Despite the reprimand, the program manager contracted with consultants to meet with state legislators and testify in favor of legislation even though he did not have the authority to do so. The Executive Director stated in an interview that he was not aware of these activities or that the program manager was not complying with the terms of the reprimand further demonstrating he was not providing adequate oversight of the program manager. As a District manager, the Executive Director was responsible for establishing an internal control system to help ensure resources are guarded against waste,.
