NYC Audit Exposes Wasteful Spending on Migrant Services

Millions could be saved by adopting competitive bidding and hiring city employees, comptroller's report finds.

New York City's comptroller audit reveals millions wasted on no-bid migrant service contracts, with overpayments reaching $50 million at a single shelter.
The audit criticizes the lack of oversight and coordination among city agencies, leading to wildly varying rates for similar services.
Hiring city employees for migrant services could save NYC $50 million annually at just one location, compared to current contractor payments.
The comptroller recommends adopting a competitive bidding process for migrant-related contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Mayor Eric Adams' administration faces scrutiny for the fiscal management of the migrant crisis, amid calls for more sustainable and accountable contracting practices.