Allegheny County Controller’s Office

The County’s Fiscal Watchdog

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

Upon the resignation of Corey O’Connor to become City of Pittsburgh mayor, Amy Weise Clements assumed the office of Allegheny County Controller. Weise Clements was appointed Deputy Controller by former Controller Chelsa Wagner in 2012 & O’Connor in 2022. https://t.co/B4iEY8pYl8

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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 https://t.co/Lt7Bh6UBLJ

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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: https://t.co/hFdxktMyLk

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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 https://t.co/CMqJNoX9WE

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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, https://t.co/CMqJNoXHMc

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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, https://t.co/VOshGZlqE1

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

.@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 https://t.co/WFjWDDUhQr

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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.

[Allegheny County Health Department @HealthAllegheny]

We hope you feel safe and secure as we enter day two post-storm. Here’s a resource to help: https://t.co/5UyKZWMgX5

For housing assistance, call The Allegheny Link at 866-730-2368, Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

[Allegheny County Emergency Services @ACES_911]

Power out? Don’t call 9-1-1 — call your provider:
Duquesne Light: 412-393-7000
First Energy: 1-888-544-4877

Call 9-1-1 only for emergencies (e.g., sparking wires).
Never run generators indoors or near vents!

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

Read more about election worker debit cards at https://t.co/R7D0URMlij

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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!

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

“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: https://t.co/R7D0URMlij

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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: https://t.co/2d4T4im0bY

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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 https://t.co/y21nsNYKt4

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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.

🔗 https://t.co/zcmPrXdnW0

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

PENSION BOARD BACKS O’CONNOR’S POSITION TO EXCLUDE HIGH BONUSES FROM DRAINING PENSION FUND, RETIREE BENEFITS
Read more at https://t.co/p6LScqKYOS

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

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. 🔗https://t.co/qPEEJkssCC

[Allegheny County Controller’s Office @AC_Controller]

@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. https://t.co/W8xm4xefZ8 for more info.