In addition to the financial audits and program evaluations OLA conducts annually, we also conduct a small number of ad hoc special reviews. Special reviews address specific concerns or allegations and, as a result, they typically have a narrower scope than audits and evaluations.
State law gives OLA the authority to conduct special reviews. They are often triggered by concerns brought to OLA by legislators, other public officials, private individuals, or media reports.
Before initiating a review, we gather additional information about the issue, as well as the organization and people involved. During this preliminary stage, we ask the following questions:
For a list of special review reports issued by OLA see: Special Review Reports.