OAG

Independent auditors of the GOA
115 people
Annual cost $15 million
Our purpose is to:

1. Provide assurance on performance reports
2. Improve use of public resources
3. Improve the government's performance reporting

Our AR describes what we've done. We've decided to meet the expectations of legislators by making recommendations.

Improving our writing

BP says improve effectiveness of communications with legislators and those we audit.

We're getting help from:

• Wordsmith Associates (writing workshops) since February 2000.
• Part-time contractor (John Blois) (PL Advisor)

Fundamental principle – Responsibility for content remains with the auditor.