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Florida DOGE begins audit of spending in City of Orlando

Florida DOGE auditors review Orlando’s finances amid property tax concerns
The Florida Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE, is investigating the city of Orlando’s finances and operations, focusing on what it describes as out-of-control property taxes.
Florida DOGE audit of Orlando is underway, with at least 27,000 files turned over
The state’s auditing team arrived in the city early Monday morning for a two-day review of finances, salaries and initiatives.
Florida DOGE launches audit in Hillsborough County, state CFO hints at eliminating property taxes
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia and Hillsborough County leaders both say they value fiscal responsibility. But they’re split over whether Hillsborough has much waste to cut.
Florida DOGE auditors review Orlando’s finances
The Florida Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE, is investigating the city of Orlando’s finances and operations, focusing on what it describes as out-of-control property taxes.
Florida DOGE to audit City of Pensacola over potential 'excessive spending'
The City of Pensacola will soon be under a watchful eye, as the state’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) will conduct an audit on the city next week.In a letter sent to city leaders, state officials say there are several areas of concern over potential excessive spending.
Orlando city officials open the books for Florida DOGE audit
Personnel representing Florida's Department of Government Efficiency descended on Orlando Monday, launching its audit of the city.
Florida DOGE demands access to Pensacola city offices, scrutinizing spending on 'DEI'
The letter made 62 specific request in things ranging from procurement, pay to "DEI" and "Green New Deal" spending going back to 2019.

Florida DOGE officials to visit Palm Beach County offices next week

Florida DOGE officials are seeking more from Palm Beach County officials and will be visiting their offices next week for ...

Florida DOGE finding ‘egregious’ government waste, fraud, abuse, CFO says

Blaise Ingoglia spoke to reporters outside of the Hillsborough County Center building, where the state DOGE started a ...
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Florida DOGE reviewing Hillsborough County's $9 billion budget this week

State auditors are reviewing Hillsborough County’s $9 billion budget this week as part of a growing push to rein in local ...

Florida DOGE team cracks down on local spending in Hillsborough County

What I can tell you is we have a lot of work to do with the counties… a lot of work to do with the cities,” Florida CFO ...
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Florida DOGE won't sign agreement that city says is required for using computer system

Florida DOGE and Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan are in a standoff over a computer system access agreement. The state agency refuses to sign the agreement required for non-city employees to access ...

Billionaire Stephen Ross bets on South Florida tech boom with new program

An upcoming accelerator program seeks to connect startups with some of Florida's most influential business figures and ...