review was to determine the propriety of service costs reimbursed to J. Cole and its compliance with contractual terms and conditions. The review did not include an assessment of J. Cole's effectiveness in providing the contracted services.
On June 26, 2014, J. Cole entered into a contract with HSS to provide residential treatment services to clients for substance-related disorders to reduce the rate of substance use and to facilitate the development of personal and interpersonal functioning. Under the contract, HSS refers clients to J. Cole through Service Authorization Letters, which determine the aggregate dollar value that can be spent per client.
Based upon the review, J. Cole was materially in compliance with contract terms. However, the ACO's review noted annual audited financial statements have not been obtained by the contractor as required.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The acceptance of the report has no financial impact.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board of Supervisors could elect not to accept the report. This alternative is not consistent with sound public policy and is theref...
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